Day Trips from Santorini to Oia

Maximize time in Santorini with a full-day private sightseeing tour. Get picked up at your hotel or the address of your choice in Santorini and set out to see a combination of top landmarks and hidden gems. Customize the itinerary according to your interests or sit back and let your guide lead the way to popular places including the Red Beach, Oia’s Main Street, and the Three Bells of Fira.

You will have the chance to see most of the main villages on the island and discover the most beautiful parts of Santorini through the eyes of a local.

Steep roads and limited parking make Santorini no place to self-drive. See the island’s most distinctive cliff-top village, Oia, to admire its whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches. Then, stop at Kissiras farm to tour the property and enjoy a lunch or dinner of local dishes. Finally, visit Artemis Karamolegos Winery to learn about winemaking and sample several local wines.

Get an overview of the highlights of Santorini in one full day on this private, customizable tour. Depart from your hotel or cruise ship port in an air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy personalized attention from your driver-guide. Visit Imerovigli, Oia, Pyrgos, and more, and explore the island at your own pace.

Your tour begins with a stop at the island’s iconic caldera, a striking viewpoint. Then head to Firostefani for a quick 15′ stop, a traditional village filled with many tiny churches, for more insight into the island’s history. We gaze to the Volcano ahead of us, Imerovigli and Oia. The journey continues to Imerovigli where we can see and take pictures of the caves, the place where the old Habitants of the island used to live. Then, we head to the edge of Imerovigli to see the well-known Skaros, an UNESCO protected mountaint that really floats on the air and take pictures of the region. On the way to Oia, we can witness red, black and yellow volcanic lava on the left side of the mini bus. ON the right side we see the Caldera and the Aegean Sea and the second island volcano, Coloumbos, which is underwater. Our tour ends at Oia. In case you wish to book the tour for less than 5 people, please send us an email .

Experience the Aegean in style on this sailing trip from Santorini aboard a luxury catamaran. Start by heading out to the volcanic area just off of Oia, with plenty of time to soak in the hot springs before moving on past the Venetian Lighthouse. Then stop at the White Beach to swim while the crew prepares a sumptuous barbecue of meats, seafood, salads, and local white wine. Set sail for Red Beach, where wrap up your experience with more swimming and cocktails.  The sunset sail follows the same itinerary in reverse.

Santorini’s most striking beaches and volcanic sites are best reached by boat—but planning separate trips to each spot can be time-consuming. This sailing cruise connects the island’s highlights in one relaxed day on the water. Visit dramatic shores such as Red Beach and White Beach, swim near the volcanic hot springs around Nea Kameni, and stop by Thirassia. Between swims, enjoy a traditional Greek meal served onboard as you cruise the Aegean.

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.

Make the most of your limited time on Santorini and take a sightseeing tour of the island’s top attractions. Join a small group and head to Megalochori, a traditional village where you can learn about local life. Then, head to the castle of Pyrgos for scenic views of the island before ending with a walk in the iconic village of Oia.

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.

Santorini’s highlights are spread across the island, making it challenging to see them all without arranging your own transportation. Cover more with an organized tour linking archaeological, cultural, and scenic sights, including Akrotiri, a local winery, and Prophet Elias Monastery. Finish in Oia for its celebrated sunset, combining Santorini’s history, wine, villages, and views without planning each stop yourself.

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.

Instead of working up a sweat while you walk around the Santorini coastline, relax on your sightseeing adventure with this catamaran cruise. Set out onto the caldera in the mid-morning, sailing around local highlights like the Mesa Pigadia Beach and the island’s central volcano. Stop for swimming and snorkeling along the way, but don’t worry about the beaches getting crowded – on this small-group cruise, make the most of the sand and sea without other tourists on your catamaran getting in your way.

Experience Santorini’s volcanic landscapes from the blue Aegean on this catamaran cruise with transfers, BBQ lunch, drinks, and free Wi-Fi. Choose between a day cruise from Amoudi Bay across the caldera to Vlychada Marina or a sunset cruise in reverse to capture the perfect sunset. Both include stops at Red Beach, White Beach or Mesa Pigadia Beach, and the Santorini Hot Springs.

