Santorini Classic highlights tour

After pickup from your hotel, board the luxury coach and drive to Profitis Ilias, the highest point on the island. Take in an incredible panorama of the entire island of Santorini while learning about the island´s fascinating volcanic history. Continue to the village of Pyrgos. Wander through its winding alleys and immerse yourself in its traditional atmosphere The next stop is Perissa Beach, also known as Black Beach. Here there will be plenty of free time to go swimming in the sea or have lunch at one of the Greek tavernas facing the beach. Continue to Emporio, where you will join a guided walk and visit the small Venetian fortress. You'll then head to the Santorini Wine Museum, housed in an extraordinary underground cave. Join a guided tour of the winery and learn about the winemaking process. Then it will be time to enjoy a private wine tasting session of 3 wines made local grape varieties. In the early evening, arrive at the cliff-top village of Oia to enjoy the sunset.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   45 min

   The highest point of Santorini with excellent views not only of Santorini but also of the surrounding islands. The entrance to the courtyard of the monastery is a beautiful experience. The temple has a tranquil serenity and if all areas are open you will be impressed by the relics and historical manuscripts

2. 2

   Pyrgos

   45 min

   Pyrgos is a traditional village with white houses , labyrinth streets, fortified walls and hidden passages, narrow paths and breath-taking sunsets. Pyrgos is a hidden gem of Santorini that is not only the former capital but also one of the best- preserved medieval settlements on the island.

3. 3

   Perissa Black Sand Beach

   45 min

   Perissa, located at the south-eastern end of the island, stretching about 7 km, is the largest beach of Santorini, with its continuation, Perivolos and Saint George. With black sand, clear deep waters and well-organized beach bars, tavernas and cafés right on the beach, Perissa accommodates any visitor who prefers something more economical in terms of accommodation and entertainment than the Caldera settlements.

4. 4

   Emporio

   1 hour

   Here you will join a guided walk and visit the small Venetian fortress. Feel like you’re on the set of Mamma Mia as you discover the many doorways, windows, alleys, and arches of this picturesque medieval village.

5. 5

   Wine Museum Koutsogiannopoulos

   1 hour

   Housed in an extraordinary underground cave. Join a guided tour of the winery and learn about the winemaking process. Then it will be time to enjoy a private wine tasting session of 3 wines made local grape varieties.

6. 6

   Oia

   1 hour

   In the early evening, arrive at the cliff-top village of Oia with its famous blue-domed churches. Embark on a guided walk from Saint George's Church in the most peaceful part of Oia. Learn about Oia´s glorious maritime past and admire elegant captains' mansions and cave-like houses along the way. Once at the bustling castle area, enjoy some free time to take some photos, shop, or have a relaxing drink. Finally, watch an incredible sunset before meeting up with your guide opposite Platsani Church. Board the bus for a relaxing evening journey with drop-off back at your hotel.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please notice that extra charges may apply per person or in total of the group for pick-ups from hotels- villas- airbnb outside the proximity of our tour selected pick route. In that case we can provide round trip transfer for customer(s) convenience ad-hoc quoted as per location of customer(s)' property.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.