Small Group Santorini Wine Tasting Tour

The wines produced on the Greek island of Santorini have been celebrated for generations for their distinctive character, robust flavors, and world-class quality. Wine enthusiasts from around the world have chosen to come along on our Santorini wine tasting tours to experience the art and culture of this special place for themselves. A Santorini wine tour is the perfect opportunity to see the famous circular vineyards planted in rich volcanic soil. The native grape varietals are only one part of what gives Santorini wines their reputation. The art of winemaking has been preserved on Santorini for centuries and a special cuisine has grown up to perfectly complement these delightful beverages. Explore this heritage for yourself in a small group tour.

Highlights

No need to worry about transportation. We’ll pick you up and return you to your hotel. On the Santorini Wine Tour, you will spend a full half day guided around the island. Along the way, you will visit locations well-known for their connection to Santorini wine and culinary culture as well as plenty of hideaways known only to the locals. Participants joining us for these small group Santorini wine tours will get to learn the history of winemaking on the island as well as lots of other valuable information that will increase the enjoyment of wines we will sample. Wine tasting is done with the help of an expert sommelier who will introduce the character and profile of each vintage. Local cheeses and snacks will be served to provide a delicious look at the traditional cuisine of Santorini.

Full Description

Our Santorini Wine Adventure Tour takes you to many picturesque stops throughout the island. The half-day tour includes stops such as:

• The ancient volcanic vineyards nurtured by the Mediterranean sun
• Three family Estate wineries recognized by international experts for their quality
• A hill-top winery at sunset overlooking a spectacular vista (Sunset Tour only)
• Vineyards boasting the traditional basket vines that distinguish Santorini vine-growing
• Wine tastings highlighting major Santorini wine varieties, including Nykteri, Assyrtiko, and Vinsanto

Inclusions

The Santorini Wine Adventure Tour includes everything you need to enjoy the island’s food, drink, and culture to the fullest; taxes, winery admission, and tasting fees are all included in the tour’s package. An assortment of local salami, cheese, and olives are served alongside the 12 different wines featured on this tour through the countryside. Tour participants will enjoy a mini-tutorial that instructs them in the enjoyment of Greek wines and an English-speaking sommelier will share valuable information about the wines tasted. Pickup and drop off at your Santorini hotel or at the cruise port at Fira town is also included.

Book your place on the next Santorini wine tour today to discover this island gem.

TOUR TYPE: Small Group Tour (Max. 12 Guests)

DURATION:  4 Hours

DEPART DAILY: 3:30 pm

HIGHLIGHTS: Hatzidakis Winery, Estate Argyros, Venetsanos Winery

LANGUAGE: English