Santorini Private Sightseeing Tour: 6-Hr Personalized Exploration of Beautiful Spots
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66 Ratings
Oia
Discover the stunning beauty of Santorini on a personalized 6-hour private sightseeing tour. Visit iconic spots like Red Beach, the Monastery of Profitis Ilias, and Oia with an expert local guide.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Oia - First, travel to the northern part of the island and visit the well-known village of Oia. Oia, with its picturesque blue-domed churches and breathtaking panoramic views, is one of Europe’s most photographed places and a must-see.
- Megalochori - Leaving from the north, drive through steep hills and dry grassland to reach Megalochori, another traditional village in the island’s center. Feel free to stroll the narrow pathways and take photos of the beautiful tiered bell towers along the way. Hundreds of tiny whitewashed houses with graceful architecture, beautiful blue-domed churches, and underground cave dwellings make up this settlement. You will learn about local culture and lifestyle in this picturesque and non-touristic setting.
- Akrotiri Lighthouse - Travel southwest to the Lighthouse. It was built in 1892 and is regarded as one of the best of its kind in the Cycladic Islands, as well as an excellent place to watch the sunset. Walk around it on the cliffs or sit on the rocks by the sea. A significant number of surrounding islands may be visible on a clear day.
- Red Beach - Then, travel to Santorini’s most famous beach, Red Beach, a unique natural phenomenon, and capture breathtaking images of the volcanic scenery and reddish cliffs.
- Perivolos Beach - After a ten-minute drive, arrive at the island’s southernmost point and relax on Perivolos’ black beach, which features fantastic seaside restaurants and crystal clear waters. You will have time to walk, swim in the Aegean Sea, and eat lunch at a seaside Greek restaurant while you are here (not included).
- Monastery of Profitis Ilias - Back on the minivan, driving through vineyard-filled terrain, you’ll reach the island’s highest point, the monastery of Prophet Elias, at 565 meters above sea level. Sip some wine and sample local products made by the monks who live in this old monastery built in 1711 while admiring the panoramic views of the entire island.
What's Included
- English-speaking local tour guide
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- All fees and taxes included
- Hotel, port, and airport pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses & gratuities (optional)
- Cable car tickets (6 EUR per person, per way) for cruise ship travelers
- Entrance fees at museums (optional visits)
- Lunch at a seaside restaurant (optional)
- Optional Spanish-Speaking Guide
Additional Information
Embark on a 6-hour Santorini Private Sightseeing Tour, a comprehensive trip to one of the most picturesque islands on the globe. Experience the best of this Greek island, from the spectacular Red Beach to the venerable Monastery of Profitis Ilias and timeless Oia, famous for its blue-domed churches. With a knowledgeable local guide attending solely to you, effortlessly navigate the island’s landmarks. The tour includes convenient hotel pickups and drop-offs, and offers numerous departure times, catering to both hotel guests and cruise passengers.
- Most travelers can participate. However, this tour requires a certain amount of walking (with areas only accessible on foot), some stairs, and slopes. Participants should have a moderate physical fitness level; however, we always find the best alternative solutions to accommodate each traveler’s needs.
- Meeting point for cruise passengers is top of cruise port’s cable car
- The rest of the time will be spent on the vehicle while moving from one place to the other
Location
Oia
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Jolig697
May 22, 2024
Excellent Day - Dimitrius was very knowledgeable - every silly question I asked he answered and was flexible and patience with us. The minute he picked us up at the ferry I felt in good hands for me and my two sons. I never felt rushed or that stops dragged on. He was very good a judging the pace in which we wanted to go. This was the perfect way to see the entire island while waiting for your room to be available after arriving on an early ferry. I learned so much about history, culture, agriculture and geology. I would highly recommend this tour
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Dayle_s
May 19, 2024
Fantastic day ! - Our private guide, Dora, was amazing. She catered to what we wanted to see on the island of Santorini and did not disappoint. We learned so much about the islands history ! Definitely would recommend this tour !
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Vacation60008737745
May 16, 2024
Santorini guided tour - We booked this tour to be able to see more of Santorini. Our guide Dimitri was great. He took us to all the highlights and gave us the history. We wanted to see a winery and he was able to book us a tour and tasting. He was such a nice person and so knowledgeable and fun. We would highly recommend this!!!
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Minniemed
May 5, 2024
Best Santorini tour. - Best Santorini tour!!!!!! Archie was our tour guide. He was so knowledgeable about everything. He made us feel so welcome. The wine tasting was extraordinary. Enjoyed it so much!!!!! We didn't gain just a tour guide, but a friend in Santorini. Thank you for an awesome tour and for making us feel so at easy. Will come back !!!!!
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A7828sk_
Apr 23, 2024
A must do tour with a great tour guide - One of the greatest tours I’ ve ever had with Argyris! Both my husband and I got to see the beauty of the island and learn some interesting stuff about the local culture! Sure a must do thing when in Santorini!
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Coastal370605
Apr 23, 2024
Fantastic tour! - We had an amazing six-hour tour exploring Santorini with my friends and seeing the island's highlights! Oia was like a dream. We really enjoyed our time in Megalochori and the other beaches. A delicious lunch was waiting for us at the black sand beach. We ended our trip on top of a mountain. Highly recommend this tour, especially with our exceptional guide, Archie!
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Norathexplr
Apr 9, 2024
Take this as a sign to stop your search and book with Santorini i-Land Tours NOW! - If you are considering any tour/experience in Santorini, then look no further and book ASAP with Santorini i-Land Tours! From pick up to drop off, the whole experience was 10/10 and our guide, Argyris (aka Archie), was AMAZING! He picked us up from our hotel and took us all over the island to the best spots! His knowledge and fun facts of the island were top notch and he was always ready and willing to take photos of us! He was also very accommodating to make the most of our tour and to make sure we enjoyed ever second! So go on and book now - I promise you will not regret it!
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Girija199
Apr 8, 2024
Santorini Land Tours - we used their services for a customized five hour sightseeing tour of Santorini covering all the important places. The vehicle provided was very clean and comfortable with bottled water for our consumption. The driver cum guide, Argyris, was indeed excellent. He was knowledgeable and very good in communication. He speaks several languages and displays a lot patience in explaining all the history and geography of the place. His way of pointing out the subtle nuances and all details made our experience memorable!
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Grigoria
Mar 2, 2024
Exceptional tour - Exceptional 6-hour private tour in Santorini with Archie! His enthusiasm and knowledge added immense value. Gavalas winery visit was a highlight, with Archie presenting and guiding us through a delightful tasting. A must for those seeking a personalized and enjoyable experience!
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Xaroula
Feb 22, 2024
Great tour & guide - My family and I visited this unique gem of the Greek islands and we really enjoyed our stay on Santorini! We were lucky enough to find this tour and had a compete overview of most of the island! Our guide was really pleasant and knowledgable and we couldn't have any better experience!!! Highly recommended
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