Private Group Visit to Akrotiri & 3 Wineries with Tastings
ID: GYG92526-130485
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Explore the myths and legends of Santorini on a 5-hour history and wine tasting tour. Visit the Akrotiri excavations, one of the most important prehistoric settlements of the Aegean. Visit 3 wineries and taste their delicious volcanic wines.
Uncover the fascinating past of Santorini on a 5-hour guided tour. Explore the excavations at Akrotiri, a prehistoric Bronze Age city. During the Minoan volcanic eruption some 3,600 years ago the city was frozen in time by volcanic ash.
On this tour that’s priced for a group of up to 4 persons, you will admire the elaborate drainage system, the sophisticated multi-storied buildings, magnificent wall paintings, and excavated furniture and vessels.
Discover evidence of winemaking that has been estimated to date back to the 3rd millennium BC, making Santorini one of the oldest wine-making regions in the world.
Visit 3 of the island’s wineries and learn about Santorini’s unique viticulture traditions. Taste a selection of 12 different wine styles from across Santorini and Greece – including Assyrtiko, Nykteri, and the sublimely sweet Vinsanto wine.
Highlights
- Explore the ruins of Akrotiri, a prehistoric Bronze Age site
- Visit 3 different wineries and learn about local viticulture
- Taste 12 wines from Santorini and other parts of Greece
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent who assumes full responsibility during the tour
• Additional assistance will be provided if required
• This tour will be customized to your own itinerary
• It is recommended to bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, a hat, and a camera
• Your local guide is not allowed to guide you at the Akrotiri ruins
• If you do not show up for the tour you will not be entitled to a refund
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
At your accommodation, the Fira town cable car, JTR airport, and Athinios port.
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.
