Greece · Archaeology

ARCHAEOLOGICAL BUS TOUR TO AKROTIRI EXCAVATION & RED BEACH

7 Hours Pickup service provided in Thera. to Drop-off service provided in Thera. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Prophet Elias, the highest point on the island
02 Explore the traditional village of Megalochori
03 Discover the Akrotiri Excavations with a specialized guide
04 Enjoy views of Red Beach and its colorful rock formations
05 Spend free time at Perissa Beach for swimming and relaxing
06 Travel by air-conditioned vehicle with pickup and drop-off included

Discover some of Santorini’s most memorable sights on this full-day bus tour, combining panoramic views, traditional village charm, archaeology, and beach time. Begin at Prophet Elias, the island’s highest point, before continuing to the atmospheric village of Megalochori and the remarkable Akrotiri Excavations with a specialized guide.

You’ll also stop to admire Red Beach from above, with free time to take in its striking landscape or relax nearby with coffee or lunch at Akrotiri Bay. The day ends at Perissa Beach, where you can enjoy free time for swimming, exploring the area, or dining by the sea.

Begin at Prophet Elias, the island’s highest point, before continuing to the atmospheric village of Megalochori and the remarkable Akrotiri Excavations with a specialized guide.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Therasia

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Prophet Elias

Megalochori Village

Akrotiri Excavations

Red Beach (from above)

Perissa Beach

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle, Children under 4 years old can get free
Bus transfer from/to pick up/drop off point
Specialized bilingual escort is included
Specialized Guide in Akrotiri excavations site

What's Not Included

Entrance fees to Akrotiri excavations (20.00€) is not included
Children under 4 years old will not reserve a seat on the bus. They will sit on parents laps.

Know before you go

COVID-19 Special information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
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
Travelers must book this activity online and present mobile vouchers.
Antiseptics will be available on the bus.
Travelers must wear protective masks. Please bring your own masks. Driver and guides will wear masks too.
All customer touch-points are frequently cleaned.
To reduce crowds, the number of passengers is limited. There will be sufficient space between each passenger during transportation.
Social distancing is maintained in vehicles and during the tour (at least 1,5 meters outdoors and 2 meters indoors).