Harmony of Tastes: Private Santorini Wine & Local Music Tour

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Fira

   After meeting your local guide, you’ll head to your first stop of this exciting wine culture exploration, a private old canava. “Canava” is the characteristic volcanic underground caves of the island used as a space for grape storage and winemaking. Get fascinated with the recent stories of locals who had to tame the island’s harsh weather conditions so as to produce their marvelous wines by using ancient still-in-use techniques and methods.

   60 minutes here

2. Symposion Cultural Center

   Afterward, you’ll have the opportunity to combine the fascinating past of Santorini wine and its promising future by experiencing a unique ethereal session. Meet a famous award-winning local instrumentalist in his cellar and participate in a private show in which you’ll taste ancient Greek wines of mythical varieties as recorded by historians while the musician recites Greek mythology and plays live ancient Greek music using hand-made ancient greek instruments. Be informed that you will also be invited to show your musical skills as you will have the opportunity to accompany the artist!

   60 minutes here

3. Venetsanos Winery

   Your wine tour couldn’t be completed without sampling four more exquisite local wines accompanied by a platter of seasonal fresh nibbles of Santorini, such as local cheeses and meats. And all of this, while you chill on the terrace of a winery with gorgeous sunset views. By the end of this tour, you’ll immerse yourself in the deep soul of Santorini! Before we part ways, don’t forget to ask your local guide for more hints and tips on how to get the best of your trip to amazing Santorini.

   60 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Before you book

Cancellation

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

Languages

en

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 15 travelers per booking

Operated by

Grecian Lux

Know before you go

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The wine tasting is allowed to participants age 18 or older because of the national alcohol restrictions. Participants under the age 18 are provided non-alcoholic beverages.
• How you help the local community by joining this tour: - By visiting a local winery that follows traditional methods, you promote Santorini’s indigenous varieties of grapes and local ancient pruning techniques. - By visiting an underground labyrinth that was the owner’s house cellar during his childhood, you will get a better understanding of local life and traditions in the past. - You support local farmers and help preserve Satorini’s culinary traditions by sampling food locally sourced from Santorini and nearby islands.
• Please wear comfortable shoes for walking.
• If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides a tip – though not compulsory – is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour.
• Food Allergies: Unless you suffer from multiple, combined food allergies, or unless you are a vegan, we will figure it out. Vegetarians are welcome on all tours.

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