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From Gjirokastër: Guided Cycle Tour to Sarandë with Transfer
FROM € 150PER PERSON
10 hoursPrivate groupEnglish-speaking guide~55 km, moderate to challenging
Cycle from Gjirokastër to Sarandë with a support vehicle. Conquer the Muzina Pass, cool off at the Blue Eye spring, enjoy a seafood lunch and beach time in Sarandë, then ride back in comfort by transfer.
Booking: a 50% non-refundable deposit by bank transfer confirms your booking. We send the bank details on WhatsApp after you contact us.
The ride
- Bike fitting and safety briefing in Gjirokastër, then ride through the Drino Valley.
- Climb the Muzina Pass, a rewarding ride from alpine to coastal landscapes.
- Stop at the Blue Eye, Albania’s turquoise natural spring, and cool off.
- Downhill ride to the coast with a photo stop at Lëkurësi Castle, with panoramic views over Sarandë, Corfu and the Ionian Coast.
- Stroll along Sarandë’s seaside promenade and enjoy a seafood lunch.
- Transfer for you and your bike back to Gjirokastër (or an optional stay in Sarandë).
Included
- Premium mountain bike or e-bike rental with helmet and repair kit
- Support vehicle (sweeper van) for luggage, water refills and tired legs
- Professional English-speaking cycling guide
- Entrance ticket to the Blue Eye Natural Park
- Return transport for riders and bikes to Gjirokastër
Not included
- Meals and drinks (seaside lunch, snacks, personal beverages)
- Optional e-bike upgrade fee
- Lëkurësi Castle entrance and drinks
- Tips for guide and driver
- Personal travel insurance
Along the route
Meeting point
Gjirokastër, Albania
What to bring
Swimwear, sunscreen, water and cycling clothing.
About 55 km on paved roads with rolling hills and one major pass (about 600 m of climbing). The e-bike upgrade is strongly recommended for casual riders. Not suitable for people with mobility impairments, low fitness or who cannot ride a bike.
Foto: Pudelek (Marcin Szala) / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0
