Explore the marvelous ancient city of Butrint,a history more than 2600 years and a mix of 5 different civilizations. Visit the medieval stone town of Gjirokaster to make sure you will never forget its streets.
Departure from Corfu.Arrival to Saranda – Albania.Passport check in.
Walk and visit the city of Saranda. After drive to visit the Ancient City of Butrint. Guided tour of Butrint. End of guided tour. Departure from Butrint.
Arrival to Lekuresi Castle. Sight seen and photo stop.
After the Sight seen Drive via the old east/west caravan route to Gjirokastra.Arrive late afternoon in Gjirokaster. Overnight in Gjirokaster.(kms 60).
Guided walking tour of the old town including the Castle of the town, the Ethnographic museum, the Obelisk and the Old Part of UNESCO Gjirokaster.
After the visit of Gjirokaster drive to Sarande. On way visit the National Park of Blue Eye.In the afternoon take the ferry back to Corfu.
Notes on towns and main sites
Gjirokastra: This fascinating and historic small town is on UNESCO’s
World Heritage list. Largely medieval, with some lovely architecture to admire reflecting the town’s wealthy past, it is build on a hill overlooking valley and mountains. Excellent views from the large castle above, which houses a weapon museum! Some good restaurants in the narrow cobbled lanes of the old town.
Saranda: Touristic port and main town in the south. It’s built directly over a
Roman town which surfaces here and there. Best views are from the castle call “Lekuresi” high above.The restaurant on top is an idea for evening dining.
DAY 1:
Ferry-Taxes
Transfer
Entrance fee Butrint
Guide
Entrance Lekuresi castle
Gjirokaster overnight stay
DAY 2:
Entrance fee Ethnographic museum & Castle
Guide
Entrance fee Blue Eye
Ferry Back to Corfu
