Guided Tours

Santorini: Sightseeing Bus Tour with Akrotiri Archaeological Site Visit & Wine Tasting

Get round-trip transfers to the traditional village of Emporio, Perissa's volcanic beach, and a guided tour of Akrotiri archaeological site, wine tasting included.

On a full-day guided tour, discover the best of Santorini and enjoy a guided tour of the ruins of Akrotiri, one of the oldest Mediterranean settlements.

With hassle-free hotel transfers, drive to Emporio, one of the largest villages in Santorini, known for its narrow streets and traditional architecture.

Explore a traditional winery to taste Santorini’s 3 distinctive wines made of local grape varieties, and bask in the sun on the black sand beach of Perissa.

Enjoy stunning views from the island’s highest peak at Profitis Ilias, and wander around the white houses while admiring the sunset in Oia.

Fun Fact: It is believed that the myth of Atlantis, the city that sank into the sea, was inspired by the destruction of Akrotiri caused by a massive volcanic eruption!

Full-day tour of Santorini

Round-trip hotel transfers

Guided tour of Akrotiri archaeological site

Expert multilingual archaeologist guide

Winery tour with 3 wine tastings

Free time in Oia

Entrance fees for Akrotiri archaeological site

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Check a chunk off your Santorini bucket list with a full-day tour that entails walking through black sand beaches, exploring traditional villages, and discovering history at Akrotiri's excavation site.

Rustic Ruins & the Quaint Village Charm

The ancient site of Akrotiri, the Pompeii of the Aegean Sea, is a Minoan Bronze Age settlement that was buried by volcanic ash in the 17th century BC. As you wander through the prehistoric town, your archaeologist guide will reveal the myths and mysteries surrounding the place. Head over to the village of Emporio, and make a stop at the Cycladic architecture medieval fortress, dating back to the 15th century. The charming village, with maze-like streets and windmills adorning hilltops, creates a quaint scenery.

Black Sand & Orange Sunset

Break for lunch at the island's most popular black sand beach, Perissa, and dip your toes in the warm sands as you take a walk along the coast. A visit to Santorini's traditional wineries is a must, where you can indulge in 3 types of wine and discover the secrets of its distinct flavors. Ascending the Profitas Ilias mountain will lead you to breathtaking views of the town from Santorini's highest point. From the hilltop village of Oia, the arresting panoramas of the island's agricultural plains dipped in sunset views make for a wonderful sight.

Itinerary

Hotel pick-up

Akrotiri excavation site

Emporio village

Perissa beach

Santorini winery

Profitis Ilias

Oia sunset

Hotel drop-off

Important Information

The excavation site guided tour is available in English, German, French, and Spanish.

Please note that the Akrotiri excavation site is not visited during Nov and Mar.

Restrictions

The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, pram/stroller users, or people with mobility issues.

The experience is restricted for guests aged 3 and under.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Hotel Transfers

This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.

In the next step of booking, please select the name of your hotel.

On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 15 min prior to your scheduled departure.

If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.