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Perfect host
Panos and his team were the perfect host to show us around the beautiful island of Santorini. He was super helpful , friendly and knowledgeable and made our time in Santorini very enjoyable. Thank you.
Santorini Classic Highlights and Sightseeing Private Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Price from
- $189 / person
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 79 reviews
- Languages
- EN, TR, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Santorini
Description
Discover the magic of Santorini on a 6-hour private highlights experience with a local expert. Travel in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles and enjoy a personalized journey through the island’s most iconic sights and hidden gems. Tour Highlights: •Marvel at the blue-domed churches in Oia — perfect for photos and unforgettable views. •Relax at the red and black sand beaches, experiencing Santorini’s unique volcanic coastline. •Explore charming villages like Fira and smaller traditional settlements, immersing yourself in authentic Cycladic culture. •Capture stunning photos at Santorini’s most scenic viewpoints. Enjoy a flexible, private itinerary with pickup from your hotel, port, or cable car station, tailored around your pace and interests. This private experience is ideal for couples, families, or small groups looking to explore Santorini at their own pace, uncover hidden gems, and create unforgettable memories.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Your day begins in Oia, the most beautiful village in Santorini. The primary stops include Platsani, Three Blue Domes, Castelli, and the windmills. Our local expert will enrich your experience with fascinating insights into the village's history.
Our second stop is in Firostefani, where we'll park at a location providing breathtaking views of the Scaros rock and the famous Blue Dome, set against the backdrop of cruise ships.
At the heart of the island lies the Prophet Elijah Monastery, the highest point on Santorini. Here, you will delve into the world of Greek Byzantine Orthodox Church and religion.
Our next destination is Megalochori, a charming village where you can enjoy a leisurely walk along its traditional paths and spend 20 minutes at the main square.
Continuing southwest, you'll reach Akrotiri, home to the captivating excavations of a prehistoric city, which are considered one of the most interesting sites on Earth. As you pass by the Red Beach, we'll make a 10-minute stop at the lighthouse for a photoshoot.
The final part of the trip is the Black Beach. Here, you can relish the beach by swimming, having lunch, or sipping a cold drink at one of the beachside bar-restaurants of your choice.
Highlights
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Alcoholic Beverages
Dinner
Lunch
Pickup Locations & Times
Feel free to ask about pick up from your hotel or villa, port or airport!
Traveller Ratings
5.0
79 reviews
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently asked questions
How long does Santorini Classic Highlights and Sightseeing Private Tour take?
Santorini Classic Highlights and Sightseeing Private Tour lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Santorini Classic Highlights and Sightseeing Private Tour cost?
Prices start at $189 per person for this Santorini experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Santorini Classic Highlights and Sightseeing Private Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Feel free to ask about pick up from your hotel or villa, port or airport! Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyE9FqB9fcIg3T6OyLi8ZX7Q=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyMJUkLdTqJDS6HtiUM51e7s=.
What languages is Santorini Classic Highlights and Sightseeing Private Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, TR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(79)
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Santorini Highlights - best day ever
My family and I had a great experience on this tour. Giorgos our guide was friendly and very knowledgeable of the island history. He focused on the spots that would give us the best experience for the time we had. I would recommend this tour outside of any tour offered from a cruise ship. It’s priced much more fair per person and worth it. Thank you for making Santorini a great experience.
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Santorini Tour June 2026
It is a wonderful day sightseeing around Santorini. Our tour guide Ioanna was so friendly, knowledgable, helpful and accommodating. I would highly recommend Ioanna and her sightseeing tour to everyone.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed our Santorini sightseeing tour. Ioanna is indeed one of our best local tour guides, known for delivering the best private tours in Santorini. We love creating memorable Santorini day trips and sharing the history of the Greek islands with our guests. We will gladly pass on your compliments to her. We hope to welcome you back for another Santorini island excursion in the future!
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Wonderful!
We had an amazing private tour around Santorini! Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable about the island’s history, culture, and hidden gems, making every stop interesting and enjoyable. He was friendly, funny, and made us feel comfortable from start to finish. We also stopped for lunch at a wonderful local restaurant, which was a perfect addition to the experience. If you’re visiting Santorini, we highly recommend this private tour—it was one of the highlights of our trip!
Operator response
"Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts for this wonderful review! 🥂 Here at Justelene, our main goal is to share the hidden gems, rich history, and vibrant culture of Santorini while making you feel completely comfortable and at home from start to finish. We are absolutely thrilled to hear that our private tour and the lunch stop at our favorite local spot were among the highlights of your trip! We will certainly pass your kind words along to your guide. We hope to welcome you back soon for another unforgettable Justelene experience! Safe travels until we meet again! 🌅✨"
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Perfect Private Tour of Santorini
Our tour guide, Ioanna, provided our family an amazing overview of Santorini. We had time to stop at the three main beaches on the island (red, black and white beaches). She gave us a great lesson on the history and architecture of Santorini as well. She took us to all of perfect spots to take photos of this amazing island! She was friendly, funny and knowledgeable of the area. We also had time to do a little shopping and have an amazing lunch at the black beach! Having a private tour of Santorini with Ioanna is the way to go! I highly recommend it!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience on TripAdvisor! We are thrilled to hear that you found our service professional, punctual, and friendly. Ensuring a clean, comfortable, and stress-free journey is always our top priority. It was an absolute pleasure having you with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip!
