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The 15 Best Blue Eye Tours in Albania

44 tours  ·  from $23

The spring at Muzinë throws up water cold enough to take your breath, and almost nobody visits it on its own. These 15 pair it with Gjirokastër, Butrint or Ksamil, priced and clear on how long you actually stand at the pool.

Gjirokastra- The Stone City & Blue Eye- The monument of Nature. - The bazaar, where the town feels most alive
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Gjirokastra- The Stone City & Blue Eye- The monument of Nature.

1.The Stone City & Blue Eye- The monument of Nature.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 180 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $71Our pick

Travel from Saranda to Gjirokastër and the Blue Eye with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, entrance tickets, and an English-speaking guide. You’ll see the castle, bazaar, Skenduli House, and Cold War tunnel, then visit Albania’s striking natural spring. Guides such as Marsia and Marisa are local to the area.

“This is a full day but an excellent way to get to know Southern Albania. Our guide Marisa was absolutely amazing, giving us loads of information on Albania and available to answer all our questions. Both Blue Eye and Gjirokaskra are great places to visit. Gjirokaskra was the highlight of our visit to Albania, fabulous town with plenty of time to explore and have a great lunch in one of the local restaurants. Clean, comfortable mini van and we were dropped off at our hotel on the way back to Saranda. Highly recommended.”

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Butrint, Ksamil, Blue Eye, Lekuresi Castle. All-in-one daytrip. - Lekuresi Castle and Saranda from above
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Butrint, Ksamil, Blue Eye, Lekuresi Castle. All-in-one daytrip.

2.Butrint, Ksamil, Blue Eye, Lekuresi Castle. All-in-one daytrip.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 125 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $71

Travel from Saranda to Butrint, Ksamil, the Blue Eye, and Lekuresi Castle in 6 to 7 hours. Tony is often the guide, with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, Butrint and Blue Eye entry included, and a group capped at 16. Bring snacks and about €6 for the Blue Eye train.

“I usually give constructive reviews. So, please take this positively. All well went except at Butrint. Butrint was supposed to be the highlight of my trip but it was disappointing. There was so much rush by the guide from one point to another. We didnt get enough time to walk on our own inside the complex, or take pictures. We were just running from one spot to another. Undoubtedly, the guide was very knowledgeable but wish he could give us some free time to enjoy the complex on our own.”

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From Durrës/Golem: Saranda, Ksamil, and Blue Eye Day Trip - The long ride south from Durrës or Golem
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From Durrës/Golem: Saranda, Ksamil, and Blue Eye Day Trip

3.From Durrës/Golem: Saranda, Ksamil, and Blue Eye Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 113 reviews

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle from Durrës or Golem to Saranda, Ksamil, Lekursi Castle, and the Blue Eye. Expect an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, site entry, swimming time at Ksamil, grand Corfu views, and a long 12-hour day. Guides such as Beni, Kledi, Aurel, Kristina, and Klod have led recent departures.

“It was such an amazing trip. The tour guide was very polite and helped us whenever needed. He also suggested amazing speedboat tour and restaurant with good food. I highly recommend if you’re coming to Albania book this trip”

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From Durrës or Golem: Ksamil, Saranda and Blue Eye Tour - Leaving Durrës or Golem for the coast
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From Durrës or Golem: Ksamil, Saranda and Blue Eye Tour

4.From Durrës or Golem: Ksamil, Saranda and Blue Eye Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 111 reviews · 14 hours · from $52

Travel from Durrës or Golem to southern Albania with an English-speaking guide and hotel pickup. Swim or relax in Ksamil, stroll Saranda’s Ionian promenade, see Corfu from Lekursi Castle, and visit the Blue Eye spring. Guides such as Mirsad, Beni, Andrew, and Mario are praised for history, care, and useful breaks.

“The entire trip was wonderful, our guide Mario was attentive, caring, interactive, keeping the energy up as it is a very long ride; he’s also very generous, prolonging stops and offering to take pictures.However, with so many great information and incredible views, the trip is a must do! My only complaint was that I wish the day had more hours, wanted to stretch this experience to it’s maximum! I super recommend this trip!!”

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Butrint, Blue Eye, Ksamil and Lekuresi Castle Tour From Saranda - Ksamil for sea views, lunch, or a quick swim
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Butrint, Blue Eye, Ksamil and Lekuresi Castle Tour From Saranda

5.Butrint, Blue Eye, Ksamil and Lekuresi Castle Tour From Saranda

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 102 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $81

This six-hour Saranda outing links Lekuresi Castle, the Blue Eye spring, Butrint National Park, and Ksamil. You get air-conditioned private transport, onboard Wi-Fi, and pickup in central Saranda, at your hotel, or the port. Guides such as Mara, Elvis, Katie, and Marjela have led strong outings, but confirm whether your booking is truly private or a small-group trip.

