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Enjoy the wonders of Santorini with a personal modern air-conditioned minivan and a private driver-guide. Customize your own itinerary, explore as you wish, and see all that the island has to offer on a half-day private tour. See the highlights of this wonderful island, from stunning natural wonders to idyllic towns and traditional wineries.

From black- and red-sand beaches to charming villages and incredible views from its caldera, Santorini is renowned as the gem of the Aegean Sea. This tour allows you to see Santorini at your own pace, with a private expert local driver-guide to lead the way, taking you to wherever and whatever interests you along with visits at the most famous sites of Santorini.

Meet your private driver-guide and modern vehicle at the location of your choice and discuss your ideal itinerary. Whether you have something in mind or would like your driver to take the lead and give tips and recommendations—your needs are catered to.

Visit sites like the village of Oia with its whitewashed houses and winding streets. See the archaeological site of Akrotiri, a prehistoric village preserved in volcanic ash. Or head up to the Prophet Elias Monastery, the peak of the island, for stunning views of the Aegean coast and to meet the resident monks. Ask your driver-guide to take you off the beaten path to spots often missed by visitors, and discover the real Santorini.

Highlights:

• Spend a day exploring Santorini with a private driver-guide and a modern a/c minivan.
• Enjoy a flexible itinerary and customize your own sightseeing trip.
• See top Santorini attractions such as Akrotiri* and the villages of Pyrgos and Oia or enjoy a wine-tasting at a traditional winery.
• Relax at the black sand beaches of Kamari and Perissa.
• Gain insider knowledge about Santorini's hidden gems.
• Let your private driver arrange the logistics and scheduling details.
• Flexibility to customize your own itinerary.
• The comfort of touring in a private a/c modern minivan with a designated professional driver-guide.
  

Sample Itinerary: Half-Day Tour (5-Hours)

• Visit the charming town of Oia, nestled in the cliff sides. 
• Photo Stop at the Blue Dome Church in the artisan neighborhood of  "Firostefani".
• Enjoy scenic views of Mt. Prophet Elias, the highest peak of the island, above Pyrgos village.
• Drive until the Venetian lighthouse in the south corner of the island and capture the panoramic scenery of Santorini and the nearby volcanic islands.
• Visit the Black sand beach of Perissa, enjoy optional free time for a stroll in the black volcanic sand, enjoy a swim or a meal/snack (extra cost).
• Enjoy a wine-tasting at a traditional cave winery (optional stop, upon wine interest, can be replaced or skipped).
• Optionally during the duration your private tour lasts enjoy free time to incorporate a meal at a local restaurant for an authentic & local experience (extra cost, on your own).
• The above sample itinerary can be tailored according to your preferences on the spot to include/exclude additional stops as long as the total duration of the trip remains up to 5-Hours.

Included:

• Pickup & return from your Hotel or Cruise port (meeting point at the top of cruise port's cable car) or Airport.
• Half-day (5 Hours approx.) private tour with private driver-guide.
• Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz modern minivan. 
• Mineral water (0.5lt bottle per person).

• Admission fees (when applicable) to the museums & Akrotiri Excavations (optional stops).
• Wine tasting fees at the wineries (optional stop).
• Food, drinks, and personal expenses, unless specified.
• Guided tours inside museums & ancient sites unless specified.

Information about Akrotiri:

Inside official Greek Ancient Sites such as Akrotiri in Santorini and Parthenon (Acropolis) in Athens, only official Greek Archaeologists have permission to guide.
During your private tour you can definitely be offered a drop-off at the site
of Akrotiri by your driver, wonder inside on your own, and once you finish your
visit be collected by your driver to continue your private tour. Your private driver-guide is not permitted to guide you inside the actual site or the ruins.

Additional Info

If you are coming on Santorini from Athens via plane for a day-trip, the tour can offer you a complimentary airport pickup and drop-off service.
In case your group consists of more than 30 travelers and for any other special traveling requirement, please contact us at info@santorini-privatetour.com

Payment Information:

Our e-commerce website accepts payments with all major credit cards and PayPal, the booking process is seamless - it should only take a moment to book any of our experiences online.
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Rates:

Group of 1-6 Travelers:     €500 EUR / total

Group of 7-12 Travelers:   €875 EUR / total

Group of 13-17 Travelers: €1125 EUR / total

Group of 18-30 Travelers: €1375 EUR / total

Your tour begins with a visit to the island's half-submerged caldera—a picture-perfect setting. Strike a pose against the backdrop of the deep-blue Aegean Sea and take some memorable photos as your guide tells you about Santorini's volcanic history.

