Private Half day - Best of Santorini and Wine Tasting tour
Description
Explore Santorini in style and comfort with a private 6-hour tour tailored to your preferences. Travel in a state-of-the-art mini van with a dedicated driver-guide, who will show you the island like a local. Santorini is a breathtakingly beautiful island known for its stunning caldera, crystal-clear waters, and picturesque villages. Some of the highlights of this popular destination include the iconic whitewashed buildings of Oia, perched on the cliffs with panoramic views of the sea, the ancient city of Akrotiri, with its well-preserved Minoan ruins, and the black sand beaches of Perissa and Kamari
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Itinerary
We will embark on a tour of the island starting from the famous village of Oia. Equipped with comfortable walking shoes, we will take you to see the well-known Caldera and the iconic Blue Domes, which are must-see attractions. You will have ample time for taking photos and exploring the quaint shopping alleys, filled with local brands, handmade goods, and art galleries.
Next stop the famous capital of the island, Fira, where you will find the Prehistoric Thira Museum, as well as the Orthodox and Catholic Cathedral. Scroll around the little alleys of Fira until meeting the caldera with stunning views of the volcano. Fira is also home to the largest market on the island, with numerous restaurants, tavernas, cafes, and nightclubs.
Our journey continues to the Convent of Profitis Ilias, the highest peak of the mountain (567m/1860 ft), offering breathtaking views. The convent houses a valuable collection of holy images, handwritten books, and rare ecclesiastical items.
We will then visit the village of Pyrgos, once the old capital of the island, and the highest village in Santorini. You will see the medieval castle, numerous churches, traditional houses, and picturesque alleys.
Next stop -to relax- Perissa's Black Beach, named for its dark sand, which is made of black volcanic pebbles. The contrast of the black sand against the crystal-clear water of the Aegean Sea creates a breathtaking landscape. At the same time it is fully organized with traditional restaurants and beach bars, where you can relax and enjoy a refreshment or local food or try water sports such as windsurfing, snorkeling, and kayaking.
Best time of the day, wine tasting-one of the most famous Santorini experiences. You will have the opportunity to visit a traditional winery in Santorini, where you’ll get the chance to taste unique wines produced from grapes grown in volcanic soil. You'll be welcomed by knowledgeable staff who will guide you through the winery, explaining the wine-making process and showcasing the different varieties.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(20)
We thank Makeda Travel and thank our guide Daniel for turning us around the island A special experience 5 stars
Our guide Daniel was absolutely magnificent! He has so much knowledge and passion for what he does, and it truly shows. He took us to the most breathtaking spots from the caves and charming shops to hidden gems around the island. Every place he chose was magical! ✨ Daniel was incredibly kind, patient, and made sure we enjoyed every moment. Thanks to him, we experienced Santorini in a way we never could have on our own. This was one of the highlights of our vacation, and we highly recommend him to anyone visiting Santorini. Perlamia Germosen and Yanko Abreu
Janni was an informative, friendly, funny, attentive, polite, and passionate guide. His knowledge of the history and geography was vast. He had a good grasp of the English language which made it easy for us to follow his descriptions. I would definitely recommend Janni to my friends.
I loved the tour, I really enjoyed it, and the guide Daniel, was excellent at explaining the sites and very friendly. Thank you, I would definitely use his services again. Excellent service.
Excelent service! Awesome tour guy! All the thing we do was excellent. The bus was air conditioned. Punctual and responsable.
Great way to get to know the best of Thira! Ask for Yanis, and he will take care of your day! We visited the most important places in Thira, went to the beaches and have great food; al based on Yanis recommendation.
We visited three wonderful wineries. Wine tasting was good and views also beautiful! Yanni, our driver, was awesome and very informative!
Great experience. We saw More of the island than we otherwise would have. Jannis was a great guide And driver. Very informative and accommodating. Very Safe. Would highly recommend.
Great experience! Learned a lot from the culture, best views in the world! Yani was great, he was able to answer all of our questions, & had such great customer service. Highly recommend!
Yianni was a wonderful tour guide, he took us to all of the hidden and spectacular spots in southern Santorini, including Pyrgos, black beach, red beach, Venetsanos winery with spectacular views of Athinios port.
