Mary was amazing! We had some time conflicts with the tender boats and they were very accommodating. Great way to get a lot out of a day on the island.





Make the Most of Your Time in Santorini A flexible private tour designed around you — perfect for cruise passengers, hotel guests, or day visitors. Why Choose Us Local Experts Who Know Santorini Inside Out We take you beyond the tourist spots to hidden gems, local favorites, and secret viewpoints. Travel in Comfort & Style Relax in our air-conditioned Mercedes SUV with WiFi and complimentary bottled water — clean, spacious, and stress-free. Designed for Cruise Guests Easy Pickup: We meet you right at the Old Port with a sign showing your name — no confusion, no waiting. Skip the Cable Car: We can coordinate a private water transfer to Ammoudi Bay, so you avoid the cable-car queue entirely — fast and scenic. Flexible Timing: Ship delays? No problem — we adjust to your schedule. Your Tour, Your Way Iconic Oia, quiet beaches, ancient ruins, local wineries, or authentic villages — we tailor everything to you. Relax. Explore. Enjoy Santorini — hassle-free.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $71.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:30 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
The Three Bells of Fira, officially known as the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, is one of Santorini’s most iconic sights. Located in the quaint village of Firostefani, just outside Fira, this charming church features a striking blue dome that contrasts beautifully with the whitewashed walls and the deep blue Aegean Sea. Its bell tower, with three bells, stands proudly against the sky, making it a favorite spot for photos and a perfect stop on a private tour of Santorini. Perched on the edge of the caldera, the church offers breathtaking views of the volcanic cliffs, the vast caldera, and the islands that make up this unique volcanic archipelago. From this vantage point, you’ll enjoy a panoramic scene that captures the essence of Santorini’s beauty and history. Visiting the Three Bells of Fira allows you to experience the island’s iconic landscapes and serene church architecture in one unforgettable spot.
Imerovigli, often called the "balcony to the Aegean," is a serene village perched high on the cliffs of Santorini’s caldera, offering some of the most breathtaking views on the island. Known for its peaceful ambiance and traditional whitewashed buildings with iconic blue domes, Imerovigli is a must-visit for those seeking a quieter escape with stunning scenery. The village is famous for its narrow, winding paths that lead to charming churches and viewpoints, making it a picturesque stop on a private tour of Santorini. From Imerovigli, visitors can take in panoramic views of the volcanic caldera, the deep blue sea, and the surrounding islands. The village’s elevated location provides a unique vantage point that overlooks Skaros Rock, a historic fortress ruin that juts dramatically into the Aegean. Standing here, with the caldera stretching out below and the volcano on the horizon, you’ll experience a tranquil yet awe-inspiring scene that captures the essence of Santorini.
As we head to Oia, we’ll enjoy a scenic 20-minute drive with breathtaking views of the caldera and the rugged volcanic slopes. This route offers some of the most spectacular landscapes Santorini has to offer, giving you a unique perspective on the island's natural beauty before we arrive in the picturesque village of Oia.
Oia’s main street, located along the northern edge of Santorini, is a charming pathway that captures the island’s beauty and charm. Lined with small boutiques, art galleries, cozy cafes, and local shops, this narrow, cobblestone street is ideal for a relaxed stroll. The whitewashed buildings and iconic blue domes add to the scenic appeal, making it a must-see on any private tour. As you walk along the main street, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the caldera and the Aegean Sea, with picturesque houses built into the cliffs. Known for its spectacular sunsets, this spot is especially magical in the evening, offering an unforgettable view as the sun dips below the horizon.
A full of life village with friendly residents. Admire the pebbled streets, the yards that are full of flowers, neoclassical houses, and old cave houses with solid wooden doors and high fences, and, above all, the fine church bell towers that pop up harmoniously in the landscape.
An optional stop on your Santorini tour, Pyrgos is a charming village that offers a glimpse into the island’s rich history and traditional way of life. Nestled on a hill, Pyrgos is known for its winding, narrow streets, medieval architecture, and stunning views over Santorini. As you explore, you’ll encounter beautiful whitewashed houses, historic churches, and local tavernas tucked into hidden corners. At the village’s peak lies the remains of a Venetian castle, offering a panoramic view of the island and the surrounding Aegean. With fewer crowds than other areas, Pyrgos provides a peaceful and authentic experience, capturing the timeless beauty of Santorini.
