Santorini: Three Wineries and One Brewery Tour with Tastings

Santorini tastes like nowhere else. This 4.5-hour guided tour strings together 3 wineries and one local brewery, so you learn how Santorini’s volcanic setting shapes its winemaking, and you get to sample 12 wines and 3 beers. I love that the day is built around proper tastings, not just quick photo stops.

I also love the pairing side of the experience, with local cheese and dry breads served alongside the pours, plus an English-speaking guide who helps you connect the flavors to the island itself. One drawback to plan for: you’re moving between multiple sites in a half-day window, so it’s not the best fit if you want a slow, laid-back afternoon or you prefer not to do alcohol tastings.

Key Things I’d Prioritize

• Brewery first, then wine: start at Santorini Brewing Company for 3 local beers before heading to the wineries
• 12 wine tastings, not a token pour: you’ll go through a wide range of wines with expert guidance
• Underground cellar time: Art Space includes a visit to underground cellars, a true Santorini-style twist
• Volcanic soil explained in plain language: you’ll learn why the island’s growing conditions matter
• Traditional methods meet modern aesthetics: Estate Argyros uses mules to plow and grape byproducts to enrich soil
• Small-group or private options: better pacing and more time to ask questions

Santorini Wine and Beer, Built for a Half-Day

If you have only a few hours in Santorini, this tour is a smart way to pack in variety without juggling taxis or timing. You’re not just tasting for the sake of tasting. The point is to understand why Santorini wines taste different, from the island’s volcanic soil to the way local vineyards are managed.

The format is practical: you’re picked up from multiple areas around the caldera and guided in a van to each stop. Along the way, the tour’s structure keeps you from feeling rushed at the wineries. The tastings come with pairing bites like cheese and dry breads, so you can taste more clearly instead of getting swallowed by sweetness or alcohol heat.

And yes, you get beer too. That makes the day feel more Santorini, less wine-bus-and-back. You start at the brewery, then move into wineries with very different vibes, from cozy and art-filled to more modern estate settings.

The 4.5-Hour Route: What the Timing Feels Like

The day runs about 4.5 hours, and the pacing is built around three winery tastings plus a shorter brewery tasting. In the standard flow, you can expect something like this:

• Van ride about 30 minutes after pickup
• Santorini Brewing Company beer tasting for about 20 minutes
• Short transfers between stops, with quick van breaks
• Art Space Winery: about 1 hour of wine tasting
• Estate Argyros: about 75 minutes
• Final tasting stop, typically Anhydrous Cellar Door: about 75 minutes
• Then another transfer back to your drop-off area

Those time blocks matter. You have enough time to settle in at each place, but the schedule also keeps the day moving so you don’t get stuck in a long line or a slow group tour. It’s especially useful during the busier months, when winery entrances can feel chaotic on your own.

One more logistics note: the tour is not set up for wheelchair users, and it’s also not listed as suitable for people with heart problems or pregnant women. If any of those apply to you, it’s worth choosing an alternative that matches your needs.

Stop 1: Santorini Brewing Company and the 3-Beer Start

You begin at Santorini Brewing Company, and the order is a clever one. Beer first helps you find your palate before you start tasting wine, and it keeps the day from feeling one-note.

Expect a tasting that includes 3 local beers in roughly 20 minutes. That short block is intentional. You get a taste of the brewery culture, then you head out toward the vineyards while you still feel fresh.

I like this opener because it gives you a quick win early in the day. Also, brewery stops tend to feel more casual, so it’s a good moment to relax, ask questions, and settle into the island rhythm before the more formal winery tastings begin.

If you’re bringing a friend who isn’t the biggest wine person, this start can be the reason they end up loving the tour. Beer lovers get their moment, and wine lovers still get plenty of structure later.

Art Space Winery in Exo Gonia: Underground Cellars and a Creative Setting

Next up is Art Space Winery, set in the village of Exo Gonia. The experience here is designed to feel memorable beyond just the tasting glasses. You’ll have about 1 hour at the winery, and part of that time includes a visit to the underground cellars.

Why that matters: underground cellars naturally control temperature, so you get a sense of the practical side of winemaking, not just the marketing side. It also adds a sense of drama to the tour, like you’re stepping into the island’s working heart.

Art Space is also known for having a distinctive atmosphere, and that’s reflected in the way tastings are presented. The tour format usually pairs your pours with bites like local cheese and dry breads, which helps you notice differences between wines instead of only tasting alcohol intensity.

A practical tip: if you’re the type who likes to ask questions, Art Space is a great stop for it. The time is long enough that your group can actually have a conversation, not just stand in a line and move on.

Estate Argyros: Modern Aesthetic, Traditional Fieldwork

Then you head to Estate Argyros, where the tasting lasts about 75 minutes. This is a standout stop because it links two things you want to understand on Santorini: how the island’s grapes are grown, and how the winery keeps production grounded in traditional methods.

Here’s what makes Argyros especially interesting: you’re told how the winery still uses mules to plow the fields, and how grape byproducts are used to enrich the soil. That kind of detail isn’t trivia. It’s your clue to why the wine feels connected to place, not manufactured to a style.

Expect a modern look in the estate setting, paired with a message that the work underneath stays traditional. You’ll taste several wines during this long stop, and it’s usually the part of the day where you can slow down and compare.

If you’re tasting and thinking, I should remember what that one was like, this is where you’ll start getting confident. You have time to compare, and the pairing bites help you re-set your palate between pours.

