Duration
7 HOUR
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience Details*
Embark on a breathtaking adventure to the iconic village of Oia, perched majestically atop Santorini’s stunning caldera. Wander through narrow, cobblestone lanes, marveling at the brilliantly whitewashed buildings and charming domed churches. Take your time to explore the village's enchanting wonders at your own pace.
Next, find serenity at the tranquil St. Nektarios Chapel, nestled on a cliff with awe-inspiring views of the Aegean Sea. This peaceful haven perfectly blends spiritual tranquility with the island's natural beauty.
Savour the flavours of Greece with a traditional lunch at a local tavern, where you can indulge in authentic Greek cuisine. Then, ascend to the island’s highest point, the Mountain of Prophet Elijah, and be captivated by the panoramic vistas of Santorini that stretch before you.
Experience the unique viniculture of Santorini with a visit to a local winery. The island's rich volcanic soil produces distinctive wines, including the renowned Assyrtiko. Delight in tasting these exceptional local varieties.
Finally, return to Athinios port and your awaiting ship, carrying with you the unforgettable memories of Santorini’s beauty and charm.
At a glance*
Duration: Full Day Guided
Activity: Moderate
Transport: By coach and by foot
Why Book? See all the highlights of Santorini in one day, from the islands picture perfect white villages to the panoramic views from Mount Prophet Elijah.
Itinerary*
Tender transfer from ship to Anthinios port > Transfer by coach to Oia Village > Guided visit and free time in Oia > Photo stop St. Nektarios Chapel > Transfer to local venue for lunch > Traditional Greek Lunch > Photo stop Mount Profitis Elias > Transfer to winery > Wine tasting > Return to Anthinos port by coach > Return to ship by tender transfer
What's included*
Local Guide
Photo Opportunities
Free Time
Traditional Greek Lunch
Wine Tasting
Essential information
The excursion involves one hour of walking over cobblestones with uphill inclines in places. Passengers under the age of 18 years are not permitted to sample the wines. Tour will start and end at Athinios port. Disembarkation and re-embarkation process to/from Athinios port will be by local tenders. Tour may run in reverse order. Please note that in peak season Oia can get very busy and the town/view points can experience large crowds. Please advise the onboard team of any dietary requirements at least 72 hours prior to the tour departure.
ACTIVITY EXCURSIONS, You and all those in your party should be aware that, in undertaking activity excursions, you will be involved in a degree of physical exertion and/or activity such as hiking, biking, snorkelling, kayaking, diving etc. By booking the excursion you confirm that you and all those in your party are in good physical and mental condition, with no history of conditions such as seizures, dizziness, fainting, heart condition, respiratory problems or back/neck problems (by way of example only). You should also ensure that no one in your party is taking medicine that carries a warning about impairment of physical or mental abilities. If you are pregnant this type of excursion may not be appropriate for you. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fit and well enough to take part in the activities booked and you are reminded to take care for your own safety. Because of the risks associated with activity excursions, you may be asked by the excursion provider to sign a document which may affect or limit the excursion provider’s liability. Comfortable flat walking shoes are recommended.
BEACH/WATER RELATED EXCURSIONS, For any excursion involving water, passengers are reminded to exercise particular care. Alcohol and eating a full meal should be avoided before swimming. If buoyancy aids are provided for an activity they must be worn at all times. You should bear in mind that the sea is unpredictable. Lifeguards are unlikely to be present and there may not be a flag system to indicate whether or not it is safe to go in the water. In addition, beach activities may not be supervised or accompanied and so you should take care to satisfy yourself as to the safety of the beach and/or the sea at the time of your excursion. Please exercise caution when entering the sea as the seabed and aquatic environment is capable of springing surprises and we have not inspected the beach or seabed for its safety. Children must be supervised by you at all times near water. All activities on the beach, water and in the sea are undertaken at your own risk. You’ll need to take swimwear, a towel, sunscreen and flat shoes that can be worn in the water.
SCUBA DIVING, All passengers wishing to participate in a certified dive tour must hold a PADI open water scuba certification or BSAC Ocean Diver certification. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate divers with either a PADI Junior Open Water or a PADI Scuba Dive rating due to the depth limitations imposed by these qualifications. In line with the recommendations by the sports-diving industry, we strongly recommend that divers undertake a refresher course if they have not been diving within the last six months. You must be aged 15 or over, carry your dive certification card with you and we recommend that you carry your diving log or proof that you’ve recently completed a refresher course. If you are a certified diver, but are unable to meet our requirements we recommend taking the Discover Scuba excursion as an alternative. For Discover Scuba courses you don’t need any scuba experience but you must be 15 or over and be able to swim. You’ll also need to complete a medical/liability consent form before you go - but if you suffer from asthma, diabetes, heart problems or other medical conditions you won’t be able to take part. Please visit www.padi.com/padi/en/sd/whatsrequired.aspx for more information.