Smooth and Fun Taste of Santorini Private Tour





Description
Make the most of your time with the Smooth and Fun Taste of Santorini Private Tour! Experience the island through the eyes of a local friend in a premium hybrid vehicle. We cover everything from the iconic views of Oia to the non-crowded streets of my hometown, Messaria, a hidden gem of authentic life. Enjoy a smooth, relaxed pace with free time in Oia and a visit to a three-generation family-owned restaurant at Monolithos Beach. This is where I take my own family for fresh local dishes by the Aegean breeze. Whether it is your first visit or you are a repeater, I provide a customer-focused journey filled with local facts and great photos. Book today for a fun and authentic taste of the real Santorini!
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Itinerary
Oia -The Crown Jewel of the Aegean! Oia is world famous for its breathtaking beauty and dramatic cliffs overlooking the volcanic caldera. We will walk easily through the non-steep pedestrian streets so you can take in the white washed scenery and iconic blue domed churches without any strain. I love sharing the history of this village, but some memories are best made in silence. Many guests ask for free time in Oia to privately enjoy the moment, explore the charming boutiques, or simply stare at the horizon. Feel free to ask for it! When you are ready for the next spot, we will meet at Lolita's Gelato. It is located right by the main square and is the freshest house made gelato in Santorini! You will receive clear and simple instructions so the meeting point is very easy for you to find. My goal is to ensure you experience Oia with total comfort and the freedom to feel this magnificent place.
Messaria - The Authentic Heart of Santorini Messaria is my home and the place where I live. While most stay on the caldera edge, venturing into the island's center reveals its true soul. In the 19th century, this was the industrial heart of Santorini. Today, you will see a fascinating contrast between grand neoclassical mansions and humble local cave houses. As we wander this non touristy hidden gem, you will experience authentic local life. Hear church bells, see neighbors chatting, and enjoy the scent of blooming bougainvillea spilling over garden walls. Exploring my hometown lets you see Santorini through my eyes, away from the crowds. It is a place of peace, tradition, and genuine hospitality. Walk these paths with me to discover the most precious part of our island.
Let the breeze of the Aegean Sea gently touch your face! Admire the non crowded black volcanic beach of Monolithos. Savor Greek traditional dishes in a family-owned restaurant next to the sparkling blue water of the Aegean Sea! It is a three generation family restaurant where local families eat and where I take my own family. Savor fresh grilled fish and local dishes followed by complimentary house baked baklava with ice cream and the famous Vinsanto wine of Santorini!
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Pickup Locations & Times
For hotel guests: Please be advised that your pick-up location is usually only a few minutes walk from your hotel. You will be informed when your booking is confirmed. Therefore, when booking, you must provide the name of the hotel or villa you are staying in. For cruise ship passengers: Please be advised that you must take the cable car to the top after tendering ashore. Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the exit of the cable car station, holding a sign with your name on it. The cable car ticket costs 10 euros per person per way.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(49)
Markos did a fantastic job sharing the natural beauty and manmade drama of Santorini. We hit all the main areas you have heard or read about AND visited his local neighborhood to see how living in Santorini would actually be. We walked, talked, ate and laughed. The fresh fish at his local fav restaurant was fantastic! Thanks Markos for a great experience. Highly recommended!!
Markos was a fantastic tour guide. He was kind and full of love and gratitude for Santorini. He was so excited to share it with us! We went to iconic locations in Oia but also learned a lot about the local culture. Our local lunch was amazing too! We had a lot of fun with Markos.
Markos is the founder and the only driver for this tour and he knocks it out of the park. Picked up my group of 6 on time and got us to our first stop to walk and take pictures of the main area in Santorini. From there he took us off the main area away from the hundreds of people and showed us around a residential area and took some amazing pictures no one else will be taking unless you book with Markos. Then he dropped us off at an amazing restaurant on the beach. The food was so fresh and the whole day was amazing. His energy is unmatched and you can tell how much he loved this area and wants to share it with everyone. His very friendly and we talked about his family, our family, and anything in between. If you’re looking to book a tour, hands down reach out to Markos. You won’t regret your day with him and you’ll have pictures no one else has because of him.
