Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour – with Local Guide
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Santorini, Greece
- 3 to 10 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The strict itineraries of many tours mean you can end up missing sights you want to visit. On this private, flexible-duration tour, your local driver-guide will whisk you around Santorini with hotel and cruise ship pickup, taking care of navigation while you soak up the scenery. Visit famous landmarks, hidden gems, or enjoy the island like a local—this tour is completely customizable.
- Private tour: enjoy personalized recommendations and itinerary planning
- Build in photo stops throughout the tour to capture the memories
- Select from flexible three to eight hour itineraries, with the option to extend your experience
- Perfect for couples, families, groups of friends, and cruise ship travelers
What's Included
- Private customizable tour by air-conditioned vehicle
- Private driver - guide
- Live commentary and information
- Hotel/Port/Airport Pick up & Drop off
- Cruise passengers pick up is right outside the cable car exit
- Admission fees at Akrotiri excavations & museums - (optional visit)€20.00 per person
- Food and drinks
- Cable car tickets for cruise ship travelers (10,00 Euros per person, per ride)
- Wine tasting charges (optional visit)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Cruise Ship Passengers: The main meeting point is at the top Cable Car exit in Fira town (capital) , where your driver‑guide will be waiting with a sign displaying your name. Alternatively, pickup can be arranged at Athinios Port or Amoudi Port if you choose to arrange a private water taxi at your own expense. Hotels & Airbnbs: Pickup is from your hotel lobby or the nearest location accessible by vehicle. Airport & Ferry Travelers: Pickup is at the arrivals terminal, where your driver‑guide will meet you holding a sign with your name.
Itinerary
1
Oia
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
2
Imerovigli
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Megalochori - Traditional Village
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Perissa Black Sand Beach
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
5
Akrotiri Lighthouse
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Red Beach
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Monastery of Profitis Ilias
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Pyrgos
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Castelli of Emporio
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
10
Akrotiri Archaeological Site
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
11
Windmills of Emporio
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
12
Wine Museum Koutsogiannopoulos
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
13
Art Space
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
14
Ftelos Brewery Santorini
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- The Transportation Hour is included to the Total Tour Duration
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 419 reviews
Kim_M, May 2026
Lisandros was an awesome guide.
He was very knowledgeable about the Island and gave us a very informative tour.
He was fun and entertaining and very pleasant to spend time with.
He treated us like old friends, not just another tourist
****Highly recommend****
Peter_D, May 2026
Our tour guide Lisandros was excellent; he was very engaging and showed us a great mix of sights and villages to get a true flavor of Santorini. Be sure to stop at a bakery he suggests during your tour for some delicious food and desserts!
Christine_K, May 2026
Best Tour Guide EVER!!! Thank you to LISANDROS!!!! Omg he was SOOO AWESOME!!! So knowledgeable, patient, kind, funny, sweet, well-spoken, attentive, and did I mention so patient with the millions of questions we asked? He even recommended a place to eat and got us a table at a cliff restaurant overlooking the caldera at sunset!! He went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, saw what we wanted to, and even suggested and showed us incredible things we didn’t even know about. He completely exceeded anything we could have imagined!!! He took us to places that were less crowded that had the best views and you should see the pictures we got! Just wow!!! We 1000000% recommend!!! And the person/owner that we communicated with to confirm the tour was exceptional at communication too!!! Thank you so much!!!! We couldn’t recommend them more!!! Ask for Lisandros!!! We LOVED HIM!!!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Christine,
Thank you kindly for your beautiful review and for your generous words.
It was a pleasure to welcome you and share the beauty of Santorini with you.
Warm regards
Justin_P, May 2026
Aries was fantastic! He was extremely accomodating, personable, and knowledgeable about the island and its history.
Despite some unexpected rain in the morning, Aries orchestrated the tour to maximize the afternoon sunshine, and ultimately provided an outstanding tour for our group of 7.
I highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Justin,
Thank you very much for your thoughtful review and kind words.
It was a true pleasure providing your private tour and creating a memorable experience for you.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Carlos_R, May 2026
Our tour guide Adris was very good. He took us to see every major sight in Santorini. He explained everything throughly. He spoke very good English and we understood everything.
I highly recommend this tour for any first time visitors in Santorini.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Carlos,
Thank you kindly for your warm words and excellent review.
