This tour offers an immersive journey through Santorini’s most charming traditional villages, paired with an exploration of the ancient Akrotiri Excavations. Ideal for those seeking a blend of culture, history, and archaeological discovery, this itinerary captures the essence of the island in just a few hours.
Santorini Traditional Villages and Akrotiri Excavations
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About This Tour
Inclusions
- Hotel or cruise port pickup (meeting point for cruise travelers is at the top of the cable car)
- English Private driver - guide
- Private Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled Mineral Water
- Live commentary and information
Exclusions
- Lunch or Refreshments
- Cable car tickets for cruise passengers (€ 6 per person / each way)
- Gratuities
- Tip or gratuity
Tour Plan
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Stage 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.
Stage 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.
Stage 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.
Stage 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.
Meeting / Pickup
Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.
Know Before You Go
- Stroller / pram accessible
- Public transportation nearby
- Infant seats available
Please Note
- 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.
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