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With this full-day tour, you won’t need a crystal ball (or a guidebook) to find Santorini’s historical and cultural highlights. Skip the crowded tour buses and strangers getting in your postcard-perfect photos and explore the island in style aboard an air-conditioned minivan. Visit remarkable Venetian castles in Emporio and Akrotiri, marvel at the ocean views from Firostefani, and much more.

Santorini is famous for its whitewashed houses and beautiful sunset, but the island is also home to a number of historical landmarks. Embark on a bus tour of the Greek island and see traditional villages, the Akrotiri excavations, and a notable monastery. You also stop at the Red Beach and the black-sand Perissa Beach.

Succumb to Santorini’s charms on a private tour to see its highlights. Traveling by luxury, air-conditioned vehicle with a guide, learn about Santorini’s history and culture as you explore. Stop at Red Beach, view the Minoan ruins at Akrotiri independently, see Oia, visit the village of Megalochori, and more. An optional winery visit is also possible.

Santorini wears its rich history on its sleeve, with medieval buildings, Ottoman villages, and weathered ruins all over the island. Rather than dealing with the hassle of organizing your own transport, discover the island’s history and vibrant culture on this tour around some of its most notable historical marvels. Visit the centuries-old villages of Pyrgos, Megalochori, and Emporio, and then discover the Akrotiri excavations for a glimpse at the island's ancient past.

Experience Santorini’s distinctive wines on this guided excursion that includes around eight samples. After a convenient hotel pickup, enjoy activities like learning about the island’s unique climate and volcanic soil, marveling at amazing views and delicious samples at Venetsanos Winery, exploring the beverage’s local history at Wine Museum Koutsogiannopoulos, and admiring a sunset at Sun Spirit Cocktail Bar. Upgrade to enjoy a private journey.

Discover a new perspective on the beaches, bays, and islands around Santorini—and enjoy a more personal sightseeing experience—on this small-group, half-day catamaran cruise. Jump offboard to swim and snorkel at the Red and White Beaches; take a dip in the volcanic hot springs; and tuck into a delicious BBQ lunch on-board. Pick between morning and afternoon departure times hotel pickup and drop-off is also included for your convenience.

See the attractions of Santorini on a private sightseeing tour with a driver-guide who introduces you to the island's natural, cultural, and culinary delights. You can visit locations like hillside villages and volcanic beaches, or customize your itinerary to check out specific places that interest you. Any food, drinks, activities, and entrance fees are at your own expense.

Planning a route around Santorini’s highlights can be tricky when sights are scattered across the island. This guided tour from Fira connects the must-see stops in just one day. Explore the ancient ruins of Akrotiri Archaeological Site, enjoy a tasting at a local winery, and take in sweeping island views from Prophet Elias Monastery. The day ends in Oia, where you can watch the sun set and soak up the view.

Explore Santorini’s most iconic landmarks in just half a day—and leave all the travel planning to someone else—on this private tour. Visit the island’s highest peak, the Red and Black beaches, small villages and family farms, the Akrotiri Lighthouse, and the famous village of Oia. With round-trip transit from your island hotel or port—plus the opportunity to stop for a seaside lunch (own expense)—this tour offers the ultimate flexibility.

Learn about some of Santorini’s best wines on this small-group half-day tour with round-trip transfers. Save hours researching where to find the best wineries, and instead, enjoy an insider’s guide to three of the island’s most acclaimed estates with a vineyard visit too. Travel in a Mercedes-Benz vehicle, and sample a variety of different regional wines with olives, salami, and cheese to satisfy your hunger on this half-day adventure.

When your Santorini vacation comes to an end, ensure a hassle-free ride back to Santorini National Airport with this shared departure transfer service. Meet your courteous driver at your accommodation or the cruise port, and then travel by air-conditioned shuttle vehicle to the airport in time for your outbound flight. It’s a budget-friendly alternative to the pricey private taxi rides.

Dip into ancient ruins and volcanic wines on this variety-packed private tour of Santorini. With an expert guide, venture to the Akrotiri Santorini archaeological site to explore the semi-crumbled buildings and relics buried here by volcanic ash 3,600 years ago. Then, visit traditional wineries and taste several varietals, all defined by the island’s mineral-rich soils. Going with a guide means you learn more about the island and avoid the hassle of renting a car.

