Saranda, Blue Eye and Ksamil Tour From Tirana and Durrës
Description
Discover the wonders of southern Albania with an unforgettable journey through its stunning landscapes and rich heritage. Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of The Blue Eye, a natural spring with vivid turquoise waters surrounded by lush greenery. Relax and unwind at the pristine Ksamil Beach, known for its crystal-clear waters, soft white sands, and charming nearby islets perfect for exploration. Along the way, savor the flavors of authentic Albanian cuisine and experience the warm hospitality of the locals. This carefully curated adventure blends nature and history, making it ideal for travelers seeking both relaxation and discovery. With comfortable transportation and expert guides, every moment is designed to inspire and delight. Book your experience and let Albania’s hidden gems leave you with memories to treasure forever!
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Uji i Ftohtë Hotel is located in the picturesque area of Uji Ftohtë in Tepelena, Albania. Nestled amidst lush greenery and alongside crystal-clear springs, the hotel offers a tranquil escape for visitors. Known for its serene surroundings and fresh, cool water flowing directly from the mountains, it's an ideal spot for relaxation and nature exploration
The Blue Eye, located near Sarandë and Finiq in southern Albania, is a mesmerizing natural spring and a popular tourist destination. Known locally as Syri i Kaltër, it features crystal-clear, deep blue waters that bubble up from an underground source, creating a vivid and enchanting sight. Surrounded by lush vegetation, the Blue Eye is not only a breathtaking spot for nature lovers but also a refreshing escape, with cool waters perfect for a visit during the summer months.
Ksamil Beach, located in southern Albania near Sarandë, is a paradise-like destination renowned for its turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and small picturesque islands just offshore. This stunning spot in the Albanian Riviera offers a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure, with opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, and exploring the nearby islets by boat or kayak. Known for its crystal-clear waters and vibrant atmosphere, Ksamil Beach is a must-visit for anyone seeking a slice of Mediterranean beauty.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup will be at your hotel or the closest access point for a car. You will receive an message with detailed pickup instructions in your whatsApp number. Please be sure to check your messages.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(20)
The transparency is very unclear. I was told pickup at 7 then it changes to 5am. You should indicate that it could change. The tour said a maximum of 30 people, and I am pretty sure the seats from the back door to the back are more than 30 and the whole bus was full. Again, I booked it based on that knowledge. The tour guide, Ervin, was extremely useless. Barely gave any historical context but rather tell you this is this spot. If that was the case, I would have rather rented a car and driven myself or hired a private tour. It is 11.15pm, we have stopped for a “bathroom or smoke break” of which we had too many of those that were unnecessary and long. I will not get back to Tirana past midnight. Again, no transparency on this. The tour guide clearly had not done his research. His recommendations for Ksamil for example was picking up fast food. This would have been miserable if someone didn’t have the capacity to find things on their own for each stop.
Our Tour guide Bene, was super nice . The whole tour was very organized , he gave us very good recommendations of good restaurants , beautiful sights , we had ample time to admire each sights .. My husband and I really enjoyed the trip.. This tour is a must if you are in Albania I give it a 100/100.
Our tour guide was Aniled. A nice guy who shared not only his love for Albania It’s mostly a natural place. very hilly with people scattered throughout in their own habitats. It can be a long day out but I think it’s worth it
Very nice day, we had time to visit the different places, a very kind driver and guide with a nice organization from the old pickup for the meeting place and photo of the vehicle, and throughout the day. I recommend
It was a great experience. Our tour guide Orgest was really friendly and organized. We got to learn about the history of Albania. Lovely experience, I recommended. Be prepared for a long day (but lovely)
I thank the driver and the ORGEST guide, very prepared, attentive and helpful, patiently contacted the latecomers and at every restart of the bus checked that we had all got back on. For itinerary preferences I chose the tour in English, and I must say that ORGEST speaks very well, but also speaks good Italian, and the French and Spanish speakers present took care to leave at least written information through Whatsapp, which must also be used to give / have confirmations and updates on pickup locations and times, which, ATTENTION: depending on the needs may differ and are flexible. Tour excellent value for money, worth a visit, unfortunately short, by speedboat to the twin islands in front of Ksamil and the Blue Eye (Syri i Kalter): for the magic and harmony of the place, the cold regenerating bath... On the advice of the ORGEST guide excellent lunch at the Trident restaurant in Ksamil, and dinner at the autogrill (at normal prices).
Orgest was a fantastic guide very organised and knowledgable about the places we visited on the tour. The trip was well organised and we had a wonderful time. I will definitely come back to Albania and I wouldn’t hesitate to book through you again. Marriane
A nice excursion with beautiful views of the mountains and nice swimming Even a cold dip in the blue eye that holds 12 degrees. Many thanks to our nice guide who had good track of us and gave a lot of information along the way about villages o sights. We also got lots of good tips on food and excursions. Many thanks to our guide Orgest
A fun tour with the must see pieces of Albania! Our driver was professional and our guide very friendly. The day starts with an impressive drive to the famous resort of Ksamil, followed by Durres and the Blue Eye. These are really highlights you can't miss. The tour takes longer than described and is worth it
Ervin is an awesome tour guide! Communication was great. He offered a range of suggestions for eating and activities in all the places we went. It was a rainy day but we made the best of it and it turned out to be a spectacular day! Blue Eye was beautiful even in the drizzling rain. The area around was picturesque. The sun came out for us at Ksamil and it was an amazing time at the beach. Ervin was kind enough to escort me to my hotel as I was worried because I was alone. Thank you Ervin as I said you are awesome!
