Santorini Private Villages Tour & Akrotiri Archaeological Site
Overview
Enjoy different and new destinations with an authentic and genuine experience. This 4-hour private journey will offer you a contact with the real Santorini, its culture and history. Your local guide/driver will take you to the traditional villages of Pyrgos, Megalochori, Emporio & the famous excavations of Akrotiri on a comfortable and deluxe van. Get involved with the local traditions by walking through picturesque paths, that will take you through the island's history and Greek lifestyle. Visit Venetian fortresses, learn about the unique architecture of the island and explore the famous excavations of the pre-historic town of Akrotiri. Departure time is flexible and the pick up point is organized upon your location request. Choose your own departure and enjoy a memorable trip.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Hotel/Port/Airport Pick up & Drop off
- Guaranteed on-time drop-off for cruise passengers with timely return to port
- Free admission to Akrotiri Archaeological Site
- Private transportation by air-conditioned & deluxe van
- Maps & live commentary
- Experienced local driver/guide
- Cable Car Tickets for Cruise Passengers (Optional)
Meeting and Pickup
Hotels & Airbnbs: Pickup is at the lobby or the nearest location accessible by vehicle.Cruise Ship Passengers: The primary pickup point is at the top cable car exit, where your guide/driver will be waiting with a sign displaying your name. Alternatively, pickup can be arranged at Athinios Port or Amoudi Port, provided that travelers arrange a water taxi at their own expense.Airport & Ferry-Boat Travelers: Pickup is at the arrivals terminal, where your guide/driver will be holding a sign with your name.
What To Expect
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Pyrgos
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Megalochori - Traditional Village
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Castelli of Emporio
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Akrotiri Archaeological Site
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Santorini (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Your guide/driver is not allowed to guide within Akrotiri's Excavations. You may hire one of the licensed guides in Archaeology provided by the site
- The itinerary can be customized to suit your preferences
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Bottled water.
- Hotel/Port/Airport Pick up & Drop off.
- Guaranteed on-time drop-off for cruise passengers with timely return to port.
- Free admission to Akrotiri Archaeological Site.
- Private transportation by air-conditioned & deluxe van.
- Maps & live commentary.
- Experienced local driver/guide.
- Cable Car Tickets for Cruise Passengers (Optional).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Santorini Private Villages Tour & Akrotiri Archaeological Site is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Santorini Private Villages Tour & Akrotiri Archaeological Site will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Hotel/Port/Airport Pick up & Drop off
- Guaranteed on-time drop-off for cruise passengers with timely return to port
- Free admission to Akrotiri Archaeological Site
- Private transportation by air-conditioned & deluxe van
- Maps & live commentary
- Experienced local driver/guide
- Cable Car Tickets for Cruise Passengers (Optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Your guide/driver is not allowed to guide within Akrotiri's Excavations. You may hire one of the licensed guides in Archaeology provided by the site
- The itinerary can be customized to suit your preferences
