Private Cultural Villages Sightseeing & Akrotiri Excavations

Itinerary
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Stop At: Castelli of Pyrgos, Pyrgos 84701 Greece

Your Cultural Villages Sightseeing experience starts with the village of Pyrgos, which is known as the island’s “historic monument”. Built on the top of a hill, this settlement holds an 18th century Venetian castle. Explore the remains of the fortress, made by the locals to fortify the area and built it into small alleys and circle shape roads. The town is surrounded by vineyards, chapels and churches, narrow cave houses with charming balconies and pebbled paths.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Megalochori - Traditional Village, Megalochori Greece

Continue to Megalochori, one of the most picturesque and quaint villages of the island with typical and classical Cycladic houses dug into the volcanic rock. The scenery includes white washed tower bells, underground caves and churches with blue domes.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Castelli of Emporio, Emporio Greece

Discover Emporio, the entry to another past era and the island's commercial center during the Venetian occupation. In Medieval times, the inhabitants of this village used to build their houses side by side in small quaint streets, so that they could protect themselves against the pirates. Walk the narrow & picturesque pathways of the Venetian castle and take memorable photos overlooking the volcanic landscape.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Akrotiri Archaeological Site, Akrotiri 84700 Greece

Visit the hidden gem of Santorini. The prehistoric town preserved in volcanic ash is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece, that holds one of the first European civilizations (Minoan civilization). Your local guide/driver will share with you the amazing history of the lost “Atlantis” and involve you in our local customs.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Faros Market, Lighthouse Road, Akrotiri 340 01 Greece

In the suburbs of Akrotiri, visit a family wine farm, which offers high quality of handmade products, that do not contain any preservatives or chemical additives and offer you a unique taste and quality. Taste the local Fava, sun dried tomato, capers, caper leaves, tomato paste, traditional sweets and the family wine. The hostess of the farm will escort you around the property from the volcanic vineyard to the family cellar. Sample 4 varieties of Santorini grapes, enjoy your Greek coffee and experience the vibe of traditional Greeks at the farm. Choosing the 3pm departure you will enjoy a wonderful sunset at the wine farm away from the crowds.

Duration: 45 minutes

Pass By: Santorini Road Trips, Katona Asimi, Fira 84700 Greece

Your Cultural experience starts with the village of Pyrgos, which is known as the island’s “historic monument”. Built on the top of a hill, this settlement holds an 18th century Venetian castle. Explore the remains of the fortress, made by the locals to fortify the area and built it into small alleys and circle shape roads. The town is surrounded by vineyards, chapels and churches, narrow cave houses with charming balconies and pebbled paths.

Next stop at Megalochori, one of the most beautiful traditional villages of the island with typical and classical Cycladic houses dug into the volcanic rock. Walk along the tiny alleys and see the famous picturesque tower bell, visit the underground cave house and take pictures of the white churches & the blue domes.

Discover Emporio, the entry to another past era and the island's commercial center during the Venetian occupation. In Medieval times, the inhabitants of this village used to build their houses side by side in small quaint streets, so that they could protect themselves against the pirates. Walk the narrow & picturesque pathways of the Venetian castle and take memorable photos overlooking the volcanic landscape.

Visit the hidden gem of Santorini. The prehistoric town preserved in volcanic ash is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece, that holds one of the first European civilizations (Minoan civilization). Your local guide/driver will share with you the amazing history of the lost “Atlantis” and involve you in our local customs.
At the suburbs of Akrotiri, a family wine farm is located, which offers high quality of handmade products, that do not contain any preservatives or chemical additives and offer you a unique taste and quality. Taste the local Fava, sun dried tomato, capers, caper leaves, tomato paste, traditional sweets and 4 wine varieties of their production. Walk around the volcanic vineyard and feel free to enjoy your Greek coffee.
Your private experience ends with the drop off at the original starting point or any place of your preference

Choose one of the flexible departures and enjoy a memorable road trip. The afternoon tour (3pm) includes a wonderful sunset at the wine farm away from the crowds.