Albania · CITY TOURS IN SARANDA
The 14 best city tours in Saranda you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Saranda day trip to Stone City Gjirokastër Castle, Bazaar, Skenduli House, Cold War tunnels, and Blue Eye water nature.
“We really enjoyed our tour. Sani couldn’t do enough for us and was brilliant at keeping our baby entertained and catered for. Marsia was so knowledgeable about all the history. I couldn’t recommend both girls enough.”
A guided day trip from Sarandë to Gjirokastër Castle, Old Bazaar, Cold War Tunnel, Skenduli House, and Blue Eye’s 1.2 km walk.
“Very good tour .. Marcia our guide was very detailed and friendly ..”
Private Saranda tour hitting the Blue Eye, Lëkurësit Castle, UNESCO Butrint, and Ksamil, with pickup and key tickets included.
“The small car the company sent to accommodate 4pp. Not a lot of explanations either. Felt was tons of money compared to what we got.”
Small-group Butrint tour from Saranda with hotel pickup, air-conditioned comfort, and a guided walk through UNESCO ruins in about 3 hours.
“Butrint is an incredible historical site. It’s also a beautiful national park. The combination is unbeatable.”
See Butrint, Lekuresi Castle, and the Blue Eye in one organized Sarandë day, with included entrances and big sunset views.
“If you’re visiting Sarandë, don’t miss this tour. Butrint is impressive on its own, but with such a passionate and friendly guide, the experience becomes truly special.”
Explore Butrint UNESCO ruins and Ksamil beaches from Saranda with a guide, pickup, and included Butrint entry for an easy half-day tour.
“The experience was great! I visited this ancient site and it's been amazing, also because we were routed by a fantastic and passionate guide named Elidon! This guy made the whole group feel like the ancient world were still alive nowadays, a jump into the past. He's really well informed about the history and his country, he also mentioned some ancient legends which made me dream a bit. It's a must have if plan to go to butrint. We also had the chance to visit ksamil's beaches and have a swim in that beautiful water paradise. Thanks for everything!”
2.5-hour Saranda walk from the port, covering a 5th-century synagogue, a bunker, two museums, and the Ionian Sea promenade.
“Our guide did the best she could considering there is not much to see in Sarande. Ruins of a synagogue, a one room archeological “museum”, a small museum of recent artifacts from the occupied era and an art gallery. We did not need to have every single piece of art described by the curator and then translated.”
Tour Gjirokastra from Saranda: castle, ethnographic museum, old houses, and Kadare museum, with transfers and English guide.
“Gjitokaster is a true matvel and so rich in history from the narrow alleys to the statues to the castle. And the views are breathtaking. Albania is such an underappreciated country. Its still so natural in many places and the landscape is fantastic. Our driver Sula was great and our tourguide Dennis was very knowledgeable all along the way to Gjirokaster and when visiting the town.”
A short Saranda city tour with Leka Tours, pickup options, a pretty harbor stop, and practical nightlife ideas for the same day.
“Last summer I was in Saranda. Summer is the best time of the year to visit a city like Saranda. Everything there is amazing. I like people, food, houses, and the most important thing The gorgeous nature. If you don't know where to go for vacation you should visit Saranda.”
Half-day in Saranda with a promenade walk, ethnographic museum and bunker, Ottoman Lekuresi Castle views, then Blue Eye Spring Park with kayaking.
“We did the Mussels tour as a private shore excursion from Sarande. Mario was both our driver and guide and did a fantastic job! We were picked up directly from the port and it was easy to locate the meeting spot. We then drove about. Half an hour to the lake, during which Mario explained the history and culture of Albania. At the lake we took a small boat out to take a closer look at the mussel growing operation. We then headed back to the dock, where a traditional Albanian meal was prepared for us in a small restaurant. Lunch consisted of wine, bread, soft cheese/yogurt dip, Greek style…”
Saranda loop with Lekuresi Castle views, UNESCO Butrint, the Blue Eye spring, and Ksamil beaches, in a small group with tickets included.
“Tony was our guide, a lovely uncle who had the patience to pause to translate his explanations to my husband. Butrint very interesting, the castle has a beautiful view and some hidden secrets that Tony taught us. The blue eye and the beach of Ksamil great too.Auto-translated”
Ancient Butrint and Ottoman Gjirokaster in one day from Saranda, with guided ruins, castle tickets, and bazaar time.
“We had an amazing day with Linda. She is very knowledgeable and shared a lot of Albanian historical information. She is passionate about her work and has a wonderful sense of humor. She helped us design a private tour for our group of 6, and we really enjoyed our day. We highly recommend booking a tour with South Albania Excursions.”
Explore Butrint’s UNESCO ruins on a guided 3-hour tour from Saranda Port, with highlights like the Asclepius theater and Byzantine basilica.
“Wonderful Ancient City! Very professional guide! Super positive energy everywhere! Amazing History of Aeneas of Troy...and Impressive Architecture. 🙏”
Guided Konispol tour from Sarandë with a mandarin plantation visit, coffee break, and stories of the border town’s resistance.
