Santorini Wine Tasting Tour with Santorini Experts
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; moderate walking on uneven vineyard terrain is required.
Overview
Discover Santorini’s volcanic vineyards on a semi-private wine tasting tour with Santorini Experts. Taste the island’s famous Assyrtiko wines and learn ancient winemaking techniques in underground wineries.
Semi-Private Wine Tasting Tour in Santorini
From 18 years • 4 hours • Wine excursion with your sommelier! • Popular choice!
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About This Adventure
Embark on a captivating wine-tasting tour in Santorini, exploring ancient vineyards and unique underground wineries. Discover the renowned Assyrtiko and traditional winemaking methods while savoring exquisite local wines paired with delicious bites. With expert guidance, delve into 4,000 years of viticulture history for an unforgettable experience.
Taste local wines, like the famous Assyrtiko, in a local winery while learning interesting winemaking facts.
Duration
4 hours
About
Navigate through the unique volcanic-soil ecosystem in the descriptive semi-private wine tasting tour in Santorini. Sample the distinct taste of various award-winning wines in personally handpicked estates of the island. Take an exploratory wine tour in Santorini with expert guidance.
Itinerary
Start the Wine Tasting Tour in Santorini Antiquity is where it all began, and winemaking is no exception. Thus, an ancient vineyard is our first stop. Learn all about the volcano and everything else that played a crucial role in what we know now as Santorinian wine.
Explore the Underground Cave Winery The old winery holds a lot of secrets and methods regarding Santorinian wine. The underground cave winery, Hatzidakis, is an exciting experience with wide local varieties to choose from. Let the wine professionals take you on a historical journey through the Wine Museum Koutsogiannopoulos and explain thousands of years of evolution to you. Enjoy a complete wine tasting and pairing.
Take a Tour around Estate Avantis The Avantis winery offers a great selection and welcomes everyone to try the very best and pair food with their locally produced wine. Discover just how good wine produced in Santorini is. Taste exquisite wines, partake in an exciting guided tour and take the memory of quality wine back home with you.
Included
- Pick up / Drop off
- Small-group tour
- Modern, air-conditioned vehicle
- Fun and knowledgeable wine experts
- Tasting of 4 wines in each winery
- A sampling of local bites paired with the wines
- All taxes
Excluded
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Notes
- You should bring a good mood.
- The drinking age in Greece is 18 years.
- Please inform us about special dietary requirements and food allergies
- We follow Covid-19 health and safety measures
Adventure Tips
Book Ahead for Small Groups
This intimate tour caps at eight guests, so reserve your spot early to guarantee a personalized experience.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You’ll walk through vineyards and cave cellars on uneven terrain—sturdy, comfortable footwear is recommended.
Hydrate Before and After
Wine enhances the risk of dehydration under the Mediterranean sun; drink water in between tastings.
Inform About Dietary Restrictions
If you have allergies or dietary needs, notify the guides beforehand so they can accommodate your bites pairing.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mediterranean monk seal (rarely seen)
- Local bird species like the Sardinian warbler
History
Santorini’s winemaking tradition dates back 4,000 years, heavily influenced by volcanic eruption soil that shaped its unique grape varieties.
Conservation
Wineries here practice sustainable viticulture by minimizing water use and maintaining the island’s fragile volcanic soil ecosystem.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking through vineyards and uneven cellar floors.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Sun exposure can be intense while moving between wineries and outdoor spaces.
spring|summer|fall specific
Water bottle
Staying hydrated is vital, especially when sampling wines under the sun.
Light jacket or sweater
Evenings and underground cellars may be cooler, so a layer can keep you comfortable.
fall|winter|spring specific