Continue to the iconic village of Oia—renowned for its whitewashed houses and idyllic sunset.
Take a stroll around the streets and enjoy some free time to explore the village.
For an insight into Santorini's sacred culture, venture up to the island's highest point, where the Prophet Elias Monastery is perched, at nearly 2,000 feet (565 m) above sea level.
Hear monks chant and admire the far-reaching vistas that span the entire region before sampling dessert wine and extra virgin olive oil made onsite.
Next, venture around the island's countryside and enjoy local stops away from the tourist crowds -hand-picked by your private guide.
Have the opportunity to visit a traditional winery, where you can learn about the production of the local Assyrtiko wine and even stop at a local recommended restaurant to enjoy an optional meal of plates that Santorini is famous for.
Round-off your day on the Aegean waters with a visit to Kamari or Perissa, the longest black-sand beaches on the island covered with black volcanic sand, before returning back to your Hotel or Cruise ship.

Highlights / Itinerary
• Make a stop at the famous "caldera" of the island and learn about Santorini's formation & history.
• Discover the breathtaking town of Oia and enjoy scenic views of unparalleled Greek beauty.
• Drive all the way to the peak of Prophet Elias Mt. at the highest point of the island and gaze at a 360-degree panoramic view of Santorini.
• Photo stop at the iconic Three Bells of Fira (Blue Dome Church).
• Wine-tasting of 4 different types of wine one Santorini wine estate/winery. (winery stop can be replaced for non-wine drinkers).
• Photo stop at the Red sand beach, admire the impressive landscape filled with red volcanic sand.
• Visit the black sand beach of Perissa, an opportunity for relaxing / swimming.
• Drive until the Santorini Lighthouse to discover the edge of Santorini's cliffs.



Included:
• Pickup & return from your Hotel or Cruise port (meeting point at top of cruise port's cable car) or Airport.
• Full Day (up to 8 Hours) Private tour of Santorini with English-speaking expert guide.
• Transportation in a modern fully air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz minivan.
• Admission fees and wine-tasting samples at a Santorini winery (Optional visits, winery stop can be replaced).
• All taxes & fees.


Not Included:
• Personal expenses, food, and drinks unless specified.
• Lunch (Optional)
• Cable car tickets for cruise ship travelers (6.00 Euros per person, per ride).

If you are coming on Santorini from Athens on a day trip, the tour can offer you a complimentary airport pickup and drop-off service upon request.
For any special traveling requirements, please contact us directly at info@santorinidaytours.gr


Payment Information:
Our e-commerce website accepts payments with all major credit cards and PayPal, the booking process is seamless - it should only take a moment to book any of our experiences online.
In case you are trying to book one of our experiences through our website and your transaction is not successful you may try booking by using a different card, pay with PayPal or get in touch with your bank/credit card issuer to describe them the situation and kindly ask them to release any restriction they might have placed on your card or our website.
From our experience, we have noticed that there are times that overseas banks/credit card companies place a short of security on overseas web transactions, as a measure of extra protection for the cardholder.
Again, if the problem persists please try using a different card or select the Pay with PayPal option on our website.
Even if you do not have a PayPal account, PayPal acts similarly as a credit card and pulls up a credit card processor to enter your card number.
Payments with PayPal seem to work well in such cases where credit cards fail.

Starting from your Santorini Hotel or Cruise ship port travel to the island's caldera for your first stop of the day to pose for pictures against the backdrop of the Aegean Sea.

Then continue to Oia -Santorini's iconic whitewashed village that's graced as a postcard. Take a stroll around the streets and enjoy some free time to sight-see and shop at leisure.

Travel to the peak of Prophet Elias mountain, listen to the monks chanting, and savor samples of the dessert wine, honey, and extra virgin olive oil that's made on-site.

Continue with a visit to a traditional Santorini winery where the local "Assyrtiko" wine is made, sample four -types of the refreshing and crisp wine style Santorini produces, and explore the wine-production area of the winery.

From the wine country drive towards the coast to check out the dramatic-looking black-sand beach of Perissa - the longest black beach on the island.

During the 5-Hours your private Santorini Highlights tour lasts, you will spend your time seeing most major attractions and towns of the island, capture incredible vistas at the most scenic spots and enjoy the volcanic wines of Santorini at a traditional winery.

Highlights / Itinerary

• Private 5-Hour Tour of Santorini with English-speaking expert driver-guide.

