Best of Santorini: 3-hour Private Tour with a Local Guide

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Santorini, Greece

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

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Santorini Shore Excursion: Private Tour of Oia and Fira, including Museum of Prehistoric Thira and Wine Tasting

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Overview

Discover the beauty of Santorini on this private tour, exploring the caldera-side villages of Firostefani, Imerovigli, and Oia. Admire the famous blue-domed church, traditional Cycladic architecture, and breathtaking panoramic views, with the option to witness a stunning sunset from a secret spot. Your local guide will share fascinating stories and insights, making this a memorable journey through Santorini’s charm and history.

Capture the beautiful blue-domed church at scenic Firostefani
Uncover and admire hidden gems and Cycladic charm in Imerovigli
Stroll Oia’s cobbled lanes with breathtaking caldera views
End the day with Santorini’s beautiful sunset at a secret spot

What's Included

Hotel or cruise port pickup (meeting point for cruise travelers is at the top of the cable car)
Private driver - guide
Private Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
Mineral Water (1 bottle per person)
Live commentary and information

Lunch or Refreshments
Cable car tickets for cruise passengers (€ 6 per person / each way)
Wine Tasting (optional)
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick-up guests from all hotels and Airbnbs in Santorini. If hotel is inaccessible by car due to restrictions, pickup will be held from a nearby location withing short walking distance. Cruise ship travelers: Meeting point is the top of the cable car. Your driver - guide will hold a name board with travelers name on. Airport travelers: Pick-up and drop-off is possible from Santorini National Airport at no extra cost.

Itinerary

Firostefani

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Imerovigli

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oia

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant seats available
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Stroller accessible
Most travelers can participate
Not wheelchair accessible
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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Must do Tour with George

Brendan_F, Nov 2025

George was amazing guide - took us to so many parts of the island we would have never seen otherwise. A very knowledgeable passionate man who wants to share this beautiful place with the world. Took so many photos for us and we are so grateful. Thank you George, for your hospitality, your kindness and sharing so much history with us. Take care my friend - Brendan & Cushla NZ

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We’re thrilled to hear that George made your experience so special. We hope to welcome you back again soon.

Great Tour

Omar_P, Oct 2025

Angelo was a fantastic guide. A must do for anyone visiting the island, especially great for the first day so you know what to do and where to go. Very comprehensive

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Angelo. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon.

Great experience

Mireille_A, Aug 2024

Yannis was great. Very informative and knowledgeable. He was very helpful too and patient while waiting for us to take pictures. The tour is so worth it and you get the one on one experience.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Thanks so much for your lovely review! We’re glad you had such a great experience and hope to see you again on another adventure.

Good trip. Good food. And good company.

Lyly_C, May 2024

We had a very knowledgeable and professional tour guy. We really enjoyed the 4 hours tour. We had visited all the places that the cruise excursion recommended but we only paid half of the price 😃

Response from Host, May 2024

Thanks for the kind words! Happy to hear you loved the tour!

Beautiful Country - Bad Guide

Lisa_B, May 2022

Our ship was 4 hours late disembarking due to strong winds. I kept our driver up to date; she was waiting for us when we got off the cable car. She took us to a great restaurant for lunch. Our tour went downhill after lunch. She was on her phone during the entire tour. Didn’t give us any history. She was always way ahead of us. We were very disappointed with our guide. What we did see of Santorini was beautiful.

Response from Host, May 2022

Hello Mrs Lisa, I am so sorry about your disappointment because of your driver - guide! Please accept my apologies! I will take all the necessary measures to prevent such a thing from happening again! Have a beautiful night! Regards, Ioannis Ioannou.