“The guide and driver were so helpful and caring. I recommend this tour for everyone. There is just so much to see. Albania is so cheap and has great mountains and scenery”

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1-Day Tour in Blue Eye, Monastery, Gjirokaster and Lekursi Castle - The Mesopotamia monastery and its unusual double apse
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1-Day Tour in Blue Eye, Monastery, Gjirokaster and Lekursi Castle

6.1-Day Tour in Blue Eye, Monastery, Gjirokaster and Lekursi Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $44Top rated

From Saranda, join a small group of up to eight people for a 6 to 8 hour trip through southern Albania. You’ll visit the Blue Eye spring, Gjirokaster, a Byzantine monastery, and Lekursi Castle. A licensed English-speaking guide, often including Ilmi Hasani, handles the driving and gives you free time at each stop.

“Incredible excursion with the best guide in the world. We have loved the truth that for that price it is gifted. The sites are beautiful and the guide goodismAuto-translated”

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Hiking Tour of Valbona, Theth & Blue Eye in 3 Days from Tirana - The Valbona Pass, the trip’s big day
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Hiking Tour of Valbona, Theth & Blue Eye in 3 Days from Tirana

7.Hiking Tour of Valbona, Theth & Blue Eye in 3 Days from Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $524

Leave Tirana before dawn for Koman Lake, then hike through Albania’s northern mountains from Valbona to Theth. You’ll share local guesthouses, eat home-cooked meals, visit Gurnas Waterfall and the Blue Eye, and return through Shkodër. Guides may include Jozef, Daniel, Redi or Gavin, depending on the departure.

“Well….all I can say is this: DO THIS 2night 3day trek through the most beautiful countryside of Albania. It’s the perfect way to take in all the senses of the “real Albania”. Small group, excellent meals and a wonderful guide- Gavin.”

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Explore Blue Eye- The Monument of Nature - Walking into the Blue Eye Natural Park
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Explore Blue Eye- The Monument of Nature

8.Explore Blue Eye- The Monument of Nature

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 68 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $22Best value

Travel from central Saranda to Albania’s Blue Eye Natural Park in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide. You’ll see the forest, cold spring, and rare blue dragonfly, then have free time at the site. The tour lasts about three hours, with the optional park train costing extra.

“Our guide was waiting for us when we arrived, a few minutes early. The tour was exactly as expected. Our guide was helpful and attentive to another guest who had difficulties with the walk to the pools. The walk was up hill, about 20 minutes, easy for most of us. The setting was beautiful, with lush greenery and crystal clear water to cool off in. We were very satisfied with the experience.”

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Semi-Private Day Tour of Theth & Blue Eye from Tirana / Shkoder - Theth village combines history and mountain scenery
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Semi-Private Day Tour of Theth & Blue Eye from Tirana / Shkoder

9.Semi-Private Day Tour of Theth & Blue Eye from Tirana / Shkoder

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $261

Leave Tirana at 6:00 am for Theth National Park, crossing Shkodra and Qafa e Thores before hiking to the cold, brilliant Blue Eye. With a maximum of eight people, hotel pickup, transport, and guides such as Toni, Klodi, Ilir, and Arian, you get mountain scenery and local context in one demanding day.

“Very nice tour that gives you a great overview of the north and Theth. Very beautiful area. I really enjoyed the day.”

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From Tirana/Durrës: Saranda, Ksamil, and Blue Eye Tour - Saranda, the Ionian port with a view of Corfu
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From Tirana/Durrës: Saranda, Ksamil, and Blue Eye Tour

10.From Tirana/Durrës: Saranda, Ksamil, and Blue Eye Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 49 reviews · 12 hours · from $56

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle from Tirana or Durrës to Saranda, Ksamil, Lekursi Castle, and the Blue Eye. An English-speaking guide or driver leads the day, with site entry, hotel pickup, and drop-off included. Expect about 12 hours, though the journey can run closer to 15 hours in busy conditions.

“Beaucoup d'heures de route pour peu de temps sur place, notamment deux heures à Ksamil où nous avons été déposés dans une crique excentrée entourée de club lounge privés avec musique a fond et eau pas limpide sans doute a cause du vent fort. Toutefois, une partie de la plage, bien remplie, était, heureusement, publique. L'oeil bleu était envahi de touristes, pas toujours respectueux du site. L'Albanie souffre déjà du surtourisme... Point positif : on a pu admirer de beaux paysages et se rendre compte de la vie locale au cours des trajets.”

