Half-Day Santorini South Coast and Akrotiri Tour from Fira

3.8
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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 1 more

This bus tour takes you to the Southern part of the island where you visit the hidden gems of the area. The first stop of the tour is the 16th century Monastery of Prophet Elias. From there you have a panoramic view of the whole island!

After the Monastery, continue to Megalochori which is one of the most traditional villages on the island where you will have the opportunity to admire the traditional architecture and the unique craftsmanship of the local Masons.
Akrotiri is the next stop on the tour. Upon arriving a guide will be waiting for you to take you inside the archeological site to give you information and you will experience the Minoan site of the ancient world.
Perivolos is an organized beach with black sand, here you stay for approximately 2 hours and have free time to go for a swim, eat in a local taverna or just relax and explore the area.

What's Included

Pickup from meeting points
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Akrotiri excavation site entrance fee (20€) NOT included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Guiding in the archeological site

Meeting and pickup

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

Pick up and return transfer from specific meeting points in Oia, Imerovigli, Forostefani, Fira, Perissa, Kamari, Karterados, Akrotiri, Emporio, Megalochori. You will be informed by mail for your exact pick up point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The first stop of the tour is the 16th century Monastery of Prophet Elias which was built on the highest point of the Island 550 meters above sea level. From there you have a panoramic view of the whole island and it is breathtaking!

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Akrotiri is the last stop on our tour and what better way to end the day. Upon arriving, a guide will be waiting for you to take you inside the archeological site to give you information and you will experience the Minoan site of the ancient world.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    After the Monastery you continue to Megalochori which is one of the most traditional villages on the Island. The tour's escort takes you through the narrow streets where you will have the opportunity to admire the traditional architecture and the unique craftsmanship of the local Masons.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Leaving Megalochori you head towards the beautiful beach of Perivolos which is located at the south part of Santorini. Perivolos is an organized beach with black sand, here you stay for approximately 2 hours and have free time to go for a swim, eat in a local taverna or just relax and explore the area.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please note that you cannot visit the Monastery in the inside
Supplied by Cretan Holidays

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Half-day Tours
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Cultural Tours
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Archaeology Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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