This excursion takes you to a journey in time and the island’s history, from Prehistoric Thera to the myth of Lost Atlantis Museum. Experience the great eruption, one of the biggest events of the prehistoric Mediterranean! The prehistoric town that inspired the Lost Atlantis myth is unveiled before your eyes! A beach like no other follows, the Red Beach: a scenery reminding Mars on earth, right by the sea. 

Enjoy your journey to the world of Santorinian wine with one more tasting of seductive local wine varieties, the island’s most famous product. The 3 exquisite local wines of this tasting come perfectly paired with a 3-course lunch. Next, enjoy a refreshing break by the black beach of Santorini, Pyrgos village, the oldest village on the island built on a hill with panoramic views of Santorini, Prophet Elias, the highest point of Santorini with spectacular, panoramic views of the only habitable Caldera. 

Finally, revel the breathtaking sunset views upon drinking a cocktail inspired from Santorini!

The 5-hour private tour begins around 09:00, driving along the coastal area of Agios Nikolaos, passing through the resort area of Elounda to reach Plaka. From there, guests will take a boat to the historical Spinalonga Island, known for its strategic fortifications and as a former leper colony. After returning, the tour continues to Agios Nikolaos, a town with attractions such as Lake Voulismeni and local beaches. The final stop is the Church of Panagia Kera, near Kritsa, renowned for its well-preserved Byzantine frescoes. The tour concludes with a return to your hotel by 14:00. Included are all taxes, a luxury vehicle, bottled water, hand towels, Wi-Fi, an English-speaking licensed chauffeur, Experienced official licensed English-Speaking Guide, boat tickets, entrance fees. Personal expenses are not included.

Starting from your hotel, we will head to the most important Archaeological site on Crete, magnificent Minoan palace of Knossos, famous all over the world through the myths of Europa, the Minotaur, the Labyrinth and Theseus, Daedalus and Ikarus. We will meet our expert guide at the site of Knossos in order to share the insights and secrets of the ruins. Following, you will visit the Scalarea Εstate of Boutari Winery for an introduction in Cretan and Greek wines catered to you by Hosts as you follow a path through the vineyards, the Production Area and the Cellar of the winery. You will enjoy a Wine Tasting of 5 different labels by Boutari Winery, from vineyards all over Greece, thus discovering several Indigenous grapes of Greece, accompanied with a complimentary amuse bouche. Next stop will be at Skalani village to enjoy a tasteful traditional lunch at Elia & Diosmos restaurant (full menu, included water & house wine). The tour ends upon return to your hotel.