Get carried away by Santorini's unique landscapes and get to know with the famous grape variety Assyrtiko.
Overview
11:00 Meeting time
11.15 Departure and transfer with limo VIP bus
11.30 Visit to Estate Argyros | Wine tasting
13.45 Visit to Venetsanos Winery | Wine tasting lunch
17.00 Departure
Detailed program
Our tour starts at 11 o'clock when we take the road in order to visit Estate Argyros. Argyros Estate, founded in 1903 by George Argyros, was transformed by his grandson, Yiannis into one of the largest estates on Santorini, with vineyards totaling 30 hectares today.
Now his son Mathew, the 4th generation of Argyros, has taken over management of the winery and continues the family’s long tradition in winemaking.
Argyros Estate combines the ancient traditions of Santorini together with the latest in modern wine technology to produce some of the most highly awarded wines on the island. Their wines feature a wide variety of native grapes including, Assyrtiko, Athiri, Aidani, Mandilaria and Mavrotragano.
After this captivating experience we continue our tour at the traditional village of Megalochori where the imposing Venetsanos Winery is situated, the first industrial winery on the island.
We will visit its museum area with the old personal Items, labels, photos and machinery that are still working and we will have the chance to admire its unique architecture and underground cellars, built Into the cliffs and overlooking the magnificent Caldera. Our experience will reach its peak with the tasting of four (4) of the winery's wines accompanied by Greek and local delicacies, while enjoying breathtaking views of the Caldera.
Specifications
Name | Cycladic Turquoise - The Volcanic Turquoise route | Group tour size | 9 - 20 persons |
Code | GW-CYCL-T-VOLCANIC-HD-17 | Private tour size | 2 - 8 persons |
Type | Group/Private | Tour escort | Optional |
Destination | Santorini island | Field expert | Yes (Wine Expert) |
Wineries involved | Estate Argyros, Venetsanos Winery | Guest host | - |
Availability | From April to October | Group tour price | Please contact us for details |
Duration |
Half day (11:00-17:00) | Private tour price |
Please contact us for details |
Meeting time/point |
11:00 a.m. / Confirmed upon tour purchase | Discounts | Please contact us for details |
Departure time | 11:15 a.m. | Inclusive | Transfers, conducted tour at the wineries, meals and wine tasting |
Transition | Luxury mini bus | Languages |
Greek, English and others upon request |
Special notes | In case you have special requests please contact us and let us know. We will be happy to serve you in the best way possible! |