Santorini Signature Tours was delighted to welcome you and share the island’s beauty with you.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Karen_D, May 2026
This is an amazing tour - so nice that we could choose where we wanted to go. Tasos was a phenomenal guide - we had a cloudy day after morning rain and he helped us figure out the best route that avoided the clouds and gave us fantastic viewpoints as well as history of the island. Don’t miss this tour!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Karen,
Thank you very much for your thoughtful review and kind words.
It was a true pleasure providing your private tour and creating a memorable experience for you.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Cindy_H, May 2026
We had a wonderful time touring with Tazos in Santorini. The vehicle was clean and comfortable. Tazos was extremely knowledgeable and eager to share the history of his island. He made our visit to Santorini memorable. Thank you Tazos.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Cindy,
Thank you for your lovely feedback and for choosing Santorini Signature Tours.
Your trust is sincerely appreciated, and it was a pleasure hosting your private tour.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Seth_L, May 2026
Our guide, Tasos, led us on a beautiful and memorable journey through several towns in Santorini. Yes we saw the tourist highlights, but he somehow beat most of the tourist crowds.
Then, he also shared some beautiful, lesser known spots that were pretty amazing.
We capped our trip with a wine tasting at a local hidden gem, and learned that the Santorini 'nest' method to grow wine grapes is very different than in most other parts of the world, yielding excellent white and red wines.
Tasos intimate knowledge, and guidance made for an awesome Experience. I highly recommed this guide and tour operator.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Seth,
Thank you sincerely for your kind words and excellent feedback.
Santorini Signature Tours was very pleased to host your private tour and is delighted you enjoyed the experience.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Shannan_S, May 2026
Our guide, Aris, was extremely knowledgeable about various aspects of Santorini. He was so friendly, kind, honest, and provided a great experience for us. His driving felt safe, and our time spent was well spent. Upon pickup, he confirmed what sites we had already seen and then laid out ideas of what we could do with our time, and off we went! When other travelers book this experience, they should consider the time it takes to drive from one location to the next and how much time may be spent at each location. The outline on Viator is a great guide for the time spent at a location. You can obviously take more time if you want, but be sure you calculate that in your overall time booked. Don’t try to squeeze too much into a short amount of time. We picked the right amount for us since we had already done some adventuring on our own. At the end of our trip Aris provided some great restaurant recommendations that we ended up enjoying more than the places our hotel recommended. If giving the option to rebook this experience with Aris, we 100% would. There’s a reason the ratings on this tour are so high. Well worth the spend - both time and money!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Shannan
Thank you for your wonderful review and for your trust in Santorini Signature Tours.
It was a pleasure having you on the private tour, and your feedback is truly appreciated.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Cheryl_L, May 2026
A great day out with very informative guide, Aris. We saw some amazing views we would have missed going under our own steam and learnt so much about the island, its history and culture. Aris thank you for a fabulous day
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Cheryl,
Thank you very much for your generous five-star review.
Your kind words mean a lot, and it was a pleasure providing your private Santorini experience.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Devi_B, May 2026
Lisandros was absolutely amazing. He took us everywhere we wanted to go. We were even able to stop for a delicious Freddo Cappuccino. He knew the best routes for us to walk and enjoy Oia to the fullest. We'll be coming back to Santorini in October 2027 with a bigger group and we already plan on booking again with you guys and can hopefully get Lisandros again next time. We had a great trip and chatting with Lisandros about Santorini and Greece in general made it even better It was a perfect day.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Devi,
Thank you kindly for your warm words and excellent review.
Santorini Signature Tours was delighted to welcome you and share the island’s beauty with you.
Warm regards
Judy_N, May 2026
Just fabulous! The best way to really see and understand Santorini. Convenience, history and stress free.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Judy,
Thank you sincerely for your kind comments and five-star review. Santorini Signature Tours was very happy to be part of your Santorini experience.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Thomas_M, May 2026
Tasos was amazing he gave options all day and kept the group ahead of the lines for the best experiences and photo opportunities. Tasos had an unbelievable know of Santorini and even allowed to go off plan and we stopped at a winery then offered a great place for a late lunch. This was a unbelievable tour I would highly recommend doing when visiting Santorini so much better than the ship packed crowds.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Thomas,
Thank you kindly for your beautiful review and for your generous words.
