- Lekuresi Castle - On this tour we will drive up to (and explore) The Fortress of Lekuresi, believed to have been built in 1537, when Sultan Sulejmani attacked Corfu.
The castle is located within the ruins of Lekuresi village, on the top of the hill, above the city of Saranda. It really is a strategic position where you can see the entire bay of Saranda, the road that leads to Butrint and the islands of Ksamil. In addition, you can also see the Island of Corfu.
We will also visit the V-VI Synagogue Complex, located within the castle on its eastern side - that in the final phase, the Jewish cult complex was transformed into a Christian cult building: the Paleochristian Basilica.
- Saranda Embankment - We will visit the Monument: The Incoming Gate of Onhezmi;
the Albanian Numismatic Exhibition; the Archaeological Museum;
The Museum of Heritage, the Art Gallery and the Orthodox Church
- Live Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Join us as we discover Saranda, a city with a rich history spanning over 2000 years, also referred to as Onhezmi.
Located on Albania’s southern shoreline, Saranda boasts a wealth of unique elements of both Albanian and European culture, as well as archaeological treasures.
Our excursion will take us to several noteworthy locations such as Onhezmi’s Incoming Gate (a monument); an Archaeological Museum; The Museum of Heritage; an Art Gallery; The Orthodox Church; The Lekuresi Castle and The V-VI Synagogue Complex (housed within the Castle).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