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Semi - Private Tour of Saranda, Ksamil & Blue Eye from Tirana - Leaving Tirana early, with a possible Durres pickup
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Semi – Private Tour of Saranda, Ksamil & Blue Eye from Tirana

11.Semi – Private Tour of Saranda, Ksamil & Blue Eye from Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $235

You’ll travel from Tirana to Saranda, Ksamil, and the Blue Eye with a professional English-speaking guide in a group of up to 15. Expect a very long day, about 10 to 12 hours, with roughly four hours on the road. Guides such as Sam, Ilir, Xhonaton, and Bailey are praised for clear explanations and flexible pacing.

“Our recent tour with Sam was an exceptional experience that left us with lasting memories of Albania. His energy was infectious, making the tour informative and incredibly enjoyable. Communication is key for any tour guide, and Sam excelled. I recommend this tour to anyone considering visiting Saranda, Ksamil, or Blue Eye.”

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Gjirokastra, Blue Eye, Ksamil & Saranda - Day Tour from Tirana - The Blue Eye: a striking spring with limited time
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Gjirokastra, Blue Eye, Ksamil & Saranda – Day Tour from Tirana

12.Gjirokastra, Blue Eye, Ksamil & Saranda – Day Tour from Tirana

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · 12 to 13 hours (approx.) · from $198

Travel from Tirana or Durres in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Gjirokastra Castle, the Blue Eye, Ksamil, and Saranda. You get Ottoman streets, a striking spring, Ionian beaches, and coastal views in one packed day. The group is limited to eight, but the drive can take most of the day.

“This tour is a long one as it starts at 7.30am and ends at about 9.30pm as these places are in the southern tip of Albania where the roads are not so good. But our guide had 3 years experience and was reasonably good. He just seemed a little tired due to the long day. He gave good recommendations for road stops and was flexible enough to allow us time in Seranda to meet a friend for lunch. I think the Blue Eye was worth a visit and Saranda is a touristy seaside town with good restaurants. But I cannot say Ksamil was worth visiting as it is a small…”

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Blue Eye, Gjirokaster & Lekures | Private & Small Group Tours - Gjirokastër Castle and the stone city
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Blue Eye, Gjirokaster & Lekures | Private & Small Group Tours

13.Blue Eye, Gjirokaster & Lekures | Private & Small Group Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 6 hours 20 minutes to 8 hours 20 minutes (approx.) · from $134

Travel from Saranda with local guide Ari to Gjirokaster, the Blue Eye spring, and Lekuresi Castle. Expect private round-trip transport, entrance fees, snacks, water, photo stops, and a flexible pace. The tour suits visitors who want history, nature, and sunset views in one long day.

“Ari is an amazing tour guide. Informative, kind, patient, funny. It was truly a treat to go on this tour and spend the day exploring the beautiful country of Albania. Thank you so much Ari for all of the memories and information about Albania. I learned and experienced so much in just one day. Highly recommend!”

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Tour to Butrint Antic City/Blue Eye Spring/Lekursi Castle - Lëkursi Castle gives you Saranda from above
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Tour to Butrint Antic City/Blue Eye Spring/Lekursi Castle

14.Tour to Butrint Antic City/Blue Eye Spring/Lekursi Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $86

Travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle from Saranda, Ksamil, Delvine, or the port to the Blue Eye, Lëkursi Castle, Butrint, and Ksamil. Guide Klajdi is often available, with flexible timing for private groups. Plan for a 30-minute walk to the Blue Eye and an extra €10 Butrint entry fee.

“Excellent guide and driver. Kind and attentive to pace of walking. Very sweet and thoughtful. Thank you.”

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Day Tour of Theth & Hike to Blue Eye from Tirana, Durres/Shkoder - The Blue Eye hike is the main event
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Day Tour of Theth & Hike to Blue Eye from Tirana, Durres/Shkoder

15.Day Tour of Theth & Hike to Blue Eye from Tirana, Durres/Shkoder

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 43 reviews · from $64

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle from Tirana, Durres, Golem, Lalez or Shkoder to Theth and the Blue Eye. You’ll cross Thora Pass, visit the village church and Lock-in Tower, then hike for about two hours to a turquoise spring. Guides include Taulant, Fassi, Renato, Redon and Fazlli.

“The whole trip was absolutely amazing! The scenery was magnificent and I will never forget the hike up to the Blue Eye. It was one of our best experiences in Albania. Our guide Fassi was fantastic and as we were the two oldest participants on the trip he was with us every stRead more”

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