Santorini traditional villages with sunset in Oia: tour by bus

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Sightseeing Lovers

Activity: Sightseeing, Countryside Tours

Languages spoken: English, Greek

Duration: 8 hrs

Difficulty: Easy

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Highlights

Sunset in the village of Oia
Ruins of Santorini’s medieval capital
Villages of Panagia Episkopi, Pyrgos and Mesa Gonia

All about the trip

Discover the charming villages of Santorini during this afternoon bus tour around the island. Visit ancient churches, stroll past local vineyards, see the ruins of the island’s medieval capital, and take in the views of nearby islands from various viewpoints. The final stop on the tour is the famous village of Oia, where you can watch a world-famous sunset and explore before concluding the tour.

Visit the oldest Byzantine church of the island, built in 1115, from the ruins of a 6th century church. Its interior is decorated with wall-paintings and it is consided to be one of the most historical monuments. Mesa Gonia village is the next stop which is considered to be the center of Santorinian wine production. Mesa Gonia, is the only village that wasn’t restored since the great earthquake of 1956, and this will give you a unique opportunity to see how was life there before this dramatic event.

Next, discover Pyrgos village, one of the most picturesque villages of the island. Pyrgos used to be the capital of Santorini, now you will have the chance to visit Skaros (the ruins of the medieval capital), stroll around the village and take pictures of its beautiful churches, and enjoy a magnificent view of the island, once you reach the top of the village. Last stop, is Oia village, located at the western part of the island with the most famous sunset and an architecture that reminds that Oia was once a thriving village built from captains and sailors.

What is included in the price

Tour guide
Pick-up collection from specific meeting areas
Air-conditioned bus
Episkopi Byzantine church entrance fee

What is not included in the price

Meals

Participants must be able to walk over cobblestones and uneven surfaces, inclines and steps. Participants should be in good physical condition with the ability to walk uphill or climb stairs.
Travelers must book this activity online and present mobile vouchers.
Antiseptics will be available on the bus.
Travelers must wear protective masks. Please bring your own masks. Drivers and guides will wear masks too.
All customer touch-points are frequently cleaned.
To reduce crowds, the number of passengers is limited. There will be sufficient space between the passengers during transportation.
Social distancing is maintained in vehicles and during the tour (at least 1,5 meters outdoors and 2 meters indoors).

Instructions

Pick-up collection is provided from specific meeting areas.

Children under 4 years old do not have a reserved seat. They need to sit on a parent's lap.

Please arrive to the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time.

Please dress according to local weather conditions.

What to take with you?

A small bag or rucksack
Sturdy footwear suitable for walking
Personal ID or Passport
Additional drinking water
Energy snacks
Sun protection, e.g. a hat or sun cream
Camera
Light jacket

Where do we meet and where will the trip end?

Meeting place:

This is not a private pick-up, collection is provided from specific meeting areas.

EXCURSIONS PICK UP TIMES DEPARTURE FROM APRIL- 4th SEPTEMBER
Exo gonia 14:50, Kamari 15:00, Monolithos 14:50, Messaria 14:45, Karterados 14:45, Fira 14:40, Pyrgos 14:30, Perissa 14:00, Perivolos 14:05, Emporio 14:05, Vlichada 14:10, Akrotiri 14:20, Meghalochori 14:25

EXCURSIONS PICK UP TIMES DEPARTURE FROM 5th SEPTEMBER
Exo gonia 13:50, Kamari 14:00, Monolithos 13:50, Messaria 13:45, Karterados 13:45, Fira 13:40, Pyrgos 13:30, Perissa 13:00, Perivolos 13:05, Emporio 13:05, Vlichada13:10, Akrotiri 13:20, Meghalochori 13:25

Final destination:

Same as the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy - Benevolent

Cancellation more than 4 days prior to the starting date. Clients are automatically refunded the full booking price.
Cancellation within 48 to 96 hours prior to the starting date. Clients are entitled to a 50% refund of the booking price.
Cancellation less than 48 hours prior to the starting date. No refunds.

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