Top Santorini Walking Tours

Discover a new side of Santorini—and follow your guide off the tourist trail and straight to the culinary highlights—on this small-group, half-day food tour. Don't worry about trying to discover the best food destinations on the island on your own: With your guide's expertise, you'll get to know the spots that locals love, all while marveling at panoramic views and enjoying treats like Greek coffee, delicious pie, olive oil, souvlaki, loukoumades, and more.

Capture your visit to one of Europe’s most photogenic places with a private walking photo shoot in Santorini. Stroll the island’s picturesque villages—Oia in the morning and Imerovigli later in the day. A professional photographer will snap photos of you and your companions against classic backdrops of whitewashed homes, blue domes, and caldera views. Receive shareable digital images in an online gallery within three days.

Discover Santorini’s most iconic villages—Oia, Imerovigli, and Pyrgos—on a relaxed, small-group tour designed especially for cruise ship travelers. Led by a knowledgeable local guide and with a small-group format, this tour ensures a more personal and engaging experience. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minibus and enjoy the flexibility of morning or afternoon departures, making it easy to tailor your sightseeing to your cruise schedule or preferred pace of the day. Capture stunning caldera views, stroll through charming alleys, and snap unforgettable photos in Santorini’s most picturesque spots. Explore hidden gems and quiet corners away from the crowds, experience panoramic views of the Aegean, and immerse yourself in the island’s authentic charm. Perfect for first-time visitors or those seeking a serene, memorable shore excursion, this tour turns limited time on the island into a truly unforgettable experience.

This small-group tour offers an intimate way to experience Santorini’s iconic villages with a passionate local guide. Enjoy scenic drives, leisurely exploration, and a memorable clifftop walk revealing stunning caldera views, all while traveling in comfort—a far superior experience to larger bus tours. Discover Pyrgos, a hilltop village with winding alleys and medieval castle ruins, Oia, known for its blue-domed churches and postcard-perfect streets, Imerovigli, the “balcony to the Aegean,” and Firostefani, a peaceful village with breathtaking panoramas. Your guide shares stories and insights that bring each village to life. Ideal for travelers wanting to make the most of their time on the island, this tour combines Santorini’s highlights with authentic local insight. With morning and afternoon departures, you can choose the time that best fits your schedule, making this one of the most rewarding ways to explore the island.

There's so much to see in Santorini, but getting into the heart of the island can prove tricky. Save precious vacation time with this shore excursion, skipping long cable car lines with pickup directly from the port. Relax onboard a private, air-conditioned minibus as you head out to explore island highlights such as the villages of Oia and Fira, Perivolos Beach, and more. Timed to suit your ship's schedule, you're back onboard in plenty of time for depature, having thoroughly immersed yourself in Santorini's most charming spots.

Go beyond a typical walking tour and take a hike from Fira to Oia with this half-day private tour. Walk along the caldera cliff and through several traditional villages, learning about the day-to-day life of ancient Greeks from your guide. Plus, make several stops throughout the hike to capture stunning photos of the panoramic views.

Discover a side of Santorini that few other visitors get to experience—and make exploring beyond the mainland easy—on this half-day tour. Look forward to visiting Santorini's unique volcanic landscapes, and head to two islets accessible only by boat. Sail to Nea Kameni to hike up to the crater of the active volcano (entry tickets own expense), and to Palea Kameni, where you can soak in natural hot springs.

Nobody’s arms are long enough to capture a natural shot of themself and Santorini’s caldera. Receive the perfect souvenir of your time on the island when you book this express photo shoot and walking tour with a photographer who knows Oia’s top locations well. As well as capturing images for you to savor, they act as a private guide, helping you get oriented on Santorini and offering tips and advice.

Experience Santorini’s nature and history on this all-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, explore Akrotiri (April-November), a well-preserved Bronze Age settlement buried in ash nearly 3,600 years ago in a volcanic eruption (admission fee not included). Then head to the cliffside village of Oia and admire a magnificent sunset—along with the famous Blue Dome Church, Prophet Elias Monastery, plus a wine museum for wine tastings.

Avoid the long lines, crowded donkeys, and cable car confusion. Begin your Santorini experience with a convenient boat transfer directly from your cruise port — no waiting, no stairs, just a smooth start to the day. Enjoy a relaxed small-group tour to highlights like Oia, the black sand beach, and the charming village of Megalochori. Created especially for cruise passengers, this tour guarantees an on-time return and a comfortable pace, even during busy season. Travel by air-conditioned minibus with a knowledgeable local guide who brings Santorini’s history and beauty to life. Take in panoramic views, explore picturesque villages, and enjoy free time at each stop. The itinerary is carefully planned around cruise schedules, with a seamless boat transfer back to port. A smart, stress-free way to see Santorini in one day.

