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Archaeological Bus Tour to Akrotiri Excavations & Red Beach

from 49€
46.5€

Description

Start with breathtaking views at Prophet Elias Monastery, then visit the charming Megalochori village and significant Akrotiri excavations. Enjoy free time at the colorful Red Beach or Akrotiri Bay for coffee or lunch. Finally, relax at Perivolos' black sandy beach, swim, and savor local fish.

About this Activity

up to 30 people 7 hours
Starting Time: 11:00 AM
Tour guide: English, Greek, German
Hotel pick up/drop off service: Once the booking has been completed, the provider's customer service team will contact you and will let you know the exact location of the meeting point and time.
Cancellation Policy: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Adults (13-99)
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Children (5-12)
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Infants (0-4)
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05/03/24

Activity Cancellation Policy:

You can cancel your activity before by supplier's Cancellation policy

3 adults x 20€

2 children x 15€

2 infants x 15€

Total Cost

270€
  • Visit traditional villages
  • Explore Akrotiri Excavations
  • Relax on beautiful beaches

Start with the breathtaking view at the Prophet Elias Monastery and visit the picturesque monastery. Then follows Megalochori village, an extremely charming traditional settlement, almost abandoned after the big earthquake and Akrotiri excavations, one of the most significant archaeological sites, that includes a vast structure, once habited by 200 families and preserved buried under the volcano’s lava.

Then you will have free time at the Red Beach to simply enjoy the colorful formations of the mountain and/or visit Akrotiri Bay for coffee or lunch with Greek traditional mezedes and ouzo (not included in the price). Perivolos, with its black sandy beach comes next. There you will have enough time to enjoy swimming, explore the area and taste fresh cooked fishes at the local taverns.

Transport by luxury A/C bus

Guided tour

Pickup

Lunch

Meals and Drinks

Akrotiri Excavation site entrance fee (12€)

Meeting point
  • Once the booking has been completed, the Kamari Tours customer service team will contact you and will let you know the exact location of the meeting point and time.
  • This is not a private pick-up, the pick-up collection is provided from specific meeting areas. In case of any delay, pick-up times may vary.
What to bring
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
What is not allowed
  • Unaccompanied minors
  • Wheelchair user
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Know before you go
  • Akrotiri excavation site entrance fee is not included (12 EUR)
  • Wine tasting cost (9,30 euros) is not included.
  • Children under 4 years old can join for free, however, they will not reserve a seat on the bus
  • Guest must be 10 minutes early at meeting point.
  • Guests must be able to walk over cobblestones and uneven surfaces, inclines and steps.
Pick Up Locations & times
  • This is not a private pick-up, the pick-up collection is provided from specific meeting areas. In case of any delay pick-up times may vary. Exo Gonia 10.10, Kamari 10.30, Monolithos 10.35, Messaria 10.40, Karterados 10.45, Fira 10.50, Pyrgos 11.00, Vlichada 10.15, Perivolos 10.20, Perissa 10.25, Emporio 10.30, Akrotiri 10.40, Megalochori 10.50, Oia 10.10, Imerovigli 10.35, Firostefani 10.40. *In case of any delay you might miss the pick-up Return: Approximately 18.00. *The tour ends in Fira. Bus transfer for the clients to Firostefani, Imerovigli & Oia,