Santorini Island and Akrotiri Private Tour with Wine Tasting

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Santorini Island and Akrotiri Private Tour with Wine Tasting

Price from
€215
Duration
5 h
Group size
Private tour
Guide languages
English

Overview

Start your experience and make your first stop at the fascinating archeological site of Akrotiri, an ancient Minoan . A Bronze Age settlement that was destroyed and buried by a large volcanic eruption about 3,600 years ago. Many speculate that this dilapidated site is home to the ruins of Atlantis, a mythical city described by the Greeks. (optional choice for professional guide)

The long history of Santorini in wine requires a visit - to one of its traditional wineries including wine tasting.After the visit to the winery we go to admire the Blue Domes of Firostefani. In the last part of the tour we go to Oia, one of the most famous areas of the island to spend some free time walking in the narrow streets and admiring the incomparable view or the amazing sunset.

What's included

Driver/guide
wine tasting 3 local wine
pick up and drop off With luxury mini van
entrance fees for wine museum

Not included

Gratuities ( optional )
Entrance Fees for Archeological Site Akrotiri (20 euro per person)
Cable car tickets for cruise ship travelers (6.00 Euros per person, per ride)
Professional guide at the archeological site of Akrotiri ( we suggest you book this option)

What you will do

Akrotiri Archaeological Site
Begin your experience and make your first stop at the fascinating archaeological site of Akrotiri, an ancient Minoan
Bronze Age settlement that was destroyed and buried by a major volcanic eruption some 3,600 years ago. Stroll
around the semi-crumbled, multi-storied buildings with your archaeology-expert guide, and view the frescoes, pottery
and other relics as you hear how life would have been here centuries ago.
Of particular interest is the ingenious drainage system that testifies to the sophistication of the engineers of the time.
Many speculate that this timeworn site is home to the remains of Atlantis, a mythical city that was described by Greek
philosopher Plato. ( Please noted Entrance fees is 12 euro per person )
1 h
Wine Museum Koutsogiannopoulos
Santorini’s long history of winemaking is evidenced in some of Akrotiri’s remains, providing the perfect cue for your next visit — to one of the island’s traditional wineries and the wine museum, including wine tastings.
1 h 30 min
Firostefani
After the winery visit we go to marvel the Blue Domes of Firostefani, and enjoy some of the most beautiful views of the island.
20 min
Oia
On the final part of the tour we go to Oia, on of the most famous areas of the island to spend some free time walking around the narrow streets and admire the unparallel view or enjoy the amazing sunset.
1 h 30 min

Meeting point

Pickup: Τhe excursion is private the vehicle will pick you up from the point of your choice. Please let us know the point and time you want 12 hours before the start of the tour. For cruise customers the meeting point is at the cable car exit to the top.