Skip the Cable Car: 5-hour Shore Excursion with a Local Guide
Description
Discover Santorini on a private shore excursion with a water taxi from the Old Port to Ammoudi Bay. Visit Oia, Imerovigli, Firostefani, Pyrgos, and Perivolos Black Beach, enjoying blue-domed churches, Cycladic architecture, caldera views, and local island stories before ending in Fira.
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Itinerary
After a luxury motorboat water-taxi cruise from the Old Port to Oia, we explore this jewel of northwest Santorini, famed for its Caldera views, charming atmosphere, and traditional Cycladic architecture.
Make a photo stop in Firostefani to admire the famous Blue Domed Church, one of Santorini’s most iconic landmarks and a beloved image featured in countless island guidebooks.
The medieval village of Pyrgos, meaning “tower” in Greek, is famous for its well-preserved Venetian Castle, historic Orthodox churches, and traditional houses.
Continue to the famous Black Beach of Perivolos, Santorini’s largest beach, known for its striking black volcanic pebbles. Optionally, you may spend more time here for swimming and lunch at a local beach bar restaurant.
The tour concludes in Fira, Santorini’s vibrant capital, where we will drop you off. From there, you can enjoy a short walk through the town before taking the cable car down to the Old Port.
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Skip the cable car at the arrival and enjoy a water taxi ride from Santorini’s Old Port to Ammoudi Bay, Oia — a scenic, stylish, and effortless way to arrive.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(43)
Overall good and would recommend. We deviated from the main schedule and did our own lunch in Oia as well as cutting the trip short - tired after many days of travel. They were able to nicely accommodate. One downside: the boat ride to skip the cable car was very choppy due to strong wind that day, and ended up taking longer than the cable car. Can’t control the weather, but our group got soaked sitting in the bow of the ship as we went over waves. Captain did a good job navigating tough waters, but not what I would call ‘luxury’. Only reason not 5 stars.
We had a wonderful time in Santorini, thanks to our guide, Gina. She was extremely knowledgeable and shared fascinating insights into the history of Oia and the unique geography of Santorini. Her commentary made the tour both informative and engaging. Our driver, Yannis, was also very helpful and ensured that everything went smoothly throughout the day. Overall, it was a fantastic experience and a day very well spent.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had a fantastic day in Santorini with Gina and Yannis. It is great to know that Gina’s knowledge and insights made the tour engaging, and that Yannis helped everything run smoothly. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again!
Very knowledgeable about Greek history as well as current affairs. A very passionate and enthusiastic guide that fully immerses you into the culture.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed such an informative and engaging experience. Sharing Greek history, current life, and local culture with passion is exactly what we love to do, and we truly appreciate your kind words!
Excellent day with Angelo. Knowledgeable, professional and courteous. Really enjoyed our Santorini tour.
Thank you so much for your review! We are appreciative!
The Local Visors tour in Santorini was an excellent experience. The guides were friendly, knowledgeable, and shared unique local insights that made the island feel authentic. Well-organized, relaxed, and truly worth it.
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George was amazing guide - took us to so many parts of the island we would have never seen otherwise. A very knowledgeable passionate man who wants to share this beautiful place with the world. Took so many photos for us and we are so grateful. Thank you George, for your hospitality, your kindness and sharing so much history with us. Take care my friend - Brendan & Cushla NZ
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We’re thrilled to hear that George made your experience so special. We hope to welcome you back again soon.
I had an amazing tour yesterday with my best friend. The guide( Gina) was the sweetest girl and she showed us all the beautiful spots of the island and its rich history. An unforgettable experience.
Hello Mrs Maria! Thank you so much for your excellent review!
Angelo was a fantastic guide. A must do for anyone visiting the island, especially great for the first day so you know what to do and where to go. Very comprehensive
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Angelo. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon.
My husband and I took a tour with Angelo. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the island, was eager to take pictures of us, and showed a lot of passion for both Santorini and Greece. The air conditioned van was very comfortable. Really appreciated the complimentary water. Highly recommend this tour, especially with Angelo as your guide, as it is an efficient way to see all parts of this beautiful island.
Thank you for your 5star review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your tour with Angelo and had a comfortable, memorable experience exploring Santorini. We appreciate your recommendation!
Excellent tour given by local resident Akis. Full of stories passed on from Grandad, his own extensive reading and knowledge meant we had some fascinating insights into geology, history, film making , wine and vine cultivation. Travelling in an air conditioned vehicle meant we didn't feel the heat too much, and we were given free bottles of water. He also took some excellent photos!
Thank you for the 5star review! We're so glad you enjoyed your tour with Akis, his local knowledge and personal stories really do bring the experience to life. Great to hear you stayed cool and comfortable along the way too. We appreciate your kind words and we hope to see you again soon!
