Best of Santorini Private 5-Hour Highlights Tour

5.0
(410 reviews)
Santorini, Greece

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

See the best of Santorini your way on a flexible 5-hour private tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Discover iconic Oia, the breathtaking caldera views of Firostefani and Imerovigli, traditional Pyrgos, Prophet Elias, Akrotiri Lighthouse and the famous Red Beach. Finish at Perissa’s Black Sand Beach, where complimentary sunbeds and umbrellas are provided for you to relax by the sea. Travel comfortably in a private vehicle and enjoy an itinerary that can be tailored to your interests and pace. Hotel, airport, port and cable car pickup options make the experience easy and convenient, especially for cruise ship travelers with limited time on the island.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Restroom on board
Gratuities
Cable car ticket if arriving by cruise ship (6 euro per person/per way)
Alcoholic Beverages
Akrotiri excavation ticket (12 euro per person)
Akrotiri excavation

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup and drop-off are included from hotels and accommodations across Santorini. Your private tour begins at your confirmed pickup time. Pickup is also available from Santorini Airport and Athinios Port. Cruise ship passengers are met at the upper exit of the Santorini Cable Car in Fira. Exact pickup details will be confirmed before the tour.

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Meeting point

Complimentary pickup from hotels, Airbnb accommodations, Santorini Airport, Athinios Port and the Cable Car Upper Station. Detailed pickup instructions are provided one day before the tour.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Firostefani

    A perfect place for pictures, with an amazing view and the iconic three bells church.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Imerovigli

    Next up is Imerovigli! The highest village of the island and the place in Caldera that is closest to the Volcano.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Oia

    Our next stop will be none other than Oia! The famous village of Santorini, that has unmatched beauty and an incredible architecture. You will have the opportunity to walk the marbles of Oia, shop, have lunch/dinner and then our guide will take you around Oia for pictures, leisure time and a visit to Blue Dome church!

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Pyrgos

    We are heading out to the village of Pyrgos that is a photographer's paradise and is famous for its narrow alleys and maze-like streets. It's a truly beautiful village with friendly villagers.

    35 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    We will then climb up the mountain to the highest point in the island, the Prophet Elias Monastery and see a panoramic view of Santorini in all its glory.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Akrotiri Lighthouse

    Continuing on we will go to the Lighthouse of Santorini that is located in Akrotiri. One of the most beautiful places in the island that is perfect for pictures and has a unique Venetian architecture.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Red Beach

    After the Lighthouse we will go to the Red Beach of Santorini that was created by the volcanic eruption . There you can walk up the Beach and see it in its full length and take pictures of the rocky slides!

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Perissa Black Sand Beach

    Visit Perivolos famous Black Sand Beach, where you can relax by the sea, enjoy free use of sunbeds and umbrellas provided by us, and spend your time at your own pace.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Santorini24hr

Tags

Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
Additional fees
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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