Enjoy a completely flexible private tour designed just for you! Choose how long you want to explore — 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8 h — and create your own perfect day with the help of your local expert guide. Your guide will help you design the ideal itinerary based on your interests — whether you want to visit famous landmarks, uncover hidden gems, or simply enjoy the city like a local. Perfect for Cruise Passengers: This tour is ideal for guests arriving by cruise ship. Enjoy the best of Santorini with comfort, flexibility, and peace of mind. pick up for the cruise passengers is at the cable car. What’s Included: Private, customizable tour with a local guide Flexible duration (3–8 hours) Personalized recommendations and itinerary planning Option to extend your tour Why Travelers Love It: 100% private experience – just you and your guide Total flexibility to choose where to go and how long to stay Discover hidden gems and local favorites Perfect for couples, families, or groups of friends
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $80.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:36 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Optional Visit: One of the most photographed places in Greece. On the top of an impressive cliff and offers a spectacular view, Oia has become globally Famous for its authentic Cycladic Beauty. This place is especially popular for its sunset.
Optional visit: Located at the highest & most central part of the Caldera. You have the opportunity to take incredible volcano photos and Skaros rock.
Optional visit: You will see hundreds of small, white painted houses, with exquisite architecture, tine alleys, tower bells , and underground cave houses.
Optional visit: The most popular and the biggest black sand beach of the Island. You'll be able to walk on the black sand and get photographed standing next to the wave. We recommend if you want to swim in the clear and crystal clear Aegean Sea. We also recommend you taste traditional dishes in a seaside restaurant.
Optional visit: Built in 1892. That position is the best for panoramic pictures because you will stand on the edge of a high cliff right above the sea.
Optional visit: Black and red pebbles and some of various colours, mainly red , composed of wild scenery. This wonderful volcanic landscape will capture your complete attention.
Optional visit: A place with the most breathtaking view from the Island’s highest spot. The monastery has built in 1711 . There are a few monks still staying there and they are involved in wine-making, as well as the production of other goods, all of them available for purchase to anyone who wants to taste the traditional Santorini products.
Optional Visit: a village built on the top of the hill, this settlement holds a 16th century Venetian castle. Because of its location, the village has a panoramic view. Pyrgos, is the oldest village of Santorini. You will be impressed by blue domed churches, narrow cave houses with charming balconies and pebbled paths.
Optional visit: Emporio was constructed in the mid 15th century. In medieval times the inhabitants of the village used to build their houses side-by-side so that they can protect themselves from the pirates.
Optional visit: The most important historical settlement of the first habitation (at least the 4th millennium BC). You will walk along the ancient walls, enjoy a real Minoan town.
Optional Visit : Discover the charming Windmills of Emporio, perched above the village’s maze-like alleys. These traditional landmarks offer a glimpse into Santorini’s past and panoramic views of the island’s south — a peaceful spot for photos and a quiet escape from the crowds.
Optional visit: Koutsogiannopoulos Wine Museum has everything a visitor would want to know about winemaking in one of the most unique places on earth. With the Koutsogiannopoulos family knowledge and historical exhibits, guests will get a glimpse of what life was like as a winemaker here. The Koutsogiannopoulos Winery produces a variety of wines that are distinguished into young or aged white wines, young or aged red wines, rosé, semisweet and sweet wines.
Optional Visit : Discover Art Space Winery in Exo Gonia — a unique blend of wine, history, and art. Explore ancient cave cellars transformed into a contemporary gallery showcasing Greek and international artists. Enjoy wine tastings of Santorini’s finest varieties in an inspiring, authentic setting that beautifully connects tradition and creativity.
Optional Visit : Visit Ftelos Brewery Santorini, a modern craft brewery just outside Fira. Enjoy guided tastings of unique local beers, stunning Caldera views, and creative dishes at MALT Restaurant, where fine dining meets Santorini’s relaxed style.
Cruise Ship Passengers: The main meeting point is at the top Cable Car exit in Fira town (capital) , where your driver‑guide will be waiting with a sign displaying your name. Alternatively, pickup can be arranged at Athinios Port or Amoudi Port if you choose to arrange a private water taxi at your own expense. Hotels & Airbnbs: Pickup is from your hotel lobby or the nearest location accessible by vehicle. Airport & Ferry Travelers: Pickup is at the arrivals terminal, where your driver‑guide will meet you holding a sign with your name.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver lasts about 3–10 hours. The itinerary has 14 stops.
