Santorini History & Archeology Tour | 5 hours

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Santorini History & Archeology Tour
2 Adults x $266.59
$533.18
Approx Total
$533.18
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Greek, English
  • Water/Refreshments: mineral water 500ml, orange juice, Coca-Cola or other refreshment during the trip.
  • Private guided tour by a licensed tour guide in Akrotiri excavations (duration: 1,5 hours min).
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fees in all archeological sites and museums.
  • Lunch

Overview

Are you attracted by history? Interested in the past? Ready to be lost in time? This tour will get you back thousands of years ago to the first groups of people that ever lived on the island of Santorini. You will have the opportunity to visit the 3 most important archeological sites of the island, understand the history and importance of Santorini as a place and introduce yourselves to ancient Greek history.

Itinerary

  • Ancient Thera

    This ancient city is situated on the top of the mountain, called Mesa Vouno. We will reach almost 400 meters above the sea level and admire this ancient city founded by Theras in the 9th century BC!

    1 hour

  • Akrotiri Archaeological Site

    Dated back to the 5th millennium BC this city is a reveal! You will undoubtedly be amazed by the significantly high level of sophistication of this ancient greek community, counting numerous of cultural and technical achievements. During this visit, you will be accompanied by a professional/licensed tour guide who will give you a private tour inside Akrotiri (duration: 1,5h min).

    2 hours

  • Museum of Prehistoric Thira

    The Museum of Prehistoric Thira will enhance our knowledge for there, we will have the opportunity to admire all the finds from the excavations at Akrotiri, as well as other important sites on the island.

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Free Cancellation

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July 31No refund

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A pleasant and educational morning and early afternoon

Published on Jun, 2024

Had a wonderful time at the sites, enriched by the information from our guide Tasos. His itinerary was well thought out, helping us avoid the worst of the heat. The licensed archeologist at Akrotiri really brought the city to life as well, and the museum was a good 45 minutes of air conditioned historical appreciation.

Fantastic!

Published on Oct, 2023

Tasos was an incredible guide. Pickup in Oia, communication and narrative were excellent. The venues were stunning. Ancient Thira was breathtaking for mountain top scenery and extensive ruins you walk through. The small museum in Fira has many of the artifacts and frescos recovered from Akrotiri - take the time to notice the frescos and the unique finds - they will be discussed and located by your guide in Akrotiri. Then Akrotiri - wow. The scale and age of what has been uncovered is surreal. Our guide Giannis is an archeologist and was outstanding. Overall - a fantastic tour, well operated and interesting. Highly recommend.

Highly recommend this tour!

Published on Jun, 2023

One of the best tours we have ever taken, anywhere around the world. Guide Ted was knowledgeable about everything on Santorini and our archeological guide at akortiri was fantastic also. First rate customer service. Trip to Thira ruins on mountain is a lot of walking, but worth it as the ruins are as good a site you will see almost anywhere. Akortiri was unbelievable. Highly recommend!

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