Historic Heritage Tour of Santorini (Akrotiri)
Santorini was inhabited since 5th Millenium B.C. what makes it a wonderful and a unique sample of national and the world’s heritage. Akrotiri is attracting people from all over the world giving an opportunity to admire the progress of civilization back at those days. This tour also takes you to the times of pirates and the Venetian rule of the island.
The excavations of Akrotiri (Lost Atlantis) - Prehistoric Museum of Thira - village of Emborio - Perissa
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Historic Heritage Tour of Santorini (Akrotiri)
Pickup included
What's included in Historic Heritage Tour of Santorini (Akrotiri)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Akrotiri Archaeological Site
Visit the excavations of Akrotiri known as probable Lost Atlantis location.Explore the Akrotiri Archaeological Site, a prehistoric Bronze Age city, frozen in time by ash that fell during the Minoan volcanic eruption 3600 years ago. Some speculate that this is the origin of the mythical city of Atlantis. Admire the elaborate drainage system, sophisticated multi-storied buildings, magnificent wall painting, and excavated furniture and vessels that show the former settlement’s great prosperity.
Museum of Prehistoric Thira
Visit the Prehistoric Museum of Thira to get the whole image of the town’s life 3600 years ago.
Visit the village of Emborio with the best preserved Venetian castle and amazing traditional architecture. The village of Emporio is the largest village on the Greek island of Santorini. You can look at the historic windmills that have an excellent view of the rest of the island. On the hill above the village Emborio, you will discover both the ruins of Kasteli, a fortress from the Byzantine period and the ruins of Goulas.
Inclusions
- local English speaking professional driver,
- Bottled water
- local knowledgeable guide,
- comfortable, Mercedes A/C minivan.
- entrance fees to the museums and sites,
- snacks, drinks or meal.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pick up point: hotel, cable car exit, port, airport, helipad.
- If your are a cruise traveler:
- Disembarkation for individual cruise passengers takes place in Santorini by tender boats arriving exclusively at the old port of Fira.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
You may ask to be picked up from any location on Santorini.