Santorini is famous for its white-washed towns, beautiful beaches, and dreamy sunsets. On this door-to-door tour, enjoy the undivided attention of a private driver/guide and customize your itinerary to your preferences. Choose to visit popular attractions such as the villages of Oia and Megalochori, explore historic monuments like the Monastery of Profitis Ilias or the Akrotiri archaeological site (own expense), or cool off with a swim at Perivolos Beach.

New to Santorini? Be introduced to this spectacular Aegean island on a private morning or afternoon tour, with a local guide. With a flexible itinerary customized to your interests, call at the clifftop village of Oia to admire its castle, cave-like houses and breathtaking caldera views. Visit the mountaintop Prophet Elias monastery, sample the monks’ hand-crafted products, and explore Pyrgos, the picturesque former capital, as your guide shares insider tips and facts about Santorini’s history and geology. Conclude by tasting some Santorinian wines at a stunning cliffside winery (extra expense).

Whether you have limited time to explore Santorini or you’ve just arrived and want to get to know the island better, this full-day, small-group tour is a great way to discover some Santorini highlights without worrying about the time or the crowds. Drive around the island with your guide, stopping at beaches, villages, and lookouts along the way. End the day with a visit to the coastal village of Oia to watch the sunset over the village’s iconic blue-domed houses.

Santorini wine and food — all in one half-day tour. After sampling local wine at two Santorini wineries, you’ll meet a local chef for a Greek cooking class. Prepare classics such as an authentic Greek salad and caramelized pork, and learn about Santorini’s cuisine as you cook. This small-group tour runs with just eight people for a personalized experience.

Put together your perfect experience in Santorini on this customizable private tour. Tell your guide what you’d like to see or do, so they can plan your adventure beforehand, whether it’s around beaches, villages, or historical sites. Choose a morning or afternoon departure to suit you and enjoy local delights: An olive oil tasting is included, but any entrance fees are at your own expense.

Explore the deep blue waters of the Aegean Sea on this guided snorkeling adventure in Mykonos. After a brief introduction to the snorkeling location and equipment, head to the water to begin your adventure. As you snorkel look for parrotfish, rainbow wrasses, barracudas, flounder fish, seahorses, and more marine life.

Revel in Santorini’s beauty aboard a traditional 'caique' sailboat on this relaxing 5-hour cruise. Relax on the pretty wooden boat and admire the wonderful scenery as you sail around the caldera past sheer cliffs, islands and beaches. Stop to bathe in hot springs, swim and snorkel at Red Beach, and marvel at the views of shimmering white Fira, Imerovigli and the southern lighthouse, perched high on the clifftops. Enjoy unlimited drinks and a tasty lunch on board, and afterward, choose to visit Oia to experience its famously beautiful sunset views.

See the highlights of Santorini from the water's edge on this luxurious, half-day catamaran tour. Pick from morning or afternoon tour times and, following hotel pickup, you’ll be transferred to the port. Once aboard, set sail on a sightseeing tour, and see highlights including the Red Beach, White Beach, Santorini’s caldera, and more. This private tour also includes multiple swimming stops, a full meal on board, and unlimited drinks.

Experience Milos’ south coast and the white cliffs and coves of Kleftiko in style on this surprisingly affordable private sailboat charter, with a tender to get you right into the caves and shower and restroom too. Good for up to eight travelers, your package includes snacks, water, soft drinks and a bottle of wine, with a high-quality Bluetooth sound system for your favorite tracks: be sure to enable roaming.

Leave the crowds on Mykonos behind and catch the wind with this sailing cruise to two nearby Aegean islands. Set sail from Tourlos Bay to the UNESCO-listed island of Delos to explore the ancient Greek ruins at your own pace. Then head to the island of Rhenia, with a stop to swim and snorkel in the crystalline waters. Relax over lunch on board, served with wine, beer, and soft drinks.

Santorini’s whitewashed houses and volcanic cliffs look their best from the water. Even if you only have a short time to spare, take in the views and discover the island’s geothermal wonders on this to-the-point trip by a traditional wooden caïque—from the same port that most cruise travelers arrive at. Visit Santorini Volcano and swim in the Santorini Hot Springs: Bring cash to pay the volcano entrance fee.

Many of Paros’s most popular sights can only be explored by boat. On this full-day tour, hop aboard a boat in the village of Pounda and set sail into the vibrant waters of the Aegean Sea. Explore off the coast of Antiparos and navigate the Padieronissia island complex, stopping at several sites for a refreshing swim in the warm ocean.