All Time Classic Santorini, Santorini

4.5 (16 reviews)
Explore Santorini's captivating history, stunning natural landscapes, and exquisite wines with an expert guide.

Overview

Embark on an all-inclusive journey through time, exploring Santorini's history, natural beauty, and renowned wine on this full-day tour. Start with a guided tour of the prehistoric town of Akrotiri, followed by visits to Red Beach, the Prehistoric Museum of Thera, and wine tasting with lunch. Admire the vivid scenery at the famous Black Beach and Pyrgos Village, and end the day with panoramic views of the Caldera and a sunset cocktail at the highest point of Santorini, Prophet Elias.
  • Explore the ancient town of Akrotiri with a knowledgeable guide
  • Admire the vivid scenery of Red Beach and its rock formations
  • Learn about Santorini's history at the Prehistoric Museum
  • Taste local wine varieties and enjoy a delicious lunch
  • Take in panoramic views of the Caldera and the iconic sunset at Prophet Elias!
Included
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Entrance fees
  • Licensed tour guide
  • Wine tasting with lunch
  • Cocktail
Excluded
  • Any services not mentioned above
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities/tips (optional)
What to bring
  • Sunblock
  • Sunglasses
  • Comfortable walking shoes

Highlights

  • Explore the ancient town of Akrotiri with a knowledgeable guide
  • Admire the vivid scenery of Red Beach and its rock formations
  • Learn about Santorini's history at the Prehistoric Museum
  • Taste local wine varieties and enjoy a delicious lunch
  • Take in panoramic views of the Caldera and the iconic sunset at Prophet Elias

Know before you go

Duration
8 hours
Recommended for
All ages
Group
Small group, 20 people or less
Food & Drink
Lunch Included

What you'll do

Embark on an all-inclusive, day tour of Santorini with a knowledgeable, state-licensed guide. Discover the island's history, natural beauty, and renowned wine. This tour is designed for a maximum of 20 people, ensuring an intimate and engaging experience.

Your journey begins with a guided tour of the prehistoric town of Akrotiri, a settlement buried under volcanic ash after the massive eruption in 1612 BCE. Here, you'll learn about the important civilization that once thrived in this part of the Aegean Sea. Next, you'll visit the vibrant Red Beach, where you can admire the stunning rock formations and colorful scenery.

Continue your exploration at the Prehistoric Museum of Thera. Your guide will share fascinating insights about the island's unique history as you peruse the exhibits. After a morning full of history and exploration, it's time to relax and quench your thirst for both adventure and flavor. Take a moment to cool off with a winery lunch, and then elevate your experience with a wine-tasting session, indulging in Santorini's finest local varieties that thrive in the island's unique microclimate.

As the tour progresses, you'll stop at the iconic Blue Dome in Fira, where you can take in the breathtaking views and snap some photos. After a relaxing time at the renowned Black Beach, take a leisurely stroll through the old village of Pyrgos. Cap off the day by visiting Prophet Elias, Santorini's highest point, where you'll be rewarded with awe-inspiring panoramic views of the Caldera while sipping on a delicious cocktail. It's the perfect spot to witness the mesmerizing sunset, painting the sky.

This comprehensive tour is the perfect way to experience the rich history, stunning landscapes, and delectable wines of Santorini.

Start times

  • Daily
    11:00 am

What's included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Entrance fees
  • Licensed tour guide
  • Wine tasting with lunch
  • Cocktail

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Travelers often mention

Summarized by AI based on kimkim traveler reviews

Informative Guide

The tour guides were praised for being knowledgeable and friendly, providing a comprehensive understanding of Santorini's history and sites. (8 mentions)

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“We learned a lot about the history and excavations of the island”  — Eric R.
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“Our tour guide did an excellent job, providing us with a great feel for the island”  — Eric R.
Leigh
“This was a super informative tour”  — Leigh H.
Diverse Itinerary

The tour includes a variety of activities and locations such as museums, archaeological sites, beaches, and wineries, offering a well-rounded experience of Santorini. (5 mentions)

Lisa
“It included the Atlantis experience museum, Akrotiri archaeological sight, red and black beach, a visit to a lovely winery for lunch and tasting and then a sunset at the highest point in Santorini.”  — Lisa C.
Richard
“the muesem, archealogical site and lunch were all great”  — Richard B.
Leigh
“really liked the variety of sites we visited throughout the island”  — Leigh H.
Great Food

Many reviewers enjoyed the food, highlighting delicious lunches and wine tastings as a high point of the tour. (4 mentions)

Kathleen
“Next was lunch that included delicious baked fish/veggies and a pana cotta with beetroot topping.”  — Kathleen N.
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“enjoyed the beautiful towns, people, and food”  — Eric R.
Lee
“great food and spectacular views”  — Lee D.
Sunset Experience

While the sunset view was generally enjoyed, there were some complaints about the chosen viewing locations not always being ideal. (3 mentions)

Lisa
“then a sunset at the highest point in Santorini”  — Lisa C.
Kathleen
“It was beautiful!”  — Kathleen N.
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“they should pick a location with a good sunset view”  — Lois Y.

Traveler reviews

16 total ratings, 13 with reviews
4.5
Feature ratings
Quality of Experience
4.4
Food
4.6
Guides, Drivers and Staff
4.8
Transport
4.6
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Tannis T.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 14, 2024
Wish they would have made sure we would have our last stop for drinks on the hill and bin there for sunset. They had us there an hour before. Read more

Wish they would have made sure we would have our last stop for drinks on the hill and bin there for sunset. They had us there an hour before.

