Corfu to Albania Day Trip: Full-day Corfu to Saranda & Butrint National Park Boat TripDay trips and Excursions
IONIAN CRUISES
Corfu to Albania Day Trip: Full-day Corfu to Saranda & Butrint National Park Boat Trip Day trips and Excursions
- Corfu, Greece
- €58.00 / person
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About this experience
✔ Health & safety measures apply✔ Best in-class tour
✔ No booking fees
DURATION: 10 hours (Approx.)
BOARDING: 07:45 am
DEPARTURE: 9.00 am
LANGUAGES: English daily, French daily except Wednesday & Friday, German Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Friday, Italian Thursday & Sunday
MEETING POINT: Corfu Main Port (in case of pick-up you must tell us your accommodation during your booking)
OPENING SEASON: May to October
WHO CAN COME: Corfu to Albania day trip is suitable for everyone
Overview
Join a Corfu to Albania day trip and explore this relatively unknown country on a guided tour. Enjoy an unforgettable tour of Saranda city and UNESCO–listed Butrint National Park. Discover Albania with admission fees and lunch included. During your Corfu to Albania day trip, visit Saranda city and delve into thousands of years of Mediterranean history.
Experience Highlights
◾ Explore the rich traditions and hospitality of Albania, a hidden gem in the Balkans.◾Visit the UNESCO-listed site of Butrint, featuring impressive remnants of Greek and Roman history.
◾Enjoy a picturesque journey across the Ionian Sea, with stunning views of the coastline and charming villages along the way.
About this Experience
✔ Health & safety measures apply✔ Best in-class tour
✔ No booking fees
DURATION: 10 hours (Approx.)
BOARDING: 07:45 am
DEPARTURE: 9.00 am
LANGUAGES: English daily, French daily except Wednesday & Friday, German Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Friday, Italian Thursday & Sunday
MEETING POINT: Corfu Main Port (in case of pick-up you must tell us your accommodation during your booking)
OPENING SEASON: May to October
WHO CAN COME: Corfu to Albania day trip is suitable for everyone
Description - What to expect
Board your boat and embark on a Corfu to Albania day trip to discover this enigmatic and mostly unknown Balkan country from Corfu. Sail for 1.15 hours to the port city of Agioi Saranda for a 20-kilometer guided bus tour of the southern coast and its virgin shores and islands.Continue winding through small villages and endless fertile plains to arrive at a great lake and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Butrint, where archaeologists have partly uncovered the ancient Greek city of Buthrotum only recently under layers of silt and vegetation.
Visit the Venetian tower and see the remains of the theatre and the Temple of Asclepius. Admire the ruins of the ancient gymnasium and Roman baths and inspect the invaluable mosaic floor in the Roman baptistery.
Feel like a time traveler as you explore the Cyclopean walls and admire panoramic views of the lake and plains from the top of the hill. After sightseeing, return to Agioi Saranda for lunch, and then a walking tour before your day trip to Albania come to an end and cruise back to Corfu.
Corfu to Albania day trip Itinerary
07:45 Boarding and on-board check-in
09:00Departure from the main Port of Corfu
10:45 Arrival at the main Port of Albania (Saranda). Passport control and coach boarding
11:00 Departure from the port to a restaurant with a sea view in the city of Saranda. Short break for coffee, money exchange, WC
11:50 Departure from the restaurant
12:20 Arrival at the archaeological area of Butrint. The tour lasts between 90-110 minutes. There is a small bar/ kiosk at the entrance to the site. Public bathroom facilities are available at the end of the tour in the Venetian Castle on Acropolis Hill
14:10 Departure from Butrint
14:40 Arrival at the same restaurant in Saranda for a buffet-style lunch
15:45 Departure from the restaurant
16:00 Free time to stroll around the city
17:25 Coach boarding and departure from the Saranda city center
17:35 Arrival at the Port of Saranda. Passport control, boarding
17:45 Departure from the Port of Saranda
19.00 Arrival at the main Port of Corfu. Disembarkation and passport control
What's included, what's not
✔ Entry tickets to the ancient city of Butrint✔ Entry tickets to the archaeological museum in the Venetian castle
✔ Bus tour with a professional guide
✔ Buffet lunch at a restaurant in Saranda
✔ Option for duty-free shopping at the port
✖ Personal expenses at the bar on the boat
✖ Port taxes (15€)
✖ Drinks at the restaurant during lunch
✖ Optional round-trip transport from your Corfu hotel
Reasons to choose this experience
Here are five reasons to choose the Corfu to Albania day trip:◾Discover the lesser-known beauty of Albania, exploring the rich history and culture of this enigmatic Balkan country just a short boat ride from Corfu.
◾Visit Butrint, an ancient Greek city with remarkable archaeological sites, including the Venetian tower, theater, and stunning mosaics, providing a fascinating glimpse into the past.
