Private tour in Sarande Ari H
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You’ve been searching for the best local guide and you just found the right one. Hi there, I’m Ari, founder of Local Tours Albania. I was born and raised in the South of Albania and have lived here most of my life. I’m a natural local guide with a deep passion for welcoming travelers and showing them the real Albania beyond headlines and stereotypes. I worked for 7 years in hospitality and tourism where I developed a strong sense of hospitality, service standards, and attention to detail. Alongside this, I pursued my academic path in Agri-Environmental Engineering, which strengthened my connection to nature and sustainable tourism. I truly believe the world is full of hidden gems and many of them are right here in my beautiful country. My goal is not just to guide you, but to help you experience Albania the way I see and feel it. Many travelers arrive with mixed impressions about Albania. Some still imagine it as a closed communist country. In reality, Albania today is vibrant, welcoming, safe, and full of warmth. Albanians are respectful, friendly, and incredibly proud of their heritage. Politics and media rarely show the full picture, but once you visit, you will see it for yourself. I strongly believe tourism is the best way to understand the authentic life of a country and its people. Through our journeys together, you will discover not only landscapes and monuments, but traditions, flavors, stories, and genuine human connection. -About My Tours The experiences I offer combine: Breathtaking landscapes and hidden spots Authentic food and local traditions Culture, history, and real-life Albania Fun, flexibility, and comfort My mission is simple: To make you feel at home and to turn your holiday into an unforgettable memory. At Local Tours Albania, we specialize in tailor-made tours designed around your interests, pace, preferences, and travel style. Whether you prefer relaxed exploration, adventure, cultural immersion, or a balanced combination. Every itinerary is customized specifically for you. I continuously invest in improving my services and developing sustainable, green tourism experiences, a growing and important sector in Albania. Each year I add new features and activities to make my tours more unique and meaningful. -Safety & Comfort Some travelers worry about driving conditions in Albania. You can relax, I am an experienced and confident driver, and your safety is always my priority (Btw, I've learnt driving when I was 10 yo) . From the beginning to the end of your journey, you are in safe hands. -A Bit More About Me • Graduated in Agri-Environmental Engineering • Environmental enthusiast • Awarded in History & Art during high school • Driving License – Class B • No guiding restrictions — full range of experiences offered. "At the end of the day, memories are what remain." So let’s make yours unforgettable. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I hope you found yourself somewhere in this description — and I look forward to welcoming you to Albania. Make your days in Albania truly awesome. Ari Founder – Local Tours Albania
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I was born and grew up in this lovely city and I love to show you the best part of it. There are many things to do in Sarandë but this tour gives you the opportunity to see the most attractive spots around the city such as Blue Eye, Ksamil, Lekursi castle and Butrinti National Park, where we will get 3000 years back in time and hear a lot. Some other people say that Butrinti was built by people of Troy after they left their country because of the war. There are always things to do in Sarande. This tour is the right one for those people who choose to spend their holidays in the Summer and want to visit most of highlights. I will tell you a story about Saranda - "once upon a time this city was called Onhezmus, there was a monastery on top of the hill in Saranda and 40 saints used to live there. When the war began those saint did never abandon their place, so they were killed and the city took their name, the forty (Saranda from old greek language)". We have a lot to see around this place, I will show you.
•I'll pick you up at your accommodation in Sarande and we will start our journey with Butrinti National Park, a very interesting archeological city, built due to roman empire and discovered by the Italian archeologist Luigi M. Ugolini. •Ksamil will be our next stop after Buthrotum. It is most known for the crystal clear water of the sea and the beautiful islands. •Next place to visit is Blue Eye, a natural monument where we will walk up to 25 minutes and enjoy the nature of it. •Lekursi castle. An ottoman structure build on top of a hill im Saranda with a very beautiful view. •Saranda will be the last place that I will show you during the tour, then will drop you off at your place. A the end I will drop you off at your place or where you'd like to. I also offer customized tours based on your interests. Do not hesitate to message me for any question or proposal you may have.
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My Nissan Xtrail 2002 model with A/C is the perfect vehicle to make the tour comfortable for up to 3 travelers. If your group is larger than 3 people, please let me know so I can customize this tour for you and get prepared to have a larger and comfortable car.
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: The Tour starts from Sarande or Ksamil. For the pick up locations out of these cities there is an extra cost for the transportation.
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