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Private Tailor-Made Santorini Land Tour with a Local Driver

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Santorini, Greece
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3 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, Greek
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Overview

Experience Santorini like never before with a private, 100% tailor-made tour designed just for your interests. Make your own itinerary or leave your driver to organise it for you! Travel in style and comfort in a luxury or standard, air-conditioned car with a knowledgeable local driver who will provide insider insights and lead you to the island’s most iconic views and hidden gems. Enjoy a flexible schedule and seamless hotel pickup and drop-off, allowing you to explore at your own pace and completely avoid the crowds.

Choose from 3 up to 8 hour tours.
Round-trip transportation from your hotel is included.
Private, customizable tour for just you and your party.
A local driver/guide will lead the way

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Maps and live commentary
  • Lunch Stop for a lunch is not cover by the company
  • Alcoholic beverages Wine tasting or beer tasting fees are not included in the price.
  • Cable car tickets per person per ride if you need to use it. (Optional)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Hotels & Airbnbs: Pickup is from your hotel lobby or the nearest location accessible by vehicle.Cruise Ship Passengers: The main meeting point is at the top Cable Car exit in Fira, 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. Optional Water Taxi: Skip the cable car with a VIP water taxi transfer — fast and scenic! For the best experience and to avoid the cable car, we can assist you in arranging a water taxi.IMPORTANT INFO: Tendering Delay? Just message us — we stay in contact and will adjust your pickup as needed.Airport & Ferry Travelers: Pickup is at the arrivals terminal, where your driver‑guide will meet you holding a sign with your name.Feel free to contact us for any questions you might have. Our 15 years experience made us one of the best companies welcoming people from all over the world!

What To Expect

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Megalochori - Traditional Village

Walk through the traditional village of megalochori, and experience authenticity..
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Akrotiri Archaeological Site

Step back nearly 4,000 years of ancient Akrotiri on Santorini. Explore the well-preserved ruins of this one-time Minoan settlement, destroyed by a volcano in around 1450 BC. Inspect the excavated houses and buildings, see the remnants of kitchens and drainage systems, and read about the vivid frescoes that once graced the walls. Learn about the long-ago inhabitants, how their town was buried under ash, and how Minoan society and culture was far ahead of mainland European civilization at the time. Akrotiri, buried under volcanic ash in around 1450 BC. Walk along the main street. Past ruins of shops and houses, some once painted in colorful frescoes. Learn about life here nearly 4,000 years ago. Tour guide is with extra charge. Ask for the price.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Red Beach

The driver-escort will guide and show you one of the top 3 most famous volcanic beaches. The Red Beach in Akrotiri. Ticket is not required to visit the beach or swim at the crystal clear water. You can snorkel and sunbath at the beach and you can eat in one of the delicious restaurants close by..
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lighthouse

A short stop at the Venetian Light house in Akrotiri (cape) village. It's totally at the opposite site of the the famous castle of Oia (Ia) city. The ride to reach the lighthouse is a piece of art, because you will have the chance to see the Caldera site from a different perspective. A breathtaking sunset is an option for our tour. The lighthouse is not open for public but the building itself is stunning!
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Perissa Black Sand Beach

The driver-escort will guide and show you one of the top 3 most famous volcanic beaches. The Black Beach in Perissa. Ticket is not required to visit the beach or swim at the crystal clear water. You can enjoy a cool drink/cocktail in one of the beautiful beach bars, you can eat in one of the delicious restaurants or you can swim and enjoy some of the water sports offered at the beach (Jet ski, SUP, kayak)
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pyrgos

Pyrgos is one of the most traditional villages of Santorini. Built at the center of the island and offering a panoramic view, due to the fact it is the highest village of the island. Small streets that can be visited only on foot, thats why it remains unspoiled! Small traditional coffee shops with delicious desserts..
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Monastery of Profitis Ilias

We will reach the highest point of the island and we will visit the open area of the monastery where we will pray, light a candle and take some amazing pictures!
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Three Bells of Fira

Τhis landmarke with the blue domed church with the three bells set, against the backdrop of the volcanoes, the endless blue, and the daily cruise ships.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Imerovigli

The balcony of the Aegean. The highest town in the caldera area, with narrow little streets stretching along the edge of the cliff of this magnificent landscape. Beautiful little churches with blue domes, as well as bougainvillea in full bloom!
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Oia

The small streets, the white houses on the cliff, the blue domes on the Caldera site, the cave houses with the infinity pools, compose the majestic scenery you should not miss. Reach all the way to the castle for the famous sunset from that spot. Be aware, it might get super crowded during the high season. You will find some of the most amazing restaurants on the island on the Caldera site, with the globaly known view!
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tailor-Made Santorini Land Tour with a Local Driver?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Maps and live commentary
  • WiFi on board
  • Portable charger
  • Pickup: •Cruise passengers : upper station cable car •Hotel: Nearest accessible point •Airport/Port
  • Booster seat
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • LunchStop for a lunch is not cover by the company
  • Alcoholic beveragesWine tasting or beer tasting fees are not included in the price.
  • Cable car tickets per person per ride if you need to use it. (Optional)
  • Entrance fee - Archaeological Sites & Museums (Optional)
  • Licenced guide in the Archeological sites (Akrotiri)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travel time is already included in the total duration time

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