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Archaeological Bus Tour To Akrotiri Excavations & Red Beach
Prophet Elias – Megalochori village – Akrotiri Excavations – Red Beach (from above) - Perissa Beach With this tour you will visit the traditional villages of Santorini, Prophet Elias, great beaches and the famous Akrotiri excavations. You will admire amazing views and learn about the history of the island.
Tour information provided by Viator.
- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 15 travelers
- · Adult required for booking
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 5 itinerary stops
Route is approximate — 🚗 road, 🚶 walk, 🚲 bike, or ⛵ sea between the selected stops.
- 1
Prophet Elias Lookout Point
Visit the picturesque site of Prophet Elias.
30 min - 2
Megalochori - Traditional Village
Prophet Elias Monastery – Megalochori village – Akrotiri Excavations (with Guide, entrance fee 12,00 E) – Red Beach (aprox. 45 min free time, approach on foot 10 minsaprox, per way) - Perivolos Beach ( free time swimming) Start with the breath-taking view at the Prophet Elias Monastery and visit the picturesque monastery. Then follows Megalochori village, an extremely charming traditional settlement, almost abandoned after the big earthquake.
60 min - 3
Akrotiri Archaeological Site
We visit Akrotiri excavations, one of the most significant archaelogical sites, that includes a vast structure, once habited by 200 families and preserved burried under the volcano’s lava.
80 minAdmission not included - 4
Red Beach
Then you will have free time to see the Red Beach from above to simply enjoy the colotful formations of the mountain and/or visit Akrotiri Bay for coffee or lunch with Greek traditional mezedes and ouzo (not included).
40 min - 5
Perissa Black Sand Beach
Perissa, with its black sandy beach comes next. There you will have enough time to enjoy swimming, explore the area and taste fresh cooked fishes at the local taverns.
90 min
What's included
- English speaking guide in the Akrotiri excavations site
- Children under 4 years old can get free
- Specialized bilingual escort is included (English & German)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick up and drop off service from designated meeting points
What's not included
- Children under 4 years old will not reserve a seat on the bus. They will sit on parents' lap.
- Excavation Fee, Akrotiri Archaeological Site
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
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Pickup included
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