Santorini Private Sunrise Tour
Description
Welcome the day in the most magical way. Join the island’s original Sunrise Tour and witness the magic of Oia at dawn — calm, quiet, and crowd-free. From our hidden observation point, enjoy breathtaking views in total serenity. A once-in-a-lifetime way to experience Santorini, before the rest of the world wakes up. Ideal for couples, photographers, solo travelers, and early risers looking to experience Santorini in complete peace. Perfect for those who want to enjoy iconic views without the crowds — and capture the island in its most magical light.
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Itinerary
Your early wake-up call will be richly rewarded as we begin the day at our secret observation point in Imerovigli, often called the balcony of the Aegean. Here, perched atop the cliffs beside a serene blue-domed chapel, you’ll enjoy a rare double panoramic view—eastward to the rising sun and westward over the caldera. As the sky transforms with the soft hues of dawn, take in the peaceful majesty of Santorini awakening. Your guide will prepare a traditional Greek coffee (or a warm tea, if you prefer), accompanied by loukoumia, a sweet local delicacy that pairs perfectly with your morning cup. There’s truly no better way to begin your day than with this serene and breathtaking moment.
Next, we make our way to the world-famous village of Oia, one of the most photographed locations on the planet. While this picturesque village typically draws thousands of visitors daily, arriving in the early morning allows you to experience its tranquil, authentic charm. Stroll through its enchanting narrow paths, admire the iconic blue-domed chapels, and take in the whitewashed homes carved into the volcanic rock—without the usual crowds. Enjoy ample time to capture postcard-perfect images and absorb the quiet beauty around you.
From there, we’ll head to Firostefani, a peaceful village near the capital of Fira, offering a spectacular view of the volcano and the caldera. Here, you’ll have the chance to photograph the famous blue-domed church with the volcano in the background—an image that graces countless representations of Santorini’s beauty.
Your journey continues to the majestic Prophet Elias Monastery, situated at the island’s highest point. From this extraordinary vantage, enjoy sweeping views of the entire island and the surrounding Aegean, ideal for stunning panoramic photographs and quiet contemplation. Our final destination is the historic village of Pyrgos, once Santorini’s capital and arguably its most beautiful traditional settlement.
Nestled around the remnants of a Venetian castle, Pyrgos offers panoramic views of both the eastern and western sides of the island. Wander its winding, labyrinthine alleys and admire the harmonious blend of Cycladic and Venetian architecture that defines the village’s unique charm. Conclude your morning with a delightful breakfast at a traditional café in the heart of Pyrgos, where warm hospitality and authentic flavors provide the perfect ending to this unforgettable experience.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up and drop-off are included from any location on the island (hotel, villa, Airbnb, port, or airport). For hotel or accommodation pick-ups: We will pick you up from the closest accessible point to your accommodation.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(31)
it was so amazing! we had fon as our guide. he was so knowledgeable, truly one of the nicest people i’ve ever met in a country other than the united states which is where i am from. it was about a 4 almost 5 hour walk. good amount of walking, it was a little chilly early on and he gave me a jacket. gave us waters also! it was just my mom and i. he took so many amazing pictures and knew the right angles and all. he even held our purses during the pictures so they wouldn’t be in the way. the sweetest man ever. again his name was fon!!
Dear Guest, Thank you for your wonderful review. We're delighted that Fon made your Sunrise Tour such a memorable experience, from sharing his knowledge and helping with the early morning walk to making sure you stayed comfortable and capturing so many special moments with his photography. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. It was a pleasure welcoming you and your mom to Santorini, and we hope the memories and photos will always remind you of your sunrise adventure. Best regards, Santorini Island Tour Team
Well worth getting up early to see such a beautiful sunrise in private. Our tour guide Evans was fantastic, we had good conversation and he provided lots of historical facts as he led us around some of santorini’s narrow streets and iconic views. Reaching the highest point was probably the highlight of the morning where we could see all of santorini’s impressive landscape. Highly recommended to beat the crowds and feel like you have santorini to yourself! Thanks Evans for a great morning.
Dear Sharon, Thank you for this. Early morning Santorini before the crowds arrive is a completely different island — and Evans knows exactly how to make the most of those hours. The highest point at that time of day is hard to beat. We're glad the morning delivered. Hope to welcome you back. Best regards, Santorini Island Tour Team
My private Tourguide named Georg was very very friendly, communicative, helpful, kind! His knowledge about Santorini and the History about it was very good and with the passion how he was talking about it was taking you away! It was really good Tour, especially in the morning. The Hotspots was almost empty and it was fun to see all the beauty about the island. Big Thank you an Georg about the awesome time spend with him! I will never forget it! Kind Regards, Pres
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that George made your Sunrise Tour such a memorable experience, sharing both his passion and knowledge about Santorini. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the peaceful morning atmosphere at the island’s hotspots — it truly makes the beauty of Santorini even more special. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again! Best regards, Santorini Island Tour Team
No crowds or queues to see amazing sunrise views and a knowledgeable guide who provided so much information and also advised of the best photo opportunities throughout the trip. Thank you Mike for an amazing day, beautiful breakfast and lasting memories that we will cherish forever!!!!!
