Discover the highlights of southern Albania in just one day, exploring the UNESCO-recognized historic town of Gjirokastër and the stunning turquoise beaches of Saranda and Ksamil. This Day Tour offers an ideal blend of history, breathtaking landscapes, and relaxing seaside moments.
Discover the highlights of southern Albania in just one day, exploring the UNESCO-recognized historic town of Gjirokastër and the stunning turquoise beaches of Saranda and Ksamil. This Day Tour offers an ideal blend of history, breathtaking landscapes, and relaxing seaside moments.
- Tirana - Begin your day with a convenient early morning pickup from your hotel in Tirana or from a designated meeting point in Durrës or Golem. Relax as your knowledgeable tour guide manages all the details, providing fascinating insights about Albania and the destinations you will explore.
- Gjirokaster - Following a brief coffee and restroom…
- Tirana - Begin your day with a convenient early morning pickup from your hotel in Tirana or from a designated meeting point in Durrës or Golem. Relax as your knowledgeable tour guide manages all the details, providing fascinating insights about Albania and the destinations you will explore.
- Gjirokaster - Following a brief coffee and restroom break, the journey continues to Gjirokastër, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the “Stone City.” Upon arrival, the guide will share the city’s history and accompany you to the old town. Enjoy your free time wandering the charming stone streets, visiting the old bazaar, sipping coffee, or having a light snack while soaking in the authentic ambiance of this historic city.
- Saranda - After your time in Gjirokastër, the tour proceeds to Sarandë. Here, a short stop allows you to stroll along the main promenade, capture some photos, and savor a QUICK TASTE of the city’s lively seaside atmosphere before heading to Ksamil.
- Ksamil Beach - Following Gjirokastër, the tour moves directly to Ksamil, one of Albania’s renowned seaside spots, celebrated for its white beaches and crystal-clear waters.
In Ksamil, depending on the season, you can swim, relax on the beach, enjoy food or drinks with a sea view, take photos, or rent a small boat to explore the nearby islands. Before your free time begins, the tour guide will clearly outline all available options and offer assistance if needed.
- Ksamil - ⏱ Seasonal schedule adjustment:
During the off-season (autumn–spring): More free time will be spent in Gjirokastër, as it is a year-round destination with museums, cafés, and restaurants fully open. In Ksamil, facilities are limited during this period.
During the summer season (May - September): More free time will be allocated in Ksamil, allowing you to enjoy swimming, beach time, seaside restaurants, and island boat trips.
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Tirana - KNOW BEFORE YOU RESERVE:
PICK UP: If you choose the hotel pick-up option, please be aware that in some instances, you may be kindly asked to walk a short distance (1–5 minutes) to a nearby main street. This is typically due to certain hotels being situated on narrow streets where our buses cannot easily access.
IMPORTANT: You’ll receive the final tour details via email and WhatsApp the night before the tour, between 22:30 and midnight. Pick-up times may slightly change depending on the schedule, so it’s very important to check our message. If you’re asleep when we send the info, just check it in the morning to confirm your pick-up time.
MOBILE DATA ROAMING: On the tour day, all communication will be via WhatsApp, so please ensure your phone number is linked to WhatsApp and you have mobile data/roaming enabled.
FITNESS LEVEL: Participants should have a basic level of fitness to comfortably complete the tour.
PICK UP/DROP-OFF FROM DURRES AND GOLEM IS INCLUDED

- Pick up and drop-off from Durres or Golem (meeting points)
- Air Conditioned transportation to the destination locations
- English speaking tour guide
- Gjirokastra castle entrance fee
- Pick up and drop-off from the hotel located in Tirana
- Pick up and drop-off from Durres or Golem (meeting points)
- Air Conditioned transportation to the destination locations
- English speaking tour guide
- Gjirokastra castle entrance fee
- Pick up and drop-off from the hotel located in Tirana
- Snacks and drinks
- Museum / Castle entrance
- Boat trips and/or Kayaks rent
- Sunbeds
- Snacks and drinks
- Museum / Castle entrance
- Boat trips and/or Kayaks rent
- Sunbeds
- Kindly note that this tour is not suitable for children under 4 years old
- Not recommended for travelers with knee problems.
- Kindly note that this tour is not suitable for children under 4 years old
- Not recommended for travelers with knee problems.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.