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Santorini Private Small-Group Customizable Tour

Santorini Private Small-Group Customizable Tour

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Getting a taste of Santorini couldn’t be easier with this private guided tour. As well as exploring popular sights like the village of Olia, with its blue-domed churches, and Red Beach, your local guide will show you hidden gems—including a traditional village and a monastery at the island’s highest point. There’s also the opportunity to swim and enjoy lunch (own expense) on Perivolos Beach.

Languages: language.el English Spanish
📍Oia, Greece
🏢Operated by Santorini i-Land Tours

Highlights

  • ✓Minivan pick-up from your chosen location is included
  • ✓Visit two beaches, with time to swim and enjoy lunch by the sea (not included)
  • ✓Panoramic views from Akrotiri Lighthouse and the hilltop Monastery oF Profitis
  • ✓Explore locations only the locals know about

What you'll see & do

  • ✓Optional Visit: Discover the charm of Oia, Santorini’s most iconic village, known for its whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches, and world-famous sunsets. Stroll through cobblestone lanes, browse boutique shops and galleries, and take in breathtaking caldera views over the Aegean Sea. This highlight is typically included in our 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8-hour custom tours, giving you the chance to experience the island’s most photographed destination.
  • ✓Optional Visit: One of Santorini’s most iconic landmarks, the Three Bells of Fira sits above the caldera with its striking blue dome and famous bell tower. From here, enjoy one of the island’s best viewpoints, perfect for photos of the dramatic cliffs, the volcano, and the sparkling Aegean Sea. This stop is included in our 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8-hour custom tours, offering a must-see moment during your visit to Fira.
  • ✓Optional Visit: Step back in time as you explore Megalochori, a traditional village filled with narrow alleys, stone mansions, and charming churches. Known for its authentic character and peaceful atmosphere, it offers a glimpse of Santorini away from the crowds, with inviting tavernas and hidden corners to discover. This highlight could typically be included in our 4, 5, 6, and 8-hour custom tours, making it an ideal stop for those seeking the island’s true local charm.
  • ✓Optional visit: Once the island’s capital, Pyrgos is a traditional hillside village with winding alleys, charming squares, and beautifully preserved stone houses. From its Venetian castle ruins at the top, enjoy sweeping views across Santorini while exploring one of the island’s most authentic and less-crowded gems. This stop could be included in our 5, 6, and 8-hour custom tours, offering both history and local charm in a stunning setting.
  • ✓Optional Visit: Relax at Perivolos, Santorini’s famous black-sand beach, stretching along the island’s southeastern coast. With its crystal-clear waters, lively beach bars, and inviting tavernas, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy the sun, swim, or simply take in the unique volcanic scenery. This stop could be typically included in our 5, 6, and 8-hour custom tours, offering a blend of leisure and island beauty.
  • ✓Optional Visit: One of Santorini’s most unique natural wonders, Red Beach is famous for its dramatic red volcanic cliffs that contrast strikingly with the deep blue sea. A short walk leads you to this extraordinary landscape, perfect for photos, a swim, or simply admiring the island’s volcanic beauty. This stop could be included in our 5 (instead of the black beach), 6, and 8-hour custom tours, showcasing one of Santorini’s most remarkable coastal sights.
  • ✓Optional Visit: Perched on the southern tip of Santorini, the Akrotiri Lighthouse offers stunning panoramic views over the caldera and the endless Aegean Sea. It’s one of the island’s most scenic spots, especially beautiful in the late afternoon when the light paints the horizon. This stop could be included in our 6, and 8-hour custom tours, adding a breathtaking viewpoint to your journey around Santorini.
  • ✓Optional Visit: At 565 meters above sea level, the Prophet Elias Monastery marks the highest point of Santorini, offering unmatched panoramic views across the island and the Aegean Sea. This historic site, dating back to the 18th century, combines cultural heritage with breathtaking scenery. This stop could be included in our 6 and 8-hour custom tours, giving you the chance to see Santorini from its most spectacular vantage point.
  • ✓Optional visit: Step into Santorini’s ancient past at the Akrotiri Archaeological Site, a remarkably well-preserved Minoan Bronze Age settlement. Often called the “Pompeii of the Aegean,” this fascinating site reveals houses, frescoes, and artifacts that were buried under volcanic ash for centuries. This stop could be included in our 6, and 8-hour custom tours, offering a unique journey through history alongside the island’s natural beauty. Please note that entrance tickets and guided tour of the site are not included in the tour rate, and can be optionally acquired on spot.
  • ✓Optional visit: Discover the historic windmills of Emporio, a charming village that showcases traditional Cycladic architecture. These iconic structures, set against the backdrop of Santorini’s rolling hills, offer a glimpse into the island’s agricultural past and are perfect for photography and exploration. This stop can be included in our 6, or 8-hour custom tours, giving you a taste of Santorini’s authentic village life and heritage.
  • ✓Optional visit: Explore Emporio Castelli, the fortified heart of Santorini’s largest village, where narrow alleys, stone houses, and historic towers tell the story of the island’s past. Climb to the top for panoramic views and wander through a charming mix of traditional architecture and hidden corners. This stop could be included in our 6, or 8-hour custom tours, offering a blend of history, culture, and local charm.
  • ✓Optional visit: Experience the flavors of Santorini at Santo Wines, one of the island’s most renowned wineries (travelers expense). Enjoy wine tastings of local varieties while taking in panoramic views of the caldera, the sea, and the island’s iconic vineyards. This stop could be included in our 5, 6, or 8-hour custom tours, combining Santorini’s rich viticulture with stunning scenery. Alternatively, we can include also a visit the Santo winery with the option Must-See & Santo Winery Visit (6 hours in total) with the winery costs included in the price.
  • ✓Explore the best of Santorini on a tour tailored to your interests. You can visit any of the sights listed above—Oia, Fira, Megalochori, Perivolos Black Beach, Red Beach, Akrotiri Lighthouse, Prophet Elias, Pyrgos, Akrotiri Archaeological Site, Windmills of Emporio, Emporio Castelli, or Santo Wines—as long as it fits within your chosen time frame. Traveling time between sites is included in the tour duration, so kindly note that there specific number of the above places we can visit during our tour and it depends on the tour time you acquire.
  • ✓Optional Visit: Visit one of the most traditional wineries on the island at your own expenses. We can include also a visit the winery with the option Must-See & Wine Tasting (6h) with the winery costs included in the price. Alternative wineries are the Gaia winery and Art Space winery.

What's included

  • ✓Private transportation
  • ✓All Fees and Taxes
  • ✓Bottled water
  • ✓English-speaking local guide
  • ✓Hotel/port/airport pickup and drop-off

What's not included

  • ✓Personal expenses & gratuities (optional)
  • ✓Cable car tickets (10 EUR per person, per way) for cruise ship travelers
  • ✓Entrance fees at museums (optional visits)
  • ✓Lunch at a seaside restaurant (optional)
  • ✓Any optional winery visit
  • ✓Option for winery visit and wine tasting of 4 wines (upon booking selection)

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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

We will pick you up outside of your hotel or the closest accesible point. You will receive a message until one day prior to your tour date. Cruise ship passengers will be picked up at the top (exit) of the cable car in Fira town.

Cancellation policy

  • •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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