Top Santorini Walking Tours

Designed for cruise passengers, this tour lets you explore Santorini without wasting time in long lines. Instead of waiting in the heat for the cable car, step onto our boat from your cruise ship’s tender and enjoy a scenic ride across the Aegean Sea with stunning views of the Caldera. Upon arrival, an air-conditioned bus will take you on a journey across the island. Your first stop is Finikia, where you can admire the blue-domed church and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Next, visit Oia, Santorini’s most famous village, known for its whitewashed houses, boutique shops, and breathtaking caldera views. You’ll also visit Perivolos Black Beach, where you can relax by the water or enjoy a drink on the beach. At the end of your tour, skip the cable car lines once again as our boat takes you back to your cruise ship’s tender for a smooth and stress-free return.

Cover the highlights of stunning Santorini in a luxury, air-conditioned minivan on this half-day private tour. Pick a duration that works best for you, meet your guide directly at your accommodation, and set off. Visit postcard-perfect Oia and Firostefani, admire the ancient settlement of Megalochori, discover the island's vibrant beaches, and more, all at your own pace.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Learn how to prepare traditional Greek dishes, and enjoy a convivial, homey setting in a traditional cave house—this unique Santorini cooking class offers a delicious immersion into local culinary traditions. Make your own way to the facilities, and enjoy appetizers and wine upon arrival. With your guide’s hands-on instructions, learn how to prepare several Greek dishes. At the end of class, enjoy your meal on the lovely terrace, with wine, desserts, and Greek coffee to go with.

Prepare for an experience that goes far beyond a typical walking tour. The Fira-Oia hike stands as a pinnacle of Santorini exploration, inviting you to traverse the picturesque caldera cliff and wander through the enchanting villages of Fira, Firostefani, Imerovigli, and Oia. In the footsteps of ancient merchants, farmers, and sailors, this journey unveils the rich history and captivating beauty of the island. Capture breathtaking vistas of the caldera along the way, ensuring that each photo becomes a cherished memory of this landscape.

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.

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.

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.

IG: memories_of_santorini ❗Only couples or private groups. If you’re a solo traveler, a family, a larger group, or need a different time slot, feel free to contact me to plan a custom photo session that fits your needs. Join me for a memorable shoot as we explore my favorite Santorini spots. You’ll receive a personalized souvenir capturing the essence of your day. I’ll help you create unique images that reflect your style and vibe. Even if it’s your first photoshoot, I’ll make sure you feel relaxed and have fun. Wear whatever best represents you, arrive on time, and enjoy the experience! We’ll take professional street-style photos as we stroll through the stunning village of Oia, mixing candid moments with posed shots. Just bring your smile, it’s the best accessory. 1 Hour Session - 50 Digital Photos delivered in private gallery. 1.5 Hours Session - 75 Digital Photos delivered in private gallery. 30 Minutes Session - 30 Digital Photos delivered in private gallery.

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.

Maximize your time on Santorini and take a private tour to the island's most important spots.  Over four and a half hours, your guide will drive you in comfortable private transportation to Oia, Megalochori, and more. Then, take a trip to the Venetsanos Winery where you’ll enjoy a three-course wine tasting accompanied by an unforgettable sunset.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Preserve the memories of your Santorini vacation with an hour-long private photoshoot, with options for individuals, couples, and families available. Your professional photographer will email you around 45 edited photos around two weeks after your session, with the option to order express editing or high-resolution photos for an additional fee.

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.

Experience the volcanic beauty of the Aegean without having to line up for selfies on land during a sunset catamaran cruise. Plus, sailing at golden hour reveals the scenery when it looks most stunning. You'll stop to bask on Santorini’s red- and white-sand beaches, snorkel, and soak in volcanic hot springs. 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.

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.