Santorini's Hidden Gems - Half Day Shore Excursion

On this tour we'll get to discover some of the most beautiful hidden gems of Santorini and not just stay in the spots frequently visited by tourists. Most tourists choose to visit Oia in order to take pictures and admire the famous blue domes and Fira, the capital of the island, as well as go on leisurely shopping. In our case, we won't stay only in these touristically frequented spots: we will get to explore the island in a different, unique way. We'll visit a hidden spot in Oia with a remarkable panoramic view and we'll learn about the local wine culture by visiting and enjoying a wine tasting in an old Canava (which means winery in local language). You won't miss out on the chance to discover the old lighthouse, the old Venetian Tower (Casteli for locals) in Akrotiri village, the old windmills, a holy chapel on the cliffs and the natural wonder we call the "heart of Santorini". The following itinerary could be customized to best meet your specific needs:

-We'll start this private tour from your hotel or the exit of the cable car in Fira (if you are a cruise ship visitor). -Our first stop will be a hidden place, unknown to tourists, from where we'll admire the coastal village of Oia with its iconic whitewashed houses. -We'll then head to the area around another village, Imerovigli, and make a photo stop at the holy chapel of Prophet Ilias. I know you'll love the view. -Next, we'll explore the "Heart of Santorini", a natural heart shaped carving a the rocky caldera, incredible scenery. -Then, another must-visit stop: the old lighthouse at the southern edge of the island. -Next, the Venetian Tower, Casteli of Akrotiri reveals many secrets Santorini's medieval history and the piracy in the Aegean Sea of that time. -After that, the old windmills in Emporio are an interesting place to visit and picture. -At last, you'll partake in a wine tasting in an old traditional canava winery (optional). We'll finish the tour getting back to the starting point.