Akrotiri Tours and Tickets

Enjoy a day of discovery on Santorini island on this tour from Fira. With an itinerary that covers all the must-see sights, the tour lets you find your own favorite spots on the island. Visit the volcanic Red Beach, Akrotiri Archaeological Site, a winery, the Prophet Elias Monastery, and then finish on a high note as you watch the sun slip into the sea from Oia village. A tasting of Santorini’s distinctive wine is included.

Santorini is famous for its whitewashed houses and beautiful sunset, but the island is also home to a number of historical landmarks. Embark on a bus tour of the Greek island and see traditional villages, the Akrotiri excavations, and a notable monastery. You also stop at the Red Beach and black-sand Perivolos Beach, where you can participate in a wine tasting.

Santorini wears its rich history on its sleeve, with medieval buildings, Ottoman villages and weathered ruins all over the island. Rather than dealing with the hassle of organising your own transport, you can discover the island’s history and its vibrant modern culture on this tour around four of its southernmost villages. Visit the villages of Pyrgos, Megalochori and Emporio and Akrotiri excavations before ending your trip at a family-owned farm in Akrotiri, where you can sample homemade wine and organic produce while watching the sunset over the Aegean Sea.

Take in the highlights of Santorini’s southern shore on this half-day tour from Fira. Visit the Monastery of Prophet Elias and the traditional village of Megalochori; stroll the black sand beach of Perivolos; and explore the Minoan archaeological site of Akrotiri.

Experience Santorini’s natural beauty on this half-day sailing excursion. Choose your ideal tour time—afternoon and evening departures are available—and take advantage of a convenient hotel pickup. Then, set sail and enjoy activities that include swimming to volcanic hot springs, relaxing on beautiful secluded beaches, and savoring a delicious complimentary meal.

See an idyllic Oia sunset from the Kastro  — the Venetian castle ruins atop Santorini. Take a break from Santorini’s beaches as a professional guide whisks you away for the day. You'll discover the archaeological site at Akrotiri (admission at own expense) and learn the significance of these Minoan excavations as you stroll along its main street. Then enjoy free time to explore Santorini’s beautiful village Emporeio, before watching the sun descend over the Mediterranean Sea.

The ideal introduction for first-time visitors to the island, this private, half-day driving tour covers all of Santorini’s most spectacular sights. Travel comfortably between locations in a chauffeured, WIFI-equipped vehicle, stopping at iconic landmarks, from postcard-perfect Oia to the famous red-sand volcanic beach. Tours include an optional visit to Akrotiri Archaeological Site plus free time for lunch or a swim.

Step back nearly 4,000 years on a private 3-hour tour of ancient Akrotiri on Santorini. With a knowledgeable private guide, explore the well-preserved ruins of this one-time Minoan settlement, destroyed by a volcano in around 1450 BC. Inspect the excavated houses and buildings, see the remnants of kitchens and drainage systems, and hear about the vivid frescoes that once graced the walls. Learn about the long-ago inhabitants, how their town was buried under ash, and how Minoan society and culture was far ahead of mainland European civilization at the time.

Experience Santorini’s nature and history on this all-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, explore Akrotiri, a well-preserved Bronze Age settlement buried in ash nearly 3,600 years ago in a volcanic eruption. Then head to the cliffside village of Oia and admire a magnificent sunset—along with the famous Blue Dome Church, Prophet Elias Monastery, and other sites.

Book a private tour of Santorini and let a local guide introduce you to the island’s main attractions. Stroll through the streets of Oia with its blue-domed churches; learn about the island’s history at the 4,000-year-old ruins of Akrotiri; relax on the colorful sands of the Red Beach; stop at a cliff side winery and sample a variety of indigenous wines, while admiring the views of the magnificent caldera and much more on this half-day excursion!

Experience Santorini like a local on this private island tour and maximize your time with a custom-made itinerary and a choice of four different tour lengths. Perhaps experience island life with a visit to villages such as Oia, Imerovigli, and Firostefani; admire the views from Profitis Ilias;

See the attractions of Santorini on a private sightseeing tour with a driver-guide who introduces you to the island's natural, cultural, and culinary delights. You can visit locations like hillside villages and volcanic beaches, or customize your itinerary to check out specific places that interest you. Any food, drinks, activities, and entrance fees are at your own expense.