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Terrible touring experience with Ioanna
Great experience. Ioanna managed in 5 hours to show us the whole island and its hidden beauties. We highly recommend it! About but tour was at the best price
Operator response
Σας ευχαριστούμε θερμά για την υπέροχη αξιολόγηση! 🌟 Χαιρόμαστε ιδιαίτερα που απολαύσατε την εμπειρία σας μαζί μας και ότι η Ιωάννα κατάφερε να σας προσφέρει ένα ολοκληρωμένο island tour, ανακαλύπτοντας τόσο τα πιο γνωστά αξιοθέατα όσο και τις κρυφές ομορφιές του νησιού. Στόχος μας είναι πάντα να προσφέρουμε μοναδικές εμπειρίες, ποιοτικές ξεναγήσεις και value for money υπηρεσίες, ώστε κάθε επισκέπτης να γνωρίζει την αυθεντική πλευρά του νησιού μέσα από οργανωμένες εκδρομές, private tours και εξατομικευμένες περιηγήσεις. Σας ευχαριστούμε για τη σύσταση και για την εμπιστοσύνη σας! 🙏 Ελπίζουμε να σας υποδεχτούμε ξανά σε ένα από τα επόμενα tours μας για ακόμη περισσότερες αξέχαστες εμπειρίες!
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Great day!
Fabulous day beating around Santorini, seeing the sights, learning the history, and tasting Santorini life. We went as a couple on a private tour and had a great day! We had such a short time on Santorini that this was just the thing to do. Panagiottis was a wonderful guide!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing Justelene Project Santorini for your time on the island. We are truly happy to hear that your private tour in Santorini for couples was the perfect way to experience the highlights of Santorini in such a short stay. At Justrlene Project, we specialize in private Santorini tours, offering authentic local experiences, cultural insights, historical storytelling, and tastings that showcase the true Santorini lifestyle. Our goal is to create meaningful, personalized experiences that go beyond the typical sightseeing tour. We’re especially glad you enjoyed your day with Panagiottis, one of our most experienced local Santorini guides, who is passionate about sharing the island’s history, traditions, and hidden gems in a relaxed and engaging way. Thank you again for recommending Justelene Project Santorini private tours. We would love to welcome you back for another unforgettable Santorini private experience in the future! Warm regards,
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Great Santorini tour with Panos
Panos was delightful, very knowledgeable, reliable and highly recommend him to anyone. We left the itinerary up to him and he chose a wonderful route for us.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Santorini Highlights Tour with Panos. He is indeed very knowledgeable and passionate about sharing the beauty of our island, from the breathtaking views in Oia and Fira, to the unique landscape of the Caldera, the traditional villages like Pyrgos, and the famous black sand beaches. It means a lot to us that you trusted him to create your itinerary, and we’re so happy the route exceeded your expectations. We always aim to provide our guests with an unforgettable private tour in Santorini, combining history, culture, and local secrets. We look forward to welcoming you back to discover even more of Santorini’s hidden gems
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Amazing island tour w Panos!
I’m fairly sure this is the tour we took (it was booked through our travel agent). We were picked up at the port and hit all the highlights. Poppi was a skilled driver and Panos was very knowledgeable in all areas. We had a wine tasting, saw the blue domes, black sand beach, a village (or two). It was a lot and it was great. The car was comfortable and lunch (on our own, not included) was wonderful at the black sand beach. Would highly recommend!
Operator response
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your private Santorini tour, from the wine tasting experience and the famous blue domes to the visit at the black sand beach and the traditional villages. It is always our goal to provide comfortable transportation, knowledgeable guiding, and a memorable day covering all the highlights of Santorini. Your recommendation means a lot and we look forward to welcoming you again on another tour in Greece!
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Fantastic Day in Santorini
A great day with Panos. He picked us up at the top of the cable car, and we walked us to his nice clean car. He told us all about the history, geology , and the micro climate of the island. He took us to all the vantage points of the island and to some beautiful places outside of Oia and Fira. We saw the beaches, the vineyards, the churches. In short we saw the island from top to bottom. He asked us if we wanted lunch and what type of food. We ended up with a great lunch of gyros and souvlaki by the black beach. I highly recommend Panos and his family business when visiting Santorini
Operator response
🌸 Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are truly happy you enjoyed your Santorini private tour with Panos – from the cable car in Fira to exploring Oia, the traditional churches, the unique black sand beach, the vineyards and hidden spots of the island. Sharing the history, geology and microclimate of Santorini is something we love, because it makes every journey more meaningful. As a local family business in Santorini, our goal is always to create authentic experiences – from sightseeing to enjoying delicious Greek food, gyros and souvlaki by the sea. We are grateful for your trust and we look forward to welcoming you back for more beautiful moments in Santorini. 🌿🏝️ With love
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