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Lisa
Lisa C.
Carlsbad, CA | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2023
This was a very nice tour! It included the Atlantis experience museum, Akrotiri archaeological sight, red and black beach, a visit to a lovely winery for lunch and tasting and then a sunset at the highest point in Santorini. Highly recommend this tour! Read more

This was a very nice tour! It included the Atlantis experience museum, Akrotiri archaeological sight, red and black beach, a visit to a lovely winery for lunch and tasting and then a sunset at the highest point in Santorini. Highly recommend this tour!

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Kathleen
Kathleen N.
Ogden, UT | Reviewed on Jun 12, 2023
We went to a museum and learned about the history of Santorini, the Red Beach and to the ruins of the town Akrotiri, that are still being excavated and pieced together. Next was lunch that included delicious baked fish/veggies and a pana cotta with beetroot topping. Truly amazing food. We spent an hour at the Black Beach and shopping area, visited a church at the north end of the island and then ended the day watching the sunset from a restaurant on the tip of the island. It was beautiful! Read more

We went to a museum and learned about the history of Santorini, the Red Beach and to the ruins of the town Akrotiri, that are still being excavated and pieced together. Next was lunch that included delicious baked fish/veggies and a pana cotta with beetroot topping. Truly amazing food. We spent an hour at the Black Beach and shopping area, visited a church at the north end of the island and then ended the day watching the sunset from a restaurant on the tip of the island. It was beautiful!

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Our guide was great and talked to us personally.
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Joyce
Joyce K.
Logan, UT | Reviewed on Jun 07, 2023
We opted to depart following excellent winery lunch (4 pm) as it was long day, and we were staying nearby. Definitely go on day when Prehistoric Museum is included (not Tuesdays) as it is essential to understanding the site, or go on your own as we did. The lost Atlantis experience may be better suited to children. Stellar guide Tanya. Read more

We opted to depart following excellent winery lunch (4 pm) as it was long day, and we were staying nearby. Definitely go on day when Prehistoric Museum is included (not Tuesdays) as it is essential to understanding the site, or go on your own as we did. The lost Atlantis experience may be better suited to children. Stellar guide Tanya.

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Excellent wine tasting with interesting and tasty four course meal.
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Richard
Richard B.
Westfield, NJ | Reviewed on May 21, 2023
Guide was great and the muesem, archealogical site and lunch were all great. Read more

Guide was great and the muesem, archealogical site and lunch were all great.

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Eric R.
Arvada, CO | Reviewed on May 19, 2023
The Santorini tour was amazing and one of the most beautiful places I've ever visited. The breathtaking views were to be found all over the island. We learned a lot about the history and excavations of the island and enjoyed the beautiful towns, people, and food. Some of us went for a hike across the island and my daughter and I went for massages at a place nearby our accommodations. Our tour guide did an excellent job, providing us with a great feel for the island. Read more

The Santorini tour was amazing and one of the most beautiful places I've ever visited. The breathtaking views were to be found all over the island. We learned a lot about the history and excavations of the island and enjoyed the beautiful towns, people, and food. Some of us went for a hike across the island and my daughter and I went for massages at a place nearby our accommodations. Our tour guide did an excellent job, providing us with a great feel for the island.

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Lee
Lee D.
Apex, NC | Reviewed on May 18, 2023
We stayed in Oia and enjoyed the quaint town… great food and spectacular views. We took a self-guided hike from Oia to Capitol Rock. And we stopped for lunch. While it was a bit crowded to get to the iconic vistas…. But you can’t go to Santorini without seeing them. People were friendly and food was good. Read more

We stayed in Oia and enjoyed the quaint town… great food and spectacular views.

We took a self-guided hike from Oia to Capitol Rock. And we stopped for lunch.

While it was a bit crowded to get to the iconic vistas…. But you can’t go to Santorini without seeing them.

People were friendly and food was good.

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Fresh
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Safe and friendly
Transport
Clean and comfortable
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Lois Y.
Westfield, NJ | Reviewed on May 15, 2023

Very informative guide, and the day was interesting. The end was a waste though. If they are going to offer a "sunset cocktail" they should pick a location with a good sunset view. We were in a charming restaurant, but it was not a sunset viewing spot.

Anita
Anita H.
Batavia, NY | Reviewed on May 11, 2023
This tour was divided in two.....museums etc, with one guide and cultural and food with another guide. Read more

This tour was divided in two.....museums etc, with one guide and cultural and food with another guide.

Tips for future travelers

YES! Ask for Elena to be your guide! She was passionate about showing us her island! Very attentive to everyone's needs.

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Vidjaya
Vidjaya R.
Trinidad and Tobago | Reviewed on Apr 10, 2023
Tanya and Stelios were wonderful, very friendly and you can tell they genuinely enjoyed sharing their knowledge. The weather wasn’t perfect, a bit cloudy and windy but we still enjoyed learning about ancient Santorini. The wine museum is one of the best museums I’ve experienced so informative with wonderful artifacts. Read more

Tanya and Stelios were wonderful, very friendly and you can tell they genuinely enjoyed sharing their knowledge. The weather wasn’t perfect, a bit cloudy and windy but we still enjoyed learning about ancient Santorini. The wine museum is one of the best museums I’ve experienced so informative with wonderful artifacts.

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