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From Tirana/Durres/Golem: Gjirokastra UNESCO, Saranda & Ksamil Beach Day Trip

Souvenir shops lining cobblestone street in old town Gjirokaster, Albania.
Saranda port cityscape with boats and hillside buildings in spring.
Panoramic view of Gjirokastra town with traditional stone houses and surrounding mountains.
Lunch setting with wine and bread overlooking Ksamil Islands beach during day trip from Tirana.

Duration

13 hr 30 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience
  • Highlights

    • Enjoy door-to-door pickups from Tirana/Durrës/Golem, a live guide, AC transport, and beach time packed in an exciting southern Albania day trip.

    • Walk through Gjirokastër’s old bazaar and stone streets with your guide, then explore at your own pace with time for coffee, photos, or local bites.

    • Pause along Sarandë’s seaside promenade for a taste of the Ionian vibe before heading further down the coast.

    • In Ksamil, swim, relax by the water, grab lunch with a sea view, or rent a small boat to visit nearby islands (with more beach time in summer).

    • Three signature stops in one plan mean no separate bookings or route logistics; everything is handled for you.

    • Hotel or meeting point pick-up and drop-off from Tirana city (based on the option selected)

    • Meeting point pick-up and drop-off from Durres/Golem (based on the option selected)

    • English-speaking tour guide

    • Air-conditioned transportation

    • Free time in Gjirokastër, Sarandë, and Ksamil (season-dependent time allocation)

    • Road taxes

    • Food and drinks

    • Beach expenses in Ksamil (sunbeds, umbrellas, etc.)

    • Optional boat rentals to the Ksamil islands

    • Entrance tickets to museums or attractions in Gjirokastër

  • TOTAL DURATION12 hours
    MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
    Pick-up from your hotel
    Start point

    Pick-up from your hotel

    Get direction
    4 hr by a/c bus
    230 km
    Gjirokastër

    1. Gjirokastër

    Tickets not included

    Visit attraction, Guided tour & Free time to explore

    60 min by a/c bus
    55 km
    Sarandë

    2. Sarandë

    Free time to explore & Beach activities

    45 min by a/c bus
    15 km
    Ksamil Beach

    3. Ksamil Beach

    Beach activities, Swimming & Sightseeing

    4 hr by a/c bus
    274 km
    Pick-up from your hotel
    End point

    Pick-up from your hotel

    Get direction

    Your ending point would be same as your start point

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • What to bring

    • Bring a sun hat and sunscreen, especially during the summer months.

    • Carry water to stay hydrated throughout the day.

    • Comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring old town streets.

    Accessibility

    • This tour is not wheelchair accessible

    What’s not allowed

    • Smoking is not allowed in the transport vehicle.

    Additional information

    • Duration of the tour is 14.5–16 hours.

    • Pick up is early morning, and you may be asked to walk 1–10 minutes to a nearby main street for pick-up.

    • The meeting point may vary by option. Final details are sent via email and WhatsApp the night before the tour.

    • All tour-day communication is via WhatsApp. Please ensure your phone number is connected to WhatsApp and that mobile data/roaming is enabled.

    • Free time allocation varies by season, with more beach time in summer and extended exploration time in Gjirokastër and Sarandë during off-season months.

    • This tour is not suitable for children under 4 years and people with heart problems.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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