It was a pleasure to welcome you and share the beauty of Santorini with you.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Anthony_W, May 2026
Tasks was extremely knowledgeable about the local history and created a “mock invasion” by pirates in the locals for us!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Anthony,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback.
We truly enjoyed our tour together and we are delighted you had a great experience.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Brian_J, May 2026
Our tour with Katarina was the highlight of our trip to Europe! She was so sweet and so kmowledgeable. She went way beyond to mske sure we had the ultimate experience. She ran us through tourists stops and knew rhe best places to get rhe pics and then slowed down to show us the true beauty of Santorini. She took us to eat and shop at family busineses. Everywhere we went, people were genuinely thrilled to see her. It was obvious that she's beloved. We can't recommend this tour high enough!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Brian,
Thank you kindly for your wonderful feedback and for placing your trust in Santorini Signature Tours.
The team was delighted to host your private tour and is pleased you had an enjoyable experience.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Gregory_L, May 2026
Since we had already seen Fira and Oia, we asked our driver, Ares, to focus on other areas of Santorini. Ares provided us with a fantastic tour and explanation of the smaller towns, views, and beaches of southern Santorini. By the time we were done we all felt we had greatly expanded our understanding and exploration of Santorini. Highly recommend this tour, Greg.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Gregory,
Thank you for your kind comments.
It was a pleasure hosting you and providing a memorable experience on the island.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Satish_K, May 2026
Tasos was a wonderful guide!! We booked the 8-hr tour and he ensured we were able to visit all our recommended places and more. We also had bad weather but Tasos was very accommodating and adaptable to the cold weather and all of our needs! He was a very informative guide and gave great extra recommendations that were very insightful and interactive.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Satish,
Thank you very much for your lovely review.
Santorini Signature Tours truly appreciates your kind comments and is pleased you enjoyed the experience.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Sherry_S, May 2026
Aris was one of the best guides we've ever had. He was very knowledgeable & gave us options. He showed us most of the top spots on the island & knew exactly where the best views for pictures were.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Sherry,
Thank you kindly for your generous words.
It was a pleasure having you on the tour and sharing the highlights of Santorini.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Joseph_F, Apr 2026
Tasos provided a great private tour. He listened to our interests and customized the tour with great insights.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Joseph,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback.
Tasos truly enjoyed the tour together and he is delighted you had a great experience.
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
patricia_b, Mar 2026
Beautiful scenery. Our guide/driver spoke good English but the driver for the other van did not speak English so they learned very little about the area.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Ms Patricia,
Thank you very much for your five star review!
Warm regards,
Santorini Signature Tours
Jennifer_F, Mar 2026
Great private tour. Such a wonderful way to see the highlights of Santorini and the hidden gems. Our guide Manolis was so kind, knowledgeable, and fun. We would love to stay in Santorini longer and do another tour with him.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Jen,
We’re so happy you had a wonderful private tour experience with Manolis! Our goal is to provide exclusive, personalized journeys, and it’s amazing to know you enjoyed every moment. We’d love to welcome you back for another custom adventure! Warm regards Santorini Signature Tours
Heather_L, Dec 2025
You know the fancy movie theaters, with the reclining heated seats? Before going to one myself I thought they weren't worth the extra cost - why would I pay extra to see the same exact movie?! And then I went to one and it changed my entire viewing experience; I'll never be able to go to a regular movie theater again. That's how seeing Santorini with a private tour guide was, Tasos is the comfy reclining chair that is worth every single penny. He helped shape our itinerary, had SO much current and historical knowledge, got us to secret places with no lines, and made great recommendations that we used throughout the rest of our trip. This experience has changed how we will travel going forward and we highly recommend it, and especiallyTasos.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Dear Heather,
Wow, what nice words — thank you so much!
It truly means a lot to hear that you felt the tour was friendly and enjoyable. Creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere is very important to me, so I’m especially happy that this stood out to you.
It was a real pleasure spending the day with you and showing you the beauty of Santorini. I hope our paths cross again in the future!
