Day Trips from Vlore to Gjirokaster

This full-day journey from Vlora offers a perfect combination of natural wonders and cultural discovery. Start your adventure with a peaceful stop at Uji i Ftohtë in Tepelenë, where you’ll enjoy the refreshing alpine spring waters and stunning mountain scenery. Continue to Gjirokastër, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the "Stone City," where charming cobblestone streets, traditional Ottoman-era houses, and a vibrant bazaar await. End your day with a visit to the breathtaking Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër), one of Albania’s most enchanting natural springs, with its crystal-clear, deep turquoise waters surrounded by lush forest. This carefully curated itinerary provides a rich, immersive taste of Albania’s natural beauty, history, and authentic culture — all in one day.