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Santorini Traditional Villages & Wine Experience

From $370 • 5 hours • iGoHellas • Akrotiri, Emporio, Greece • Pickup available • Free until 1 day before

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Why we love it?

The Santorini Traditional Villages & Wine Experience is a 5-hour tour that offers an immersive exploration of the island's rich culture and viticulture. Participants will visit the charming villages of Akrotiri and Emporio, where they can admire traditional architecture and local life. The tour is particularly suited for wine enthusiasts and travelers looking to delve into the island's winemaking heritage, featuring a visit to a local winery for tastings of Santorini's unique wines. With private transportation and an English-speaking driver-guide, guests can enjoy a comfortable and informative experience as they discover the distinctive character of Santorini's villages and vineyards.

Inclusions

Hotel or cruise port pickup (meeting point for cruise travelers is at the top of the cable car)Wine Tour in a Local WInery
English Private driver - guidePrivate Transportation by air-conditioned vehicleBottled Mineral WaterLive commentary and information

Exclusions

Lunch or Refreshments
Cable car tickets for cruise passengers (€ 6 per person / each way)
Gratuities

Itinerary

Step 1

Walk through winding alleys lined with whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches, and bougainvillea. Vsit the top of the castle ruins for breathtaking panoramic views of the caldera, surrounding vineyards, and Aegean Sea. Optionally, enjoy a Greek coffee or sweet baklava at a local café overlooking the scenery.

Step 2

Get a glimpse into Santorini’s rich heritage. Known for its traditional Cycladic architecture, Megalochori features historic mansions, charming bell towers, and whitewashed houses with intricate details. Discover hidden gems like the old cave house and underground passageways once used by locals to evade pirate attacks. The village’s vibrant bougainvillea and rustic doorways provide stunning photo opportunities, making it a memorable stop on your journey.

Step 3

Explore the Kasteli Fortress, a 15th-century Venetian stronghold, and admire traditional windmills offering sweeping countryside views. Capture stunning photos of Cycladic architecture and witness the charm of daily village life in this timeless setting.

Step 4

Enrich your historical knowledge of the island by visiting the Akrotiri Archaeological Site, which has been characterized as one of the most significant prehistoric settlements of the Aegean.

Please Note

Stroller or pram accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
We pick-up guests from all hotels and Airbnbs in Santorini. If hotel is inaccessible by car due to restrictions, pickup will be held from a nearby location withing short walking distance.
Cruise ship travelers: Meeting point is the top of the cable car. Your driver - guide will hold a name board with travelers name on.
Airport travelers: Pick-up and drop-off is possible from Santorini National Airport at no extra cost.