The ancient city, Butrint and Blue Eye spring

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Overview

  • Duration:6 hours 0 minutes
  • Travelers:3 - 30 guests
  • Tour Type:Daily tour
  • Language:Albanian, English
Discover the perfect combination of history and nature on this full-day excursion from Saranda. Visit Butrint, Albania's most important archaeological site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing to the breathtaking Blue Eye Spring (Syri i Kaltër), one of the country's most famous natural attractions.

Walk through over 2,500 years of history as you explore the ancient Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian ruins of Butrint, then immerse yourself in the peaceful beauty of the crystal-clear Blue Eye, surrounded by lush forests and untouched nature.

 
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Itinerary

Start point: Saranda (pick-up meeting point)

Guided visit inside Butrint Archaeological Park: 1.5–2 hours

Free time for photos and panoramic views

Drive to Blue Eye Spring: approximately 40 minutes

Visit and guided walk around the Blue Eye: 45–60 minutes

Free time for photos and refreshments

Return to Saranda: approximately 40 minutes

Highlights

  • • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Butrint
  • • Discover the ancient theatre, Roman baths, basilica, baptistery, city walls, and Venetian castle
  • • Learn about over 2,500 years of fascinating history with a professional guide
  • • Visit the spectacular Blue Eye Spring, famous for its crystal-clear turquoise waters
  • • Walk through beautiful forest scenery and enjoy one of Albania's most photographed natural attractions
  • • Plenty of free time for photography and exploration

Includes/Excludes

  • • Group / private transportation
  • • Professional guide (English / Italian)
  • • Guided tour inside Butrint Archaeological Park
  • • Entrance ticket to Butrint National Park
  • • Entrance ticket to Blue Eye Natural Monument
  • • Food & drinks
  • • Personal expenses
  • • Souvenirs and gratuities

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