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Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers 4 Hours Private Tour

Name: Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers 4 Hours Private Tour
Brand: Essence Tours
Price: 195.85 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (4 reviews)

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Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers 4 Hours Private Tour

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Price from: $196 / person
Location: Santorini, Greece
Rating: 4.5 / 5 · 4 reviews
Group: Private
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup: Available
Confirmation: Instant
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator: Essence Tours

Description

Our private shore excursion is designed especially for cruise passengers who want to experience the very best of Santorini in comfort, style and without any stress. Unlike standard group tours, you will enjoy a fully personalized experience, traveling with your own private driver in an air-conditioned vehicle, with the flexibility to set your own pace. In just 4 hours, you will discover Santorini’s most iconic highlights: the famous Blue Dome in Firostefani, the picture-perfect village of Oia, the Mountain of Prophet Elias [the highest point of the island], and the traditional village of Pyrgos with its authentic charm. Because this is a private experience, the itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted to your wishes. Whether you want more time for photos, shopping, tasting local food, or exploring hidden corners, we make sure every moment of your short stay is unforgettable.

Schedule & prices

Runs: Every day
Start times: 10 times a day, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Next available: Thu, Oct 15
Adult (ages 12–85): $196

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $389.

Larger groups pay less per person.

Out at sunset: the 2:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:27 PM in the coming weeks.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.

Tour Options

Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers 4 Hours Private Tour

Pickup included

Itinerary

Three Bells of Fira

Admission included20 min

Visit the famous Blue Dome at the cliff-perched village of Firostefani

Oia

60 min

Visit the beautifull small village of Oia, globally famous for its romantic atmosphere

Admission included25 min

Following the road to the highest point on the island, the Monastery of Prophet Elias. There you will indulge yourself in exquisite panoramic views to the pristine volcanic beauty and the splendor of the Aegean sea. The Monastery was built in 1711.

The castle of Pyrgos

Admission included60 min

Our next stop will be at Pyrgos village. Stroll around its cobbled streets and get lost in its traditional charm.

What's included

Included

Local English speaking professional driver

Comfortable, A/C Minivan

Not included

Entrance fees to the archaeological sites, museums and wineries (unless agreed otherwise)

Snacks, drinks or meal

Pickup Locations & Times

Cable car exit in Fira for cruise ship visitors All Hotels & AirBnB or specific location

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.5

4 reviews

How it compares in Santorini

Starting price $196 is close to the typical $199 for tours of similar length in Santorini

Excurgo comparison of 1,648 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund

0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers 4 Hours Private Tour take?

Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers 4 Hours Private Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.

How much does Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers 4 Hours Private Tour cost?

Prices start at $196 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 $389. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers 4 Hours Private Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 10 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Can I cancel Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers 4 Hours 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. Cable car exit in Fira for cruise ship visitors All Hotels & AirBnB or specific location Pickup points include Santorini Airport, Gold Suites.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers 4 Hours Private Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Essence Tours.

Reviews(4)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

annerL8436NX

August 26, 2024 · via Tripadvisor

Best quality and value private tour in Santorini

Akis and his executive 220cc air conditioned Mercedes was the best decision we made of our cruise. It would have been horrendous to do the tour on a minibus or coach. This was very special private executive service with all the knowledge and insider info of a local family. Really this is the best value €220 for upto 4 people for 4 hours - much better value than anything from a ship or other tour. Also he recommended us to go to Fanari Restaurant which looks understated but we had really good sea bream and I, who have lived all of the world had the best calamari of anywhere.

Sharon_K

June 22, 2023 · via Viator

Beautiful Santorini, Impossible Logistics

While we might recommend this tour to others, it would be with a very heavy caveat: don't expect to make a morning tour if you're coming off of a cruise ship. With input from our tour contact, I decided to reserve our tour for 11 a.m., thinking we'd be able to make it. But with five cruise ships in the water, they needed to pause disembarkation and transport by the tender boats for quite a while (there is only so much room for people at the base of the cable cars) and then, even once our tender boat dropped us off, we waited for more than an hour to get onto a cable car to the top. So, with just 2 hours left in our allotted time, we ended up paying $350 for the four of us to visit just two locations in Santorini (and we had to rush). Also noting that the tour promises a passenger van but we were squeezed into a compact SUV (my husband and two sons are all between 6' 2" and 6' 4" so this was very tight). If we'd had more time, I'd obviously have been happier with this experience but, from what our driver and others familiar with the situation on Santorini told us, the daily overcrowding and chaos at the cable car site has become the norm. So I'd recommend just hiring a taxi once you're up at the top - save yourself the money and disappointment!

605_gnesb

July 11, 2022 · via Tripadvisor

The Best service and the best price in Santorini!

I really recommend it!!! Exelent service and the best price in Santorini! It was the best moment and greatest experience of our vacation! Professionalism! Competence! Endless kindness! Thank you Akis , you are the best!

Operator response

Hello ! I am glad that we make your stay more comfortable and you had good time with us ! Always at your disposal for any kind of information. Thank you Akis

Franciiiiiiiig2001

January 8, 2022 · via Tripadvisor

Very knowledgable and always available!

Very knowledgable and always available! He was also very kind to offer us useful information to get around the place.

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Operator response

Hello Thank you for your review , i wish the best !! Always at your disposal Thank you Akis

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