Santorini: History & Wine Trails Tour Santorini: Half-Day History & Wine Trails Group Tour
ID: GYG27881-31936
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Explore the myths and legends of Santorini on a history tour of the Akrotiri excavations, one of the most important prehistoric settlements of the Aegean. Then, taste delicious volcanic wines at 3 traditional island wineries.
Uncover the myths of Santorini on a guided tour of the Akrotiri excavations, a prehistoric Bronze Age city, frozen in time by ash that fell during the Minoan volcanic eruption some 3,600 years ago. Some speculate that this is the origin of Atlantis, a mythical city, lost in time.
Admire the elaborate drainage system, the sophisticated multi-storied buildings and their magnificent wall-paintings, and excavated furniture and vessels that show the former settlement’s great prosperity.
Discover evidence of winemaking that has been estimated to date back to the 3rd Millennium BC, making Santorini one of the oldest winemaking regions in the world.
Continue your wine discovery by strolling through the island’s basket vines at 3 wineries, and learn about Santorini’s unique viticulture traditions. Taste a selection of 12 different wine styles from across Santorini and Greece, such as Assyrtiko, Nykteri, and the sublimely sweet Vinsanto wine.
Highlights
- Discover the excavated treasures of Akrotiri on the island of Santorini
- Learn about the legends of Santorini, investigating whether it is the fabled Lost City of Atlantis
- Taste 12 different wines of Santorini and Greece at 3 distinct wineries
- Sample some of Santorini's sweet Vinsanto
- See the unique basket vines and learn about the island's tradition of viticulture
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The wines served during the tour are mainly whites and dessert wines, as these are the kind of wines the island of Santorini produces.
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 3 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
Hotel pick-up is available if your accommodation is accessible by car.
Cruise ship visitors pick-up: all cruise visitors with individual programs are taken to the old Port of Fira, the capital of Santorini, by tender boats. You will then take the cable car up to Fira town. Please include the name, arrival time of your ship, and your full name and cell (mobile) phone number during booking.
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.