Dip into ancient ruins and volcanic wines on this variety-packed tour of Santorini. With an expert guide, venture to the Akrotiri Santorini archaeological site to explore the semi-crumbled buildings and relics buried here by volcanic ash 3,600 years ago. Then, visit traditional wineries and taste several varietals, all defined by the island’s mineral-rich soils. This private tour is limited to 15 travelers to ensure personalized experience.

Discover the best of the famous Greek island of Santorini during this full-day bus tour. Take in the views at the Prophet Elias Monastery, explore the village of Pyrgos, see the ancient ruins of Akrotiri, relax at the Red Beach, grab a bite to eat in Fira, and watch a stunning sunset from world-famous Oia. Don’t miss a thing during this comprehensive tour of Santorini.

Visit Santorini on your own terms with a private guide by booking this fully customizable experience. You'll get the chance to visit beaches, villages, and scenic viewpoints in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Your guide will help you create an itinerary that's best suited to your interests, or you can design one of your own.

Explore beautiful Santorini on this half-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel, airport, port or cable car pickup, craft an itinerary that suits your interests and travel by luxury minibus to must-see sites like the picturesque village of Oia, the Blue Dome Church, and Prophet Elias Monastery. Enjoy a glass of wine at a cliffside winery and capture memorable photos of the Black and Red beaches.

Discover the beautiful island of Santorini and admire the top attractions with a local driver-guide in a unique 6-hour private tour. Picturesque villages of characteristic Cycladic architecture, extraordinary views from vintage caldera spots, historical sites and unique beaches are calling you!

The island of Santorini is known worldwide for its beauty and this full-day coach tour covers the best bits. Listen to engaging commentary about the history of the island from your guide as you visit landmarks such as the village of Megalochori, the ruins of Akrotiri, the red and black beaches, and Santos Winery for a wine tasting. Cap off your whirlwind tour with a stunning sunset viewing from Oia.

Get a personalized exploration of Santorini on this private guided tour. Depart from your hotel, port, or airport and travel in a private vehicle with your guide. Visit places that can include Prophet Elias Mountain, the Akrotiri Excavations, Red Beach, the black sand beach at Perivolos, Oia, and more. Sample local products at a winery and shop for souvenirs.

Discover beautiful Santorini — from the bustling capital of Fira to postcard-perfect Oia — on this private, half-day shore excursion. Meet your guide and private vehicle off of your cruise ship at Fira port, and then set off to explore the sun-kissed Greek isle. See the ruins of one of the region’s most important prehistoric settlements at Akrotiri; be wowed by views of the caldera and the Aegean Sea; and enjoy ample free time to explore both Oia and Fira.

While you’re in port in Santorini, enjoy the island any way you want with a customizable, private 5-hour shore excursion by luxury minibus. Meet your tour host off your ship at Fira port and enjoy a tour with a flexible itinerary. Perhaps explore the Minoan ruins at Akrotiri, visit the mountaintop Mount Elias Monastery, sample the cliffside bars of Fira, visit a winery, or ogle the caldera views from Oia. Explore at your preferred pace, and if you wish, take time out relaxing at one of Santorini’s gorgeous beaches — your choice!

You have chosen a unique tour back in time. Akrotiri was a settlement of the Cycladic Bronze Age on the volcanic island of Santorini. The settlement was destroyed during the eruption of Theros in the 16th century BC. and was buried in volcanic ash, which preserved the ruins of thin murals and many objects and works of art. Come and visit him up close.

The Akrotiri Excavation Guided Tour will take you on a journey back to the island’s most significant time in history. Along with the licensed guide you will discover all aspects of the prehistoric settlement of Akrotiri where an important civilization thrived and was then destroyed by the massive eruption of 1612 B.C. Wonder around the alleys and the buildings that once housed the Pompeii of the Aegean Sea.

Learn about Santorini’s ancient past with a visit to the Akrotiri Archaeological Site. You'll get the chance to explore the ruined remains of an ancient Minoan city so that you can see what life was like right before the volcanic eruption that reshaped the island forever. You will have the option of visiting on your own or enhancing your experience by booking the services of a professional guide.