Albania is handy drive up the road from Parga. This often-overlooked country was closed to outsiders for decades and it's only now really beginning to flex its tourist muscles. On this full day excursion, you'll visit the ruins of ancient Butrint and enjoy free time in the coastal town of Saranda.
The adventure kicks off with a guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Butrint. Everyone from the Greeks to Romans to Ottomans left their mark on this ancient town. Walking through its ruins is like leafing through the pages of a living history book. Highlights include the amphitheatre and temple.
Located in a wooded headland, the site also boasts a Venetian tower and a Venetian hillfort, from which there are great views over Butrint National Park and the surrounding wetlands. Afterwards, you'll head to Saranda, where you'll have free time to explore the Albanian Riviera's top resort.
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