Full Day Private Tour to Santorini
Description
The tour can cover all the area of Santorini. Guest can see all the sightseeing of santorini and all the traditional Villages as oia Pyrgos and Megalochori. As a visitor, you will be immersed in the warm and relaxed atmosphere of picturesque villages, admire local architectural styles, take pictures of breathtaking panoramic views (including the caldera), discover locations of historical interest and, in the process, will grasp the very essence of the island.
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We start our tour making our way to Firostefani. Lying to the north of Fira, the village of Firostefani, ‘crown of Fira’, owes its name from its elevated position. Indeed, the breathtaking views of Fira and the volcano from the village are truly unforgettable. One of the highlights here will be the visit to the Blue Domed Church – the iconic church that has adorned the cover of so many brochures and guidebooks.
Continuing to the northwest of Fira, we reach Imerovigli. At about 300 meters above sea level, Imerovigli is very often referred to as the "balcony of the Aegean" and it definitely lives up to this name by offering a most spectacular view of the Aegean sunset. Other highlights are the many churches in typical Cycladic architecture, especially the church of Ai-Stratis and the Monastery of St. Nikolaos, as well as Skaros Rock which features the remains of a medieval fortress.
We are on our way now to Oia, definitely the most famous village of Santorini and one of unrivalled beauty. Certainly, there is no shortage here of attractions to intrigue the visitor - the glorious sunset, houses built in niches inside the volcanic rock, blue roofed churches, inspiring views and idyllic atmosphere will generously reward the visitor to this unique place.
Next comes a special destination slightly off the beaten track. Pyrgos Village exhibits all the magic of Santorini and trademark panoramic views of both sides of the island but also retains features of the Venetian rule. The traditional Cycladic houses and paths surround the old Venetian castle, offering the best of both worlds and making Pyrgos Village a place not to be missed.
No tour could be complete without a visit to Profitis Ilias. Perched at the peak of Mount Profitis Ilias (Prophet Elijah), the highest point of Santorini at 600 meters above sea, is the monastery of the same name. Even those averse to taking photographs will not resist the urge to take a few shots from this amazing vantage point.
Our next stop will be Megalochori (‘big village’). With its warm and welcoming atmosphere, it is one of the most picturesque and traditional villages of the island. Historical mansions, restored houses and pirate hideaways are prominent features of this authentic old settlement.
Our next destination presents us with something different, the Akrotiri Archaeological Site. Here is one of the most significant prehistoric settlements of the Aegean. Akrotiri had developed into a major city before it was covered in ash by volcanic eruptions. However, the ash has preserved structures and their contents allowing the visitor to marvel at this wonder of antiquity.
It may just be the right time for a swim now and Black Beach, or Perissa, is an excellent choice. Black Beach is actually the end of the long black sand beach of Perivolos and, without a doubt, it is the busiest and most famous beach in Santorini. After enjoying the crystal clear waters and impressive black sand, you should definitely try the local specialties in the many seaside restaurants.
And if you think you have seen it all, consider Red Beach. This famous beach stands true to its name - this striking and impressively odd formation of red volcanic rocks overlooking the beach creates a unique sight that certainly should not be missed.
However, there is a lot more to Santorini than spectacular views, blue-roofed churches, narrow paved paths and amazing beaches. So our next stop takes us to the Venetsanos Winery;gain first-hand experience of the traditional wine-making art of Santorini and feel free to discover and enjoy the exquisite local wine varieties that the island has become famous for.
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(25)
We had a amazing day with our guide, Sara. Wonderful to have our own guide and to be able to organize the trip with Her. We 100% recommend them.
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Dimitris was the perfect tour guide for our group of 5! He tailored the tour to what we wanted to see and do. He was very patient with us, and did not hurry us. Two in our group had to walk slower-one having had a knee replacement almost 3 months ago. He was very gentlemanly-holding packages when we needed to take pictures, opening the car doors for us, helping us in and out of the van, even picking up items we had dropped, etc. His recommendations for sites to see and where to eat lunch were perfect!!! He made our day perfect and truly was the perfect host! I highly recommend Dimitris as a tour guide!!
