Spend the day immersed in Santorini culture and history on an excursion that takes you up the rugged slopes of the island's caldera. You'll discover Pyrgos and Megalochori, remarkably preserved villages of Cycladic and neoclassical architecture. Stroll through the rustic streets and marvel at homes that have been dug into the volcanic rock. From here, it's off to Canava Lygnos for a stroll (and a sip) through Santorini's past. This traditional distillery has been transformed into an open-air museum that provides an authentic taste of a bygone era. Visit the barrel makers workshop, the village coffee shop, the distillery and other stops where things are still done in the time-honored ways. After exploring, sit down for a spirited tasting of Greek ouzo, raki and mastixa. Toast a great experience before heading back to Fira Town for some free time to shop and explore on your own, before returning back to Athinios pier to catch the tender back to the ship. This tour is provided by an operator that has been third-party certified to meet the Global Sustainable Tourism Council's Criteria for Tour Operators.