Anhydrous Cellar Door, Plus the Other Possible Final Wineries

Your final winery stop is ANHYDROUS Cellar Door in the standard itinerary, with about 75 minutes of tasting time. The tour can also end at one of these alternatives depending on availability: Hatzidakis Winery, Venetsanos Winery, or Artemis Karamolegos Winery.

This last stop is where you typically get your biggest payoff. By this point, you’ve already tasted in different settings, and now you can focus on the differences that matter: aroma, texture, and how the wine finishes after the pairing bites.

Even if the specific winery changes, the structure stays the same: you’re finishing with a guided tasting session that leans into Santorini’s volcanic identity. If you’re trying to bring home a bottle, this is also the most useful time to ask what they think you should buy based on what you liked earlier in the day.

Pairings That Actually Help You Taste

Most wine tours pour wine and hand you bread. This one goes further with pairing support, including local cheese and dry breads (plus other Greek-style snack bites during tastings).

That pairing is not just for filling space. It helps you keep your palate balanced. Cheese can highlight saltiness and acidity, bread can reduce the sharp edge of strong flavors, and the overall snack setup makes it easier to compare one wine to the next without getting lost.

If you want to get the most from the tasting, take small sips, then pause. Let the pairing bite reset you. You’ll notice more differences that way, especially across a full lineup like 12 wines.

Also, because the tour is designed for a guided group, you’ll have a chance to ask what you’re picking up. Names and styles can blur when you taste quickly, but the tour’s pacing helps you keep track.

Guide and Driver: Why This Tour Gets Almost Perfect Marks

What really drives the experience is the human factor. In the field, the best part isn’t fancy vehicles. It’s people who can explain what you’re seeing and tasting without turning it into a lecture.

This tour runs with a live English-speaking guide, and you may meet guides like Billy, Panos, Nikolaas, or others. Drivers like Nick, Yiannis, or John also get mentioned often for being friendly, patient, and happy to share island context along the way.

The standout pattern in the feedback is simple: guides give you enough time at each winery, and they answer questions in a way that makes you feel comfortable. That’s why this tour works so well even if you’re not a hardcore wine person. You’re guided toward understanding, not forced into pretending you know everything.

Transport also matters on Santorini. Getting to wineries across the island is time-consuming if you’re doing it alone. Here, the van is part of the value. The transport is described as highly rated, with about 95% of reviewers giving it a perfect score, which lines up with what you want for a day that includes tastings and drives.

Price and Value: Is $200 Reasonable for a 4.5-Hour Tasting Day?

At $200 per person for roughly 4.5 hours, you’re paying for three things: access, guidance, and a real tasting lineup.

You’re not just buying drinks. You’re paying for:

• Pickup and drop-off from a range of Santorini towns
• Guided tastings at multiple wineries
• 12 different wines and 3 local beers included
• Pairing support with cheese and snack bites
• A structured route that saves you from logistics headaches

If you’ve ever paid for winery tastings separately, the math can change fast. Some tastings are priced by glass, and wineries may charge extra for the tasting experience when you walk in. Here, the total package adds up to a more predictable cost, especially if you want variety across the island in one day.

So yes, $200 isn’t cheap. But for what you get, it can feel like a bargain compared to piecing together multiple paid tastings plus transportation plus time spent planning.

Who Should Book, and Who Should Skip This One

This is a great fit if you:

• Want a guided, structured tasting day on Santorini
• Like both wine and beer, or you’re traveling with someone who does
• Appreciate hands-on details, like underground cellars and how vineyards are worked
• Prefer not to drive or hire transfers between scattered wineries

It’s likely not a great fit if you:

• Use a wheelchair, since wheelchair access isn’t listed
• Have heart problems, since it’s not considered suitable
• Are pregnant, since it’s not listed as suitable
• Want zero alcohol involvement, since the day centers on tastings

Also note the basic rules: no pets, and no smoking.

Should You Book This Santorini Wine and Brewery Tour?

If you want one confident plan for your half day, I’d book this. It hits the sweet spot: brewery plus three wineries, 12 wines plus 3 beers, pairing bites, and a route that keeps things moving without turning the stops into a sprint.

I’d especially book it if you care about learning the why behind the wine, not just collecting the next glass. The details about volcanic soil, local grape growing, underground cellars, and practices like mules and soil enrichment give you something to take home, even if you’re not buying a cellar full.

Skip it if you need a quiet, slow day, or if alcohol tastings would make the experience stressful. For most visitors, though, this is one of the best ways to taste Santorini in a single afternoon.

FAQ

How long is the Santorini Three Wineries and One Brewery tour?

The tour duration is 4.5 hours.

How much does it cost?

The price is $200 per person.

Where does the tour start?

It starts at Santorini Brewing Company.

What tastings are included?

You’ll taste 12 different wines and 3 local beers, with cheese pairing included.

How long do the tastings take at each stop?

In the standard route, Santorini Brewing Company is about 20 minutes, Art Space Winery is about 1 hour, Estate Argyros is about 75 minutes, and the final stop at ANHYDROUS Cellar Door is about 75 minutes.

Which wineries might be included as the last stop?

The tour ends at ANHYDROUS Winery, Hatzidakis Winery, Venetsanos Winery, or Artemis Karamolegos Winery, depending on availability.

Is the tour guide available in English?

Yes, the live tour guide is English-speaking.

Do I need my own transportation?

No. Pickup and drop-off are included, with multiple pickup and drop-off locations around Santorini.

Is smoking or pets allowed?

Pets are not allowed, and smoking is not allowed.

Is it suitable for everyone?

It is not suitable for wheelchair users, pregnant women, or people with heart problems.

Can I cancel if my plans change?

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.