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Our family of four recently visited Santorini for a day, flying from and back to Athens. With over 10 hours on the island, we debated between renting a car or booking a tour—and let me tell you, booking the tour was worth every penny! There is no way we could have managed the cliffside hairpin turns and stressful parking on our own, let alone gained such personal insight into the island’s daily life. We booked a full-day excursion with Santorinitours.org, and it fit our schedule perfectly. Our guide, Sara, was absolutely amazing! Along with our driver, Jimmy, she timed our adventure perfectly. Because it was a private tour, Sara shared fascinating history and local stories that made the island come alive. She took us to EVERY corner of Santorini, from the iconic blue domes of Oia to hidden paths, quiet nooks, and gems in the smaller villages. What truly set this experience apart was how Sara engaged with our kids (ages 9 and 13) without hesitation. It didn’t feel like a formal tour; it felt like visiting the island with local family members. Sara and Jimmy made us feel exceptionally welcome from start to finish. A huge shoutout to Stelios as well, he was incredibly helpful behind the scenes, advising us to tweak our tour timing to better align with our flights and arranging a seamless separate transfer from Fira back to the airport. Every detail was handled with care. We couldn’t recommend this team enough!
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Our group of 11 did the full day tour and had a wonderful time. Sarah was a friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. She answered all of our questions and gave us lots of fun and interesting information about the island, from the myths to the history to the winemaking traditions. Our driver Stelios provided great details about life on the island as a Santorini native, was very friendly, and gave us a smooth and easy ride through the winding streets of the island. They were also able to help us reschedule when half of our group got delayed at the airport. We got to see many beautiful views of Santorini, had a delicious lunch at a beachside tavern, and got some great pictures. I would definitely reccomend!
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Really interesting and very well explained and described from George. We had a great experience!!!!
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We had an amazing time going around the island with our driver George. He worked with us to put together an itinerary of all the sights and made sure we got to see all the different views the island has to offer.
Thank you for your excellent review to us and we are very happy that you enjoy it. We hope to see you again. Best regards
It was an incredible experience. Our guide, Elektra, was the best, showing us everything about the island, including its tourist areas, beaches, and food. With Angel as our driver, the tour around the entire island was unforgettable, and the service was the best of all. They explained the history of Santorini to us very well and answered every question we asked. We highly recommend this tour as it is one of the most comprehensive of all.
Thank you for your excellent review to us and we truly appreciate it. We always try to do our best to all our clients for coming for a few hours on our Island and we want the best for them....
We had an amazing day trip with Stelios and our guide Stephan was informative. Both were kind and funny. Stelios was our driver for our transfer to and from airport, as well as taking us to Thira in the evenings. He also made many recommendations, even telling us the best spots for food and sunset views etc. He was respectful and made our journeys and stay very comfortable in Santorini.
Thank you so much for your great review , we are very happy that you enjoyed the tour and we are looking forward to see you again
We did a private all day tour, starting with the 5-6 hour private tour of Santorini followed by the Wine tour with sunset at Santos winery. I can't say enough about how awesome the experience was and it was made special by Jenny. Her knowledge of Santorini and her love of her island were clear. She was accommodating and knew all the right times to be at places juts before they filled up and the secret spots for the best pictures. She's also a really good photographer. I have already recommended her to a friend who also used her this week and loved her and the team.
Thank you so much for your great review , we really appreciate everything you did for us and that you booked all the services with our company
Our guide Kostas, made the day memorable. He took us to hidden locations to get the most amazing photos and helped us beat the crowded tour buses, especially in Oia. Kostas also provided a Greek history and language lesson on the way to our next destinations that enhanced the tour. I strongly recommend him as a guide.
Hello my dear and thank you so much for your great review , we are very happy that you enjoyed the tour with Kosta
