4-hour small-group tour of Akrotiri and wine museum with a professional guide
Explore the excavations of Akrotiri, a Minoan city that lay buried for centuries after a volcanic eruption
Hear of Akrotiri's links to Plato's Atlantis, an ancient city that was said to have disappeared after the Greek gods were angered
Visit Wine Museum , being 8 metres below ground. It is shaped like a labyrinth and stretches for 300 metres, presenting the history of wine and the daily life of the Santorini’s vine dresser since 1660. Visitors are toured around the facilities while seeing depictions of wine’s history. In the end, visitors have a chance to try four of the best wines of the modern winery, in a...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional archaeologist at Akrotiri
Hotel pickup and drop-off
entrance for wine museum
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
wine tastings
Gratuities
entrance fees akrotiri 20 euro per person
Meeting Points
Departure
Fira
the palce is the old Hospital of Thira .There will be a sign with the name Pigai Travel
Return
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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4-hour small-group tour of Akrotiri and wine museum with a professional guide
Explore the excavations of Akrotiri, a Minoan city that lay buried for centuries after a volcanic eruption
Hear of Akrotiri's links to Plato's Atlantis, an ancient city that was said to have disappeared after the Greek gods were angered
Visit Wine Museum , being 8 metres below ground. It is shaped like a labyrinth and stretches for 300 metres, presenting the history of wine and the daily life of the Santorini’s vine dresser since 1660. Visitors are toured around the facilities while seeing depictions of wine’s history. In the end, visitors have a chance to try four of the best wines of the modern winery, in a...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional archaeologist at Akrotiri
Hotel pickup and drop-off
entrance for wine museum
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
wine tastings
Gratuities
entrance fees akrotiri 20 euro per person
Meeting Points
Departure
Fira
the palce is the old Hospital of Thira .There will be a sign with the name Pigai Travel
Return
Itinerary
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Akrotiri Archaeological Site
Take your first stop at the exciting archaeological site of Akrotiri, an ancient settlement of the Minoan Bronze Age that was destroyed and buried by a great volcanic eruption about 3,600 years ago. Walk to the semi-crushed multi-storey buildings with your archaeological guide and see frescoes, ceramics and other relics as you will hear how life would have been years ago. Of particular interest is the intelligent drainage system that testifies to the complexity of the engineers of the time. Many speculate that this dated site hosts the ruins of Atlantis, a mythical city described by the Greek philosopher Plato. The long history of Santorini's winery is demonstrated in some of the remains of Akrotiri, providing the perfect slogan for the next round of visits, first making a stop on the
1 hour
2
Profitis ilias
Prophet Elias Mount
Α visit to the monastery of Prophet Elias, up on the hilltop, is a must. There, visitors can marvel at the panoramic views of the island..
30 minutes
3
Wine Museum Koutsogiannopoulos
It is the sole underground Wine Museum in Greece, being 8 metres below ground. It is shaped like a labyrinth and stretches for 300 metres, presenting the history of wine and the daily life of the Santorini’s vine dresser since 1660. Visitors are toured around the facilities while seeing depictions of wine’s history. In the end, visitors have a chance to try four of the best wines of the modern winery, in a specially designed tasting space.