Why choose this Santorini tour ?
Experience the beauty of Santorini by joining us on a full day Santorini tour that is off the beaten path. Learn about ancient and medieval history of the island and discover the magnifiscent beauty of the Venetian castles. Chill out in the most beautiful black sandy beach, feel the local culture combined with a wine tasting expirience and finish your day with an unforgettable sunset in Oia.
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What makes Santorini Highlights and Venetian Castles Small-Group Day Tour a unique experience ?
visit the village of Pyrgos which is built on the top of a hill, you will walk to the top where the Venetian castle overlooks the caldera and get a panoramic view of the island.
After a short drive the small group will reach the traditional village of Megalochori and you will have the opportunity to visit the famous “Symposion” an amazing workshop of traditional Greek music instruments full of information about Greek mythology and music.
Kindly note that we skip this stop from 20 of October to the end of March.
Later, the group will drive around the castle of Akrotiri and will have a short photo stop to enjoy the view of the castle the amazing caldera from the south part of the island.
Leaving akrotiri you will have some free time to relax and enjoy a lazy break at the most famous black sandy beach of the island at Perivolos, where you can swim or even have lunch, tasting the local flavors.
Continue to Emporio village, stroll around the small picturesque streets and see the best preserved Venetian castle which used to be the medieval trade center of the island.
After the walk to the castle you will relax in an old canava and taste local wines.
Subsequently, the group will make a short stop in Firostefani, where you can take breathtaking photos of the famous Blue Dome and the Rock Of Skaros, where the capital of the island used to be during the Venetian period.
Kindly note that we skip this stop in October because the day is shorter and we will arrive late for the Sunset.
The tour will finish in Oia village. Explore the narrow passageways and discover the old captain’s houses, the unique cave houses, and the romantic chapels. Later you will watch the spectacular sunset over the caldera while being inside the Venetian castle of Oia. After such a lovely day you will be driven back to your hotel.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Dress code is smart casual
- November to end of March We do not visit the music workshop of Symposion
- October we do not stop at Firostefani. The day is shorter and you will not have the time to explore Oia.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Full Day Santorini Highlights and Venetian Castles Small Group Tour
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Santorini Highlights and Venetian Castles Small-Group Day Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Small-group tour maximum 18 persons
- Tour escort/host
- Wine tasting
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Free Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not Included
- Entrance Fee at symposion 13€pp(Interactive music instrument presentation).
- Food and drinks
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by SANTORINI GETAWAYS TRAVEL.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 386 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 14 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Free time for swimming and lunch at the black sandy beach
• Entrance fee (13€) for Symposion is NOT included
10:30 is the starting time of the tour and NOT the pick up time.
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 – 45 minutes prior to start time (10:30), exact pickup time and location will be advised 24 hours before travel date.
We pick up all passengers.
If your hotel or villa is not accesible by car, we will arrange a meetting point at the nearest location.
Pick itinerary is finilized 1 day before so expect an email the day before.
We DO NOT offer pick up or drop off from Athinios port (ferry terminal)
You can contact via WhatsApp +306984984346 in case you didn’t receive pick up instructions.
