Santorini is well known in Greece and all over the world for its long wine-making tradition. The island is covered with vineyards and its volcanic soil and unique climate give a special flavor to the grapes, making the production the second economy of the island. The Wine Adventure Tour specializes in wine & local product tasting, offering you a chance to explore the flavors & viniculture of Santorini. Visit 3 different wine producers and enjoy the most personalized wine experience by sampling 12 local wine varieties!
Visit Venetsanos Winery, located right above the port of Athinios, overlooking the magnificent caldera of Santorini. Firstly operated in 1949, was the first industrial winery on the island. It has a very rich history, unique architecture and amazing views. Attend an optional 20-minute guided tour led by a sommelier and learn about quality, enology and flavor alchemy. The package includes a Wine tasting of four (4) wine varieties accompanied by assorted snacks.
Explore Koutsoyannopoulos Wine Museum, awarded among the top 10 Wine Museums of the World. Located on the premises of the Family Winery is the only natural underground wine museum in all of Greece, which has an 8m depth and 300m length (like a Labyrinth). Learn about the history of winemaking from 1660, accompanied by an audio guide, which is in 21 languages! The package includes a Wine tasting of four (4) different wines accompanied by crackers & chocolate.
Follow a wine exhibition at Argyros Estate Winery. Under the guidance of specialized Wine Educators. get detailed information about the Estate Argyros Winery produce and the particularities of the vineyards of Santorini. For all wine lovers, this tour offers a nice introduction to the indigenous grapes of Santorini and the story of Estate Argyros, featuring a selection of four (4) current vintage wines, accompanied by an assortment of fine Greek cheese and bread sticks.
- Select the departure time of your choice and enjoy a memorable wine journey!
- Choose an afternoon departure (4 pm or 5 pm) and enjoy an amazing sunset experience from Venetsanos winery terrace!
Inclusions:
- Complimentary wine tasting of twelve (12) wine varieties accompanied with local assortments
- Free admission to all three (3) wineries
- Guiding services by wine experts in all three (3) wineries
- Experienced local driver/guide
- Private transportation by air-conditioned & deluxe van
- Alcohol-based hand sanitizer
- Maps & live commentary
Exclusions:
- Cable car tickets if arriving by cruise ship (6 EUR per person, per ride)
Traveler pickup is offered from the below-listed departure points:
- Your hotel/villa in Santorini: Pick up at the lobby or nearest point accessible by vehicle
- Cruise port: Pick up at the top cable car exit if arriving by cruise ship
- Santorini International Airport (JTR): Pick up at the arrivals terminal
- Ferry port (Athinios): Pick up at the arrivals terminal
Return Details:
- Returns to the original departure point or any desired point of your preference
Venetsanos Winery
- Wine Tasting of four (4) wines:
- Santorini (Assyrtiko White Dry in Stainless Steel Tanks)
- Nykteri (Assyrtiko White Dry in French Oak Barrels)
- Anagallis Rose (Semi-Dry in Stainless Steel Tanks)
- Liastos (Naturally Sweet Red Wine)
- Assorted Snacks You Can Include During The Wine Tasting:
- Gravier Cheese, Greek Salami, Tomato Paste, Breadsticks, Olives.
Koutsogiannopoulos Wine Museum
- Audio guide service in 21 languages
- Wine tasting of four (4) wines:
- Assyrtiko
- Orange
- Ambelones
- Kamaritis
- Assorted Snacks You Can Include During The Wine Tasting:
- Crackers & Chocolate.
Argyros Estate Winery
- Wine tasting of four (4) wines:
-Aidani
-Assyrtiko
-Cuvee Monsignori
-Vinsanto
- Assorted Snacks You Can Include During The Wine Tasting:
-Bread Sticks, Tomato Paste, Greek Salami, Gravier Cheese, Goat Cheese, Dry Apricot, Chocolate.
- English-speaking driver/guide
- Stroller accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
- Pick-up for cruise ship passengers will be from the cruise port top cable car exit. Your driver/guide will be holding a sign with the lead passenger's name written on
- This is a private tour. Only your group will participate
- Post Covid-19 policy: Vehicles sanitized before every service - Alcohol-based sanitizer in every vehicle
- To receive a full refund, travelers may cancel up to 48 hours before the experience start time in the local timezone.