North Santorini: Private Tour with Oia Sunset & Wine Tasting
ID: GYG92298-130089
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
The Sunset North Tour is a great way to begin an evening on Santorini. Visit some of the island’s most picturesque villages, head to the highest peak for spectacular views and see a magical sunset in Oia. You’ll have a chance to taste local wines as well.
During this 4-hour excursion you’ll visit the most picturesque villages on Santorini. Head to the peak of Prophet Elias, Santorini highest mountain, standing 2,000 feet (600 meters) above the sea. Marvel at the island vistas and then follow your guide inside the ornate Greek Christian monastery perched at the summit.
On this tour that’s priced for a group of up to 4 persons you’ll taste rare wine varieties at the traditional Venetsanos winery. Viniculture is an ancient art in Santorini, unique due to the island’s volcanic soil. Learn the secrets of winemaking and enjoy the tastes of local wines.
Enjoy a short stop in Firostefani to see the famous Blue Dome Church, the subject of so many of Santorini’s postcards. Visit the village of Imerovigli for spectacular views of the caldera. See Skaros, a grand rock that’s a remnant of the most important castle.
Visit breathtaking Oia village, known as a gathering place for artists, who are inspired by the beauty of the landscapes and the magnificent sunsets. Enjoy the stunning views of the caldera, where many dwellings are built into niches of the volcanic rock. You’ll also have a panoramic view of the rest of Santorini and the Aegean Sea.
After enjoying the sunset, you’ll board the minivan for the ride back to the starting point of the tour.
Highlights
- Head up to the peak of Santorini’s highest mountain for sweeping island views
- Visit a traditional winery and taste fine local wines
- Enjoy a magnificent sunset from picturesque Oia village
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, a hat and a camera
• No-shows forfeit 100 percent of the tour cost
• Please be at the meeting point 5-10 minutes prior to the start of the tour
• Time for this tour is flexible if we have availability.
• The tour offered is private, for groups of 2 up to 18 person
• If you are coming on Santorini from Athens on a day-trip, the tour can offer you a complimentary airport and port pick-up and drop-off service upon request
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
At your hotel, private villa, port, or airport
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