Perivolos Beach is famous for its striking black volcanic sand, offering a unique and picturesque setting by the sea. The deep blue waters contrast beautifully with the dark shoreline, creating a stunning backdrop for a relaxing day. Along the beach, you'll find a variety of beach bars and restaurants where you can enjoy a refreshing drink or a delicious lunch. Whether you prefer a casual meal with your feet in the sand or a more refined dining experience, Perivolos provides the perfect atmosphere to unwind and savor the local flavors while taking in the breathtaking views.
A beach where the red volcanic rocks meet the turquoise waters creating an extraordinary contrast that amazes all visitors.
Important Cruise Info Meeting Point: For cruise passengers, the default pickup is the Old Port — where your ship's tender drops you off. A crew member meets you onshore with a sign showing your name, so there's no navigating the cable car alone or hunting for your driver. Getting Up to Fira: The Old Port has no road access, so you reach Fira by water taxi or cable car. We can arrange a private water transfer for an additional €40 — fast, scenic, and no queue. Prefer not to? Take the cable car for €10 per person. Either way, we coordinate the timing around your tour (the shared water taxi runs about once an hour). Running Late? No stress — message us and we'll adjust your pickup. We stay in contact throughout your visit. First Time in Santorini? We've guided thousands of cruise passengers smoothly from ship to sightseeing. Just ask — we're here to help.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Santorini Shore Excursion: Private Tour with Port Pickup Options lasts about 3–6 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
Prices start at $36 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 $71. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 12 departures a day between 5:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Children aged 2–15 pay from $64, adults from $36.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Important Cruise Info Meeting Point: For cruise passengers, the default pickup is the Old Port — where your ship's tender drops you off. A crew member meets you onshore with a sign showing your name, so there's no navigating the cable car alone or hunting for your driver. Getting Up to Fira: The Old Port has no road access, so you reach Fira by water taxi or cable car. We can arrange a private water transfer for an additional €40 — fast, scenic, and no queue. Prefer not to? Take the cable car for €10 per person. Either way, we coordinate the timing around your tour (the shared water taxi runs about once an hour). Running Late? No stress — message us and we'll adjust your pickup. We stay in contact throughout your visit. First Time in Santorini? We've guided thousands of cruise passengers smoothly from ship to sightseeing. Just ask — we're here to help. Pickup points include One Of One Hotel, Zen Suites & Spa.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Hotel guests: Pickup is available from all hotels and Airbnbs on Santorini. If your location is not directly accessible by vehicle, we will arrange a nearby pickup point within short walking distance.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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Mary was amazing! We had some time conflicts with the tender boats and they were very accommodating. Great way to get a lot out of a day on the island.
Paulina was a wonderful guide. We were running a bit late due to taking the tender and the cable car, yet she was able to get us to all the sights with plenty of time for photos, shopping and ice cream! She navigated the roads and traffic beautifully! Highly recommend this tour with Paulina! She is very knowledgeable!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great experience exploring Santorini with Paulina! We know that arriving by tender and cable car can sometimes take longer than expected, so we’re especially happy that Paulina was able to make the most of your time and ensure you enjoyed all the beautiful sights without feeling rushed. It’s lovely to know that you had plenty of time for photos, shopping, and even some ice cream along the way! Paulina’s local knowledge, excellent driving skills, and dedication to creating a relaxed and enjoyable experience are truly appreciated by our entire team. Thank you again for choosing **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini**. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to our beautiful island! **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini**
Dimitri was the best tour guide ever! Was accommodating to one of our family members with mobility challenges and took the time to explain what we’d be experiencing. In addition to sharing the cultural and geological history and background of the island, he was open to questions and was extremely personable. Took us to the best restaurant on the black beach and waited patiently as we enjoyed the food and vibe. Well worth the time and money!
