Explore the cultural legacy of southern Albania with a journey to Butrint Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most important ancient cities on the Illyrian coast. Originally a Greek colony and later a thriving Roman port, Butrint was continuously inhabited from the 7th century BC until the 18th century.
Walk among the excavated ruins, including the 6th-century baptistery adorned with intricate mosaics, and discover the site's significance to the Chelonians through ongoing archaeological research.
Continue to the Mesopotamian Monastery, a fortified Byzantine church built in the 12th century and dedicated to Saint Nicolas. While the interior remains under restoration, you’ll have time to admire and photograph its historic exterior, reconstructed in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Conclude the experience with a lunch featuring local Albanian delicacies, then begin the return journey to Sarandë.
Important Notes:
- Meeting Point: Your guide will meet you at the cruise port, holding a personalized sign with your name and our company logo for easy recognition.
- Walking Duration: Approximately two hours over stairs, inclines, and uneven terrain
- Accessibility: Not suitable for guests using wheelchairs or with mobility limitations
- What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, hat, water bottle, sunscreen
- Weather Advisory: Terrain may be slippery in wet conditions; dress accordingly
- Cancellation Policy Guests cancelling more than 5 days before the tour date will receive a full refund, with payment processing fees deducted. Cancellations made within 5 days of the tour date are non‑refundable.