About The Port Of Sarande
Set on a curving bay in southern Albania, Sarande has grown from a quiet fishing village into a lively coastal town without losing its easy, sun-washed charm. A palm-lined promenade traces the shore past pebbled beaches, cafes, and low white buildings climbing the hillside behind the harbor. Among the town's historic layers are the remains of an ancient synagogue dating to the fifth or sixth century, its mosaic floors offering a glimpse of the varied communities that once settled here.
The old center and waterfront are within easy walking distance of the port, making it simple to explore independently before or after any excursion further afield. Sarande also serves as a convenient gateway to nearby archaeological and coastal sites in southern Albania, rewarding those who venture beyond the harbor with layers of Greek, Roman, and Ottoman history set against the deep blue of the Ionian Sea.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Sarande.
Explore the Ruins of Butrint
This UNESCO World Heritage site holds layers of Greek, Roman, and Byzantine ruins set amid wetlands about 30 minutes south of town; a guided excursion is the easiest way to see it well.
Stroll the Seaside Promenade
Walk the palm-lined waterfront past cafes and pebbled beaches for an easy, independent taste of local life just steps from the harbor.
Day Trip to Blue Eye Spring
This striking natural spring, with water swirling in shades of turquoise, sits inland amid forest about an hour's drive from Sarande and makes a refreshing half-day outing.
Last Minute Cruise Deals From Sarande
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 2026 | Seabourn | Seabourn Quest | 7 | $4,499 | ||
| Oct 25, 2026 | Seabourn | Seabourn Quest | 7 | $4,199 | ||
| Oct 29, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora II | 21 | $19,535 | ||
| Nov 9, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora II | 10 | $9,525 | ||
| Nov 9, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora II | 20 | $15,960 | ||
| Nov 9, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora II | 10 | $9,525 | ||
| Nov 9, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora II | 20 | $19,390 | ||
| Nov 15, 2026 | Explora Journeys | Explora II | 4 | $2,060 | ||
| Apr 13, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Shadow | 24 | $14,400 | ||
| Apr 23, 2027 | Holland America | Oosterdam | 22 | $5,454 | ||
| Apr 25, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Shadow | 12 | $7,600 | ||
| May 4, 2027 | Holland America | Oosterdam | 11 | $2,309 | ||
| May 4, 2027 | Holland America | Oosterdam | 21 | $3,909 | ||
| May 5, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Sirena | 10 | $3,060 | ||
| May 29, 2027 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Azzurra | 14 | $25,028 | ||
| Jun 5, 2027 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Azzurra | 7 | $14,600 | ||
| Jun 12, 2027 | Silversea | Silver Shadow | 12 | $7,500 | ||
| Jun 20, 2027 | Virgin Voyages | Scarlet Lady | 7 | $1,603 | ||
| Jun 26, 2027 | Emerald Yachts | Emerald Azzurra | 11 | $9,613 | ||
| Jun 30, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Sirena | 9 | $2,925 |
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