Santorini Brewery Tour: Beyond Caldera's Trodden Lanes

Beer tasting in Santorini

Combine panoramic views from the island’s highest peak with an exclusive Santorini brewery tour

Who says you can’t have sweeping vistas and exceptional craft beer in one afternoon? This private tour brings together the best of both worlds. From the most breathtaking viewpoint to a pioneering brewery, get ready to learn all about the island’s volcanic history, uncover the art of modern brewing and enjoy a curated tasting that proves Santorinian beer can be just as sophisticated as its wines.

  • Price: From €259
  • Meeting Point: Pick-up from accommodation
  • Start Time: Individually customizable
  • Capacity: Up to 8 participants, for larger groups please send inquiry
  • Language: English or Greek
  • Activity Level: Easy
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Cruise Suitability: Yes
  • Wheelchair Friendliness: No
  • Available: May to October

Go behind the scenes with insider stories only locals know and craft beers that showcase true innovation

Highlights of your Santorini Brewery Tour: Beyond Caldera’s Trodden Lanes

  • Soak in stunning 360° views from Profitis Ilias while listening to how a massive volcanic eruption shaped Santorini’s landscape
  • Discover how local inspiration and innovative techniques come together to create beers that rival the island’s famous wines
  • Get VIP access to FTELOS’ production areas normally closed to the public, following the full brewing journey from ingredients to bottling
  • Taste 6 craft beers alongside a beer expert, paired with a thoughtfully designed 4-stage degustation menu

How your Santorini Brewery Tour: Beyond Caldera’s Trodden Lanes unfolds

Kick things off at Profitis Ilias

After your private pick-up, it’s time to kickstart your adventure at Santorini’s highest spot. Sitting at 567 meters above sea level, Profitis Ilias is the most spectacular vantage point. And once you set foot there, you’ll immediately understand why.

Imagine watching the dramatic caldera cliffs and the endless Aegean stretching to the horizon while your guide explains how volcanic eruptions shaped not just the landscape but the island’s soil, settlements and way of life. 

You’ll also learn about the historic monastery that crowns the peak and its role in local culture, the perfect introduction to understanding Santorini’s true essence.

Enjoy a VIP all-access tour of Ftelos Brewery

Up next, you head to FTELOS Brewery for an experience most visitors never get: exclusive behind-the-scenes access to all facilities, including the production area normally off-limits to the public. 

Led by a member of the FTELOS team, you’ll follow the complete brewing journey, from ingredient selection to fermentation and bottling. The cherry on top? Along the way, you’ll discover how volcanic terroir and local inspiration influence each beer’s development.

Indulge in a mouthwatering beer tasting 

If the above sounds exciting, just wait till you try the brewery’s signature labels. At the restaurant, a beer expert guides you through a curated tasting of 6 FTELOS craft beers, paired with a 4-course degustation menu designed to complement the flavors in your glass.

From hoppy IPAs to rich stouts, you’ll savor a wide range while uncovering what makes each brew special.

Wrap up your Santorini beer tour full of memories

Once the tasting is over, your driver takes you back to your chosen location, whether that’s your hotel, a restaurant or anywhere else on the island.

By day’s end, you’ll have insider knowledge and a whole new appreciation for what makes Santorini special beyond its famous sunsets.

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This 4-hour experience is best for:

  • Craft brew lovers looking to explore Santorini’s emerging beer scene, which is just as impressive as its wine scene
  • Travelers seeking a mix of cultural sightseeing and modern experiences that go beyond the typical caldera tours
  • Couples or small groups looking for a private, relaxed outing that blends panoramic views with exceptional food and drink pairings
A man inside FTELOS' brewery production area

Why choose us for your Santorini Brewery Tour: Beyond Caldera’s Trodden Lanes

True local expertise

Nearly 2 decades of showing the island means we share the kind of context and backstory that you can’t just Google.

Fun, attentive guides

We know how to balance education with entertainment, keeping things lively while answering every question you throw our way

Best local partners

FTELOS received the award for “Most Innovative Brewery” at the 2021 Nutrition Awards. And they bring this same level of excellence to every tour.

VIP experience

This goes far beyond a standard tasting room visit. You’re learning insider information about the island and getting access to the inner workings of the brewery.

5/5 review rating

With over 1,120 5-star reviews highlighting our guides’ expertise, rest assured that this experience will deliver on its promise.

Effortless communication

Dietary needs? Special requests? We handle inquiries promptly and thoroughly, eliminating guesswork from the planning process.

"Kathryn and Vacillie were great hosts."

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