Santorini

With dramatic views of white houses clinging perilously to the side of the caldera and stunning beaches of white and red sand or black pebbles, it’s no wonder Santorini may be the most photographed scenery in the world. Between the 21st and 16th centuries BC, the Minoans lived on the island, which was later flooded and preserved under a blanket of volcanic ash. It is believed that the effects of the volcano led indirectly to the collapse of the Minoan civilization.

The following Shore Excursions are available for this port on this cruise, and may be reserved beginning 180 days before the cruise begins.

Santorini Shopping Experience
Tour Code: JTR-001
Duration: 3 1/2 hours
Retail Value: $99.00
Price: Free

If you love sightseeing and shopping, then don't miss this opportunity to explore the charming villages and shops of Santorini.

After a brief tender ride to the port of Athinios, you will depart the pier for the scenic drive by coach to the northern tip of the island, and visit Oia. This quaint little village was once the home of wealthy seafarers. Still evident are their old, two-story mansions painted in a spectrum of pleasing pastel colors. During a walking tour through Oia's narrow cobbled streets, you will come across many tiny shops offering a varied and unusual collection of handmade works of ceramic art, paintings and semi-precious jewelry. Coffee shops perched on the edge of the cliffs offer spectacular views of Fira and the volcano.

Following your visit to Oia, your tour will conclude near the Metropolis Church in Fira, the capital of Santorini, which is perched on the volcano's caldera. Upon arrival, you will have the option of descending to the port via cable car, or staying in town for sightseeing, shopping or browsing before returning to the ship independently.

Please note: Interior visits of the monastery are not permitted. Guests are encouraged to wear comfortable walking shoes for this tour, which includes many steps and cobblestone sidewalks. Lines may be encountered for the cable cars during the busy summer season. Some walking is necessary, as there is a 2-block interval between the cable car station and the coach meeting point.

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Terms & Conditions:

Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tours operate rain or shine. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.