Warm regards,
Lynn_W, Oct 2025
This was an incredible day in Santorini! Aris was an incredible tour guide! Spoke great English and easy to understand! He was very knowledgeable about the history of Greece. We learned so much about the Greek culture. And he took us to ALL the major highlights of Santorini! Also treated us to lunch at a wonderful Greek restaurant! Food and wine were delicious! All for of us were so happy with this tour! Truly a perfect day in a beautiful city! We highly recommend!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Lynn,
We can’t thank you enough for your amazing review! Knowing that you had a memorable and enjoyable experience truly motivates our team. We’re grateful you chose us during your trip, and we hope we have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future.
Kind regards,
Cyclades Shine Team
Susan_P, Oct 2025
Aris was our most favorite tour guide/driver of our vacation. He was so wonderful and patient with communication and directions to our meeting spot. Santorini is a bit more involved with tenders and cable cars. The steps were closed the day we visited so everyone had to take the cable cars both ways. Aris gave us the full tour of Santorini which is amazing and beautiful. The tour was both on foot and by van with several stops. Aris gave us a great recommendation for lunch on our own at Thalami Bistro in Oia. He took great group pictures of my family. Aris was warm, friendly and knowledgeable. We had the perfect day in Santorini. Thank you!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Susan,
We greatly appreciate your thoughtful 5-star review. It’s wonderful to hear that you had such a positive experience with us. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey — we look forward to the chance to host you again.
Kristine_H, Oct 2025
Aris was a wonderful guide of Santorini. It was an amazing tour full of hidden gems. He went out of his way to make sure we had a great time! High recommend!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Kristine,
Your lovely review and perfect rating truly mean a lot. We're so glad that everything went smoothly and met your expectations. Thank you for choosing our experience, and we hope your memories stay with you long after your trip!
Kind regards,
Cyclades Shine Team
liz_c, Oct 2025
The tour was tailored to what we wanted however the tour guide also gave us really useful tips. We definitely wouldn’t of seen as much as we did without him
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Liz,
Your wonderful review has truly made our day. We're delighted that you had such a positive experience, and we’re grateful you chose to spend your time with us. We hope your journey brings you back again someday.
Kind regard,
Cyclades Shine Team
Steve_N, Oct 2025
Our experience with Ares was exceptional. He constantly communicated with us as the lift was temporarily shut down and helped us navigate to another port where he was waiting for our arrival. His knowledge and enthusiasm for Santorini is unmatched and he was a joy to be with for the tour. The tour itself saw every major item in the island and we had many great photo stops. We also learned quite a bit about Santorini’s history and economy. I would highly recommend this tour and I have been on many tours.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Steve,
Thank you for your amazing feedback and perfect rating! We’re thrilled that your experience was enjoyable and memorable. Guests like you inspire us to keep improving and delivering excellent service.
Kind regard,
Cyclades Shine Team
Stephen_D, Oct 2025
Don't hesitate, book your tour of Santorini with Aris. He is kind, considerate of groups needs and very willing to shae his knowledge in a way that dosent bore you and captures your attention so you remember what he is telling you. He showed us all of Santorini highlights in a clean, comfortable van. Could not have asked for a better day, we all enjoyed spending it with Aris. Highly recommend him!!!!!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Stephen,
We sincerely appreciate your fantastic 5-star review. We're so glad you had a great time, and it was a pleasure to host you. Thank you for choosing us — we look forward to welcoming you again in the near future.
Kind regard,
Cyclades Shine Team
Kristine_G, Oct 2025
Aris is an excellent local guide. Very informative and accommodated what we wanted to see on our tour. This tour is excellent value! Would highly recommend!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Kristine,
Thank you so much for your generous review! We’re thrilled to hear that everything went perfectly during your experience. It’s guests like you who make what we do so rewarding. Hope to have you back again soon!
Kind regard,
Cyclades Shine Team
Marilyn_P, Oct 2025
Nick our driver/guide was nice but something was missing. Saw some interesting sights but felt there could have been more to our experience.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Marilyn,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback and for rating your experience with us. We are happy that you enjoyed the tour overall.
We would also like to mention that our driver did everything possible to support your group, especially considering the mobility difficulties of one of the guests. He adjusted the itinerary, showed all the places you wished to see, and recommended local spots to enjoy. At the end of the tour, he even assisted you all the way back to the cable car and provided additional time without any extra charge, simply to ensure your comfort and safety.
We truly appreciate your acknowledgment of the experience and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again in Santorini.
Kind regards,
Cyclades Shine Team
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