Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
This 4 hour private tour will take you on a journey to discover the history of Santorini. Known for its beauty, the important history of Santorini is often overlooked. This tour will enlighten you with the rich history of the island, with the chance to explore the fantastic preserved prehistoric ruins of Akrotiri. You will have the chance to walk through the 4,000-year-old site, one of the most significant prehistoric settlements of the Aegean. You will have the opportunity to see how the old inhabitants of Akrotiri lived, and take a look at the unique paintings. End your tour with a trip to two local wineries of your choice, and sample 12 different wine styles paired with cheese and other snacks. You will also visit some of Santorini’s hidden gems of the island during the tour.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Akrotiri Archaeological Site
A chance to enrich your historical knowledge of the island, we will visit the Akrotiri Archaeological Site, which has been characterised as one of the most significant prehistoric settlements of the Aegean Sea. Your private local archaeological guide will walk you through the historical ruins, you will learn about the rich history of Akrotiri, which is often referred to as “Pompeii of the Aegean”.
Santorini
Visit 2 local wineries: At this point you have the option to visit two local wineries of your choice, a taste of Santorini through wine. You can choose from a selection of local wineries with different qualities, the local driver will be able to help you decide the perfect winery of your desires. The wine tasting will provide you with a selection of 12 different wines. You will receive wine tasting tips from your English speaking wine expert and you will have the opportunity to walk through vineyards on the volcanic soils and discover the local techniques.
Options
Historical and Wine Tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
English fluent speaking local driver
Round-trip transportation
Wine Tasting
Basic travel insurance
Water provided
Akrotiri Archaeological Site Entrance Fees
Hotel, cruise port, or airport pick up and drop off
Lunch, refreshments
Cruise ship passengers – Cable car tickets are: (€ 6 per person / each way)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesomeness!
Lorena L,Jul 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I must start with our awesome tour guide, Babas. His is hospitable, professional, very knowledgeable of the island and its history, and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. A plus is that he's from Santorini and was able to offer more insight that others may not be able to do. The vehicle was very clean and well maintained and has a refrigerator with cold water. Definitely a plus!. We were able to make slight adjustments to our activities, which made our day even more enjoyable Thank you!
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Operated by Simply Santorini Tours