National Park of Blue Eye + Fortress of Lekuresi Tour
National Park of Blue Eye + Lekuresi Castle Tour
We'll meet at Toena bookshop at 9 am, then we'll board a bus to take us to the Blue Eye lagoon in Albania. This stunning site of natural beauty has been declared a protected Natural Monument.
Once we reach our destination we’ll explore this beautiful area, you’ll be able to see Mali i Gjërë Mountain and the natural freshwater spring. The so-called Blue Eye spring is the largest and most impressive among the 18 freshwater springs in Mali i Gjere area. It got its name as it looks like a big blue eye, with spectacular shades of dark and light blue within. The spring is an impressive 50 metres (164 feet) deep and is surrounded by lush green vegetation.
We’ll also visit the ruins of Lekuresi Castle, whose origins are believed to date back to 1537 when Sultan Sulejmani commonly known as Suleiman the Magnificent, and the tenth and longest-reigning Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, attacked Corfu. The castle is located within the ruins of Lekuresi village, on the top of the hill, above the city of Saranda. Its strategic location gives incredible views of the whole bay of Saranda. From this spot, you can also see the road that leads to Butrint and the islands of Ksamil and the Island of Corfu.
Finally, we'll make our way back to the meeting point.
More Information
Duration
3 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a tour assistant that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
Transport by air–conditioned vehicle
English–speaking guide
Entry to the Blue Eye Lagoon and Lekuresi Castle
Not included
Food and drink
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The show represents local culture.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Tea Tours
Corporate name: Rudina Licaj
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Librari Toena (Bookstore & Souvenirs)
