Blue Eye Experience & Lekursi Castle Sunset from Saranda
In Sarandë
From
£22
pp
3h 40 mins · 4.9 (64)
Discover the natural beauty of southern Albania on a full-day experience from Saranda, combining Blue Eye National Park and Lekursi Castle in one seamless tour.
Start your journey from a central meeting point in Saranda and travel comfortably through scenic landscapes to the Blue Eye. Enjoy a unique one-way panoramic train ride that takes you closer to the spring, offering a relaxed and scenic approach to one of Albania’s most famous natural wonders.
At the Blue Eye, you’ll have free time to admire the crystal-clear waters, take photos, enjoy a coffee, or simply relax in nature. Afterward, return at your own pace with a short walk back to the parking area.
The experience continues to Lekursi Castle, where you can enjoy breathtaking sunset views over Saranda, Ksamil, Corfu, Lake Butrint, the Bistrica River, and the Ionian Sea.
Return to Saranda with unforgettable memories of Albania’s most iconic coastal and natural highlights.
Free cancellation
What's included
- All Fees and Taxes
- AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
- One way by train on Blue Eye(Train is not operating from November to April)
- Blue eye entry fee
What's not included
- MEALS
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
- Our guide will wait you on our meeting point and then we will drive to Blue Eye Spring, during the road we will see the Bistrica river with its clear water, a lot of different trees, nature forest. After we will arrive on the parking lot we should walk around 12 min to the Blue Eye Spring(optional going by train-3€ each way).We will have time for photos, trying the cold water of Blue Eye, break time for a coffee. (2h 30min) Admission included
- Last location will be Lekursi Castle, we will be on time to catch an amazing sunset from the castle, one of the highest place of the city. From here we can see Ionian sea, Bistrica River, Butrinti Lake, Sarande City, village around Corfu and Ksamil. (30 min)
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Our van with the driver will wait all the guest at the meeting point in front of OpenTour Albania office.
End point
Our van with the driver will wait all the guest at the meeting point in front of OpenTour Albania office.
Practical information
- Operated by
- Open Tour Albania
- Max group size
- 15 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–10
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently asked questions
This tour lasts approximately 3 hours 40 minutes. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.
The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.
Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.