Sip on Santorini wine and nibble on local bites during this small-group, half-day tour of the island and three of its wine estates. As you explore, learn about Santorini’s unique vine management techniques, discover local varieties such as assyrtiko, and taste at least 12 wines. Your tour includes a stop at a cliff-top winery, which offers spectacular views of the Aegean by day—and sunset if you’ve booked the sunset option.

Take a closer look at Santorini's famous caldera on this half-day hiking tour from the traditional whitewashed houses of Fira to the cliffs of Oia. With a guide and in a small group, trek past traditional villages, cave houses, and spectacular lookout points, visiting spots that most visitors miss and learning about the island's explosive volcanic history. Includes snacks to keep you energized.

Cruise around Santorini on this half-day catamaran tour departing from Vlihada Marina. Observe famed sights such as the Venetian Lighthouse, the Indian Rocks, the Red Beach, and the White Beach as you glide atop clear blue water. Enjoy a swimming and snorkeling excursion, then take in panoramic views of Thirasia Island and, if you've chosen an evening tour, sail past Oia during sunset—a must-do for any Santorini trip.

Experience the volcanic beauty of the Aegean without having to line up for selfies on land during a catamaran cruise. Stop to bask on Santorini’s red- and white-sand beaches, snorkel, and soak in volcanic hot springs. Choose to sail in the morning or at sunset when the scenery is washed in golden sun. With included hotel transport plus a fresh Greek barbecue and soft drinks, beer, and local wine served onboard, it's a decadent way to enjoy the island’s famous sights.

Explore the ancient ruins of Akrotiri with an expert archaeologist and immerse yourself in the history and daily life of this advanced prehistoric city. Walk through its preserved streets and learn how a volcanic eruption buried the town, inspiring the myth of Atlantis, and discover the secrets of this lost civilization.

Santorini has so much to see that it can be tough to know how to fit it all in on a short cruise ship shore excursion. Avoid the stress, crowds, and cable car chaos on this group tour designed for cruise passengers. Get picked up by a boat directly from port and ferried to the island shore, ready to explore postcard-perfect Oia, the famous blue-dome viewpoint, the peaceful village of Megalochori, and the black-sand beach of Perivolos.

Combine a visit to Santorini's caldera and hot springs with a trip out to the island of Thirasia with this cruise. You'll start at Nea Kameni, a volcanic island, where you'll have time to walk around the island and swim in its hot springs. You'll the cruise on to Thirasia, where you'll have enough time to have lunch and explore before sailing back to Santorini.

Experience Santorini at its most iconic on a private 3-hour walk along the breathtaking caldera rim. Starting in lively Fira and continuing through Firostefani to elegant Imerovigli, this route offers some of the most spectacular views on the island. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll discover hidden corners, learn the stories behind Santorini’s volcanic landscape and enjoy a relaxed, scenic walk at your own pace — perfect for both first-time visitors and returning travelers. Perfect for cruise visitors and hotel guests alike.

Stress-Free Santorini for Cruise Passengers Skip the stairs, long lines, and crowded cable cars. This small-group tour is designed for cruise guests who want a smoother, easier way to explore Santorini. Start with a direct boat transfer from your ship, then travel in comfort by air-conditioned minibus to top spots like Oia, Megalochori, and the black sand beach. Enjoy stunning views, relaxed pacing, and insights from a top-rated local guide. ✔️ Timed for cruise schedules ✔️ Small groups — no rush ✔️ On-time return guaranteed No chaos. No stress. Just an unforgettable Santorini experience made simple.

Santorini stuns at any angle, but its most magical destinations are often only reachable by water. Experience its rugged coastline and volcanic islands by boat on this catamaran cruise. Choose between daytime and sunset bookings; snorkel equipment is available for swim stops, and you'll enjoy a BBQ buffet lunch or dinner washed down with local white wine and soft drinks—as well as swimming to the Santorini Hot Springs.

Get a taste of Santorini's beauty and learn about the island's history and culture with plenty of time to spare on a walking tour of Fira. Explore the capital's white-washed streets, blue domes, and sea views with added context from your guide, so you'll leave feeling like you've really got under the skin of this magical island.

Experience the gorgeous Aegean island of Santorini with a professional photographer documenting a custom-crafted journey. After organizing a personalized itinerary with your guide, let the photographer capture your adventure with sharp compositions and a contemporary style. Enjoy access to an online gallery of high-quality images after your trip, where you can download your chosen images.

If you thought photos of Santorini were stunning, just wait until you see the breathtaking views from the island’s highest points. This walking tour takes you on a hike around Santorini’s caldera in search of the best lookout vistas. Explore the top path where you’ll see how 3,000 years have altered this landscape. As you find viewpoints, you’ll see some of the island’s quaint white towns basking in the sunlight.