Prices start at $56 per person for this Santorini experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $80. There are 8 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 21 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Cruise Ship Passengers: The main meeting point is at the top Cable Car exit in Fira town (capital) , where your driver‑guide will be waiting with a sign displaying your name. Alternatively, pickup can be arranged at Athinios Port or Amoudi Port if you choose to arrange a private water taxi at your own expense. Hotels & Airbnbs: Pickup is from your hotel lobby or the nearest location accessible by vehicle. Airport & Ferry Travelers: Pickup is at the arrivals terminal, where your driver‑guide will meet you holding a sign with your name. Pickup points include Santorini Airport.
The experience is available in EL, EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 579 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Cyclades Shine.
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Aris was an excellent tour guide over our 5-hours tour. He was very knowledgeable, informative, engaging, and personable. It was a great way to experience Santorini and to learn a little about the history of the island and the people.
We had an absolutely amazing experience on the Santorini Private Custom Land Tour with our wonderful guide, Aris! From start to finish, the tour was incredibly well organized, informative, and personalized to our interests. Aris was an exceptional guide — friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely passionate about sharing the beauty and history of Santorini. He made us feel comfortable right away and went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable experience. We visited the breathtaking Prophet of Elias Monastery, explored Pyrgos, Santorini’s oldest village, wandered through the charming village of Megalochori, and experienced the incredible Red Beach. Of course, finishing the day in beautiful Oia was the perfect highlight, where we saw the blue domed churches, scenic pathways and stunning views of the caldera What made the tour especially enjoyable was having a private, custom experience. We never felt rushed, and Aris took the time to explain the history, culture, and stories behind each place we visited. His local knowledge gave us a much deeper appreciation for Santorini than we would have had exploring on our own. If you’re visiting Santorini and looking for a memorable way to see the island, I highly recommend the Santorini Private Custom Land Tour — and especially Aris as your guide.
Our driver Lee was very flexible. I wanted to visit the Red Beach, Vlycada Beach and Pervilos Beach. He also took us in areas we had not planned and they were nice. He recommended a place to eat on the beach that was lovely and we thoroughly enjoyed it. I was physically challenged on some of the visits and he was ver accommodating. This tour was great if you wanted to customize where you were going and not follow a standard tour guideline.
We had a wonderful experience with our tour guide, Aris, in Santorini. Although our time on the island was very short, Aris made the absolute most of every minute we had. He was incredibly informative, efficient, accommodating, and made sure we were able to see and experience as much as possible without ever feeling rushed. His knowledge of Santorini added so much to our visit, and he was happy to adjust the tour to make the most of our limited time. We truly enjoyed our time with Aris and would highly recommend him to anyone visiting Santorini!
We had a wonderful experience with our tour guide, Aris, in Santorini. Although our time on the island was very short, Aris made the absolute most of every minute we had. He was incredibly informative, efficient, accommodating, and made sure we were able to see and experience as much as possible without ever feeling rushed. His knowledge of Santorini added so much to our visit, and he was happy to adjust the tour to make the most of our limited time. We truly enjoyed our time with Aris and would highly recommend him to anyone visiting Santorini!
Our guide Aris was terrific. His knowledge of the island was extensive. He was very attentive to our requests as to what was most important for us to see.
Aris was our driver and guide and he was wonderful. Extremely knowledgeable and personable. We would highly recommend him for any group.
We had a really lovely time on our tour of Santorini. Everything was well organized, and the company made the whole experience easy and enjoyable. Lisandros was a very friendly and helpful guide, and it was great having someone who could share some local knowledge along the way. Overall, it was a great experience and a wonderful way to see more of Santorini. We would definitely recommend the company to anyone looking for a tour of the island!
We had a 4 hr private tour for just myself and mother and it was a fabulous way to see the island in a day. We arrived via Ferry where our guide, Naya, picked us up and drove us to our first stop. Much more comfortable than riding with a large group. Also a great way to see and walk little bits of the towns while getting back to a cool vehicle. Highly recommend!!!
What an unforgettable trip. Our tour guide Aris really made the trip great. He was very knowledgeable and had excellent English. He is a local from Santorini and he brought us to a few hidden gems first that were just as good as the tourist spots!.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver | 3–10 hours | 5.0 (579) | $56 | |
 Private Tailor-Made Santorini Land Tour with a Local Driver | 3–8 hours | 5.0 (802) | $55 | View |
 Premium Small-Group Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar, Transfer | 5 hours | 4.9 (8,066) | $149 | View |
 Half-Day Exclusive Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with Meal and Open Bar | 5 hours | 4.9 (4,457) | $124 | View |
 Santorini Classic Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks and Transfers | 5 hours | 4.8 (4,235) | $92 | View |
 Private Santorini Tailor Made - Choice of the Guest! | 3–12 hours | 5.0 (2,830) | $57 | View |
 Santorini Wine Adventure with 12 Wine Tastings, Tapas and Sunset | 4 hours | 5.0 (1,954) | $194 | View |