Santorini may have phantasmagoric, worldwide known spots, however many gems are best-kept secrets for those who really want to uncover and experience authentic Santorini. Hit the road together with us and discover the purest side and finest beauty of Santorini away from tourist hordes. Explore off-the-beaten-track villages with postcard-pretty whitewashed back alleys, discover the lunar-like landscape of a unique beach, and taste mouth-watering seasonal tapas and local wines. Here is the uncovered side of Santorini, enjoy it!
• Experience off the beaten path Santorini by exploring amazing fortified medieval villages and unspoilt beaches with lunar beauty
• Sip coffee with a spoon sweet in a cute traditional kafenion & get a glimpse of locals’ everyday life at a fortified citadel.
• Reveal your Lara Croft & Indiana Jones instincts while discovering hiding tunnels from pirates.
• Taste authentic Santorini through a private 4 glasses wine tasting session
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Service animals allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. The wine tasting is allowed to participants age 18 or older because of the national alcohol restrictions. Participants under the age 18 are provided non-alcoholic beverages.. How you help the local community by joining this tour: - By visiting off-the-beaten-path places, you are helping over-tourism get reduced, especially in Santorini’s main towns. Instead, during this tour, collaboration with smaller local communities that follow a more traditional way of life is supported. - This tour encourages conservation around cultural heritage as you visit an unknown underground church of great cultural importance in a tiny village, as well, the elderly keyholder who preserves the church is supported. - Young artists and local shop owners are promoted, helping them to preserve local art, increase their income during Greece’s economic problems, and promote the creativity of new generations. - During your visit to a historic factory turned into a museum, you support a local foundation responsible for preserving Santorini’s unique culture.. Food Allergies: Unless you suffer from multiple, combined food allergies, or unless you are a vegan, we will figure it out. Vegetarians are welcome on all tours.. Please wear comfortable shoes for walking. . In general, there are few dress restrictions in Europe and dress codes are similar to those you are used to at home. Please note though that in many churches modest dress is required; no shorts or skimpy tops are permitted.. If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides a tip – though not compulsory – is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour.
Guests’ pickup is offered. Pick up time adjustable upon your request. We will meet you at your Santorini hotel lobby, Airbnb, airport or cruise port. Our guide will be holding a sign with your name. Please call or email us (contact information on voucher).