Thank you so much for this lovely review! It truly makes us happy to know that you and your family had such a wonderful time with Dimitri. What means the most to us is hearing that everyone in your family felt comfortable and included, especially your family member with mobility challenges. Dimitri is not only incredibly knowledgeable about Santorini, but also someone who genuinely cares about the people he welcomes to our island. We’re so glad that his kindness, patience, and personal attention made your day even more enjoyable. And we love that you had the chance to relax over a delicious meal by the Black Beach! Sometimes those unhurried moments, enjoying the food and atmosphere, become some of the best memories of a holiday. Your words about the experience being worth every minute and every penny mean so much to us. We’ll be sure to share your wonderful compliments with Dimitri. He will be thrilled! Thank you from all of us at **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini** for trusting us with your family’s day. We would be genuinely happy to welcome you back whenever your travels bring you to Santorini again! **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini**
Jiannis was a wonderful tour guide and we highly recommend this for your trip to Santorini! He was so kind and helpful as we had one family member with limited mobility. He showed us all the beauty and history of the island and we had an amazing lunch. Definitely don't forget the black beach ;)
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a memorable day exploring Santorini with us. We’re especially happy that **Jiannis took such good care of your family**, particularly in adapting the experience for your family member with limited mobility. Making sure everyone feels comfortable and can enjoy the beauty of Santorini at their own pace is extremely important to our whole team. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed not only the scenery and history, but also a fantastic local lunch — and yes, the **Black Beach is definitely not to be missed!** We’ll make sure Jiannis sees your lovely words. Thank you for choosing **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini** and trusting us with your family’s day on the island. We would love to welcome you all back someday! **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini**
Mary was our guide for a 5hr tour of Santorini and she was excellent!! She was super knowledgeable about everything, but was also flexible to the itinerary if we wanted to visit some others areas as well. Through her expertise, she was able to give us a local experience beyond the tourist sights and that was most memorable takeaway from this experience. She was also kind and generous with her time. We highly recommend this tour!
Thank you so much for this wonderful review and recommendation! We’re delighted to hear that your five hours with us gave you not only the highlights of Santorini, but also a more **authentic, local experience beyond the usual tourist sights**. We’re especially happy to hear how much you enjoyed your time with **Mary**. Her knowledge of the island, warmth and ability to adapt the tour to each guest are exactly what we want our private experiences to be about. We’ll make sure she sees your lovely comments! For our whole team, it’s particularly rewarding when guests leave feeling they have discovered a little more of the **real Santorini**, rather than simply visiting its famous locations. Thank you for trusting **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini** with your day on the island. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we would love to welcome you back to Santorini one day! **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini**
Our driver and guide was Nikos. He was very nice and showed us all around Santorini while allowing us to customize the itinerary. His knowledge of the city and how to get around the crowds was incredible and saved us a lot of time. He took photos of us from various angles at each location and because of his access, we never had to stand in lines. Other people from our cruise had to wait in lines 1hr+ for some photo spots. We saw all the highlights, and ended with an amazing dinner at a beach club on the black beach. My only gripes were that he was hard to understand sometimes, and they picked us up a little bit late. However they did add the time on at the end and communicated throughout the process. Overall a great experience and I’m so glad we did the private option.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed review! We’re very happy to hear that choosing the **private tour** allowed you to experience so much of Santorini while still having the freedom to customize the day around what you wanted to see. We’re delighted that **Nikos’ local knowledge** helped you navigate the crowds, avoid long waits and discover the best locations and photo spots. Finishing the experience with dinner by the Black Beach sounds like a wonderful way to end the day! We also genuinely appreciate your constructive feedback. We’re sorry that **Nikos was occasionally difficult to understand** and that your pickup started a little later than planned. We’re glad our team kept you informed throughout and that the delayed time was **fully added back to your tour**, ensuring you received the complete experience you booked. Thank you again for choosing **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini**. We’re especially pleased that, despite those small issues, you had a great experience and were happy you chose the private option. We hope to welcome you back to Santorini one day! **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini**
