This full-day tour departs daily, from April 1 to October 31.
 

During this full-day tour of Santorini you'll learn about the history of the island, admire the architecture of its traditional villages, enjoy leisure time at its volcanic beaches and experience the fabulous Oia sunset! The journey starts with exploring Emporio Village, one of the oldest and most authentic traditional villages of Santorini, built like a small labyrinth, and visit its medieval fortress (15th century). We then continue to the Akrotiri Archaeological site (*), dating from the Bronze Age and one of Greece’s most important prehistoric settlements. Akrotiri was destroyed during a catastrophic 17th century BC volcanic eruption and buried under thick layers of ash which preserved the city in near perfect conditions, therefore often being referred to as the ‘prehistoric Pompeii’. After this visit, we proceed to Perissa Beach, one of the longest black sandy beaches in the Cyclades and the most popular beach of Santorini, where you'll have free time for swimming and lunch on your own. In the afternoon we will visit a Santorini winery where you'll get to taste three distinctive Santorini wines and learn about one of the oldest vineyards in Europe while admiring the spectacular view of the volcano. A short stop is then planned at the highest peak of Santorini (567 meters) to admire the striking panoramic view of the entire island. Finally, you'll be transferred to the popular village of Oia and the most photographed place in Greece, in time to experience its legendary sunset! (*)  Entrance fees to the Akrotiri Archaeological site are not included. Your tour departs at 10:30 am and returns after sunset.