Tour Gjirokaster,Blue Eye & Lekursi Castle
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The fascinating old centre of Gjirokaster is on UNESCO’s World Heritage list. Largely medieval, with some lovely architecture to admire, reflecting the town’s wealthy past, it is built on a hill overlooking a valley and mountains. This interesting museum will give a good impression of the way of living in Albania during the Ottoman period.
On our way back to Saranda, we will pass from the national park Syri I Kalter. In this peaceful forest, we will walk (15 min) to the crystal clear spring called Blue Eye, where 900 m3 water per minute is coming from deep down the earth. If time permits, there will be a short coffee break at the restaurant next to the fast streaming river in the park, before heading back to the port of Saranda.
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Gjirokaster
First stop is in Gjirokaster (Old Town) Defined by its castle, roads paved with chunky limestone and shale, imposing slate-roofed houses and views out to the Drina Valley, Gjirokastra is a magical hillside town described beautifully by Albania's most famous author, Ismail Kadare (b 1936), in Chronicle in Stone. There has been a settlement here for 2500 years, though these days it's the 600 'monumental' Ottoman-era houses in town that attract visitors. For Albanians, the town is also synonymous with former dictator Enver Hoxha, who was born here and ensured the town was relatively well preserved under his rule, though he is not memorialised in any way here today.
The Blue Eye
Second Stop: Blue Eye. Albania’s famous Blue Eye (Syri i kaltër) is a water spring and natural phenomenon that each visitor should witness. A popular tourist attraction, the beautiful light turquoise river stuns with its beauty. Located near Muzinë in Albania’s Vlorë County, you’ll want to rent a car to get to the famous Blue Eye. After following the signs and crossing the bridge (where you’ll pay a small fee), you’ll come across a parking spot and a footpath that leads to the Blue Eye. You’ll first be enchanted by the surrounding dense forest and the beautiful light blue river that flows through this natural paradise. The Blue Eye is located beneath a small metal balcony that was built so you can get a closer look. Even though swimming has been prohibited via signs, it doesn’t really prevent people from jumping right into the ice-cold water.
Bao gồm
Booster seat
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance- Blue Eye
Gjirokaster Castel entry (optional)
Train ticket in Blue Eye
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Tour Gjirokaster,Blue Eye & Lekursi Castle
Pickup included
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The best day with the best tour guide Jona
Alexandra K,20 thg 4, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00We had an amazing day with Jona from Leka Tours. They were incredibly knowledgeable and tailored the trip to exactly what we wanted to see. Friendly, professional, and went above and beyond to make it special. Highly recommend booking a tour with them! Thank you for our amazing day!
Fantastic tour, would recommend
reubenl625,16 thg 4, 2026
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5.00Great tour, our guide Jona was very informative. Views from Lekursi Castle were incredible. A must do if you come to Albania.
Amazing. A must do!
tiffanyaA9014QG,15 thg 4, 2026
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5.00An absolute 10/10 experience. We did this on our last full day and was a highlight of our trip. Jona was such an incredible tour guide and also felt like a friend ny the end of the day. We shared history, experiences and laughs. The tour was completely guided by what we wanted to do as part of the itinerary and we were given flexibility. I love that even though we didn’t decide to go into the castle Jona still told us all about the history of it. She took pictures of us, and also looked after us the entire day including recommend the best local dishes to have during the trip to Gjirokaster. The price for what you get is incredible!! Doing this trip by yourself would be so much more expensive and also harder unless you have a car. Honestly a must do experience if you’re in/ around Sarandë!!
Jona made our Albania Experience Unforgettable!
thuyn962,12 thg 4, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour to Gjirokastër, the Blue Eye, and Lëkurësi Castle was absolutely incredible and one of the highlights of our trip! Each destination was unique and breathtaking in its own way—from the rich history and charm of Gjirokastër, to the crystal-clear, mesmerizing waters of the Blue Eye, and the stunning panoramic views from Lëkurësi Castle. What made the experience truly special was our amazing tour guide, JONA. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and shared so many interesting stories and insights that brought each location to life. We learned so much about the culture, history, and hidden gems of the area that we would have never discovered on our own. Everything was well-organized and perfectly timed, and we always felt comfortable and taken care of throughout the day. This tour was the perfect mix of history, nature, and unforgettable views. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Albania—it’s a must-do!
AMAZING, just beautiful
Bernadine M,10 thg 4, 2026
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5.00The you to my guide jona , she looked after me very well and made sure I got back to my ferry on time. Most informative and kind. Best wishes going forwa
Good trip
Anu R,6 thg 4, 2026
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5.00We had a nice guide named Jona.The whole trip was really comfortable.Jona was friendly amd fun person explained the History of the places. High recommend this guide
Gjirokastra tour
GoPlaces55303598897,26 thg 3, 2026
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5.00The staff was the best and the tour was amazing we had so much funn
My experince with Leka Tours was very good.The staff were friendly and everything was well-organised.
U894UUkristinat,26 thg 3, 2026
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5.00I had a very nice experience with Leka Tours. The trip was well organized and everything went smoothly. The guide who was speaking was a very kind and professional girl. She explained everything clearly and made the tour very interesting. She was friendly, patient and answered all our questions. Thanks to her, the experience was even better. I would definitely recommend Leka Tours to everyone.
💫💫💫💫💫
erjonl133,26 thg 3, 2026
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5.00The best tour ever Thanks a lot ❤️ Leka tours the best in town!!!!!!
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Jona N,26 thg 3, 2026
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5.00⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5) The experience with Leka Tours was absolutely amazing! The tour Gjirokastër – Blue Eye – Lekurs tour was perfectly organized. The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly, sharing stories and legends of the area in a lively and engaging way. Visiting the Blue Eye was magical – the deep blue springs and crystal-clear water used by locals were unforgettable. I felt refreshed and renewed being near the springs. The hilly terrain made the walk challenging but very interesting, and the natural surroundings were simply stunning. Lekurs and Gjirokastër were also fantastic – the combination of nature, history, and culture made this tour unforgettable. The trip was professionally organized, clear, and comfortable. I would highly recommend Leka Tours to anyone looking for a beautiful and authentic experience in Albania. A truly worthwhile adventure!
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