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Santorini Shore Excursions

Santorini, officially known as Thira is located in the Aegean Sea about 120 miles south of mainland Greece. Around the 16th century BC a major volcanic eruption devastated the settlements of what was once a single island. This eruption created multiple islands with the original crater now filled with the sea. The result of these events created one of the most idyllic Greek islands.

Today cruise ships visit throughout the summer making Santorini shore excursions a highlight of many cruise vacations. Most Santorini shore trips focus on the two whitewashed main towns, Fira and Oia, which each cling to the cliffs about the underwater crater below. Anther popular Santorini shore excursion to consider is a visit to Akrotiri. This ancient village was buried in the eruption and today is an outstanding archaeological site. Contact us today for information or questions.

Santorini Highlights

Santorini Shore Excursion - 4 Hours

This Santorini shore trip explores locations on the northern side of the island including the cliff hugging village of Oia, the famed Blue Dome Church, one of the island's white washed villages and the highest peak on the island. Short stops in the towns of Pyrgos and Imerovigli are included.

Panoramic Santorini with Wine Tastings

Santorini Shore Excursion - 5 Hours

This is our most popular (and best priced) Santorini shore trip. You enjoy a visit to the cliff hugging village of Oia, the famed Blue Dome Church, one of the island's white washed villages, the highest peak on the island, a volcanic sand beach and a local winery for a wine tasting.

Ancient Akrotiri

Santorini Shore Excursion - 5 Hours

This Santorini shore trip visits the ancient site of Akrotiri, the village which was buried in volcanic ash around 1450 BC and today is an outside archaeological site. As a bonus you will stop for a wine tasting before returning to Fira, and your ship.

Best of Santorini

Santorini Shore Excursion - 8 Hours

This private Santorini tour combines the top sites on Santorini including the village of Oia, the Prehistoric Museum in Fira, a panoramic driving tour and a wine tasting.

Prehistoric Museum and Oia Village

Santorini Shore Excursion - 4 Hours

This cruise tour is best for those who enjoy antiquity. You explore the Prehistoric Museum which houses treasures from Akrotiri and then visit the charming cliff hugging village of Oia.

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