Santorini's Akrotiri: Exclusive Lost City & Minoan Pompeii

We were lucky enough to have Georgia fit us in for a private guided tour of Akrotiri at the last minute. She was kind enough to arrange round-trip transportation to the site and meet us there. Our tour flew by as Georgia (an officially licensed guide) provided fascinating details about Akrotiri, supplemented by images on her iPad to help us understand the history and significance behind the ruins and ongoing excavation. The archeological site provides very little signage and information, so having a tour with someone of Georgia’s caliber was really necessary. If you’re planning to visit the site, it’s so worth it to have Georgia bring it all to life for you!

My wife and I had a fabulous and informative private tour of Akrotiri with Georgia Dimas in May 2024. Georgia has expert level knowledge of Akrotiri. Her use of media on her tablet added to the tour’s quality. Georgia is very personable and she speaks fluent English Her presentation was very well crafted and she was responsive in reply to our many questions. The pace of the 90 minute tour was very comfortable. We highly recommend Georgia to lead your tour of Akrotiri and we suspect her tours of other sights in Santorini and Athens would be equally great.

Seeing the pottery with the original drawings that the archeologists were able to preserve. Enjoyed learning about how the ancient community adapted to have access to water.

Seeing how people lived thousands of years ago, water, art, homes, streets, furnishings, it was incredible. The downside is our guide went through quite quickly, walking past some sights that we would liked to have paused to ask questions and learn more.

I chose Georgia’s tour based on rating…and I wholeheartedly add my recommendation!! Her passion and knowledge made the tour a great experience. To walk thru the excavation on your own without understanding and appreciating what you’re viewing is a waste, because there are only a few placards (and they don’t offer detailed descriptions). Her knowledge and iPad supplemental pictures were interesting and informative!! She went at our pace and we were very comfortable asking questions. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

Our guide was terrific. Very knowledgeable and engaging. She knew her material and explained many things.

Guide Georgia brought the exposed parts of the town to life. She pointed out the “modern” features we did not expect in 3600 year old town. A must see for anyone interested in history or archeology

Convenient hotel pick up and return by friendly/ experienced drivers. Had to buy our entrance tickets. Guide was knowledgeable. Just did her script. Next…..

We had great tour with a wonderful guide. Georgia was very informative, knowledgeable, and friendly. She was very efficient in her presentation, and answered all our questions. She kept the tour moving and it's very clear that she takes pride in the Akrotiri Archeological Site. We highly recommend her and the tour. We had a private family tour.

Tour guide Mariana explained many details of beautiful Akrotiri. You can certainly tour this site by yourself, however having the knowledgeable guide made it come alive for us. We were picked up from our hotel in Oia on time by a professional driver and followed a scenic route to Akrotiri. Highly recommended!