ADVENTURE EXPERIENCES | The Grand Hike | Santorini’s Picturesque Villages, Wine Roads and Hidden Treasures

  • Pick Up available from the nearest meeting point close to your accommodation
  • Picturesque Pyrgos Village – Guided Tour and Cultural Walk
  • Hiking Pyrgos – Megalochori Trail
  • Picturesque Megalochori Village –  Guided Tour and Cultural Walk
  • Hiking the Wine Roads of Megalochori – Emporeio Village (If enough time available and agreed with the group, hiking the trail to Emporeio Village – Kastelli)
  • Hiking to Eros Beach (there is a horse riding service with an extra cost)
  • Swimming Session
  • Coffee, Cocktails or Refreshments at the Beach Bar or a coffee at the Café of Tomato Museum
  • Traditional Taverna by the sea.
  • Drop Off Available at the nearest meeting spot close to your accommodation
  • Combined Adventure: Horse Riding from Megalochori to Eros Beach and Vlychada Bay, at an extra cost.
With this full day guided hike adventure, you will have the opportunity to:

  • get away from crowds and blaze our own trails, reach hidden places and gaze the rare treasures of the volcanic land, those the usual Car – Bus – Van Tours do not and cannot reach,
  • “travel back and forth in time” while discussing the big dates and events that traced the perplex history of “Stroggyli” first, then “Kallisti” and finally “Santorini” Island (Santa Irene). Santorini’s wild beauty was made of lava and its shape changed many times through the years
  • visit the remains of Medieval Kastellis and admire the breathtaking views over the Island from atop and over the Caldera from different angles,
  • walk along the rim of the caldera and see the local fauna by following the beautiful wine trails up and close to the so-called “Heart of Santorini” or “The Eye” of Santorini,
  • make a few stops for water, snacks and discussion while overlooking the astonishing scenery,
  • learn about the Santorinian wines, the role of the volcanic land and the limestone beneath, the different varieties and their alcohol volume while walking among the vineyards,
  • walk along the otherworldly volcanic dunes walking on the black sand of Eros Beach,
  • swim the waters full of minerals, have a coffee or taste a cocktail at the beach bar in between Eros Beach and Vlychada bay, or drink a coffee at the Café of Tomato Museum (where you can also taste tomato paste and homemade tomato jam), and finally,
  • taste a traditionally cooked meal paired with local wine at a local taverna by the sea.

This is your choice to enjoy the many sights, tastes, and aromas of Santorini on your own terms.

Includes:

  • Pickup and drop-off 
  • Coffee & Traditional Sweet at Megalochori Village
  • English/French/Greek speaking expert guide
  • Liability Insurance
  • Taxes

Excludes:

  • Water
  • Personal Expenses
  • Coffee, Refreshments or Cocktails at Eros Beach
  • Entry Fees or Coffee at the Tomato Museum
  • Taverna Meals & Wine
  • Gratuities

What to bring:


Sun hat
Hiking or Comfortable shoes
Swimming Suit
Flip-Flops
Towel
Sunscreen
Some Water


Know before you go:

The length of the hiking trail is nearly 10kms (6.2 miles). There are some parts of cobblestone and some dirt paths
Hiking experience is not needed. Though, being physically fit is a must.
The hike will take 2,5 to 3 hours depending on how fast you walk and how often you stop
Including optional hotel pick-up and drop off the total time this activity will take is 9 hours.


Not Suitable For:

Children under 10 years
People with mobility impairments


Start - End Time:

The best Time to start this Full Day Hiking Experience is early in the morning. Nevertheless, Private Hiking Full Day Adventures can be arranged differently, according to the desired plans.


Meeting Point:

Meet at the Parking Lot or other Spot of Pyrgos Village.
We spend some time meet each other and conduct a quick briefing session with our expert guide.

(For those using their own means of transport, please kindly consider that the meeting point will be previously communicated via telephone and/or email).


COVID-19 Update:

We at Santorini Adventure, in order to ensure the health and safety for our guests and staff we have proceeded in high safety and health standards.