◾Enjoy a picturesque bus tour along the southern coast, winding through charming villages and fertile plains, allowing you to soak in the natural beauty of Albania.
◾Experience breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Butrint and the surrounding landscapes as you explore the ancient ruins and Cyclopean walls.
◾Savor a delicious lunch in Agioi Saranda, immersing yourself in local flavors and hospitality before returning to Corfu, making for a well-rounded cultural adventure.
Free Cancellation
Free cancellation is available for this Corfu to Albania day trip for up to 48 hours before the start of the experienceWhat makes this experience unique?
◾The Corfu to Albania day trip provides a rare opportunity to explore Albania, a largely undiscovered gem in the Balkans, allowing travelers to engage with its unique culture, traditions, and hospitality.◾Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Butrint offers a deep dive into ancient history, with well-preserved ruins that highlight the legacy of Greek and Roman civilizations, making it a significant archaeological experience.
◾The combination of a picturesque boat ride from Corfu and a guided bus tour through stunning landscapes and charming villages ensures a diverse and visually captivating adventure, enhancing the overall experience.
Bring with you
For this Corfu to Albania day trip please bring with you sunscreen, a hat, and wear comfortable clothes and shoesGood to know - practical information
◾ Hotel pick-up is offered for this Corfu to Albania day trip on request (6 euro p/p). If you have chosen pickup, you will be informed via e-mail of your pickup time and location. Please check both your inbox and your spam box◾ Please be at the port at least 40 minutes before the scheduled boat departure time if you have not booked a pick-up and coach transfer
◾ The departure time is subject to slight change according to local traffic conditions
◾ Parking is available at the port in Corfu Town for €3 for 24 hours
◾ On-board facilities: 2 open decks with seated viewing areas, air-conditioned main hall, TV, DVD player, music system, self-service bar, toilets, showers, cabins, and changing areas
◾ The bar offers a variety of coffees, alcoholic beverages, refreshments, juices, toast, sandwiches, pizzas, croissants and several other snacks
◾ Duty-Free is available at the Port of Corfu. (Please pay attention to restrictions listed at the Customs Office at the Port of Corfu regarding goods declaration)
◾ Passport details of all participants are required at the time of booking (at least one day before the trip)
◾ For citizens of an EU country, a valid ID card or a valid passport is required on the day of travel
◾ Citizens of a non-European country subject to visa obligation in the Schengen zone need a valid passport and a residence permit or visa of the country belonging to the Schengen zone
◾ Citizens of a non-European country subject to visa obligation in the Schengen zone need a valid passport and multi-visa if they wish to travel from Greece to Albania and return
◾ Children under the age of 18 are not accepted on board without being accompanied by two parents or an adult person
◾ In case Children are accompanied only by one parent, the other parent must have signed a written authorization
Health and safety
✔ Provider complies with local legislation and applicable health recommendations with regard to Covid-19 prevention measuresDescription - What to expect
Board your boat and embark on a Corfu to Albania day trip to discover this enigmatic and mostly unknown Balkan country from Corfu. Sail for 1.15 hours to the port city of Agioi Saranda for a 20-kilometer guided bus tour of the southern coast and its virgin shores and islands.Continue winding through small villages and endless fertile plains to arrive at a great lake and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Butrint, where archaeologists have partly uncovered the ancient Greek city of Buthrotum only recently under layers of silt and vegetation.
Visit the Venetian tower and see the remains of the theatre and the Temple of Asclepius. Admire the ruins of the ancient gymnasium and Roman baths and inspect the invaluable mosaic floor in the Roman baptistery.
Feel like a time traveler as you explore the Cyclopean walls and admire panoramic views of the lake and plains from the top of the hill. After sightseeing, return to Agioi Saranda for lunch, and then a walking tour before your day trip to Albania come to an end and cruise back to Corfu.
Corfu to Albania day trip Itinerary
07:45 Boarding and on-board check-in
09:00Departure from the main Port of Corfu
10:45 Arrival at the main Port of Albania (Saranda). Passport control and coach boarding
11:00 Departure from the port to a restaurant with a sea view in the city of Saranda. Short break for coffee, money exchange, WC
11:50 Departure from the restaurant
12:20 Arrival at the archaeological area of Butrint. The tour lasts between 90-110 minutes. There is a small bar/ kiosk at the entrance to the site. Public bathroom facilities are available at the end of the tour in the Venetian Castle on Acropolis Hill
14:10 Departure from Butrint
14:40 Arrival at the same restaurant in Saranda for a buffet-style lunch
15:45 Departure from the restaurant
16:00 Free time to stroll around the city
17:25 Coach boarding and departure from the Saranda city center
17:35 Arrival at the Port of Saranda. Passport control, boarding
17:45 Departure from the Port of Saranda
19.00 Arrival at the main Port of Corfu. Disembarkation and passport control
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