Tour to Blue Eye and Lekursi Castle from Saranda(Sunset Option)
Description
Stop 1: The Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër) Your first destination is the magical natural spring known as the Blue Eye. Hidden deep between lush mountains, this crystal-clear spring offers breathtaking views and an unforgettable experience. The water maintains a chilly temperature of 8–12°C even during the summer, making it a refreshing natural wonder. Enjoy a peaceful coffee break surrounded by untouched nature, the soothing sound of flowing water, and the serene energy of this mystical place. Stop 2: Lekursi Castle On your way back to Saranda, you’ll stop at the historic Lekursi Castle, perched high on a hill overlooking the entire region. From here, you’ll enjoy a spectacular 360° panoramic view — including the city of Saranda, the island of Corfu, Butrint Lake, the Bistrica River, ancient and modern architecture, mountains, churches, and mosques — all in one breathtaking landscape. After the tour, you will be comfortably dropped off at your original point of departure.
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The Blue Eye Albania is a natural spring with a magical blue color. The spring has become a touristic attraction, because of its beauty. The Lonely Planet described the Blue Eye Albania as “magical and hypnotic”. And Atlas Obscura said it is “breath-taking and mesmerizing”.
Lekursi Castle ( Kalaja e Lëkurësit) was built in the early 16th century by Sultan Suleymani and is located on the top of a hill in Lëkurës looking directly over Sarande. It’s located about 3-4km away from the center of Saranda. The castle was initially built to protect the city of Saranda from invaders accessing the coastline by boat. From the castle, you'll have great views of Corfu and Ksamil islands.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer pickup from all hotels, apartments, and Airbnb accommodations in Saranda and Ksamil for your convenience. For cruise passengers, we will meet you directly outside the Saranda Port/Ferry Terminal. Our team will be waiting for you holding a sign with your name clearly printed, making it easy to find us upon arrival. Please ensure you have internet access on your phone on the day of the tour so we can easily communicate if needed.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(27)
Good guide / driver. Easy to book and contact but the organizer. Nice field trip.
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klajdi was a great guide - he spoke english and answered all our questions easily. He picked us up from our hotel and dropped us off no problem. he was very kind.
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Blue eye spring was beautiful. No swimming! The castle was very busy but was a beautiful place to see the sun set. Best colurs come out after the sun is down. Klajdi was a wonderful host, very professional.
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This is an easy walk to and from the blue eye with an option of taking a train ride. The sunset was beautiful! Our tour guide was excellent, super friendly and informative. We would highly recommend doing this.
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Very fun activities, our tour guide is the best very patient and professional . The ride and everything was smooth.
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This tour was great. Very intimate and our host Mariglen was very attentive. He explained about the history of the attractions and gave great insight.
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“Watching the sunset over Lekursi Castle was one of the highlights of our trip. The view over Saranda, the Ionian Sea, and Corfu was absolutely breathtaking. Everything felt peaceful and magical as the sun went down
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An excellent experience from start to finish. The Blue Eye is a must-see natural attraction, and watching the sunset from Lekursi Castle was unforgettable. Great value and a fantastic way to explore the area.
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“The Blue Eye was absolutely stunning. Crystal-clear water, peaceful surroundings, and a truly magical atmosphere. A must-see natural wonder with breathtaking views. Highly recommended!” 💙
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Kladji (our English tour guide) was so accommodating. A great way to get a personalized tour without having to board a bus with a big group. Kladji made sure our parking spot was close to each entrance to avoid a lot of walking in the hot sun. Highly recommend this tour!!!
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