• Visit the charming town of Oia, nestled in the hillsides.

• Enjoy scenic views of Mt. Prophet Elias, the highest peak of the island.

• Learn interesting facts about Santorini from your private guide.

• Capture amazing vistas of Santorini at the most scenic spots.

• Wine-tasting of four wine types at a Santorini winery (winery stop can be replaced, for non-wine drinkers).

• Drive through or relax at the black volcanic beach of Perissa, on the Aegean sea. 

• Enjoy unparalleled cliff views of the island's caldera, away from the crowds.

Included:

• Pickup & return from your Hotel or Cruise port (meeting point at top of cruise port's cable car) or Airport / Ferry Port.
• 5-Hour Private tour of Santorini with an English-speaking expert guide.
• Wine-tasting of four different types of wine at a traditional Santorini winery.
• All fees, admissions, and taxes.
• Transportation in a private a/c Mercedes-Benz modern minivan or luxury SUV.
Not Included:

• Food, drinks, and personal expenses, unless specified. 
• Cable car tickets for Cruise ship travelers (6.00 Euros per person, per ride).

Payment Information:

Our e-commerce website accepts payments with all major credit cards and PayPal, the booking process is seamless - it should only take a moment to book any of our experiences online.
In case you are trying to book one of our experiences through our website and your transaction is not successful you may try booking by using a different card, pay with PayPal or get in touch with your bank/credit card issuer to describe them the situation and kindly ask them to release any restriction they might have placed on your card or our website.
From our experience, we have noticed that there are times that overseas banks/credit card companies place a short of security on overseas web transactions, as a measure of extra protection for the cardholder.

Again, if the problem persists please try using a different card or select the Pay with PayPal option on our website.
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Uncover the fascinating history of Santorini on a guided tour of the Akrotiri excavations, a prehistoric town that has been frozen in time by ash that fell during the Minoan volcanic eruption 3,600 years ago.

Some speculate that this may be the origin of "Atlantis", a mythical city described in the scripts of the Greek philosopher "Plato" and has been lost in time since.

Ruins, frescoes, and impressive ceramic artifacts are just a few of the finds that add even more intrigue to the site as you wander around.

Continue your wine discovery in the island's countryside visiting 3 traditional Santorini wineries and enjoy cellar tours to see how the wine-making process unfolds, from grape to glass.

Learn about Santorini’s unique viticulture traditions at the unforgiving island conditions & taste a selection of 15 Santorini wine styles such as Assyrtiko, Nykteri, and the sublimely sweet Vinsanto wine.

   Highlights:

• 6-hour in-depth history and wine tour led by a Greek archaeologist and an expertise sommelier.
• Discover the fabled city of Akrotiri, lost for centuries underneath Santorini's volcanic ash.
• Hear the fascinating history of Akrotiri by a professional guide, uncovering the links between Plato's "Atlantis" and the ash-covered prehistoric town of Akrotiri.
• Visit three acclaimed wineries at the picturesque Santorini’s countryside
• Try up to 15 varietals of Santorini wine such as Assyrtiko, Nykteri, and Vinsanto.
• Enjoy platters of local cheese and tapas alongside wine tastings.
• Admire the charming landscape filled with scenic villages and rolling hills.
  

  Tour route: 

•  Akrotiri Excavations(1-Hour Guided Tour)
•  Hatzidakis Winery
•  Santo Winery or Venetsianos
•  Avantis "Anhydrous" Winery

• Hotel / Airbnb pickup and drop-off
• Transportation by Mercedes-Benz air-conditioned mini-van
• Guided tour of Akrotiri by a professional guide
• Visits at three Santorini wineries all acclaimed by international experts
• 15 different wine-tastings from Santorini and Greece
• English-speaking wine expert guide / Sommelier
• Mini wine-tasting tutorial of Greek wines
• Local cheese and snacks to eat alongside wine-tastings at each of  the wineries
• Admission tickets at the Akrotiri site and the wineries 
• All taxes and tasting fees
  

The wines served during the tour are mainly whites and dessert wines, as these are the kind of wines the island of Santorini produces. 

This is a gentle note for guests that only drink red wine.

Additional Information:

Duration 6 hours approx. The exact duration may vary.
Available from April to October.
Pickup information:

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 at a nearby meeting point location within walking distance from your accommodation that will be advised after your booking.

