Private Sunset Wine Experience, Santorini

Learn about the island's unique winemaking heritage with this private excursion to a museum, village, and cliffside winery.

Overview

Discover the world of Santorini winemaking with this private afternoon excursion that ends just in time to catch a dramatic sunset over the island's volcanic caldera. You'll start with a transfer to the fascinating Koutsogiannopoulos Wine Museum, where you'll get an in-depth look at Santorini's unique viticulture methods, learn about the indigenous grapes that thrive in its rich soils, and taste four classic wines. Stop for a stroll around the charming village of Pyrgos next for a glimpse into the island's medieval past, then continue to a cliffside winery for prime sunset views.

Highlights

  • Discover Santorini's ancient winemaking heritage at the Koutsogiannopoulos Wine Museum
  • Step into the past as you stroll around the charming medieval village of Pyrgos
  • Head to a clifftop winery to sip local varietals as the sun sets over the caldera
  • Get a local's perspective on the island and its wines from your expert driver and guide

Know before you go

Duration
4h
Recommended for
All ages
Group
Private
Food & Drink
Tasting of four Santorini wines with local snacks

What you'll do

This private afternoon experience starts when your knowledgeable driver picks you up at your hotel. From there, you'll set off for the village of Vothonas and the Koutsogiannopoulos Wine Museum for a fascinating introduction to Santorini's rich winemaking heritage. Learn about the island's ancient and indigenous grape varieties, and discover traditional viticulture tools and techniques still used today. There's also a tasting area for you to sample four of Santorini's most famous wine varieties, like a white assyrtiko and the sweet vinsanto, accompanied by local snacks.

Next, head just a few minutes down the road to Pyrgos, the highest village in Santorini. With its charming architecture and panoramic views, this spot is a photographer's paradise, so keep your camera close. Stroll through its narrow paths lined with traditional stone houses, and get a feel for traditional island life amid its sleepy streets. You'll end the afternoon at one of Santorini's renowned cliffside wineries, where you'll be just in time to catch a spectacular sunset over the caldera. 

Start times

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday

What's included

  • Knowledgeable driver
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water

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