6-Hour Private Best of Santorini Experience
Overview
See Santorini's top sights on a 6-hour private tour that includes travel by Mercedes Sprinter minibus. View Santorini Caldera, Imerovigli, Oia, Akrotiri ruins by yourself, Red Beach, Megalochori traditional village or Pyrgos, Prophet Ilias Monastery, Venetsanos winery or Estate Argyros optional. Your private guide will entertain you with fun facts and stories about the place you see as you enjoy views.
Inclusions
- Local english speaking guide
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick-up and drop-off from the nearest point accessible by car in all hotels in Santorini
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Red Beach, Akrotiri Greece
The red beach in Akrotiri is undoubtedly worth a visit, given that it is a rare sight, probably unique in the whole world, where red is the dominant color. It is surrounded by steep red hills that create a captivating, wild landscape. If you stand on the top, you will see huge volcanic rocks located in the sea, small pebbles and sand of various colors, mainly red, all over the beach and attractive dark blue waters.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Sunset in Oia, Oia Greece
Oia is the most touristic, crowded, and beautiful village in Santorini, with a traditional character. Built on the rocks of the Caldera, when it is under the colors of the sunset, it becomes even more stunning and idyllic. There are charming whitewashed houses, churches with blue domes, and wonderful buildings with harmonious colors that create a fascinating landscape.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Akrotiri Archaeological Site, Akrotiri 84700 Greece
Akrotiri village is home to two historical treasures that are the main attractions of the village. One of them is the archaeological site of Akrotiri, a very important prehistoric city of the Aegean sea that is completely worth a visit. You can walk through it and see frescoes, artifacts, furniture, modern drainage systems, and even multi-story buildings from the bronze age.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Santorini Tours, Greece
On this private tour, you'll be picked up from JTR airport, port or your hotel and escorted to the most attractions in Santorini island by our local guides and drivers. We will try to feel you like a local for a few hours.
Stop At: Imerovigli, Imerovigli, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
Imerovigli is the perfect choice for a secluded, romantic holiday filled with tranquility. It forms an impressive landscape of whitewashed houses, flowers, and cobblestone alleys. You can wander along peaceful, paved paths away from the hustle and bustle. It promises priceless, relaxing moments and a view that you can't resist. Here you can relax in traditional taverns, restaurants, and cafes with beautiful terraces. Take unforgettable photos while admiring the famous Caldera of Santorini from a different point of view.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Megalochori - Traditional Village, Megalochori Greece
Megalochori is a picturesque, lively village with friendly, lively inhabitants. The central square is the heart of the village, where locals gather in traditional cafes to relax and have fun, creating a warm atmosphere. It is definitely worth spending an evening here to become part of this mood and try local dishes in the natural shade of the trees. You can also find traditional taverns, cafes, and shops in other parts of the village.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Perissa Black Sand Beach, Perissa 847 03 Greece
Perissa beach is a fully organized cosmopolitan beach with an abundance of comfortable sunbeds, umbrellas, and other amenities such as lifeguards, showers, and a Playground. It is worth noting that it received the "Blue flag" award, as it is very clean and tidy. At the end of the beach, there is a recommended diving spot If you are brave enough to dive. You can choose from a wide range of water sports, from Windsurfing and parasailing to jet skis, canoes, and banana boats that will shock you.
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Stop At: Venetsanos Winery, Eparchiaki Odos Firon-Ormou Perissis, Megalochori 84700 Greece
Optional stop at Venetsanos winery or Estate Argyros. Choose packages from three or five Santorini wines with local appetizers.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Monastery of Profitis Ilias, Epar. Od. Pirgou Kallistis 3 km from Pyrgo Thira, Moni Profitou Ilia, Moni Profitou Iliou 847 00 Greece
The monastery of the prophet Elijah is built at about 565 meters above sea level, which makes it the highest point of the entire island. Thus, it becomes clear that the view from there is actually unparalleled. You can enjoy exclusive views of the entire island and its surroundings and take amazing photos. Especially at sunset, you will find yourself in a state of delight.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Pyrgos Kallistis 847 00, Greece
Blue domes of churches and vineyards surround Pyrgos. Here and there, you will find small galleries and shops hidden in nooks and crannies as you make your way through successive, ascending, and descending alleys. In the lower part of the village, there are several tourist shops, minimarkets, hospitable restaurants, and taverns with delicious food and cafes, most of which are located around the main Circular square.
