Private Saranda Walking Tour: Lekuresi Castle & Embankment

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. This four‑hour private tour shows Saranda’s layered history. Ride up to Lekuresi Castle, a 1537 fortress built during Sultan Sulejmani’s campaign against Corfu. Walk along thick walls, feel warm stone and gaze at the bay, Butrint route and the island of Corfu. Explore the V‑VI Synagogue complex inside the castle, learning how it transitioned from Jewish to Christian use. Down on the embankment, stroll past the Monument of the Incoming Gate of Onhezmi and feel sea spray on your face. Visit the Archaeological and Heritage Museums, Art Gallery and Orthodox Church with your guide’s stories connecting art, faith and politics.

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Highlights

  • Climb 16th‑century Lekuresi Castle and enjoy sweeping bay views
  • See the Synagogue complex with its layered religious history
  • Walk along the embankment past monuments and sea spray
  • Explore museums and an Orthodox Church with local insights
  • Private tour with a local guide.

Included

  • Professional local tour guide
  • Private guide and driver
  • Air‑conditioned vehicle

Excluded

  • Meals and drinks
  • Entry to Archaeological Museum ($5) and Lekuresi Castle ($2)

Route & Duration

Duration
Duration
4 hours
  • 1

    Drive to Lekuresi Castle

    Journey through silvery olive groves as the warm Mediterranean breeze fills the air, offering your first glimpse of the sparkling Ionian coast.

    15 minutes
    Free Admission
  • 2

    Lekuresi Castle

    Step onto the ancient ramparts of this 16th-century fortress and let your gaze sweep across Sarandë Bay and the distant island of Corfu. Feel history beneath your feet where soldiers once stood watch over the sea.

    45 minutes
    Admission ticket not included $2
  • 3

    Synagogue complex

    Wander among the quiet ruins of the ancient synagogue, where mosaics and stones tell stories of faith, resilience, and the cultural crossroads of the Mediterranean.

    20 minutes
    Free Admission
  • 4

    Travel to embankment

    Enjoy a scenic coastal drive framed by turquoise waters and hillside homes glowing in the sun.

    15 minutes
    Free Admission
  • 5

    Embankment & Monument

    Stroll along the lively seafront, where waves lap against the shore and the Monument of Onhezmi stands proudly — a reminder of the city’s ancient roots and maritime spirit.

    30 minutes
    Free Admission
  • 6

    Archaeological Museum

    Step inside to uncover relics of Greek and Roman times — marble statues, pottery, and coins that bring Sarandë’s layered history vividly to life.

    30 minutes
    Admission ticket not included $5
  • 7

    Heritage Museum & Art Gallery

    Discover Albania’s creative soul through traditional textiles, intricate woodwork, and expressive paintings that celebrate local culture and craft.

    30 minutes
    Free Admission
  • 8

    Orthodox Church

    Light a candle beneath the soft glow of frescoes and feel a moment of peace surrounded by centuries-old devotion and artistry.

    20 minutes
    Free Admission
  • 9

    Return

    Drive back along the glittering waterfront as the sun dips low, casting golden reflections across the bay.

    15 minutes
    Free Admission

Additional Information

Private tour only for your group.

Meeting Point

Your guide collects you from your hotel or cruise terminal. See Map

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.