Blue Eye & Lekursi Castle sunset tour from Saranda

A one-way train ride takes you closer to the Blue Eye spring itself.

A full-day tour from Saranda or Ksamil combines Blue Eye National Park and Lekursi Castle, with entry to both sites, an air-conditioned vehicle, and an English-speaking guide. The tour includes a one-way panoramic train ride to the spring (seasonal, November to April excluded) and free time to swim, photograph or rest at the Blue Eye before heading to the castle for sunset. You choose your departure point at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Blue Eye and Lekursi Castle Sunset

• Meet guide at Saranda meeting point
• Drive to Blue Eye Spring
• Walk or take train to Blue Eye
• Take photos and enjoy coffee break
• Walk back to parking area
• Travel to Lekursi Castle
• Watch sunset over Saranda and surroundings
• Return to Saranda

The experience

The day starts at a central meeting point in Saranda, where your guide meets you and drives through the Bistrica River valley toward the Blue Eye. The road passes through forest and alongside clear water before you reach the parking area. From there, you walk about 12 minutes to the spring itself, or take the optional one-way train ride for a slower, more scenic approach (3€ each way, seasonal). At the Blue Eye, you have free time to swim in the cold water, take photos, grab a coffee, or simply sit by the spring. There's no fixed schedule here. You move at your own pace and walk back to the parking area when you're ready.

The second half of the day heads to Lekursi Castle, timed so you arrive as the sun begins to drop. From one of the highest points above Saranda, the views stretch across the Ionian Sea, the Bistrica River, Lake Butrint, the city below, villages around Corfu, and Ksamil. You watch the sunset from the castle before returning to Saranda.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned vehicle.
• one-way panoramic train ride to the Blue Eye (seasonal, May through October).
• entry to Blue Eye National Park.
• entry to Lekursi Castle.
• English-speaking guide.
• all fees and taxes.

Options for this experience

2 options

Sarandë PickupGuide in English · 13:30 and 14:30Meeting point: OpenTour Albania, Rruga Onhezmi, Saranda 9702, Albania

Ksamil pickupGuide in English · 14:00Meeting point: Simple Lounge, Street Dea, Ksamil 9706, Albania

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 13:30, 14:00 and 14:30Last departure this season: 31 Jan 2027

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (11 to 90 years) · Child (4 to 10 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupUp to 19

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelStroller friendlyNot for pregnant travelersNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Open Tour Albania

Is this one for you?Choose the Saranda departure if you're based in the city center. Pick Ksamil if that's where you're staying. The full-day format fits travelers who want both the spring and the castle views without splitting the experience across two separate bookings.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 10 years); Infant (under 4).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly is the Blue Eye and what can you do there?

The Blue Eye is a natural spring fed by underground water, known for its intense blue color and crystal-clear water. You can swim in it, photograph it, rest on the banks, or have a coffee at a nearby café. There's no set itinerary once you arrive.

Is the train ride included in the tour price, or do I pay extra?

The one-way train ride to the spring is included in your tour, though it operates seasonally from May through October. If you visit November to April, you'll walk the 12 minutes instead. The optional return train ride costs 3€ per person if you choose it.

Can I book this tour if I'm staying in Ksamil instead of Saranda?

Yes. You choose your pickup point at checkout: either Saranda or Ksamil. The tour operates from both locations.

How much time do you spend at Lekursi Castle?

The tour arrives at the castle timed for sunset, so you have the golden hour and the moment the sun touches the horizon. The exact duration depends on the season and how long you stay after sunset before returning to Saranda.

What's included in the tour price?

Entry to both Blue Eye National Park and Lekursi Castle, the one-way train ride to the spring, transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, and a guide who speaks English are all included. Meals and hotel pickup are not.