Saranda - Ksamil - Gjirokastër

🕕 Departure:
📍 Tirana – 06:00, Logos University
📍 Durrës – 06:40, Train Station / Plepa

☕ Short stop along the way for morning coffee.

🏛️ Arrival in Gjirokastër – the UNESCO museum city.
During the visit, we will explore some of the city’s most characteristic sites:

✨ Qafa e Pazarit – cobblestone streets and traditional shops
🏰 Gjirokastër Castle – a magnificent fortress with panoramic views
📚 Ismail Kadare House Museum – the birthplace of the famous Albanian writer
🏠 Enver Hoxha’s House – a historical building from the communist period

🍽️ Free time for lunch in the city.

💙 The journey continues toward the Blue Eye, one of the most beautiful natural wonders of southern Albania, famous for its crystal-clear water and magical colors. 🌿

🌊 Departure toward Saranda and hotel accommodation.

🌙 In the evening:
Free time for dinner and a walk along the city promenade, enjoying the relaxing seaside atmosphere. ✨

🏰 Optional visit to Lëkurësi Castle.

🍳 Breakfast at the hotel restaurant, followed by departure toward one of the most important historical destinations in Albania. ✨

🏛️ Visit to Butrint National Park
A UNESCO-protected site where history and nature blend perfectly. During the visit, we will explore:

🎭 The ancient theatre
🌀 The Baptistery with its unique mosaics
🧱 The surrounding city walls
🏰 The Venetian Castle

A cultural experience among ancient civilizations and the breathtaking landscapes of the area. 🌿

🌊 The journey continues toward Ksamil
Free time for coffee, a walk, or lunch in the relaxing seaside atmosphere, with views of the characteristic Ksamil islands. ☀️

🚍 In the afternoon, departure back toward Tirana and Durrës, with short stops along the way for rest and coffee. ☕

🕘 Arrival in Tirana & Durrës in the evening, bringing to an end a weekend full of history, culture, and natural beauty. ✨