ALBANIAN ADVENTURE

For the more adventurous who wish to enjoy a different experience, the following one day cruise to the fascinating country of Albania is an offer not to be missed!

After our departure from the port of Corfu we travel along the Albanian shores and we will approach the port of Agios Saranda city. Please note Albania is one hour behind Corfu time to please adjust your watches so you don’t miss the boat back! Once our passengers are checked the local tourist guide will introduce you to the ancient city of Agios Saranda.

After a brief stop at a bar/restaurant for refreshments and a chance to exchange Euros or any other currency to Albanian Leke, (1 Euro = 110 Leke approx) or buy souvenirs from the locals, you then have the choice to stay and shop in Ag Saranda, or join the coach once more for the guided excursion of Butrint.

 An additional guided tour is available for those who wish to enjoy a 20km tour by coach of the south coast with its virgin shores and scattered islands.

This extra excursion to Butrinti costs 19 Euros per person and includes a return coach transfer from Agios Saranda port to Butrinti, the entrance to archaeological monuments, a guided tour in English and German that will last about 1 hour 20 minutes on foot, the entrance fee to the Museum and a local lunch! (The above excursion is included in the below fee of 69 Euros and is recommended to pre book as there are limited spaces on the coach)

Moving on from the mainland we pass small picturesque villages, endless fertile plains leading to a great lake.

The highlight of your day will be the excursion to Butrint – designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage site in 1997. Over the centuries, the ancient town had disappeared under layers of silt and vegetation – but archaeologists have uncovered one of the best remains of a working town in the Mediterranean. At the edge of the lake where the ancient city of Vouthrota is situated, with its well maintained archaeological monuments and ancient theatre, the visitor is taken 2500 years back in time to the 3rd century A.D.

 The ancient gymnasium, the Roman ablutions, the ancient temple with the priceless mosaic floor and the enormous stone walls will take you back to a time not known to man.

Upon reaching the top of the hill lies the castle of Ali Pasha, an oddment of the Ottoman Empire, from this position we have a panoramic view of the Ancient City, the lake and the vast plains, a breathtaking sight.

 Upon our return to the city of Agios Saranda lunch is served. The afternoon allows for a tour of the town, until our departure from the land caught in time.

Items needed:-

Passport or identity card
Camera or video camera
Sunglasses
Hat
Comfortable shoes
Small bottle of water to carry with you for the tour to the archeological monuments.
Duty free is available
Money to buy gifts

Departing every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday,  Saturday and Sunday from Corfu!

Only 69 Euros per adult including return coach transfer, lunch, excursion to Butrint and port tax!
Children half price (aged 5 – 12), 12+ = full adult fare.

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