Day Trip
Butrint & Ksamil
A day trip to Butrint National Archaeological Park and Ksamil is one of the best things to do on the Albanian Riviera. You can comfortably do both in one day from Sarandë or even from Albania’s southern coast resorts.
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Stop 1 · Morning
Butrint
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Hellenistic & Roman ruins
Ancient amphitheater
Venetian castle & Byzantine
basilica
Forest and lagoon scenery
Stop 2 · Afternoon
Ksamil
Turquoise water & white sand
beaches
Small islands to swim or paddle
to
Seafood restaurants & beach
clubs
Paddleboards, kayaks & pedal
boats
Suggested itinerary
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Arrive at Butrint
Arrive early before it gets hot and crowded. Spend 2–3 hours exploring the ruins at your own pace.
Bring water
Sunscreen
Comfortable shoes
12:00 – 1:00 PM
Lunch in Ksamil
Head to a waterfront restaurant and try fresh seafood — grilled octopus, mussels, or traditional Albanian dishes.
1:00 – 5:00 PM
Beach & water activities
Explore the most popular waterfront spots, swim to the small islands, or rent water equipment.
Kayaks
Paddleboards
Pedal boats