Can we skip the lines and arrange a water taxi for our Santorini shore excursion?

Q: Can we skip the lines and arrange a water taxi for our Santorini shore excursion?

Yes, for guests arriving by cruise ship, we offer skip-the-line assistance for shore excursions in Santorini, helping you avoid long waiting times at the cable car. We can also arrange private water taxi transfers (upon request and subject to availability): €150 per way (1–8 people, maximum capacity) for disembarkation to Ammoudi Bay €200 per way (1–8 people, maximum capacity) for disembarkation to Athinios Port

Santorini Highlights & Akrotiri Tour

Duration: 5

Overview

Experience the ultimate Santorini private tour and uncover the island’s rich history on this 5-hour adventure. Travel back 4,000 years to explore the prehistoric city of Ancient Akrotiri, one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the Aegean.

Learn how this thriving ancient city became a major center of trade and culture before it was buried under volcanic ash, earning the nickname the “Pompeii of the Aegean.” Walk through its streets, admire the well-preserved buildings, and discover fascinating stories about daily life, art, and architecture from your expert guide.

This private tour also showcases the highlights of Santorini, combining history, culture, and stunning island landscapes. By the end of your journey, you’ll have experienced one of the most memorable things to do in Santorini and gained a deep understanding of the island’s ancient past.

Included / Exluded

What to Expect

Itinerary

Akrotiri Archaeological Site

Discover the secrets and wonders of this long-lost ancient city by exploring the Akrotiri Archaeological Site and traveling back in time.

Red Beach, Santorini

Prepare to be amazed by the natural beauty of red beach, a unique volcanic scenery and stunning reddish cliffs! It’s the epitome of Greece’s unique charm and a must-see for every traveler! anyone visiting the island.

Black Sand Beach, Santorini

A must-see destination in Santorini, renowned for its black sand that sets it apart from any other beach on the island, making it an unforgettable and distinctive place to explore.

Megalochori Village, Santorini

It’s a village to capture picture-perfect moments in this picturesque setting that’s sure to steal your heart!

*This is an indicative itinerary and can be customized to your needs

Discover the secrets and wonders of this long-lost ancient city by exploring the Akrotiri Archaeological Site and traveling back in time.

A must-see destination in Santorini, renowned for its black sand that sets it apart from any other beach on the island, making it an unforgettable and distinctive place to explore.

It’s a village to capture picture-perfect moments in this picturesque setting that’s sure to steal your heart!

Map

Important Information

Meeting Point

Parts of Santorini are built on steep streets which makes parking very difficult or impossible. For this reason, there may be instances where we cannot access your specific hotel, but we will try and get as close to your hotel as possible. We will send you the correct instructions and pick-up point after your booking.

Wineries

Please note that the wineries may be affected by external factors such as other bookings and weather conditions. This may impact their availability.

Helicopter Rides

Please note that the helicopter flight is semi-private. If your group consists of fewer than three people, there may be additional passengers from outside your group.

From €95

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Cancellation Policy

The amount is 100% refundable if you decide to cancel your tour for whatever reason up to 3 days prior to your departure time.

Tour FAQ

Yes, for guests arriving by cruise ship, we offer skip-the-line assistance for shore excursions in Santorini, helping you avoid long waiting times at the cable car.

We can also arrange private water taxi transfers (upon request and subject to availability):

€150 per way (1–8 people, maximum capacity) for disembarkation to Ammoudi Bay
€200 per way (1–8 people, maximum capacity) for disembarkation to Athinios Port

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Not sure yet?

You can contact us at any time and get a personalized itinerary or ask away any of your questions before booking.

What an amazing tour we had with this company! We were 1.5 Hours late due to the chairlift traffic and he waited for us and still did our full tour. Extremely friendly, knowledgeable, great tour! He took us to all the best places and opposite of traffic time – 100 percent recommend!

Yiannis provides a fabulous wine tour, he is a real pro, extremely knowledgeable in Santorini wines and their history on the island. He is very flexible in the schedule and adjustments along the way. I give him a 10 star rating

Super professional team. From start to end, this wine tour was superb. I´d recommend booking a tour with them. They were so nice and friendly and knew what they were doing. Definitely a safe pair of hands to take you on a beautiful wine tasting and sightseeing tour of the island. THANK YOU!

Yannis is outstanding! He is very nice and accommodating. We visited 3 wineries and went to see the vines. I highly recommend Yannis and this company.

Excellent service and amazing knowledge of Santorini island and its wine treasures! With Wineland you will be able to experience some of the most exquisit examples of the ancient greek art of winemaking! Highly recomended both for the wine expert and people who are just enjoying life! Many many thanks ! Giorgos.

When in Santonini, Wineland is your gateway to the world of wine. Yannis you rock! We had such an amazing time! Highly recommended!

What an amazing experience we had in Santorini. We saw everything we wanted to see and more. As the streets are tight and it's very difficult for big busses to navigate. We ended with a fabulous wine tasting at Anhydrous winery for a tasting and dinner. The wine and food were fabulous.

I had a really great time with my husband and definitely learnt a lot about wines from Yiannis. It was an amazing experience. I strongly recommend it.

Enjoyed the wines and the scenery. Our guide was knowledgeable about the area and shared interesting facts about the island. The sunset ending is beautiful.

Amazing wines and amazing guides! Incredibly personable people who knew everything about Santorini and the wines we were tasting! Would recommend this experience to any friend or family that visited! They do a wonderful job of curating wines and foods to match personal tastes and preferences the more you speak with them. You can not ask for a better tour in Santorini.

Got to see some amazing parts of the island together with detailed knowledge of Yiannis it made for one of the best wine tours I’ve tried. They were very accommodating in finding a selection of wineries which matched my preference.

Great experience! This wine tour in Santorini was a perfect blend of scenic beauty and exquisite wines. Highly recommend for anyone looking to explore the wine culture of Santorini in a short timeframe!