Step back nearly 4,000 years on a private 3-hour tour of ancient Akrotiri on Santorini. With a knowledgeable private guide, explore the well-preserved ruins of this one-time Minoan settlement, destroyed by a volcano in around 1450 BC. Inspect the excavated houses and buildings, see the remnants of kitchens and drainage systems, and hear about the vivid frescoes that once graced the walls. Learn about the long-ago inhabitants, how their town was buried under ash, and how Minoan society and culture was far ahead of mainland European civilization at the time. Private 3-hour walking tour of ancient Akrotiri, with an informative local guide Tour the excavated Minoan-era town of Akrotiri, buried under volcanic ash in around 1450 BC Walk along the main street past ruins of shops and houses, some once painted in colorful frescoes See the remains of kitchens, balconies and drainage and sewage systems Learn about life here nearly 4,000 years ago from a knowledgeable guide Relax with included hotel pickup and drop-off Enjoy undivided attention and personalized commentary from a private guide.

Meeting And Pickup: 

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup 

Meeting point Akrotiri Thera 847 00, Greece (Open in Google Maps) 

Pickup point anywhere on the island (Hotel/Airbnb/Airport/Port) 

Start time-Opening hours:

1/5/2022 – 1/4/2023 

Monday – Sunday : 09:00 AM – 07:00 PM 

Thursday : 09:00 AM – 02:00 PM 

Friday : 09:00 AM – 07:00 PM 

1/5/2023 – 1/4/2024 

Monday – Sunday : 09:00 AM – 07:00 PM 

Thursday : 09:00 AM – 02:00 PM 

Friday : 09:00 AM – 07:00 PM 

End point This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund. 

• For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time. 
• If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded. 
• Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted. 

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time. Learn more about cancellations.

What to expert

 What To Expect 

 Akrotiri Archaeological Site Discover the remains of a prehistoric city that was buried for almost four thousand years! Protected and preserved under a thick layer of volcanic ashes, gives visitors unique information about art,architecture,and everyday life back in 2000 BC. In a time when most European neolithic communities lived in villages of timber houses or simple huts. Walking within a 4000 year old perfectly preserved settlement, getting to understand how the society was organized and how people lived their lives, seeing the paved streets, and the remains of large 2-3 story building complexes, kitchen and toilette facilities, unique wall paintings and a perfect drainage – sewage system; is an experience surely not to be missed! Although the site itself is very well preserved, seeing it with a guide provides in-depth information, allowing the visitor to truly appreciate its importance. Your experienced and licensed guide will offer you a fully guided tour of the site, and an unforgettable trip into the past.
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info:

• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, 
• subject to availability 
• no health restrictions 
• Wheelchair accessible 
• Near public transportation 
• Infant seats available 
• Surfaces are wheelchair accessible 
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

What’s included

• guided tour by licensede tourist guide 
• private air conditioned car 

Not included

• Food and drinks 
• Archeological site tickets