Greece · Village Tours

Traditional Villages in Santorini Full Day Tour

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Thera. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the archaeological site of Akrotiri with a guide
  • 02 Enjoy free time at Perissa Black Sand Beach
  • 03 Explore the traditional village of Emporio and its medieval fortress
  • 04 Taste distinctive Santorini wines at a local winery
  • 05 Admire volcano views during the winery stop
  • 06 Take in panoramic island views from Profitis Ilias
  • 07 Travel by air-conditioned coach with hotel pickup included

Discover a different side of Santorini on this full-day tour through the island’s history, landscapes, and traditional villages. Visit the archaeological site of Akrotiri, where an ancient Minoan city was preserved by a volcanic eruption, then continue to Perissa Beach for free time to relax and enjoy one of Santorini’s famous black-sand shores.

You’ll also explore the authentic village of Emporio with its medieval fortress, taste distinctive local wines at a Santorini winery overlooking the volcano, and finish with panoramic island views from Profitis Ilias, the highest point on Santorini. With shared transport and a licensed guide included, this is a well-rounded way to experience Santorini beyond the coast.

Explore an ancient city that was frozen in time after a volcanic eruption 3,600 years ago.

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 Not applicable
Cities Santorini, Pyrgos
Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Akrotiri Archaeological Site, Akrotiri 84700 Greece

Following a pick-up from your hotel, transfer by air-conditioned coach to the archaeological site of Akrotiri (**please note that every Tuesday the archaeological site of Akrotiri will be closed**). Explore an ancient city that was frozen in time after a volcanic eruption 3,600 years ago. Step inside with your guide and learn about the Minoan city before the devastating event occurred.

Perissa Black Sand Beach, Perissa 847 03 Greece

After that continue towards Perissa Beach and enjoy free time to have lunch and relax at one of the longest black sandy beaches in the Cyclades and the most popular beach of Santorini. 

Windmills of Emporio, Emporio 847 03 Greece

Our next stop will be at Emporio Village where you can explore one of the oldest and most authentic traditional villages of Santorini, built like a small labyrinth and visit its medieval fortress (15th century).

Santorini Volcano, 847 00 Greece

After that short stop we continue towards Santorini Winery where you can taste Santorini’s distinctive wines and learn about one of the oldest vineyards in Europe while admiring the spectacular view of the volcano.

Monastery of Profitis Ilias, Epar. Od. Pirgou Kallistis 3 km from Pyrgo Thira, Moni Profitou Ilia, Moni Profitou Iliou 847 00 Greece

Profitis Ilias Mountain will be our next stop where you will finish your tour with a short stop at the highest peak of Santorini (567 meters) to admire the striking panoramic view of the entire island.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Thera. 2 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Guide
  • Pick up

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Entry/Admission - Akrotiri Archaeological Site (12 eur pp)
  • Drop Off

Know before you go

  • This tour is not suitable for babies, children under the age of 5 and people with reduced mobility or physical limitations as it requires a certain amount of walking (with sites only accessible on foot).
  • Not wheelchair/stroller accessible
  • Pickup from near your hotel. You will be informed about your pickup time and place according to your accommodation by the local partner.
  • Please have in mind that you must be at the designated point in time for your tour since several pickup locations will be visited and the driver cannot wait.
  • Approximate pickup times: Oia – 9:45 AM Kamari – 10:00 AM Perissa – 10:00 AM Imerovigli – 10:10 AM Firostefani – 10:15 AM Pyrgos – 10:15 AM Fira – 10:30 AM

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Thera.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Thera.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Thera..

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