Markos was personable, energetic, positive, knowledgeable and accommodating. Cruise ship operations seriously delayed our tour and yet he was able to rearrange the schedule to fit in everything we wanted including wine tasting, visits to quiet authentic parts of Santorini and a wonderful lunch at a seaside restaurant. He got us out of the tourist areas to see more than the touristy part of Santorini, while sharing insights about Greek society and culture. His stint in Germany and his higher education made his English excellent. In our opinion the extra cost was worth it (he is a bit more expensive than others). Markos was a lot better than our cruise sponsored tours.
Markos is the best!!! So happy and enjoyable tour. I recommend him for all tours for Santorini island. It was great as we were family with small kids.
We were a family of four with just a 5-hour stopover in Santorini between ferries from Crete to Milos, and Markos made sure we made the absolute most of our time! From the start, he was super helpful and responsive — working with us beforehand to create a custom 3-hour itinerary that fit perfectly around our ferry schedule. He showed us some of the most stunning spots on the island, all while carefully managing the timing and knowing exactly how to avoid the busiest crowds. What really impressed us was how well he connected with our kids. He made the tour genuinely fun and engaging for them, sharing fascinating facts about Santorini’s geology and history in a way that was both educational and entertaining. They were captivated the whole time! Santorini itself was absolutely breathtaking — dramatic cliffs, whitewashed villages, and deep blue sea views everywhere you turned. But having a local like Markos guide us made it even more special. Highly recommend booking a tour with him — especially if you’re short on time or travelling with kids. A perfect way to experience the magic of Santorini
Markos is SO knowledgeable, unbelievably funny, and he has such uplifting life advice. He made our visit to Santorini the BEST! I only wish we had more time there! If you want a fun loving, joking, laid back, and incredibly knowledgeable tour guide, GO WITH MARKOS!! 10/10 recommend! 💗
Absolutely a gem. Markos is a passionate, sharp guy, well educated , super knowledgeable guide. He has an incredible ability to make you feel comfortable by the time we left the town of Kamari. Markos has very comfortable car to further enjoy your experience, more than well worth the money, he does not watch the clock like you are on a schedule . Do yourself a solid , get a tour scheduled learn the island early in your trip to enhance your vacation. Danke.
Bitte schön! I'm so happy you had a great experience and for letting me know! You're positive feedback means a lot to me! Please pass on my warmest greetings to your lovely wife and your friends!
I would have rated this service 10 stars if I could. Markos is the gold standard for a tour guide. Friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and passionate. You can tell he loves what he does, and it made the experience that much better for my wife and I. You can tell Markos truly cares, and wants you to have a memorable time. He took photos for us, and sent them to us after the tour. He answered all of our questions with a giant smile on his face, and we felt very safe driving around the island with him leading the way. He allowed us time to walk around on our own, while still guiding us in areas we would have never seen if it weren’t for him. This tour was the highlight of our trip. Thank you, Markos!
Wow, thank you for such an awesome review! Reading this truly brightened my day! Your satisfaction is my greatest reward! Take care of yourself and hope to see you one day again!
This was by far the best tour I have ever been on! And not just because of Santorini's beauty, it was mainly because we had Marcos as our tour guide! With his infectious positive personality and great sense of humor Marcos instantly made us all feel as if we were a part of his family. He is extremely likable and it was just an absolute pleasure to be around him for a day. Marcos is also extremely knowledgeable about the history of Santorini as well as the rest of Greece, he did not leave a single one of our questions unanswered (and trust me we asked A LOT)! If you are going to do anything in Santorini I cannot recommend adding Marcos into your trip enough!
Thank you very much for your glowing review! I'm thrilled you had a great experience with me! It was my pleasure to welcome and tour with you Santorini! Take care of yourself and please pass on my warmest greetings to your family and friends!



