Santorini Essentials: Half Day Shore Excursion

Travel back in time, as you immerse yourself in the rich and vibrant history of Santorini. Wander amidst ancient ruins and traditional villages, absorbing the stories they tell.

4 hours

Very easy

𓇼°˖ Tour Highlights ˖°𓇼

🧿 Discover Akrotiri, the "Pompeii of the Aegean", a 3,500-year-old village.

🧿 Visit to Megalochori Village, a blend of history and design, and step into a 17th-century cave house.

🧿 Immerse in Oia Village's charm with its winding alleys and breathtaking views.

🧿 Already visited Oia? Dive into the essence of a Cycladic fortress settlement by exploring Pyrgos.


✧⁺₊✮ Full Description ✮⁺₊✧

Santorini is not only offering great sea views, unique landscapes and romantic sunsets, but holds a long tradition and history. 

Explore the "Pompeii of the Aegean", the prehistoric archaeological site of Akrotiri Village, where excavations have unveiled one of the Aegean's most significant prehistoric settlements. Here, you'll tread on the same paths as ancient inhabitants, exploring settlements that have withstood the test of time. Feel the echoes of history as you explore captivating ruins and relics more than 3.500 years old.


Next, explore Megalochori Village. It’s a a fascinating blend of past and present, where traditional cave houses meet modern design elements, all residing in perfect harmony. Venture into a 17th-century cave house and let its rich history and enchanting aura surround you.


Lastly, allow the enchanting beauty of Oia Village to captivate your senses. Meander through a maze of small shops, white-washed houses nestled into the cliffside, blue-domed churches, castle ruins and glimmering marble-stone alleys. Enjoy magnificent views and seize unique photo opportunities at each turn. 


Taken in Oia already, or planning an overnight stay there? We've got a captivating alternative in Pyrgos Village.  Pyrgos - a Fortress Settlement that perfectly encapsulates the Cycladic tradition. Marvel at the balanced contrast of neoclassical mansions and quaint white houses, punctuated by the iconic blue-domed churches.

What's included?

    ✅ Cruise port, accommodation, air port pick-up/drop-off

    ✅ An in-depth, flexible tour with a knowledgeable private driver/guide

    ✅ Insta-worthy tour guarantees stunning photo opportunities at multiple stops

    ✅ Bespoke itinerary, personal tour

    ✅ Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with onboard Wifi

    Exclusions

      ❎ Food & Drinks

      ❎ Entrance fees at Akrotiri (12€ per person)

      ❎ Licenced Archaeologist at Akrotiri 

      ❎ Cable car tickets for cruise ship travelers (on-site)

      Please note

        🟢 Please make sure you provide pick up information details upon booking: Hotel/Airbnb Name, Flight number (if applicable), Cruise ship name (if applicable), Arrival time (if applicable), Traveler phone (while on trip).  If you're staying at an accommodation in Santorini, our meeting point will be the parking area of your hotel at the departure time. For cruise ship travelers, pick-up will be arranged at the exit of the cable car. Your guide will be there waiting for you holding a sign with your name. It's important to note that cruise ships do not dock at Santorini Port; they use small boats, known as 'tender boats', to get you ashore. These boats will bring you to the Old Port of Fira, from where you take the cable car (6€, on-site) to ascend the cliffs and reach the top.

        🟢Skip the cable car? We've got a plan! Let us know and we'll gladly make arrangements for you.

        What to bring

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