Santorini Five Senses Wine and Villages Tour for Cruise Guests

Duration5h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Carefully aligned with cruise ship schedules and operated in small group format, this tour offers a smooth, relaxed experience without crowds or rushing.

Instead of simply visiting highlights, you engage with Santorini through sight, sound, taste, smell, and touch, creating a more meaningful connection in just a few hours. Stroll through the iconic village of Oia, enjoy caldera views, and visit a local art gallery that reflects the island’s creative spirit. Savor boutique volcanic wines paired with local delicacies at a renowned winery, learning about Santorini’s unique terroir. In the traditional village of Megalochori, meet local artisans during a ceramic demonstration and enjoy a scenic village photo stop.

Enhanced with Greek music, stories, and cultural insights, this tour is ideal for cruise guests who want to truly understand Santorini’s culture, flavors, and traditions in a short time—without compromising comfort or authenticity.

What's included

Wine tasting
Ceramic Workshop visit
Air-conditioned vehicle
English/Spanish speaking guide

Gratuities
Anything not mentioned in Inclusions
Cable car ticket

What to expect

Fira
10m

Your journey begins in the lively heart of Fira, where breathtaking caldera views set the tone for an immersive exploration of Santorini’s beauty and creativity.
Oia
1h 15m

After a scenic drive, arrive in the iconic village of Oia, famous for its postcard-worthy landscapes and artistic soul. Here, your guide introduces you to a charming local art gallery. Let your sense of sight come alive as you admire vibrant paintings and handcrafted works that reflect Santorini’s history, colors, and traditions. Before leaving Oia, enjoy free time to stroll along its cobbled lanes, browse boutiques, and soak in the idyllic atmosphere at your own pace—perfect for capturing the island’s most treasured views.
Venetsanos Winery
1h · Admission ticket included

Your next stop engages both taste and smell as you visit a renowned local winery. Learn how Santorini’s volcanic soil shapes its world-class varieties and enjoy a curated wine tasting featuring signature grapes such as Assyrtiko. Savor every sip while taking in the aroma of boutique vintages paired with small bites that highlight the island’s culinary heritage.
1260 Ceramic studio
40m · Admission ticket included

Continue to a ceramic laboratory, where your sense of touch takes center stage. Meet local artists who will introduce you to the centuries-old tradition of ceramic making in Santorini. Feel the texture of the clay and observe the meticulous techniques used to transform it into beautiful handcrafted pieces, gaining a deeper appreciation for this authentic island craft.
Megalochori
15m

Afterwards, enjoy a short photo stop in Megalochori, a beautifully preserved traditional village known for its neoclassical houses, quiet alleys, and authentic local character.
Fira
10m

Tour ends in Fira, where you can explore more, shop, dine, or take the cable car back to the old port and your tender back to the ship.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our guide/company representative will stand at the exit of the upper station of the Cable Car in Fira, holding a sign with your name.
Meeting time: 15 minutes before tour departure.
Final details will be sent 48 hours prior via WhatsApp/Viber/SMS
Expect long lines at the cable car.

End point

Our guide/company representative will stand at the exit of the upper station of the Cable Car in Fira, holding a sign with your name.
Meeting time: 15 minutes before tour departure.
Final details will be sent 48 hours prior via WhatsApp/Viber/SMS
Expect long lines at the cable car.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
This excursion involves total walking for more than two hours on cobbled streets and uneven ground. We recommend you wear comfortable non-slip walking shoes and protect yourself from the sun. In addition to the extensive amount of walking on this tour, there is a 10-minute walk from the bus parking area in Oia and Fira.
At the end of the tour in Fira, guests must be able to walk 0.5 mile in town to reach the cable car station. Long waiting and queuing time are expected to enter the cable car station during peak season.
After booking, our team will reach out to you to provide further details to coordinate your arrival.
There might be long lines to enter the cable car. After embarking on your cruise ship, we suggest asking the cruise ship Guest Relation Officers for more details on how to have a priority disembarkation to be able to join the tour at 10:00 in Fira.
The tour sequence may vary.
Guests must be of legal age to drink alcohol.
What to Wear: hat, sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes
What to Bring: passport or ID card, sunscreen, cash or credit card
Cable car ticket is not included.
Santorini is a tender port. There are 2 ports in Santorini, Fira Old Port (where the cable car is, which takes you to Fira town) and Athinios (ferry and commercial pier). Please make sure to take the right tender and disembark to Fira Old port and not Athinios, as you'll will need to take the cable car to join the tour (cable car ride is couple of minutes).

Cancellation policy

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