Santorini History & Archeology Tour

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About this activity

Are you attracted by history? Interested in the past? Ready to be lost in time?

This tour will get you back thousands of years ago to the first groups of people that ever lived on the island of Santorini. You will have the opportunity to visit the 3 most important archeological sites of the island, understand the history and importance of Santorini as a place and introduce yourselves to ancient Greek history.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Greek, English
Operated by: The Tourist

Ages: Children (6–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water: Water/Refreshments: mineral water 500ml, orange juice, Coca-Cola or other refreshment during the trip.
Included: Private guided tour by a licensed tour guide in Akrotiri excavations (duration: 1,5 hours min).
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Entrance fees in all archeological sites and museums.

Not included

Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Ancient Thera

one hour Admission included

This ancient city is situated on the top of the mountain, called Mesa Vouno. We will reach almost 400 meters above the sea level and admire this ancient city founded by Theras in the 9th century BC!
Akrotiri Archaeological Site

2 hours Admission included

Dated back to the 5th millennium BC this city is a reveal! You will undoubtedly be amazed by the significantly high level of sophistication of this ancient greek community, counting numerous of cultural and technical achievements. During this visit, you will be accompanied by a professional/licensed tour guide who will give you a private tour inside Akrotiri (duration: 1,5h min).
Museum of Prehistoric Thira

one hour Admission included

The Museum of Prehistoric Thira will enhance our knowledge for there, we will have the opportunity to admire all the finds from the excavations at Akrotiri, as well as other important sites on the island.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Kavalari
Astra Suites
Hotel Ikaros
Enorme EOS Santorini
Hotel Mathios Village
Grand Ambassador Santorini
Keti Hotel
Loucas On the Cliff
Csky Hotel Santorini
Pension George
Iris Boutique Hotel
Mystique, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Santorini

and 492 more pickup points

We pick up/drop off all travelers from/to their hotels or any other point upon request.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.