Private Guided Tour of Traditional Santorini with wine tasting- Full Day

Recommended by 97% of travelers

Santorini, Greece

6 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

Private tour offers a personalized introduction to Santorini
Get a taste of traditional Greek culture in non-touristy villages
Soak up unbeatable views from the island's highest point
Sample local wines at a clifftop winery and walk on a famous black-sand beach

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Port pickup and drop-off. Not big space for luggage
Map of Santorini
Bottled water onboard the vehicle
Alcoholic Beverages

Personal spending

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

For cruise ship passengers: Pick up from the exit of the cable car For Hotel pick ups:Pick up from any hotel as close as it gets For Airport: Please provide flight number End Point Options: Cruise Ship Port, Airport, Hotel

Itinerary

Firostefani

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oia's Main Street

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Pyrgos Kallistis

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Gavalas Winery

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Perivolos Beach

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time

A moderate amount of walking is involved on uneven surfaces
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
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 39 reviews

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Unforgettable Private Tour of Traditional Santorini – Stunning Views, Charming Villages, and Excellent Wine

Christopher_C, Jul 2025

Our private tour of traditional Santorini was an absolutely amazing experience that gave us a deeper appreciation for the island’s unique beauty, culture, and history. From start to finish, our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and amusing — he made the day both fun and insightful, ensuring we saw all the most interesting and scenic parts of the island. We visited the striking Red Beach and Black Beach, both breathtaking in their own way and unlike anything we'd seen before. We also explored several small, picturesque villages, each with its own charm, stunning architecture, and tranquil atmosphere. Along the way, we learned about the building rules and traditions that give Santorini its iconic look — whitewashed walls, blue domes, and narrow stone paths. A highlight of the tour was the wine tasting, where we sampled local wines unique to Santorini’s volcanic soil. The winery offered beautiful views and a relaxing atmosphere, and the wines (especially the Assyrtiko) were delicious. We also enjoyed a lovely lunch featuring fresh, local ingredients and classic Greek flavors. This tour was the perfect blend of sightseeing, culture, and relaxation, and thanks to our fantastic guide, we felt like we experienced the real heart of Santorini. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to go beyond the postcard views and connect with the island’s rich traditions!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are delighted to hear that you had an absolutely amazing experience on our private tour of traditional Santorini. It's truly wonderful to know that our guide contributed to making your day both fun and insightful, and that you enjoyed exploring the island's unique beauty, culture, and history. Your kind words affirm our commitment to providing memorable experiences that go beyond the usual postcard views, allowing our guests to connect with the real heart of Santorini. We sincerely appreciate your recommendation!

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Jamison_G, Nov 2024

Do not miss the opportunity to start your adventure on Santorini with this tour and company. You will be especially please if Amani is your guide. The information and tour is enhanced by her knowledge and sharing of history to understand the importance and beauty of Santorini. It is more than Oia !! You see the entire island and will assist you to go back and see more. The personalized tour we received to meet our needs and wants to see the entire island. Again, do not miss the opportunity to explore with her and this tour company.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Thank you so much for the positive feedback! It’s a joy to share the beauty and history of Santorini, and I’m glad I could enhance your adventure.

Great way to experience Santorini up close on our cruise

Kyle_N, Oct 2021

Was able to book this at the last minute while on a cruise to Greece as our other excursion through the cruise got cancelled on us. Our guide was lovely, took us through the entire island and provided a lot of insight. She knew where to go first to beat the crowds so we got the best postcard photos to remember our trip. The wine was great and we bought a few bottles to bring home with us. Then she gave us a great recommendation for lunch before we hopped back on the cruise ship. Super easy and relaxed day and we would love to go back due to the great experience.

Response from Host, Feb 2022

It was my pleasure to show you around. I hope to see you soon.

Once in a Lifetime Experience

SASHA_R, Dec 2019

i would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to experience the best of Santorini! Our tour guide, Amani was very informative and friendly. She took the time to take our pictures at each location, and accommodated our requests of special sites we wanted to visit. She made us feel like family with her warmth and special attention. At dinner, she recommended a restaurant, and even went inside to help us order! I highly recommend this tour, and only have nice things to say about the lovely Amani!

Response from Host, Dec 2019

It was my pleasure to show you and Courtney around. I was so touched with your love and desire to discover hidden locations. I am so happy that you came to Santorini and made your dream come true

OMG AMAZING TIME!!

NOELLE_M, Oct 2019

We went from one and of the island to the other. Our guide was Amazing. Very personable and answered all our questions and wanted to make sure we did all we could with our time. Be prepared to do a lot of walking and lots of stairs up and down. But Oh - so worth it. Great time, Great guide. Would do it again in a second.

Response from Host, Oct 2019

Be prepared to do your workout !!! It's for free :) I am glad that you enjoyed it, ready to do it again with you... next time

The most amazing tour with the best...

safaa, Nov 2017

The most amazing tour with the best tourist guide Amani Baraka from Golden Ibex. I highly recommend her for her knowledge, kindness and friendly. رحلة مميزة ورائعة مع المرشدة السياحة الأخت اماني بركات من شركة قولدن ايبكس. انصح بها وبشدة خاصة للعرب والخليجيين لحسن أخلاقها وتفهمها لمتطلبات المجموعات