
Overview
Visit the prehistoric city of Akrotiri on the Greek island of Santorini, a well-preserved Bronze Age relic. Listen as your official licensed guide explains how the inhabitants lived and points out the unique frescoes as you walk through the streets past 4,000-year-old buildings.
About this activity
Duration: 3-hour private tour
Tour type: Private - Guided Tour: Akrotiri Ruins
Points of interest: Akrotiri Excavation Site
Starting point: Your Hotel
Tour Guide: English speaking Official Licensed Guide
Type of vehicle: Luxury Mercedes-Benz Minibus/Minivan/Sedan fully A/C
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before activity starts
Map Overview
Tour Description
We will pick you up from your hotel to guide you to Akrotiri, a settlement on Santorini that was covered in ash about 1500 BC.
Follow your official licensed guide through the city to discover how it was built during your trip. Learn about the circumstances which buried the city following a volcanic explosion and how this led to its preservation.
As you go past private homes and public buildings, look for traces of a sophisticated infrastructure to learn about how people lived 4,000 years ago.
You'll also get to see some of the iconic artwork from the time, including as pottery, furniture, and frescoes, as well as learn about the other works on display at a nearby museum.
Afterwards, we will drop you off at your hotel or any other desired destination.
Upon demand, you may as well extend your tour-schedule. So whether you have something in mind or would like your guide to take the lead and make recommendations, feel free to make a request about it – Your wish is our command!!
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Includes
Round-trip transportation
English-speaking driver
Basic travel insurance
Bottle of water
Map of the island
Mobile phone charger
Entrance fees to attractions (if any), but can be purchased on the spot
Wine Tasting (optional)
Lunch, refreshments
Cable car tickets for cruise passengers (€ 6 per person / each way)
Multilanguage escort (upon request)
Important information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant baby seats available
Most travelers can participate
Prices
Your Group Size | Total Group Price | Booking Deposit | Balance |
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1-4 Guests | 240€ | 48€ | 192€ |
5-8 Guests | 295€ | 59€ | 236€ |
9-14 Guests | 370€ | 74€ | 296€ |
15-19 Guests | 571€ | 114.2€ | 456.8€ |
20+ Guests | Contact us for a quote |