Duration: 35 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Red Beach, Akrotiri Greece
The red beach in Akrotiri is undoubtedly worth a visit, given that it is a rare sight, probably unique in the whole world, where red is the dominant color. It is surrounded by steep red hills that create a captivating, wild landscape. If you stand on the top, you will see huge volcanic rocks located in the sea, small pebbles and sand of various colors, mainly red, all over the beach and attractive dark blue waters.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Sunset in Oia, Oia Greece
Oia is the most touristic, crowded, and beautiful village in Santorini, with a traditional character. Built on the rocks of the Caldera, when it is under the colors of the sunset, it becomes even more stunning and idyllic. There are charming whitewashed houses, churches with blue domes, and wonderful buildings with harmonious colors that create a fascinating landscape.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Akrotiri Archaeological Site, Akrotiri 84700 Greece
Akrotiri village is home to two historical treasures that are the main attractions of the village. One of them is the archaeological site of Akrotiri, a very important prehistoric city of the Aegean sea that is completely worth a visit. You can walk through it and see frescoes, artifacts, furniture, modern drainage systems, and even multi-story buildings from the bronze age.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Santorini Tours, Greece
On this private tour, you'll be picked up from JTR airport, port or your hotel and escorted to the most attractions in Santorini island by our local guides and drivers. We will try to feel you like a local for a few hours.
Stop At: Imerovigli, Imerovigli, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
Imerovigli is the perfect choice for a secluded, romantic holiday filled with tranquility. It forms an impressive landscape of whitewashed houses, flowers, and cobblestone alleys. You can wander along peaceful, paved paths away from the hustle and bustle. It promises priceless, relaxing moments and a view that you can't resist. Here you can relax in traditional taverns, restaurants, and cafes with beautiful terraces. Take unforgettable photos while admiring the famous Caldera of Santorini from a different point of view.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Megalochori - Traditional Village, Megalochori Greece
Megalochori is a picturesque, lively village with friendly, lively inhabitants. The central square is the heart of the village, where locals gather in traditional cafes to relax and have fun, creating a warm atmosphere. It is definitely worth spending an evening here to become part of this mood and try local dishes in the natural shade of the trees. You can also find traditional taverns, cafes, and shops in other parts of the village.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Perissa Black Sand Beach, Perissa 847 03 Greece
Perissa beach is a fully organized cosmopolitan beach with an abundance of comfortable sunbeds, umbrellas, and other amenities such as lifeguards, showers, and a Playground. It is worth noting that it received the "Blue flag" award, as it is very clean and tidy. At the end of the beach, there is a recommended diving spot If you are brave enough to dive. You can choose from a wide range of water sports, from Windsurfing and parasailing to jet skis, canoes, and banana boats that will shock you.
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Stop At: Venetsanos Winery, Eparchiaki Odos Firon-Ormou Perissis, Megalochori 84700 Greece
Optional stop at Venetsanos winery or Estate Argyros. Choose packages from three or five Santorini wines with local appetizers.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Monastery of Profitis Ilias, Epar. Od. Pirgou Kallistis 3 km from Pyrgo Thira, Moni Profitou Ilia, Moni Profitou Iliou 847 00 Greece
The monastery of the prophet Elijah is built at about 565 meters above sea level, which makes it the highest point of the entire island. Thus, it becomes clear that the view from there is actually unparalleled. You can enjoy exclusive views of the entire island and its surroundings and take amazing photos. Especially at sunset, you will find yourself in a state of delight.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Pyrgos Kallistis 847 00, Greece
Blue domes of churches and vineyards surround Pyrgos. Here and there, you will find small galleries and shops hidden in nooks and crannies as you make your way through successive, ascending, and descending alleys. In the lower part of the village, there are several tourist shops, minimarkets, hospitable restaurants, and taverns with delicious food and cafes, most of which are located around the main Circular square.
