Oia Sunset and Traditional Villages Tour in Santorini

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Starts from Per Person

INR 5,200

Starting Point

Departure from your hotel

Ending point

Return to original departure point

Open Timings

11:00 am - 8:00 pm


Tour duration

9:30 Hrs

Departure Time

11:00 am

Category

Standard Activities


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Transfer type

Seat In Coach


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Address

Santorini, Greece

Highlights

  • 9:30-hour guided tour of Oia Sunset and Traditional Villages Tour in Santorini
  • Explore the main street of the ancient Akrotiri and learn about the treasures and relics
  • Visit the pretty whitewashed village of Oia in the evening and see the sunset from the Kastro of Oia
  • Plenty of photo opportunities! Click amazing pictures to cherish a memory of a lifetime
  • See the Minoan excavations at the archeological site at Akrotiri with an expert guide

Overview

Santorini is much more than its stunning beaches. Explore Akrotiri, an ancient city which was destroyed around 1459 BC by a volcanic eruption, and then later preserved. Also visit famous Oia town. Wander around the Santorini‘s ancient capital of Pyrgos and admire the sunset from the Kastro of Oia, the Venetian castle ruins at the top of the idyllic Santorini village.

Description

Visit Akrotiri, an ancient city which was destroyed and preserved around 1459 BC by a volcanic eruption. Go inside with your guide and learn about the Minoan city before and after the disaster. Explore the ruins of multistoried buildings that date back to the 16th century, and admire the intricately designed drainage system that shows how advanced this civilization was. As you loiter through the main street, marvel at Frescoes and fascinating ceramic artifacts. Learn all about the ceramic artifacts such as Pithoi and other findings. Admire the thrilling view of the Akrotiri from a triangular plaza near the exit and don’t forget to see the burial place of the Chief archaeologist, Professor Spyridon Marinatos of the University of Athens, who died during excavation work on the site. Next, visit Pyrgos village. This village was once the ancient capital of Santorini. Stroll about the village and explore several churches, a Venetian castle, and amazing views. In between, you can enjoy lunch on your expenses. Next, travel to Oia village known for its blue-domed churches and sugar cube houses. The sunset of the Oia is very famous. Continue to the old ruins of the Venetian castle known as the Kastro of Oia, and admire the mesmerizing views.

Itinerary Plan

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Oia Sunset and Traditional Villages Tour in Santorini

Around 11:00 am after having your breakfast, move from your hotel. Visit at Oia Sunset and Traditional Villages Tour in Santorini,look in admiration at the ruins of multi-storied buildings that date back to the 16th century, and admire the intricately designed drainage system that hints at a talented civilization far more advanced than its time. Explore the main street, faced with old stores and warehouses from the ancient commercial city, hear about the ceramic artifacts, such as pit hot (earthenware jugs), and other rare finds that add even more intrigue to the site. Plenty of photo opportunities! Click amazing pictures to cherish a memory of a lifetime. After enjoying 9:30-hour guided tour, we drop back to your hotel. Have a nice time!


Inclusions

  • Certified English speaking local guide
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop
  • Air-conditioned vehicle transfer

Exclusions

  • Tips and personal expenses

Important to know

  • Instant package confirmation at time of booking
  • This package does not qualify for any refund policy
  • You will need to present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity