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.

Prehistoric Museum and Nomikos Foundation
Tour Code: JTR-002
Duration: 3 1/2 hours
Retail Value: $119.00
Price: Free

Explore the unparalleled beauty and ancient history of Greece during this visit to a Prehistoric Museum on the volcanic island of Santorini.

Your tour will start from the port of Athinios, where guests will depart for the drive to the Prehistoric Museum. Upon arrival, guests will receive a guided tour of the museum, which houses the bounty from the excavation site of Akrotiri. The exhibition is structured in four units; the history and research of Thira, geology of Thira, island history from the late-Neolithic to late-Cycladic I Period, and a presentation of the plan and architecture of the city. Next, you'll proceed to the Nomikos Foundation for a tour of the facilities, and a look at the numerous exquisite works of art.

Continuing to the Zafora Restaurant and cliffside veranda on the caldera, guests are sure to enjoy a delicious lunch consisting of a typical Greek meze snack and wine, along with an amazing view, and photo opportunities of the ancient land and sea below. Your tour concludes with a short walk to the cable car, which will take you back to the town of Thira.

Please note: Please wear comfortable walking shoes as there are many steps and cobblestone sidewalks. Also, please keep in mind that there may be lines for the cable cars during the busy summer season. There is a steep uphill walk and several steps from the parking stop in Thira town to the cable car. It is not considered suitable for guests who utilize a wheelchair. Those with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. Caps and flat, comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

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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.