Full Day Santorini Cultural and Historical Tour

11 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Santorini is a picturesque island with whitewashed cities built on the edge, with cobbled alleys and impressive churches. in our full day bus tour to Santorini you will visit Red Beach, Akrotiri Excavation Site, Perissa Beach, Profitis Ilias Mountain, Oia, and more.

What's Included

Local guide
Pick up and drop off
Guided tour of Akrotiri excavations
Gratuities (optional)
Akrotiri Excavations Entrance fees 12 EUR
Beach Towels

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The tour includes pick-up and drop off from/to numerous meeting points in Santorini. Upon reservation, we will advise you about the pick up time from your hotel or the closest accessible pickup point.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Santorini

    You will begin your tour on the south western most point of the island, the famous red beach, in order to make a brief stop for photos. This famous volcanic beach is well known for the unique colour of the sand, its soaring red lava cliffs, and clear green waters.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Just a couple of minutes away by bus, you will reach the Akrotiri excavations site, where a guided tour of the site is included (the entrance fees are not included). This is the so-called “Prehistoric Pompei” or “Lost Atlantis”, one of the most important Minoan Bronze Age settlements in the world, buried and preserved by the volcanic ash of one of the largest volcanic eruptions in human history (17th century BC).

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Then, you will head further south. in Perissa beach, where you will have free time to enjoy lunch (not included) and relax at one of the longest black sandy beaches in the Cyclades and the most popular beach of Santorini.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Your next stop will be the village of Emporio. This one is the oldest and most authentic traditional village of Santorini, built like a small labyrinth in a 15th century medieval fortress. After visiting Emporio, you will have the chance to visit one of the oldest vineyards in Europe and taste the famous distinctive Santorini wine, a unique white variety with high acidity, while admiring the spectacular view of the volcano.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Your next stop will be the Prophet Elia mountain, from where you will have the opportunity to admire the striking panoramic view of the entire island.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Last but not least, your tour will end in the popular village of Oia, one the most photographed places in Greece, where you will have free time to witness its legendary sunset!

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Al Tahadi Dubai

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Seasonal
Additional fees

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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