Explore the South of Albania: From Tirana to Saranda - Full-Day Tour

Travel to some of the most popular destinations in Albania with this tour, from Tirana to Saranda and Gjirokaster. Get lost in the atmosphere of the ancient settlements in Butrint.

Ready on board, you will go down to the coast towards Saranda, where you will see the enchanting beaches such as Gjipe Beach, Porto Palermo, Lukovë. It's just a taste of what awaits you at Saranda beach. Saranda is full of light, colors and smells of the Mediterranean. A town of 30,000 inhabitants many beaches are close at hand. With glimpses of the beautiful sea, there's no need to be envious of even Greek tourist resorts. In Saranda you will have the opportunity to get a taste of the Albanian Riviera!

Butrint National Park: a journey through two thousand years of history

Continuing further south we reach Butrint, the ancient Greek, Roman and episcopal city of Epirus. We are located right next to the island of Corfu, Greece is just a few kilometers away. The first Greek settlements here date back to the fourth century BC, then the Romans and the Byzantines passed to Butrint, looking for seaside resorts and finally, between the 11th and 18th centuries AD, the Venetians.

A UNESCO site since 2005, Butrint surprises you with its mix of architectures. You can see a beautifully preserved 16th century tower which was part of the fortifications that the Venetians had built to defend Butrint from the Ottomans. With this guided tour of the Butrint National Park you can get to the heart of this mix of history. Between Hellenistic walls and a really well preserved Greek theater. Roman villas, the aqueduct, the columns of the forum, the thermal baths and a baptistery from the Paleo-Christian era. And also warehouses, walkways, and towers built in the Venetian era.

Gjirokaster Albania

Leaving Saranda, you will be heading towards Gjirokaster.

Once you arrive in Gjirokaster you will take a short tour of the city. Gjirokaster is well known in Albanian history for its culture, traditions and excellent food. It is also the birthplace of two important Albanian figures. Enver Hoxha, the former communist dictator and Ismail Kadare, the most famous Albanian writer. In the old town, the Qafa e Pazari district, you will notice the classic stone houses, which turn to silver after the rain. You will continue with the visit at Gjirokastra Castle, built in 1200, and has passed through several modifications. Inside the structure there is an interesting museum dedicated to regime propaganda, which we will visit before returning to Tirana.

Important information - There may be restrictions

During the summer season there may be delays in the return.