- 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
- Professional archaeologist at Akrotiri
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Wine tastings
- Entrance for wine museum
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and taxes included
- Gratuities
- entrance fees akrotiri 12 euro per person
Participate in a short four-hour small group journey of Akrotiri and the wine museum, guided by an expert. Dive into the history of the Akrotiri, a Minoan civilization that remained concealed for hundreds of years after a volcanic catastrophe. Unravel the alleged connections between Akrotiri and Plato’s Atlantis, a mythical city believed to have vanished when the Greek gods expressed their wrath.
Take a tour of the Wine Museum, an intriguing structure situated 8 meters beneath the earth, built to resemble a maze and extending 300 meters. It showcases the saga of wine and the day-to-day existence of the vine dressers of Santorini since 1660. As tourists, you will be guided through the site while observing illustrations from the history of wine. In conclusion, get the chance to taste four exceptional wines from the modern vineyard in a designated tasting space.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
