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Gjirokastra 6-7 Hour Day Trip from Saranda: Stone City, Castle, Bazaar & Blue Eye Nature
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Gjirokastra 6-7 Hour Day Trip from Saranda: Stone City, Castle, Bazaar & Blue Eye Nature

by Rei Tours

6 hours
Saranda
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6 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
€70.20€78Save 10%
2 adults × €35.10
All taxes and fees included

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6 hours
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2 adults × €35.10
All taxes and fees included

Overview

This 6 to 7 hour day trip from Saranda includes hotel or Airbnb pickup and drop-off in Saranda, as well as pickup and drop-off in Ksamil from the Rei Tours office. Transportation is provided in an air-conditioned vehicle, and a certified guide accompanies the group throughout the day. The tour starts with a one-hour visit to Gjirokastra Castle, a stone fortress where visitors can explore the historic site and learn about its role in the region. Next, the group spends one hour at the Gjirokastra Bazaar, observing traditional market activities and the local way of life. Afterward, there is a 30-minute stop at the Cold War Tunnel, an underground site connected to Albania’s Cold War history. The final stop is the Blue Eye, a natural spring known for its clear blue water and surrounding natural park, where visitors spend about 30 minutes enjoying the nature. Bottled water and all entrance fees are included. Meals and the train ticket required to access the Blue Eye are not included.

Highlights

Visit Gjirokaster Castle for one hour
Explore Gjirokastra Bazaar for one hour
See the Cold War Tunnel with a 30-minute stop
Stop at the Blue Eye natural spring for 30 minutes
Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Saranda
All entrance fees and bottled water provided

What's included

Pickup and drop-off at hotels or Airbnbs in Saranda
Bottled water during the tour
All entrance fees to included sites
Air-conditioned vehicle transport
Pickup and drop-off at Rei Tours office in Ksamil
Certified tour guide throughout

What's not included

Meals during the tour
Train ticket for the Blue Eye site

Itinerary

1

Gjirokaster Castle

Spend about one hour exploring Gjirokaster Castle. The visit includes time to walk around the fortress and learn about its historical significance in the region.

60 min

2

Gjirokastra Bazaar

Stop for one hour at the Gjirokastra Bazaar to observe the traditional market environment and local trade.

60 min

3

The Cold War Tunnel

A 30-minute visit to an underground tunnel used during the Cold War era.

30 min

4

The Blue Eye

A 30-minute stop at the Blue Eye natural spring, known for its clear blue water and natural setting.

30 min

Meeting point

Rei Tours Port Office, rruga Mitat Hoxha, inside Saranda Ferry terminal

End point

Rei Tours Port Office, rruga Mitat Hoxha, inside Saranda Ferry terminal

Languages

English (guide)French (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Infant seats are available
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
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