Blue Eye Experience & Lekursi Castle Sunset from Sarand or Ksamil
Overview
Discover the natural beauty of southern Albania on a full-day experience from Saranda or Ksamil, combining Blue Eye National Park and Lekursi Castle in one seamless tour.
Start your journey from a central meeting point in Saranda and travel comfortably through scenic landscapes to the Blue Eye. Enjoy a unique one-way panoramic train ride that takes you closer to the spring, offering a relaxed and scenic approach to one of Albania’s most famous natural wonders.
At the Blue Eye, you’ll have free time to admire the crystal-clear waters, take photos, enjoy a coffee, or simply relax in nature. Afterward, return at your own pace with a short walk back to the parking area.
The experience continues to Lekursi Castle, where you can enjoy breathtaking sunset views over Saranda, Ksamil, Corfu, Lake Butrint, the Bistrica River, and the Ionian Sea.
Return to Saranda with unforgettable memories of Albania’s most iconic coastal and natural highlights.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- One way by train on Blue Eye(Train is not operating from November to April)
- Blue eye entry fee
- Meals
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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The Blue Eye
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Kalaja e Lëkurësit
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- One way by train on Blue Eye(Train is not operating from November to April).
- Blue eye entry fee.
- Meals.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Blue Eye Experience & Lekursi Castle Sunset from Sarand or Ksamil is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Blue Eye Experience & Lekursi Castle Sunset from Sarand or Ksamil will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- One way by train on Blue Eye(Train is not operating from November to April)
- Blue eye entry fee
- Meals
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