Get views of Santorini from aboard a catamaran during this boat excursion. Sip unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks while taking in glimpses of the island's beaches and volcanic landscape. Make stops at the White Beach, soak in some local hot springs, go snorkeling, and watch the sun dip below the horizon in Oia. Barbecue meal and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Sail around Santorini's stunning coastline aboard a luxury catamaran with you book this small-group excursion. Explore Ammoudi Bay, swim at Thirasia Island, and admire the Venetian lighthouse. Take a dip in the healing waters of the Santorini Volcano and visit the famous Red Beach. Indulge in a BBQ dinner and open bar as you watch the famous Santorini sunset with a glass of Prosecco.

Discover the captivating charm of Santorini on a personalized half-day tour, designed for small groups and individuals. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this journey takes you through iconic landmarks like the Blue Dome in Firostefani and the unique architecture of Oia. Enjoy a stroll through the traditional village of Megalochori, and visit the Akrotiri Archaeological Site. This private experience allows for a tailored itinerary to suit your interests, ensuring a memorable exploration of the island's history and beauty. Delight in a lunch at one of three selected restaurants (at your own expense) as part of your adventure. 5-hour private tour tailored for your group Visit must-see attractions including Oia and Megalochori Includes air-conditioned transport with bottled water Lunch at a handpicked restaurant available (own expense)

Discover Santorini’s highlights on a small-group tour with wine tasting options. Choose a classic half-day route or extend to a full-day adventure. Wander through Oia, admire panoramic views from Prophet Elias Monastery, and explore the historic village of Pyrgos. Upgrade your experience with wine tasting or Akrotiri’s ancient ruins. With seamless transport and a knowledgeable local guide, every stop feels personal and unforgettable.

By choosing our private day or sunset tour, you will be able to experience the most beautiful moments with us on Santorini Island. Starting from the beautiful lighthouse with its history, going towards the red beach, catching the sun at the black sand beach, watching the island from the highest point of the island Profitis Ilias, visiting the most famous Blue domes, and finishing in magic Oia village will take your breath away. Taking pictures at the most beautiful places, experiencing the hidden gems, and having a great mood will make this tour unforgettable.

Experience the very best of Santorini on a private full-day tour combining iconic sightseeing, breathtaking caldera views, and an authentic local wine tasting experience included. Travel comfortably in a modern air-conditioned vehicle with a friendly local guide, enjoying a flexible itinerary tailored to your pace and interests. Visit Santorini’s most famous villages, including Oia, Imerovigli, Firostefani, and Fira, with time to enjoy whitewashed houses, blue domes, and stunning cliffside views. Along the way, stop at panoramic viewpoints such as Profitis Ilias, with the option to visit Red Beach or Santorini’s Black Sand beaches depending on your preferences. Enjoy a guided wine tasting at a traditional local winery and discover Santorini’s unique volcanic wines and winemaking heritage. Ideal for couples, families, cruise visitors, and small groups, this is a relaxed and personalized way to explore Santorini without crowds or stress.

Discover Santorini's charm with the luxury of a private, English-speaking guide on this half-day sightseeing tour. Starting from Oia or the south, explore panoramic views in Imerovigli and Firostefani overlooking volcanic islands Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni. Dive into Megalochori's traditions and visit the unique Red Beach and black sands of Perivolos and Perissa. Enjoy hotel pickup and the flexibility to customize your tour to fit your interests.

Run by local guides and operators who live on the island — not a call center booking you onto someone else's coach. Real knowledge, real flexibility, and people who know every viewpoint worth stopping for. Instead of queuing for the cable car, you cross by water to Amoudi — the little fishing port beneath Oia that most visitors never see — and start the day in Oia itself. And with multiple start times through the day, there's no waiting around at the port after your ship docks. You get straight into it.

Immerse yourself in Santorini's beauty, culture, and cuisine on a private tour of the island, from must-see highlights to traditional villages not on the usual tourist itinerary. Head to the island’s highest point for panoramic views, visit the ruins of castles, and stop for lunch at a family fish tavern on a black-sand beach. Learn what makes volcanic wines unique during a guided tasting at a winery, and end the day with a classic Santorini sunset from the postcard-perfect village of Oia.

Santorini’s top attractions are scattered high and low across the island. Discover them without the expense of car hire and the strain of finding parking on this convenient tour by minibus, with a driver-guide to explain exactly what you’re seeing. Soak up views across the island from its highest point, see charming villages, ancient lighthouses, colored beaches, and blue-domed churches, and wrap up with Santorini’s star sunset: Oia.