Duration: 35 minutes
Additional information
- Infant seats available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Please confirm address, pickup location and time when would you like start the tour.
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Infant seats available on request
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
915jenig
April 2023
Thank you to Mary & Vassilis! The wine tasting was great and yes we purchased some bottles. We enjoyed all of the sights! Dinner at Karma was delicious. The ouzo tasting was also good and we purchased bottles. Ending with the sunset was great! The place was a terrific view. Thank you both!!
Thank you to Mary & Vassilis! The wine tasting was great and yes we purchased some bottles. We enjoyed all of the sights! Dinner at Karma was delicious. The ouzo tasting was also good and we purchased bottles. Ending with the sunset was great! The place was a terrific view. Thank you both!!David_R
April 2023
Viator and our tour guide/driver made this experience not only easy to book but the actual tour was exceptional! Our guide was not only informative as well as warm and friendly but also customized it to our preferences. That may not always be possible with a larger group but in our case they we...
Viator and our tour guide/driver made this experience not only easy to book but the actual tour was exceptional! Our guide was not only informative as well as warm and friendly but also customized it to our preferences. That may not always be possible with a larger group but in our case they were able to make us feel like VIP’s from the moment of pick up and upon learning about our interests took us to the perfect spots on the island. As locals, they had great information about the history and the present and we thoroughly enjoyed our tour. It was the PERFECT way to start our trip in Santorini and learn about the places we wanted to come back to on our stay. Driving in Santorini is “no joke” with the topography and narrow streets but our driver was obviously experienced and made us feel very safe. They had great connections and were able to enhance our experience with a wine tasting. Our tour guides also graciously offered to be our photographer to capture us at many of the gorgeous sites of Santorini that they took us to. The entire tour was beyond our expectations and we are so grateful for our guides and everything they did to make it a truly exceptional experience!!!Liz_H
September 2022
My husband and I had an absolute blast on our Santorini tour! Our guides had a great rapport and it felt like we were exploring the island with long-time friends. We were also super fortunate to not be in Oia at the same time as any cruise crowds and Minas knew all the popular sightseeing spots s...
My husband and I had an absolute blast on our Santorini tour! Our guides had a great rapport and it felt like we were exploring the island with long-time friends. We were also super fortunate to not be in Oia at the same time as any cruise crowds and Minas knew all the popular sightseeing spots so it was a quick trip in and out. We were more interested in the history of the island and our guides were able to give us awesome pointers for each of the museums. At the end, we went to the Black Sand Beaches and ate at a local taverna with an unbeatable view. Honestly, we didn't have any specific favorite parts because the whole entire thing was absolutely perfect. Book it!!Ann_L
October 2022
Due to changes in cruise ship itinerary, our tender came into the new port of Athinios, but Costas and his driver, Yannis, were able to meet us there instead of at the top of the cable car from the old port. We had a very nice mini-bus, that allowed us to go places the large tour buses could not...
Due to changes in cruise ship itinerary, our tender came into the new port of Athinios, but Costas and his driver, Yannis, were able to meet us there instead of at the top of the cable car from the old port. We had a very nice mini-bus, that allowed us to go places the large tour buses could not go. Costas showed us most of the island, including a great lunch at Mario's on the black sand beach. We enjoyed the day, even though is was very windy on Santorini that day.MaileyDung_P
October 2022
We had Mary as our tour guide and she was fantastic! Full of knowledge and made us comfortable. She showed us areas that only locals would know about and avoided a lot of crowds. Took us around the island and then ended with a family owned winery. We had a fantastic time. Thank you Mary!
We had Mary as our tour guide and she was fantastic! Full of knowledge and made us comfortable. She showed us areas that only locals would know about and avoided a lot of crowds. Took us around the island and then ended with a family owned winery. We had a fantastic time. Thank you Mary!Harknessaj
October 2022
Marie was excellent. We had a great time! This was a highlight pf our cruise. We loved the local knowledge and the point of view from a local. The van was modern and comfortable and the driver was nice and courteous. Thank you!
Marie was excellent. We had a great time! This was a highlight pf our cruise. We loved the local knowledge and the point of view from a local. The van was modern and comfortable and the driver was nice and courteous. Thank you!