Private Akrotiri, Red Beach, Perivolos Beach or Winery & Oia Experience

• Private transportation and expert local guidance throughout
• Guided tour of the prehistoric city of Akrotiri
• Stop at the dramatic Red Beach for panoramic photographs (or Megalochori village if Red Beach is closed)
• Choice between:
• Wine Experience: Visit one of Santorini’s oldest wineries with wine museum tour + tasting of 4 wines, including Vinsanto, paired with snacks
• Beach Escape: Relax at Perivolos Beach with time to swim, sunbathe, enjoy seaside tavernas, or sample Santorini specialties
• Walking tour of Oia with its Cycladic architecture, captain’s mansions, and Caldera views
• Flexible pacing and personalized experience

Quick Facts

• Duration: 6 hours
• Travel time: approx. 1.5 hours total (round trip)
• Walking distance: approx. 2300 meters
• Total steps: approx. 60
• Activity level: Strenuous (walking over uneven terrain, steps, and uphill paths)
• Restrooms: Available
• Air conditioning: Vehicle + indoor winery areas
• Photo restrictions: None
• Credit cards: Accepted
• Customizable: Yes — tailored to your preferences

Your tour begins with a scenic drive to Akrotiri, where your licensed guide will lead you through the remarkably preserved ruins of this Bronze Age settlement buried under volcanic ash. The site is shaded under a protective canopy, making your visit comfortable even in summer.
Afterward, stop briefly at the Red Beach for photos of its striking volcanic cliffs and crimson-hued sand. (If closed by authorities due to rockfall risk, your guide will take you to the charming village of Megalochori instead.)
Next, choose your preferred experience:
Option A: Winery Visit
Step inside one of Santorini’s oldest wineries, founded in 1880 within a natural cave. Explore the underground Wine Museum, ranked among the best in the world, showcasing 400 years of winemaking history. Enjoy a wine tasting of four varieties, including the renowned sweet Vinsanto, accompanied by snacks.
Option B: Perivolos Beach
Unwind on Perivolos Beach, famous for its black volcanic sand and crystal-clear waters. Swim, relax under the sun, or enjoy local flavors at a seaside taverna. Try Santorini’s specialties such as tomato fritters, fava bean purée, or white eggplant dishes.
Conclude your day in Oia, Santorini’s postcard-perfect village perched on the Caldera rim. Stroll through narrow cobbled lanes, admire traditional cave houses, domed churches, and elegant 19th-century captain’s mansions. Capture iconic views, enjoy a coffee or pastry, and browse shops before returning to Fira.
Your guide will provide tips for exploring Fira afterward, whether for shopping, dining, or catching the cable car back to your ship.