This company was incredibly responsive and both the woman in the office as well as our tour guide were not only professional, but lovely and gracious people to work with! Our guide, Nikolas, gave excellent advice on things to do and things to avoid. He helped us save time and streamline what we got to see. He was very accommodating and took us anywhere we wanted to go. He was a lovely young man to spend the day with. He also gave us ideas on things we could do on our subsequent days. This was a great tour to do on our first day in Santorini to get a big overview. Want a treat to be able to see everything through the eyes of a local. The cost of this trip was quite a bargain to have a private, curated experience. Based on what you got, we definitely got our money’s worth.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful and detailed review! It truly means a lot to all of us to hear that you felt well taken care of from the very beginning. **Katerina is especially touched by your kind words about the communication and assistance from the office**, and we’re delighted that the same level of care continued throughout your day with **Nikolas**. Having a local who knows when to go, what to avoid, and how to make the most of your time can completely change the experience of Santorini. We’re so happy that Nikolas was able to tailor the day around what you wanted to see, while also sharing his local knowledge and recommendations for the rest of your stay. We especially appreciate your comments about the **value of having a private, curated experience**. Our goal is never simply to drive guests between sights, but to create a day that feels personal, flexible and genuinely connected to the island. Thank you again for choosing **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini** for your first day in Santorini. From Katerina, Nikolas and our entire team, it was truly a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back one day! **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini**
Excellent tour from start to finish, which included Fira, Imervogli and Oia. Our guide, Konstantinos, not only was very knowledgeable and shared much history but also told stories of Greek life. We were able to hit all of the highlights and even recommended an incredible restaurant for lunch which is a must for great Greek cuisine. Must also mention that he’s a very good photographer and took some incredible photos at the best spots. He entertained us in the car with music and he’s also very funny. We highly recommend this tour.
Thank you so much for this fantastic review and for recommending us! We’re delighted to hear that your tour was **excellent from start to finish** and that you were able to experience so many of Santorini’s highlights. It sounds like **Konstantinos** gave you the full experience — history, stories about Greek life, beautiful locations, a great local restaurant recommendation, music, laughter, and even some fantastic photographs to remember the day! For us, those personal touches are what turn a sightseeing tour into a real experience of Santorini, and we’re very happy that Konstantinos made your day both informative and fun. We’ll certainly make sure he sees your wonderful comments. Thank you for choosing **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini** and for trusting our team with your time on the island. We hope those incredible photos bring back wonderful memories for many years, and we would love to welcome you back to Santorini one day! **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini**
Great guide. Well planned. Our guide was also a great photographer. Water taxi was a little scary. Would definitely use again.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed your private tour, that everything felt well planned, and especially that your guide also helped capture some great photos and memories along the way! We’re sorry that the **water taxi ride felt a little scary**. The sea was indeed a bit rocky yesterday due to the weather conditions, which unfortunately are outside of our control. It means a lot to our whole team that, despite the choppy ride, you had such a positive experience and would choose us again. We would be delighted to welcome you back to Santorini — hopefully with much calmer seas next time! **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini**
Demetri was our driver and he was amazing . Very personable, very knowledgeable and very accepting our needs and wants. We only had 6 hours with him but I can honestly say we truly experienced Santorini. Definitely highly recommend private driver and he was great.
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that your time with **Demetri** became one of the highlights of your visit to Santorini. One of the things we value most with our private tours is having the flexibility to listen to our guests and shape the day around what they really want to see and experience. It’s wonderful to know that Demetri’s personality, local knowledge and attention to your needs helped you feel that, even in just six hours, you truly experienced Santorini. We’ll make sure Demetri sees your lovely words — they will mean a lot to him and to our whole team. Thank you for choosing **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini** and for recommending us so highly. We hope we have the pleasure of welcoming you back to our island one day! **VIP Transfers and Tours Santorini**
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Santorini Shore Excursion: Private Tour with Port Pickup Options | 3–6 hours | 4.9 (851) | $36 | |
Santorini Shore Excursion: Skip Sky Tram & Port Pickup | 5 hours | 4.6 (64) | $51 | View |
Mykonos Shore Excursion with Pickup from Cruise Ship Terminal | 4 hours | 4.6 (925) | $67 | View |
Mykonos Shore Excursion Small Group Highlights Port Pickup | 4 hours | 5.0 (1) | $75 | View |
Mykonos Shore Excursion for Cruise Guests (Port Pickup Included) | 4 hours | 5.0 (1) | $85 | View |
Small Group Sightseeing Tour: Flexible tender port options | 6 hours | 4.9 (322) | $87 | View |
Private Shore Excursion in Mykonos - Port Pick up & Drop off | 4 hours | 5.0 (9) | $285 | View |