1-Day PRIVATE TOUR in South of Albania (Blue Eye, Gjirokaster, Permet, Ksamil)

Saranda, Albania
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Planning your holidays by your own selves makes it harder for you to visit the whole highlights of a country.
The reason I choose to offer different type of CUSTOMIZED experiences is to show you the best of my beautiful country from a local's perspective.

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Stop At: Albania, Albania

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!!!
Planning your holidays by your own selves makes it harder for you to visit the whole highlights of a country.
The reason I choose to offer different type of CUSTOMIZED experiences is to show you the best of my beautiful country from a local's perspective.

HOW DOES THIS PRODUCT WORK⁉️

Step 1. Book this tour. For one or more. (Booking through Viator is a warranty for you and the price is a ''prepayment'')

Step 2. After booking the product, you will receive a message by me through Viator or WhatsApp.

Step 3. You make the rest of payment in cash or via PayPal. The paid amount through Viator will be deducted from the total amount. (i will let you know about payment details once we get in touch)

NOTE ⚠️⚠️⚠️: the real PRICE PER PERSON is:

- 262€ if you are 1 traveler
- 206€ if you are 2 travelers
- 182€ if you are 3 travelers
- 172€ if you are 4+ travelers

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Experience Gjirokastra, Rr. Gjin Zenebishti, sheshi Cercizit, nr 5, Gjirokaster 6001 Albania

The ancient Ottoman town of Gjirokastër, a UNESCO World Heritage site, will be our next stop. We will go to the castle, which looks over the whole town and the rest of the Gjerë mountains. visit the museum and listen to the history of this marvelous city.

After some photography of the landscape, we will proceed to the 17th century Ottoman bazaar, which offers the perfect opportunity to buy some locally-inspired souvenirs.

Another 18th/19th Ottoman structure, Skenduli house, has been preserved ever since it was taken from the wealthy Skenduli family at the start of communism in Albania. A 10th generation family member will show us around and explain all of its quirks.

Don't worry about eating because I shall take care of everything. I will introduce you to a local family that will welcome us into their home as their guests. They will prepare a lunch, consisting of many traditional dishes cooked by housewives. You can get to know the locals and ask them any questions you have about their lifestyle and the history of their town.

Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Permet, Permet, Gjirokaster County

The next of our destination is Vjosa river and canyons and the thermal and curative baths in Permet city.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Stop At: Lëkursi, Sarandë, Albania

The final stop is back in Saranda where I will take you to my favourite place to enjoy the breathtaking landscape as the sunsets. If you like, this can include swimming or eating locally grown fruits with some drinks, making for an unforgettable day

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The Blue Eye, Vlore Albania

Join me for a journey that goes beyond the ordinary sights and experiences that most tourists can find in Albania. My guided tour offers the perfect opportunity to become acquainted with the culture and traditions of my country, and to see for yourself the wild nature of the Ionian land. Just as importantly, I can be your photographer so that every special moment of your adventure is captured.

The journey starts from your accommodation, taking you along the scenic route amongst the mountains to the Blue Eye spring, a famous natural monument. Here, you have the pleasure of exploring the forest and finding the crystal clear source of the Bistrica river. Rebellious tourists may jump into the icy water, but that is only for the brave! Maybe I can tell you about the most interesting legends about Blue Eye's origins instead.

Duration: 50 minutes

Inclusions

  • Lunch with traditional foods offered by a local family.
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Pick up and drop off where you live
  • Local guide
  • Entry/Admission - The Blue Eye
  • Entry/Admission - Experience Gjirokastra

Exclusions

  • buying souvenirs & extra drinks
  • We can suggest places to eat or we can offer lunch with traditional food. (Optional)

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Traveler must have their own facemasks and gloves due to the risks of Covid-19
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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