Santorini: 6 to 8-Hour Private Tour
ID: GYG193682-300647
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore the authentic side Santorini island on a 6 to 8-hour private sightseeing tour. Cruise around the island in a private luxury Mercedes minibus, visiting the most interesting and beautiful parts.
Your private tour starts from the northern part of Santorini island, where the spectacular villages of Oia, Firostefani and Imerovigli are located. You will experience the endless panoramic views of Caldera, Thirasia Island and the volcanic islands of Palea and Nea Kameni, and will also have the opportunity to take pictures of the typical white houses and blue domed churches.
You will have the chance to visit the wine museum Koutsogiannopoulos, which is located within a natural cave. It is 8 meters below ground, 300 meter long and has a labyrinth-like shape. The wine museum presents the history of wine and the life of vine-growers in Santorini from 1660 to 1970. Here, visitors can learn about the history of wine, and at the end you will also be presented with the opportunity to taste a variety of 4 famous local wines.
You will then make your way to the top of Prophet Ilias mountain, 1500 feet above sea level and with 360 degree views of the island and the Aegean Sea. Later on you will head towards the traditional settlement of Megalochori, where you can explore it walking through the traditional alleys and seeing the local houses and architecture. Your last 2 stops will be in the unique Red Beach which is full of red iron volcanic lava rocks. It is home to the famous 4-kilometer long black sand beach.
Highlights
- See endless panoramic views of Caldera in Oia, Imerovigli, and Firostefani
- Visit the archeological ruins of the Akrotiri village
- Explore the traditional settlement of Megalochori
- Soak up 360 degree views of Prophet Elias mountain
- Enjoy wine tasting at Koutsogiannopoulos Wine Museum
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, a hat and a camera
• You have the flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences
• The tour does not include food
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Please provide your pickup point and time in advance (hotel name or Airbnb, flight number, or ferry name). You must also inform the local supplier if you are arriving by cruise ship, and the driver will be waiting for you at the exit of the cable car.
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.