Dear Mrs. Louise, Thank you so very much for your kind review and the 5-star rating! It is much appreciated! We are glad you had an amazing day and you enjoyed your Sunrise Tour with Mike! We wish all the best for you and your husband and we hope to see you again in Santorini! Cheers!
Jerry was an amazing driver, took us to beautiful villages on the island. We appreciated all that we did and experienced!
Dear Jody, Thank you very much for the 5-star rating and the review! We really appreciate it and we are glad you enjoyed your tour with Jerry! Best regards!
Evan our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the island. The tour was great and very informative. He’s very friendly and he toured us to some great places in the island.I can definitely recommend him as a tour guide.
Dear guest, Thank you so much for the 5-star rating and the review! It is much appreciated! We are glad you had a great tour with Evans and we hope to see you again in Santorini! Best regards!
I had the most wonderful experience on my private Santorini sunrise tour. I wanted to avoid the crowds and have a more relaxed and peaceful tour of the island. This tour certainly achieved that. George was an exceptional tour guide. As a solo female traveller he made me feel very comfortable and it was a joy to spend time with him. George took me to Imerovigli to watch the most spectacular sunrise. It was the perfect start to the tour and a moment I will never forget. A tour of Oia followed with the added bonus of George knowing all the best viewpoints. We also visited Thira and Pyrgos for more picture perfect moments. George was the perfect guide and helped make this experience very special. The sunrise tour was magical and I thoroughly recommend it.
Dear Mrs. Sarah, We can't thank you enough for this great review and the 5-star rating! It is very much appreciated! We are glad you had the most wonderful experience with your private Sunrise Tour and George! Indeed, this tour is designed for people that want to have a more relaxed ana peaceful tour of the island. We are also very glad that the sunrise you watched from Imerovigli is a moment that you will never forget! :) We wish all the best for you and we hope to see you again in Santorini! Cheers!
Having that personal touch of everything organised for you was wonderful. The sunrise from the highest point of the island drinking Greek coffee was spectacular . Onto the best bit the blue dome roof tops. The hairs on my arms stood on end. We were there by 7.30am and was getting busy then. The shops were closed although cafes had started to open. The views were out of this world. Across the water ships were coming in to anchor . We stopped for a Greek breakfast in a quaint town , seeing donkeys carry water up a hill. Cats sleeping seeing the pace of life at a snails pace. Just coming for this made our holiday. Then up to the monastery, a working one with 7 monks. Very spiritual . Over all tour was brilliant and Ares was very knowledgable .
Dear guest, We can't thank you enough for this excellent review and the 5-star rating! It is very much appreciated! We are glad you enjoyed your Sunrise Tour with Ares and we hope to see you again in Santorini! Best regards!
We had the most beautiful tour this morning with Jerry (George). He was so knowledgeable about the island and the history. We thoroughly enjoyed him as our guide. We started by watching the beautiful sunrise over Santorini! It was amazing! We then went to Oia it was peaceful in the morning. Onto Fifra with views of the Cauldron, mthen uptown the highest point where there is a monastery. What amazing view of the whole island. We finally ended our morning with a wonderful Greek breakfast in Pyrgos! What an amazing tour with our great guide Jerry.
Dear Mrs. Cynthia, Thank you so very much for this excellent review and the 5-star rating! It is much appreciated! We are glad you had the most beautiful morning with your Sunrise Tour and George and we hope to see you again in Santorini! Best regards!
Jerron was our tour guide for this trip. He was very polite and informative. The whole trip was very relaxed and enjoyable. Greek Coffee with Turkish Delight while watching the sun rise was a lovely experience. Discovering all the main tourist attractions of the area before the crowds and the heat of the sun was perfect. Finishing with a lovely breakfast was the icing on the cake. We were really glad to have found this tour as it suited us perfectly. If you don’t like crowds and the mid day sun it is definitely the best option. Thank you Jerron for being a great guide,
Dear Mrs. Hazel, Thank you so much for you kind review and the 5-star rating! It is very much appreciated! We are glad you enjoyed the Sunrise Tour with Jerron and we hope we will see you again in Santorini! Best regards!
