Private Santorini: Wine o' Clock!
Santorini, Greece
From EUR 438.00
Office phone number: +30 698 067 9166
Private Santorini: Wine o' Clock!
Santorini, Greece
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
It’s wine o'clock! Join us on this tour full of epic views, amazing wine, and delicious local foods. Believed to be the world’s oldest vineyard, Santorini is a unique place where you can experience the perfect fusion of food, wine, and culture – so get ready to sip your way through Santorini like a local.
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Highlights
- Explore Santorini through its fascinating wine history dating back centuries
- Visit a private canava (cave cellar) dating from the 19th century and get a glimpse of how locals have used these underground caves for grape storage and wine making
- Enjoy a wine tasting seminar in a sophisticated winery where modernity and Santorini’s wine tradition coexist
- End the day on a winery terrace with a 4-glass wine tasting paired with local nibbles and spectacular sunset views over the caldera and Aegean Sea
Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour:
- As part of your tour you'll visit a local winery that promotes Santorini's ancient pruning techniques as well as indigenous varieties of grapes.
- By visiting a local instrumentalist in his cellar who combines ancient Greek music with the mythical varieties of ancient Greek wines, your tour promotes local cultural heritage.
- You'll experience a unique wine tour in an underground labyrinith that was the owner's house during his childhood, giving you a better sense of local life and traditions.
- All of the food you sample during your tour is locally sourced from Santorini and nearby islands, which supports local farmers and helps preserve Satorini's culinary traditions.
- All of the stores you visit on your tour are 100% locally owned and run.
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Schedule details
- Duration: 4 hours
- Pickup location:
This is a private tour and has pick up/drop off from hotel/cruise ship.
Note: For the departure from 15th Oct to 10th Dec, the pick up time will be 4.00 PM due to the Daylight Saving.
- Pickup time: 5.00 PM
- Drop off location:
This is a private tour and has pick up/drop off from hotel/cruise ship
Language: English
Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide, transportation, museum entrance ticket, 10 glasses of wine, local seasonal nibbles such as local cheese, cherry tomatoes and cold cuts.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your driver and guide
Start your private Santorini tour with a pick-up from your hotel, or from the old port (Skala) where your local guide will be waiting for you at the cruise arrivals pier.
The first stop on our wine culture exploration will be an old, private canava, the island’s underground caves used as a space for grape storage and wine making. Get ready to hear fascinating stories of locals who have mastered the island’s harsh weather conditions to create exceptional wines using ancient techniques and methods that are still in use today.
Next, it’s time to learn all about the promising future of Santorini wine by visiting a lovely award-winning winery with sophisticated, modern principles that also follow Greek-rooted traditions. In this elegant space you will participate in a 6-glass wine tasting and learn valuable tips on how to distinguish a good wine!
Since this is a wine tour after all, our last stop will have you sampling four more local wines paired with a platter of local, seasonal nibbles such as local meats and cheeses on the winery’s terrace with gorgeous sunset views.
Your wine tour of Santorini will sadly finish here, but we know you will definitely want to come back for more! Your guide will be more than happy to make recommendations for what else you can do, if your plans allow you more time on the island.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide, transportation, museum entrance ticket, 10 glasses of wine, local seasonal nibbles such as local cheese, cherry tomatoes and cold cuts.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your driver and guide
Dress standard: Please wear comfortable walking shoes (no flip-flops). The dress code for the venues is smart-casual. No beachwear allowed.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at your hotel for pick up. Please check your hotel details are correct on the voucher. If your details are not correct, it is very important to please email us to confirm your correct pick up hotel using the contact details on the voucher. If you prefer you may also phone the change through to us during business hours.
Additional Information: Remember to write your designated pickup and drop-off area when you book. This service is free. Departure location: at your request anywhere in Santorini, Hotel, Port, Airport, Cable Car in Fira If you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
Child Policy: Travellers under 18 years of age are not permitted to join this tour.
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Dietary Notes
We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@santoriniurbanadventures.com
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Local contact
Office phone number: +30 698 067 9166
Email address: info@santoriniurbanadventures.com
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