Private Wine Tasting Tour in Santorini: 4 Wineries5.0(185 Reviews)5 hours
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5.0(185 Reviews)
Private Wine Tasting Tour in Santorini: 4 Wineries
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Santorini Wine Experience
Santorini Private Wine Tasting Tour: Up to 4 Wineries & Lunch
A five-hour journey through volcanic vineyards, ancient cellars, and the celebrated wines of Santorini.
This Santorini private wine tasting tour takes guests through up to four of the island's most distinguished wineries, offering an immersive look at Santorini's volcanic viticulture, winemaking heritage, and the indigenous grape varieties that define Greek wine culture. Led by local guides with a certified sommelier, the experience is designed for those who want genuine depth, not a surface-level tasting.
Each winery visit combines guided cellar and vineyard access with structured tastings of nine to eighteen wines across multiple styles, including the island's flagship Assyrtiko, the robust Mavrotragano, and the revered sweet Vinsanto. Greek cheese platters and cold cuts accompany the tastings at each stop, and the tour concludes with a four-course lunch at Anhydrous Winery, where contemporary Santorinian cuisine is paired with wines from Santorini and beyond.
Hotel and Airbnb pickup and drop-off are included throughout the island, making logistics straightforward from the start. The easy difficulty rating means the tour is accessible to a wide range of guests, including those with limited wine knowledge who simply want to explore the island's most celebrated product in a relaxed, informative setting.
Tour Highlights
Taste nine to eighteen wines across up to four wineries, guided by a certified sommelier who explains each varietal and style.
Walk through a working volcanic vineyard and learn about Santorini's distinctive basket-pruning technique, unique to this island.
Explore production cellars and barrel rooms at family-run estates, uncovering the story behind each bottle from fermentation to labeling.
Enjoy a four-course lunch at Anhydrous Winery, featuring dishes rooted in Santorinian culinary tradition paired with regional wines.
Take in caldera views from two winery terraces, including the iconic panorama at SantoWines with a glass of Santorini sparkling wine.
Experience a three-generation family winery at Gavalas, where traditional barrel-making is still practiced alongside modern vinification.
Convenient hotel and Airbnb pickup and drop-off across Santorini ensures a seamless day with no transportation concerns.
Itinerary
1
Venetsanos Winery
Begin at Venetsanos, one of Santorini's most storied estates, perched above the caldera. Guests tour the vineyard, receive an introduction to the island's volcanic soil and pruning methods, and taste five distinct wine styles including Assyrtiko, guided by a certified sommelier. A platter of Greek cheeses and cold cuts accompanies the tasting.
2
Gavalas Winery
Continue to the family-run Gavalas estate, where three generations of winemakers and cooperage craftsmen have shaped a singular tradition. Visitors explore the production area and taste five wine styles, including Assyrtiko, Mavrotragano, and Vinsanto, paired with a platter of Greek cheeses.
3
SantoWines
Visit SantoWines, the island's largest cooperative winery, for a tasting of five wine styles with caldera views as a backdrop. The session opens with a glass of Santorini sparkling wine on the terrace, followed by Assyrtiko, Mavrotragano, and Vinsanto, accompanied by Greek cheeses and cold cuts.
4
Anhydrous Winery and Lunch
The tour concludes at Anhydrous Winery with a tasting of five wines from Santorini and Greece, including Syrah. A four-course lunch follows, featuring pumpkin pie with anthotyro and mint, tomato meatballs with yogurt and crispy gruyere, moussaka croquette with roasted pepper cream, and carob sponge with chocolate namelaka and red fruit sorbet.
What Is Included
Included
Hotel and Airbnb pickup and drop-off across Santorini
Guided visits to up to four wineries
Nine to eighteen wine tastings across all stops
Cheese and cold cut platters at each winery
Four-course lunch at Anhydrous Winery with wine pairing
Vineyard and cellar tours at each estate
Guidance from a certified sommelier throughout
Not Included
Personal purchases at wineries
Gratuities for the guide and driver
Any beverages outside the listed tastings
Travel insurance
Important Information
Please review the details below before booking to ensure this experience is suitable for your group.
Duration
The tour runs for approximately five hours, including all winery visits, tastings, and the four-course lunch at the final stop.
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for vineyard and cellar visits. A light layer may be useful inside the cellars, and sunglasses are advised for outdoor terrace tastings.
Cancellation
Cancellation policies are provided at checkout. Contact the operator directly for details regarding changes or cancellations due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
Accessibility
The tour is rated easy and is suitable for most fitness levels. Some cellar areas and vineyard paths may not be fully accessible for guests with mobility limitations; contact the operator to discuss specific needs.
Age Range
This tour involves alcohol tasting and is intended for adults aged 18 and older. Guests are expected to consume responsibly throughout the day.
Reserve Your Spot
Spaces on this private tour are limited. Secure your place on Santorini's most comprehensive wine tasting experience and explore the island's volcanic terroir with local experts.
The tour visits up to four wineries: Venetsanos, Gavalas, SantoWines, and Anhydrous. All four are included in the standard itinerary, subject to operational availability on the day.
How many wines will I taste in total?▼
Guests taste between nine and eighteen wines across all winery stops, with five wines offered at each estate covering a range of styles including Assyrtiko, Mavrotragano, Vinsanto, and Syrah.
Is food included throughout the tour?▼
Greek cheese and cold cut platters are served at the first three wineries to accompany the tastings. The tour concludes with a full four-course lunch at Anhydrous Winery, paired with regional wines.
Is transportation from my accommodation included?▼
Yes, pickup and drop-off are included from hotels and Airbnb properties across Santorini. Guests should provide their exact address at the time of booking.
Do I need prior wine knowledge to enjoy this tour?▼
No prior knowledge is required. A certified sommelier leads the tastings and explains wine styles, varietals, and tasting techniques throughout the day in an approachable way.
What makes Santorini wines different from other Greek wines?▼
Santorini wines are grown in volcanic ash soil left by ancient eruptions, which imparts high minerality and acidity to the grapes. The island's unique basket-pruning method, used to protect vines from strong winds, also contributes to the concentrated character of varieties like Assyrtiko and Mavrotragano.
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This tour is based on the island of Santorini, part of the Cyclades archipelago in the South Aegean region of Greece. Santorini's wine production is concentrated across the central and southern plateau of the island, with key wine villages including Megalochori, Pyrgos, Akrotiri, and Episkopi Gonias. The wineries visited on this tour — Venetsanos, Gavalas, SantoWines, and Anhydrous — are spread across this volcanic landscape, offering guests a geographically diverse perspective on a single appellation. Santorini holds a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status for its wines, particularly for Assyrtiko-based whites and the sweet Vinsanto. The island's unique terroir — shaped by the Minoan eruption of roughly 3,600 years ago — produces wines of exceptional minerality and acidity, recognized internationally as among Greece's finest.
