Traditional Villages & Akrotiri Excavations: Private Tour
Overview
Santorini proudly displays its extensive past, with medieval structures, Ottoman towns, and weathered ruins spread across the entire island. Learn about the island's history and current culture on this 4.5 hour Santorini traditional villages & Akrotiri tour without having to deal with the hassle of organizing your own transportation. Explore the towns of Pyrgos, Megalochori, and Emporio, as well as the Akrotiri excavations, before marveling at the unique natural phenomenon of Red Beach.
What's Included
- Admission to the excavation site of Akrotiri
- Transport by luxury A/C vehicle
- Bottled water
- All taxes
- Hotel/port/airport pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking local tour guide
- Personal expenses & gratuities (optional)
- Cable car tickets (6 EUR per person, per ride) for cruise ship travelers
- Optional Guided Tour at Akrotiri by a licensed guide
Meeting and Pickup
This tour includes pick up & drop off from most hotels in Santorini, or the closest accessible point, as well as the top of the cable car for cruise ship visitors.
What To Expect
Book Online
Safe & secure • Easy breezy • Hassle-free
Pyrgos
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Megalochori
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Emporio
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Akrotiri Archaeological Site
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Red Beach
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Santorini
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The tour requires an amount of walking on some hills and inclines. Participants should have at least moderate physical fitness level
- Travel time between places and transportation is included in the total tour duration
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Traditional Villages & Akrotiri Excavations: Private Tour?
Cancellation Policy
Still have questions?
We're here to help.
Activity code: C-389196P5
Traveler Photos

Reviews
Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 6 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor
Additional Info
Similar Tours & Activities

Explore magical Santorini on this Private Sightseeing Tour. After a convenient hotel, airport, or port pickup, craft your dream itinerary with a knowledgeable local guide...
$218.74

Hiking Mountain Akramitis Rhodes
The Hiking Tour – Akramitis Mountain is a guided day hike offering breathtaking views of one of Rhodes’ least-known and most unspoiled regions. Highlights -...
$80.38

All day land tour
Enjoy a full tour all around the island. We go to the most famous places with a professional local driver. The schedule is up to...
$1,401.61

This tour combines Santorini’s most iconic highlights, from dramatic cliffside views to one of the world’s best-preserved prehistoric sites. Begin in the northern part of...
$686.50
Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Explore Santorini island on this full-day tour by bus to the most famous and attractive places on the island such as the Akrotiri Exchavation Site,...
$56.61

Enjoy a completely flexible private tour designed just for you! Choose how long you want to explore — 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8...
$62

Santorini Volcano Hot Springs
Visit Volcano & Hot Springs by joining our most popular & low cost tour. An experience you don't want to miss! ideal for cruise travelers,...
$36.90

Exclusive Santorini Experiences: Classic & Full-Day Tours Classic Highlight Tour (5.5 hours) Explore Santorini in a small group (Up to 12 guests). Stroll through Oia,...
$68.98





