Butrint & Lekursi Castle Day Trip

Butrint and Lekuresi castle is a destination for history and archeology lovers who can join us to explore these landscapes with our new a/c buses and our knowledgeable guides

The ancient ruins of Butrint lie 18km (11mi) south of Saranda and are a real gem if you have a fascination for the ancient world. The remains are from a variety of periods, spanning 2500 years.

• The park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most important archaeological sites in the country containing different artifacts and structures which date from the Bronze Age up until the 19th century. A number of major monuments are still extant including the city walls, late-antique baptistery, great basilica, theater, and Venetian castles.
• Lekuresi Castle was built in 1537 by the Ottoman emperor Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, when he attacked Corfu and needed control over the harbor and the Saranda-Butrinti road. It offers an amazing view over the town and bay, making this the most popular and iconic viewpoint of Saranda.

Albania is a fascinating country to visit, from north to south, and east to west. It doesn’t really matter if you are traveling alone, with friends, your partner or family – you are guaranteed to have a ton of fun. We as Albatrip, devote ourselves to make your holiday unforgettable!