Highlights of Santorini
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $205 / person
- Location
- Santorini, Greece
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 54 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 7
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Blue Shades Of Greece
- Meeting point
- At the main square of the village of Pyrgos.
Description
Visit to Pyrgos Traditional Village. Built in the 15th century by occupying Venetians, it’s one of the island’s five best preserved castle ruins Akrotiri Excavation of the Prehistoric City of Akrotiri. This archeological wonder is one of the most important prehistoric sites of the Aegean, and the very first settlement on Santorini, dating from the Late Neolithic period. Visit to Megalochori Traditional Village. Dating back to the 17th century, when traders and wealthy landowner barons exported a famous wine of the island called Vinsanto. Light lunch (Greek traditional dishes) pairing it with wine tasting at one of the finest wineries of Santorini, with an expert sommelier. Visit Oia village to explore on foot and enjoy unique photographic opportunities with exquisite cliffside views. Liability insurance & designated driver.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 17
- Adult
- $205
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The castle of Pyrgos
Visit to Pyrgos Traditional Village. Built in the 15th century by occupying Venetians, it’s one of the island’s five best preserved castle ruins.
Akrotiri Archaeological Site
This archeological wonder is one of the most important prehistoric sites of the Aegean, and the very first settlement on Santorini, dating from the Late Neolithic period (from the 4th millennium BC).
Megalochori - Traditional Village
Dating back to the 17th century, when traders and wealthy landowner barons exported a famous wine of the island called Vinsanto
Oia
Visit Oia village to explore on foot and enjoy unique photographic opportunities with exquisite cliffside views.
Santorini
Light lunch (Greek traditional dishes) pairing it with wine tasting at one of the finest wineries of Santorini, with an expert sommelier.
What's included
Included
Tour is only in English
Bottled water
Wine Tasting
Lunch
Liability insurance & designated driver
Pick up & return trasnfers
Not included
Tickets & expert guide for Akrotiri excavations. Self-guided tickets cost 25€ per person
Pickup Locations & Times
Starts at 09:30 a.m. but the pick-up time starting 08:45 a.m. depends the hotel you are staying. In hotels which are not accessible by cars, we set up the nearest meeting point to meet with passengers.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
54 reviews
How it compares in Santorini
- Starting price $205 is close to the typical $199 for tours of similar length in Santorini
Excurgo comparison of 1,648 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travellers visiting with a cruise ship can ONLY be picked up from the "Prehistoric Museum of Thera" in Fira town.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Highlights of Santorini take?
Highlights of Santorini lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Highlights of Santorini cost?
Prices start at $205 per person for this Santorini experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Highlights of Santorini run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM.
Can I cancel Highlights of Santorini for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Starts at 09:30 a.m. but the pick-up time starting 08:45 a.m. depends the hotel you are staying. In hotels which are not accessible by cars, we set up the nearest meeting point to meet with passengers.
What languages is Highlights of Santorini offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 7 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Highlights of Santorini worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 54 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Blue Shades Of Greece.
Reviews(54)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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