Overview
On this private shore excursion from the Santorini port, you will cover all the top sights of the island. Start your tour at a local winery, where you’ll sample three of the 36 types of wine that Santorini produces.
Then explore the unique villages of Oia and Fira, built on the caldera rim, grab a snack at one of the local cafes, and learn interesting facts about the island at the Naval Maritime Museum and the Museum of Prehistoric Thira. You will also have time to wander around the cobbled streets and shops of Fira before returning to the port by cable car.
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- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
Professional guide
Wine tasting
Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Worry Free Terms & Conditions:
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle and professional driver (port pick up / drop off)
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Entrance fees (approx. 6 euros)
Boat to Fira harbor
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• If your Cruise details have changed from the original details advised please contact Achtypis Tours either:
• Email: info@achtypistours.gr
• Locally on 26 210 26 301
• Internationally on +30 26 210 26 301
• If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time within 3 days of booking if possible, so that appropriate arrangements can be made:
• Email: info@achtypistours.gr
• Locally on 26 210 26 301
• Internationally on +30 26 210 26 301
If you do not contact the local supplier in due time before your activity to arrange a departure time, your guide and transportation will be waiting at specified meeting point half an hour after the indicated by you (in the booking form) disembarkation time.
In this case guide/vehicle in service will be standing-by at meeting point, no longer than 1 hr 15min after your disembarkation time (after this time frame client will be considered as "non show" and staff will leave)
Opening hours are:
09:00 - 14:00 Monday to Friday
This operator requires you to contact them directly prior to this tour/activity.
What to expect
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Cultural Village
30 min
You will be transferred from the ship by a colourful local boat to where you will join the waiting motor coach. Drive to the nearby village of Pyrgos, to the local winery.
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Santo Wines
40 min
In the local winery , a wine tasting of 3 local wines will be offered at the installations of the winery of a total stowage of about 5,000 tons The winery was build and is in operation since 1992. Enjoy the breathtaking view from the winery while your free time.
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Museum of Prehistoric Thira
30 min
Afterwards a short journey brings you to Fira town, where the new Prehistoric Museum is located. In this remarkable museum you will see artifacts which were excavated at the site of Akrotiri, including the recent discovery of a gold Ibix
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Naval Maritime Museum Oia Santorini
15 min
Visit the small naval Museum with its private collection.
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Oia
40 min
Upon completion of the visit at the museum you will proceed to the most northern tip of the island to experience the unique village of Oia. This dramatic small village built on a steep slope of the caldera has many of its dwellings nestled in niches hewn into the volcanic rock. As you walk through its narrow cobbled streets, you will come across many tiny shops which offer a varied and unusual collection of hand-made works of ceramic art, paintings and semi-precious jewellery. Oia, perched on the edge of the cliffs offers spectacular views of Fira and the volcano.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- Children who do not occupy a seat are free of charge. Children who occupy a seat and are up to 11 years old, benefit from a discount
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Santorini Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Oia and Fira, including Museum of Prehistoric Thira and Wine Tasting
Can I cancel Santorini Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Oia and Fira, including Museum of Prehistoric Thira and Wine Tasting for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Professional guide
- Wine tasting
- Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Worry Free Terms & Conditions:
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle and professional driver (port pick up / drop off)
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Entrance fees (approx. 6 euros)
- Boat to Fira harbor
Which places does it visit?
It visits Cultural Village, Santo Wines, Museum of Prehistoric Thira, Naval Maritime Museum Oia Santorini, Oia.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Achtypis Tours
