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Santorini Tour: Explore Villages, Beaches, and Views
4.8
23 Ratings
Oia
Explore Santorini’s iconic sites with locals. Enjoy picturesque villages, stunning views, and vibrant beaches on a luxurious half-day tour.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Oia - Embark on an island tour commencing from the renowned village of Oia. With comfortable walking shoes, we’ll guide you to explore the famous Caldera and the iconic Blue Domes—unmissable attractions on Santorini. Take your time for photography and immerse yourself in the charm of quaint shopping alleys, brimming with local brands, handmade treasures, and art galleries.
- Firostefani - Next, visit the neighboring village of Firostefani that offers some of the best views of the caldera, and is home to several historical churches and traditional Santorinian architecture.
- Προϕήτης Ηλίας - Our journey continues to the Monastery of Profitis Ilias, the highest peak of the mountain (567m/1860 ft), offering breathtaking views. The convent houses a valuable collection of holy images, handwritten books, and rare ecclesiastical items.
- Megalochori - Megalochori is a charming village situated in the southwest part of Santorini, approximately 9 kilometers from Fira, the capital of the island. Known for its picturesque ambiance and friendly atmosphere, Megalochori offers easy access to stunning beaches. It is located in the heart of wine country, making it an ideal destination for wine enthusiasts. The village is close to excellent wineries, the ancient archaeological site of Akrotiri, the airport, and is only a 10-minute drive from Fira
- Perissa Black Sand Beach - Our next stop is the tranquil Perissa’s Black Beach, renowned for its dark sand comprised of black volcanic pebbles. The striking contrast between the ebony shoreline and the crystal-clear waters of the Aegean Sea forms a breathtaking landscape. Fully organized, this beach offers traditional restaurants and beach bars, providing an ideal setting for relaxation. Here, you can unwind and indulge in refreshments, savor local cuisine, or partake in water sports like windsurfing, snorkeling, and kayaking.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Free Wi-Fi
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- English speaking driver-guide
- Bottle of water
- Small group tour (max 15 people)
What's Not Included
- Gratuities (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Meals
Additional Information
Embark on an exceptional journey across Santorini with our knowledgeable driver-guide in a luxurious minivan. Experience the charm of picturesque villages, admire crystal-clear waters, and behold breathtaking views, including the iconic white buildings of Oia and the delightful Fira. Immerse yourself in the traditional allure of Megalochori, take in the panoramic vistas from Prophitis Ilias Monastery, and relax on the vibrant black sand beaches of Perissa/Kamari.
Location
Oia
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(23 Ratings)
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Carolyn_c
Aug 8, 2024
Superb Experience - We were lucky to be given a private tour by Yianni as there was overbooking in the group tour. He was very knowledgeable and took us all over the island. We went from Oia to Akrotiri Lighthouse, stopping along the way at different points of interest. Totally recommendable
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Nunog437
Jul 29, 2024
Santorini express - Spires guide the best!! Adapted to out schedule and wants. A Mercedes van with air conditioning that took us to the best places in the island in 4h, stop for a swim included
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N2943nigabrielam
Jul 19, 2024
Best day in Santorini - What a great day! Loved that we were able to visit so many places! Our tour guide, Chrysa, knew all the perfect picture spots and even helped us take pictures of our entire family. My son kept asking her about the island and she was very kind in answering all his questions. Our tour was private since there was only the 5 of us in the van, which made it so much more special. The kids wanted to eat ice cream and Chrysa pointed us to a little spot that was amazing.
We ended the day at Perissa Beach and Chrysa recommended a great restaurant to eat.
Thank you so much for the best day in Santorini!
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X5785trpatrickd
Jul 17, 2024
Fun tour of Santorini - Great tour of Santorini. Spyros was very helpful and informative. Lots of good photo opportunities at key locations on the island, and lovely swim at the end.
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Satis55
Jul 17, 2024
Lovely and very comfortable - Spiro was amazing, forgot my swim suit and he ensured I get one, which I got for a bargain price and then enjoyed a swim at the Black Beach Perivolos- which was totally amazing.
Totally accommodating and professional
Thank you thoroughly enjoyed x
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Payal258
Jul 8, 2024
Great and reliable transfer service - Spiros was very good , he gave us very good information and very helpful . He waited and told us to wait in the car till our hotel transport to come as it was very hot to wait outside .
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989kaiyag
Jul 5, 2024
Transportation - They were able to get us to our ferry on time when it was moved forward in a very timely manner. Making sure that our trip went smoothly. Thanks Yiannias!
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Cara_s
Jun 26, 2024
Excellent tour - We landed on Santorini early and couldn’t check into our hotel until the afternoon. Our guide, Spiros, picked us up from the airport and took us across the whole of the island. He was very informative on the history of the island and how to navigate the island. By the end of the tour we felt like we could navigate the island by ourselves! Great tour!
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Denis_f
Jun 9, 2024
Discover most areas of Santorini in a short time - First of all, you guide and driver Yanni was excellent and managed to tailor this excursion to meet our needs. You will feel like you have visited most of the important areas on the island of Santorini. You will enjoy all the interesting stories about the island and its spectacular views. If you enjoy small group, this excursion will not disappoint you; we were 6 persons and really enjoyed ourselves.
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Victoria_s
Aug 8, 2024
Good itineraries good driver - Good itineraries but the guide did not kept us aware of places were about to see and visit, she spent most of her time on her cellphone
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