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Santorini Highlights Private Half Day Tour

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| Santorini, Greece
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On average, this is booked 27 (0) days in advance.
4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

In this private Santorini Highlights tour, we will visit some of the most famous locations of the island: Red beach, Lighthouse, Vlychada beach, Castelli of Emporio, Monastery of Profitis Ilias, Imerovigli and Oia.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Mineral Water (1 bottle per person)
  • Any private expenses
  • Cable car tickets for cruise ship travelers
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick up location varies depending on your hotel or Cruise port (meeting point at top of cruise port’s cable car) Traveler pickup is offered. You will be informed on the exact time and location after your booking.Please note: Parts of Santorini are built on a slope, in case your hotel /Airbnb is inaccessible by car due to landscape, pedestrianized areas or any other restrictions, your pickup will be set a nearby meeting point location within walking distance from your accommodation.

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Red Beach

Our first stop will be at Red Beach’s. The locations landscape is truly unique: Dark blue waters, with the mountain towering above them, crimson and black, combining a unique landscape. This interesting and special morphological character puts the Red Beach among the fascinating shores in the world.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lighthouse

Then we stop at the lighthouse of Akrotiri. Very beautiful panoramic view on the edge of the cliff. From the most beautiful spots of the island. It's worth a stop!
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vlychada Beach

Our next stop is Vlychada beach. Vlychada beach is maybe the most captivating beach on the island, Vlychada will give you the sense of being on a... trip to the moon. Long and covered with black, thick sand and crystal-clear waters that deepen suddenly - almost on your second step - while the majestic, tall, white rocks circling it bestow it with a lunar visage.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Castelli of Emporio

As we move on we stop at Castelli of Emporio. Above the largest village of Santorini, Emporio, is the hill of Gavrilos. Along its ridge stands 9 traditional windmills. The hill offers a location with very beautiful open view, which is suitable for interesting pictures.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Megalochori

Then we go to one of the most serene and beautiful gems of the island. Megalochori is a traditional little village that will steal your heart with its unique aesthetics. Here, everything seems to have leapt out of a painting, while respect to tradition demands everywhere absolute silence.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Monastery of Profitis Ilias

Another amazing stop will be at the Monastery of Prophet Ilias. The route to go to the monastery and enjoy the view of the island is amazing. As soon as you reach the end of the hill you notice that the whole island appears at your feet. It is the highest point of the island
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Oia

Our final stop is Oia. It lies around 30 minutes by road from Firostephani, and it will truly bewitch you being overwhelming indeed. The main road divides it into two territories: the one, towards Caldera, has impressive underground edifices, while the other is adorned with captain-houses (capetanospita). At the settlement’s side lies the castle, with its remaining parts offering unique views of the infinite blue and the famous sunset. Here we spent 1.5 hours
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Santorini Highlights Private Half Day Tour?

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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Santorini Highlights Private Half Day Tour?
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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • All Fees and Taxes.
  • Mineral Water (1 bottle per person).
  • Hotel-port-airport pickup and drop-off.
  • Private driver-guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Any private expenses.
  • Cable car tickets for cruise ship travelers.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Santorini Highlights Private Half Day Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Santorini Highlights Private Half Day Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Mineral Water (1 bottle per person)
  • Hotel-port-airport pickup and drop-off
  • Private driver-guide
  • Any private expenses
  • Cable car tickets for cruise ship travelers

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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