Half-Day Santorini South Coast and Akrotiri Tour from Fira
Overview
Explore the highlights of Santorini on a full-day shared bus tour, combining breathtaking scenery, traditional villages and fascinating archaeological sites.
Discover the island’s rich history and local character as you visit the Monastery of Prophet Elias, explore the charming village of Megalochori and learn about Santorini’s prehistoric past at the Akrotiri archaeological site.
Enjoy free time at Perissa Beach, known for its distinctive black sand, where you can swim, relax by the sea or enjoy a meal at a local taverna at your own expense.
Travel comfortably with shared bus transportation and a bilingual tour escort, and experience the diverse landscapes, culture and history of Santorini in one memorable day.
Please note that the entrance fee to the Akrotiri archaeological site is not included in the tour price.
What's Included
- Pickup and drop-off from specific hotels and meeting points
- Specialized bilingual escort
- Specialized English-Speaking Official Guide is included for the Akrotiri Excavations
- Entrance fees for Akrotiri excavations
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pick up and return transfer from specific meeting points in Oia , Imerovigli , Firostefani , Fira, Perissa ,Perivolos , Kamari, Karterados, Akrotiri, Emporio, Megalochori, Pyrgos , Vlichada. You will be informed by mail for your exact pick up point and the time.
What To Expect
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Monastery of Profitis Ilias
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Megalochori - Traditional Village
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Akrotiri Archaeological Site
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Perissa
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please note that you cannot visit the Monastery in the inside
- This is a shared transfer, not a private pick-up service. Pick-up is arranged from designated meeting points across Santorini
- Lease note that pick-up times may be adjusted in the event of delays
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Pickup and drop-off from specific hotels and meeting points.
- Specialized bilingual escort.
- Specialized English-Speaking Official Guide is included for the Akrotiri Excavations.
- Entrance fees for Akrotiri excavations.
- Food and drinks.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Half-Day Santorini South Coast and Akrotiri Tour from Fira is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Half-Day Santorini South Coast and Akrotiri Tour from Fira will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Pickup and drop-off from specific hotels and meeting points
- Specialized bilingual escort
- Specialized English-Speaking Official Guide is included for the Akrotiri Excavations
- Entrance fees for Akrotiri excavations
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please note that you cannot visit the Monastery in the inside
- This is a shared transfer, not a private pick-up service. Pick-up is arranged from designated meeting points across Santorini
- lease note that pick-up times may be adjusted in the event of delays
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