Payment Information:

Our e-commerce website accepts payments with all major credit cards and PayPal, the booking process is seamless - it should only take a moment to book any of our experiences online.
In case you are trying to book one of our experiences through our website and your transaction is not successful you may try booking by using a different card, pay with PayPal or get in touch with your bank/credit card issuer to describe them the situation and kindly ask them to release any restriction they might have placed on your card or our website.
From our experience, we have noticed that there are times that overseas banks/credit card companies place a short of security on overseas web transactions, as a measure of extra protection for the cardholder.

Again, if the problem persists please try using a different card or select the Pay with PayPal option on our website.
Even if you do not have a PayPal account, PayPal acts similarly as a credit card and pulls up a credit card processor to enter your card number.
Payments with PayPal seem to work well in such cases where credit cards fail.

Rates:

Group of 1-2 Travelers:  875.00 Euro (total rate)

Group 3-6 Travelers:     1250.00  Euro (total rate) 

Additional Travelers:     212.50 Euro per person, extra

Explore the scenic island of Santorini starting at the whitewashed town of Oia nestled in the hillsides, reflecting on the deep blue colors of the Aegean. Enjoy a short walking tour to discover hidden parts of the village unknown to visitors and reach the ruins of Oia's castle ideal for postcard photos against the backdrop of the charming windmills.

After some leisure time for shopping or refreshments head south, to the island's highest point past Pyrgos village, where the Prophet Elias Monastery is perched at nearly 2,000 feet (565 m).

Light up a candle in the interior and admire the far-reaching vistas that span the entire region before sampling the extra virgin olive oil made onsite.

From there, head to the island’s countryside to admire the impressive landscape filled with scenic villages and rolling hills. Visit two traditional Santorini wineries and sample different types of Assyrtiko wine, while learning how wine is produced in such a dry and volcanic environment. Enjoy a local lunch of Santorini dishes at one of the wineries, to balance the flavors of the wine.

  Highlights:

• 6-Hour private sightseeing & wine tour of Santorini led by an expert guide.
• Explore the breathtaking town of Oia and experience stunning views of natural beauty.
• Photo stop at the Blue Domed "Three Bells of Fira" white and blue church.
• Capture sweeping views of Santorini at the island's highest point "Mt. Prophet Elias", past Pyrgos village.
• Wine-tasting of 9 different types of wine at two traditional Santorini wineries.
• Enjoy a local lunch served alongside wine-tastings, at one of the wineries.
• Comfort of touring in a private a/c Mercedes-Benz minivan.
• Inside knowledge and personalized attention from your private guide.
• Flexibility to customize your itinerary on the spot, including additional stops for shopping or relaxing.
  

What's Included:

• Pickup & return from your Hotel & Airbnb's & top of cruise port's cable car
• 6-Hour Private tour of Santorini with an English-speaking guide.
• Private tour and tasting at two Santorini wineries.
• Local lunch served at one of the wineries, during wine-tastings.
• All admissions, taxes, and fees.

  Not Included:

• Cable car tickets for cruise ship travelers (6.00 Euro per person, per ride).

Tasting Information:

The wines served during the tour are mainly whites and dessert wines, as these are the kind of wines the island of Santorini produces.
This is a gentle note for guests that only drink red wine.
Additional Information:

The tour is private and ideal for guests willing to explore both the island and its wine.
The tour is ideal for cruise ship travelers, the start time and itinerary will be adjusted to fit the schedule of your cruise ship.
100% guarantee on-time arrival back to the cruise ship is included on this tour.
Pickup information:

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 at a nearby meeting point location within walking distance from your accommodation that will be advised after your booking.

Payment Information:

Our e-commerce website accepts payments with all major credit cards and PayPal, the booking process is seamless - it should only take a moment to book any of our experiences online.
In case you are trying to book one of our experiences through our website and your transaction is not successful you may try booking by using a different card, pay with PayPal or get in touch with your bank/credit card issuer to describe them the situation and kindly ask them to release any restriction they might have placed on your card or our website.
From our experience, we have noticed that there are times that overseas banks/credit card companies place a short of security on overseas web transactions, as a measure of extra protection for the cardholder.

Again, if the problem persists please try using a different card or select the Pay with PayPal option on our website.
Even if you do not have a PayPal account, PayPal acts similarly as a credit card and pulls up a credit card processor to enter your card number.
Payments with PayPal seem to work well in such cases where credit cards fail.

Group of 1-2 Travelers: 750.00 Euro (total rate)

Group 3-6 Travelers: 1000.00  Euro (total rate) 

Additional Travelers: 157.00 Euro per person, extra