Santorini: 4hr Small Group Shore Excursion with Minimum Walking
Description
Discover the most beautiful Greek island, accompanied by a fun guide and without walking a lot of steps or steep paths. Santorini is one of the most bedazzling and interesting islands to explore: learn about the volcanic history and walk through the famous villages, built at the cliffs of the caldera. After a convenient pick up at the cable car station, we take you to Profitis Ilias, which is the highest peak of Santorini. From its to - at about 1900 feet (576m) - your sights ban be lost in the panoramic view of the Aegean Sea. Next, we'll take you to the famous black sandy beach of Kamari. You will have time to dip your toes, enjoy a nice Greek coffee in one of the numerous beach bars or do some shopping. From here our way leads to the northernmost village of Oia famous for its traditional cave houses built in pumice stone, the Venetian castle, and the breathtaking sunset. We will stroll through the village avoiding steps and steep paths.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Photo stop to take postcard worthy pictures
Walk at the black sandy beach of Kamari
Discover the famous cave houses, admire the breathtaking view over the caldera and have some time to explore.
Photo stop at the most photographed famous blue dome
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We do accept walkers and canes
Reviews(15)
Lilly was an amazing and knowledgeable tour guide. She made our trip to Santorini memorable. Please ask for Lilly as your tour guide next time you visit Santorini, you will not regret it!
Saundra was amazing and Santorini was beautiful! Lots of great views. The perfect amount of time- left enough free time as well. Would highly recommend.
We had a panoramic tour with 19 participants led by Agathe. She was amazing - knowledgeable, positive, funny and with so much love of Santorini. We had people with different mobility issues and all were happy. Thank you Agathe for this unforgettable tour!
We had a large group of 19 who booked a half-day afternoon tour in Santorini. One member of our group is physically limited to walking steep grades, long distances, or on uneven surfaces. We had the lovely Agathe as our tour guide. While I’ve been on many guided tours all over the world, I have to say, Agathe was THE BEST guide I’ve ever had the pleasure of experiencing. She was knowledgeable, professional, funny, and just the life of the tour that our big group wanted to kidnap her and bring her back onto our cruise ship with us. She showed us all the highlights and must-see areas of her lovely island of Santorini. She even managed to get out physically limited traveler in our group to walk a decent distance so as not to miss one of the best viewpoints in all of Santorini. If you ever book a tour in Santorini, definitely book with this tour agency and if at all possible, request Agathe as you will have the best experience possible, I promise you! Honestly, we didn’t want our tour to end. Everyone loved her and she is such a natural at doing this job, her love for her Greek island was evident while she showed us all the highlights of Santorini. I’ll never forget my visit here, and Agathe was the biggest reason for the awesome time I had experienced in Santorini.
Agatha’s energy and smile were nice to see! Unfortunately Santorini was way too busy with 4 cruise ships in port that day! 1 hour line to go up cable car and 1.5 hrs to come down with no time in Fira at all (if you didn’t want to miss your boarding call)! Oia was the highlight of the visit to Santorini and a far second was the black sand beach.
Thank you for sharing your feedback about your recent tour with us. We appreciate your honest thoughts, and we're glad to hear that you enjoyed Agatha's energy and smile during the tour. We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced in Santorini due to the high number of cruise ships in port on the day of your visit. The unexpected crowds can indeed impact the overall experience, as you mentioned with the long lines for the cable car. We understand how frustrating it can be to have limited time to explore Fira and to spend a significant portion of your visit in queues. It's great to hear that Oia and the black sand beach were highlights for you, despite the challenges you faced. Santorini is known for its picturesque landscapes and unique attractions, and we're pleased that you were able to enjoy these aspects of the island. We value your feedback, and we will use it to improve our future tours in Santorini. We hope that, despite the crowds, you were able to create some lasting memories and experiences during your visit to this beautiful destination.
Our guide Agatha was amazing. She planned our Santorini day perfectly. She was on time and very friendly.
Thank you so much for your kind words, we're thrilled you had a great time exploring our beautiful island.
Today we went on a private tour of Santorini with Kathrin Vogel. She picked us up right at the tender boat and took all of our wishes and needs into account. There were four of us, the oldest was 87. We can only recommend this tour and especially Kathrin Vogel. From planning, booking, implementation to completion, it was an absolute highlight. Thank you very much!
Vielen Dank für Ihr wunderbares Feedback! Es freut uns sehr zu hören, dass Ihre Privattour in Santorini ein Highlight war. Wir sind stolz darauf, dass sie alle Ihre Wünsche und Bedürfnisse berücksichtigt hat, und wir schätzen Ihre Empfehlung sehr. Wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen!
