Santorini Cultural Highlights with Farm-to-Table Food & Wine

4.9 (16 reviews) Santorini, Greece
Duration3h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGreek, English
Group sizeUp to 13 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Combination of authentic locations, local agriculture, and genuine hospitality — far from the typical tourist routes.

You won’t just see Santorini — you’ll experience it. From walking through traditional villages like Pyrgos or Megalochori, to panoramic views at Prophet Elias Monastery, and finally visiting Nomikos Estate — a real working family farm — every stop connects you with the island’s culture and traditions.

Unlike standard tours, this experience focuses on:

• Authentic, non-crowded locations
• Direct interaction with local producers and agriculture
• Farm-to-table cuisine made on-site with local ingredients
• A relaxed pace with personal attention
• A deeper understanding of Santorini beyond the famous caldera views

Options

Cultural Tour + Oia Village

Semi Private
The Extra Cost per person 25€: Light farm-to-table meal with local food tasting. One glass of local wine or traditional Greek spirit.
Oia Village Round Trip: This Option offers additional visit to the famous Oia Village & Blue Domes
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop off: Included in the price
Pickup included

Private Version

Private Tour: The Price include private transportation
Extra Cost per person 25€: Light farm-to-table meal with local food tasting • One glass of local wine or traditional Greek spirit
Pickup included

Cultural Tour

Semi-Private Version
Duration: 4 hours
The Extra Cost per person 25€: Light farm-to-table meal with local food tasting • One glass of local wine or traditional Greek spirit
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop off: Included in the Price.

Pickup included

What's included

  • Professional tour leader/driver. Comfortable transportation. Professional tour leader/driver
  • • Bottled water •
  • • Insightful commentary and knowledge about Santorini — including history, daily life, agriculture, wine, architecture, and local products
  • Light farm-to-table meal with local food tasting • One glass of local wine or traditional Greek spirit. The Extra Cost per person 25€

What to expect

Begin your experience with a visit to one of Santorini’s most charming traditional villages (Pyrgos or Megalochori) — where you’ll wander through quiet alleys, admire white-washed houses, blue domes, the authentic character of island life away from the crowds.

A scenic drive to Prophet Elias Monastery, the highest point of the island. Enjoy breathtaking 360° panoramic views over Santorini — a perfect photo stop.

The highlight of your journey takes place at Nomikos Estate, a family-run farm, dedicated to preserving Santorini’s culinary heritage. You’ll stroll through cultivated fields of cherry tomatoes, capers, fava beans, and aromatic herbs while learning how local farmers successfully grow produce in volcanic soil with minimal rainfall.

Relax and enjoy a freshly prepared farm-to-table meal featuring authentic Santorini flavors, including:
- Santorini cherry tomatoes with capers and cucumber
- Traditional fava
- Sun-dried tomato & tomato paste
- Eggplant dip
- Grilled zucchini with cream
- Homemade bread and pistachio

Your meal is paired with a glass of local wine or traditional Greek spirit, offering a true taste of the island’s gastronomy in a peaceful countryside setting.

  1. Megalochori
  2. Pyrgos Kallistis
  3. Fira
  4. Monastery of Profitis Ilias
  5. Nomikos Estate Santorini

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our driver will hold a sign "Santorini highlights tour" and another sign on the windshield of the vehicle. Are vehicles have on their side stickers that say "Argyros Travel"

End point

Our driver will hold a sign "Santorini highlights tour" and another sign on the windshield of the vehicle. Are vehicles have on their side stickers that say "Argyros Travel"

Pickup details

Our tour offers pickup from your hotel option. This means that we'll contact you through Viator to arrange the meeting point and time. Please ensure your phone number is provided. Using WhatsApp can make communication easier.

For customers who don't respond to our calls or messages two hours before the tour's starting time, please meet us at our tour meeting point outside the local central bus station in Fira at the tour's start time.

CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS: Please note that we cannot meet you at the old port of Fira, as it is not accessible by vehicles. If you haven't responded to our calls, the meeting point will be outside the local central bus station in Fira at the start time of the tour.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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