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Santorini Tour: Hidden Gems, Wine Tasting, and Sunset
4.9
404 Ratings
Pyrgos
Embark on a full day Santorini tour that takes you off the beaten path. Explore ancient and medieval history, visit Venetian castles, relax on a black sandy beach, indulge in a wine tasting experience, and witness a breathtaking sunset in Oia.
Embark on a full day Santorini tour that takes you off the beaten path. Explore ancient and medieval history, visit Venetian castles, relax on a black sandy beach, indulge in a wine tasting experience, and witness a breathtaking sunset in Oia.
Duration:
11 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Castelli of Pyrgos - Explore the charming village of Pyrgos, perched atop a hill. Ascend to the summit where the Venetian castle offers a stunning panoramic view of the caldera and the island.
- Symposion by La Ponta - A brief drive will take the group to the traditional village of Megalochori, where you can visit the renowned “Symposion,” a…
- Castelli of Pyrgos - Explore the charming village of Pyrgos, perched atop a hill. Ascend to the summit where the Venetian castle offers a stunning panoramic view of the caldera and the island.
- Symposion by La Ponta - A brief drive will take the group to the traditional village of Megalochori, where you can visit the renowned “Symposion,” a fascinating workshop showcasing traditional Greek musical instruments, rich with insights into Greek mythology and music. Please note, this stop is not included from October 15th to the end of March.
- Akrotiri - The group will then drive around the Akrotiri castle, pausing briefly for photos to capture the breathtaking views of the castle and the caldera from the island’s southern side.
- Perissa Black Sand Beach - After leaving Akrotiri, enjoy some leisure time at Perivolos, the island’s most famous black sand beach. Relax, swim, or savor a local meal.
- Castelli of Emporio - Proceed to the village of Emporio, wander through its quaint streets, and admire the best-preserved Venetian castle, once the island’s medieval trade hub.
- Artemis Karamolegos Winery - Following the castle visit, unwind in an old canava and sample local wines.
- Firostefani - The group will then make a brief stop in Firostefani, perfect for capturing stunning photos of the iconic Blue Dome and the Rock of Skaros, the former capital during the Venetian era.
- Oia’s Main Street - The tour concludes in Oia village. Discover the narrow alleys, old captain’s houses, unique cave dwellings, and romantic chapels. End the day with a spectacular sunset over the caldera from within Oia’s Venetian castle. After a delightful day, you will be transported back to your hotel.
What's Included
- Small-group tour for a personalized experience
- Expert tour escort/host guide included
- Enjoy a curated wine tasting session
- Comfort of travel in an air-conditioned minivan
- Convenient free hotel pickup and drop-off service
- Small-group tour for a personalized experience
- Expert tour escort/host guide included
- Enjoy a curated wine tasting session
- Comfort of travel in an air-conditioned minivan
- Convenient free hotel pickup and drop-off service
What's Not Included
- Entrance Fee at symposion 13€pp(Interactive music instrument presentation).
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
- Entrance Fee at symposion 13€pp(Interactive music instrument presentation).
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
Additional Information
Immerse yourself in the stunning allure of Santorini on our full day exploration away from the tourist crowds. Gain insight into the island’s ancient and medieval past and uncover the spectacular charm of the Venetian fortresses. Unwind on the island’s gorgeous black sandy coast, appreciate the native culture complemented with a wine tasting session,…
Immerse yourself in the stunning allure of Santorini on our full day exploration away from the tourist crowds. Gain insight into the island’s ancient and medieval past and uncover the spectacular charm of the Venetian fortresses. Unwind on the island’s gorgeous black sandy coast, appreciate the native culture complemented with a wine tasting session, and end your day with a memorable sunset in Oia.
- Dress code is smart casual
- 15 October to end of March We do not visit the music workshop of Symposion
- Thera are walking guided parts during this tour in Pyrgos and Emporeio Village
- Children under 7 years old can not attend the music presentation at Symposion
Location
Castelli of Pyrgos
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(404 Ratings)
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Richard_b
Oct 5, 2025
Great experience! - Great tour around the island for those wanting to know more about the origins and life on the island. I would highly recommend. Gregory our guide was excellent.
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Damion_t
Sep 29, 2025
It’s a long day but worth... - It’s a long day but worth it. We pretty much saw the whole island and ended with a sunset and a little shopping. Gregory was a great guide.
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Nicole_h
Sep 12, 2025
5 stars - Our guide was very knowledgeable and fun! We enjoyed the day visiting the castles, music, winery, beach and Oia at sunset.
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Michael_l
Sep 2, 2025
A Magical Santorini Daytrip! - Wonderful day trip filled with fun experiences!
Nefili led us graciously and with humour from start to finish. She shared her passion for Santorini and her hometown in Pyrgos. Each experience was unique and contributed to what my wife and I felt was a magical day! Thanks so much!
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Gwenmc3763rm
Sep 1, 2025
Good overall feel for Santorini and it's history - The bus was comfortable. Greg our guide was knowledgeable had great English and obviously enjoyed his job.It was our 1st day in santorini and gave us a good overview of the island. The music symposium was the highlight we learned so much from the hosts. While the winery was nice I would forgo this. We got more information from Greg than the staff. However I probably would not have tried the vincenti wine as it is expensive and it was delicious.
Overall I would recommend the tour for anyone wanting to get a good sense of the history of the island.
Thank you Greg.
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Jean_j
Aug 24, 2025
The best Tour Operator- Gregory - The day tour worth every penny. Our tour operator Gregory was very informative, knew his history and was very knowledgeable with providing feedback to the group. He is also polite and is very patient and professional and seems to enjoy his job with a passion.He is the best Tour operator I ever experienced. Keep up the good work Gregory. We really enjoyed today tour of the Santorini Highlights & Venetian Castles
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Josie_b
Aug 24, 2025
Great tour guide ever! - Long day but worth it. We went to many villages and did a lot of walking. Stoped at black sand beach very interesting. Last we saw the sun set from an amazing view.
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Vivek_n
Aug 19, 2025
An Absolute Amazing Tour!! - One of the best tours we have had!! Gregory is an amazing host! Very informative and enjoyable! All the highlights of Santorini in 1 day!
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Annmarie_b
Aug 17, 2025
Interesting and informative tour - Gregory was an amazing guide. He was interesting and informative. We visited wonderful places that allowed great photo opportunities.
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Harpreet_s
Aug 2, 2025
Wow , it’s all about next... - Wow , it’s all about next level of guidance and care. Me and my wife have traveled to different locations overseas and have had a chance to experience a lot of guides . Gregory is a person from a different planet. He’s so nice caring knowledgeable articulate and social. He made us feel safe and welcome. He drove us around in a new comfortable van. I hold high regard for him and I thoroughly recommend to experience his Greek hospitality.
Regards
Sawhneys’
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