Santorini is beautiful, no doubt. We were glad to have a tour option with "minimum walking," as we were traveling with my 86-year-old mother. She is pretty able-bodied for her age, however walking for long distances or standing for long periods of time can be a challenge, so this seemed like the perfect choice. This tour offered various points of interest for photos, which we enjoyed. The van was comfortable. Katerina was our guide, and she was open to answering whatever questions we had for her. The last portion of the tour was free time in Oia; we were eager for this part, as Oia is so picturesque--of course we wanted to see the most famous views (blue domed churches, the windmills, etc). Our guide verbally told us which way to go if we were opting to try to find these things, though Oia is maze-like (which Katerina admitted she too got lost there once), and once we were on our way, it was unclear exactly where and how far in the vantage points would be. We were also needing some kind of food break by that point, as we'd had an early start (to get the tender boats over from the cruise ship and then stand in line for the cable car) and were not allowed to take any snacks along from the ship. We walked a bit into the town looking for the points of interest, but between the heat and needing a lunch break, my mother was fading fast and couldn't endure walking any further--so she and I found the nearest food option (a sit-down restaurant) while my husband and son went on to try to find the points of interest. We were given a little over an hour in Oia, but for us it was a bit short considering what we needed/wanted (food and the sights). We had to rush our time at the restaurant to hustle back to the meeting place in time. It felt like it was hard to fully absorb the time at Oia because we were rushing to accomplish things and navigate through the many other tourists. Everything else was timed well--we enjoyed the short time at the Black Beach, and the other photo stops. But I would have enjoyed just a bit longer of free time in Oia, and an actual paper map showing which roads to take and where to go for the views of the churches/windmills. I know that sounds like a silly request in the age of smart phones and Google maps, but Google maps doesn't tell you which churches are the ones you are looking for, nor does it tell you where you want to stand to view them over this busy, maze-like town. A little more specific direction would have been welcomed. If a person opted to just stay close to the meeting point for shopping or a snack, then the allotted time would have worked out just fine. Also, FYI to travelers that Santorini was extremely busy when we went in July. There were four cruise ships there (and there can be potentially more). There was a flood of people, and Oia particularly was difficult to walk through just for that reason. I would have enjoyed it more if we didn't go during the high season, but that's just how it was--not the fault of the tour. Its just a popular place to be. Also, its important to know that walking through Oia includes frequent steps with slick marble edges, and can start to get hilly--so if walking is an issue, be mindful of that if you want to explore the town.
Thank you for choosing our tour to explore the beautiful island of Santorini. We are glad to hear that the "minimum walking" option suited your needs, especially considering your travel with an 86-year-old mother. We understand the challenges that come with extensive walking, and our aim is to make the experience enjoyable for everyone. We apologize for any inconvenience you faced during the free time in Oia. Indeed, Oia's maze-like layout can be challenging to navigate, and we appreciate your feedback regarding the need for clearer directions. Regarding the time in Oia, we understand your desire for more time to enjoy the stunning sights and have a relaxing lunch. We'll take this into account when planning future tours to ensure a more fulfilling experience for all participants.To address this, we recommend considering a private tour next time instead of a small group tour, as it allows for greater customization of the itinerary and timing, catering to your specific preferences and requirements. As you mentioned, the high season in July attracts a large number of tourists, and we'll continue to inform travelers about the busy periods to set realistic expectations. We'll also emphasize the importance of being cautious with the steps and hilly terrain in Oia. Once again, thank you for sharing your valuable feedback with us. We hope to welcome you back to Santorini in the future, either on a private tour or during a less crowded season, so you can fully savor the beauty of this enchanting island.
This excursion wS perfect, you get to see the highlights then time for shopping after drop off. Elisa, our guide was amazing, very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Would recommend.
Thank you for your glowing review! We're delighted to hear that you had a perfect experience with us. Elisa is indeed an amazing guide, and we appreciate your recommendation. Happy travels!
Great tour! Guide was very knowledgeable. But we had friends do a tour that was 1/3 price and saw and did the same things. So it’s pricey for the location …
Dear valued customer, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your recent tour with us. We're delighted to hear that you found our guide to be knowledgeable and that you had a great overall experience. We understand your concern regarding the price of our tour in comparison to other options available on the island. While it's true that there may be lower-priced tours offered by other providers, we would like to emphasize the value and quality that we strive to deliver to our customers. Our pricing reflects several factors, including the expertise and experience of our guides, the quality of the services provided, and the overall value we aim to offer to our guests. We invest in extensive training programs to ensure that our guides possess in-depth knowledge about the destination, enabling them to provide a comprehensive and enriching experience for our customers. Additionally, we take pride in maintaining high standards of safety, comfort, and customer satisfaction. We carefully curate our itineraries, ensuring that our guests have the opportunity to explore and enjoy the most iconic and unique attractions of the island. Our tours are designed to provide a well-rounded and memorable experience, with attention to detail and personalized service. While we understand that price is an important consideration for our customers, it's essential to bear in mind that the cost of operating a reputable and high-quality tour company entails various expenses. These expenses include maintaining a team of experienced guides, providing reliable transportation, obtaining necessary permits and licenses, and ensuring the overall quality of the tour experience. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration as we continually evaluate and adjust our pricing structure to provide the best value for our customers. Should you have any further concerns or questions, please don't hesitate to contact our customer service department, as we are always striving to improve and meet our customers' expectations. Once again, we appreciate your valuable feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back on another tour in the future.
