Top Santorini Shore Excursions

Succumb to Santorini’s charms on a private tour to see its highlights. Traveling by luxury, air-conditioned vehicle with a guide, learn about Santorini’s history and culture as you explore. Stop at Red Beach, view the Minoan ruins at Akrotiri independently, see Oia, visit the village of Megalochori, and more. An optional winery visit is also possible.

Explore Santorini’s most iconic landmarks on this private sightseeing trip. Visit the island’s highest peak, the Red and Black beaches, small villages and family farms, the Akrotiri Lighthouse, and the famous village of Oia. For the afternoon departure, spend the day soaking up the atmosphere of the island and admiring the views of the Aegean Sea before ending the tour with a beautiful sunset in the village of Oia.

Explore beautiful Santorini the way you wish on this private tour. Traveling by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, make the most of the custom itinerary and let your guide know what you want to see and do. Perhaps visit highlights such as the village of Oia, famous for its stupendous sunsets; the Minoan ruins at Akrotiri, a traditional winery, or simply relax on a black sand beach. Choose from a half- or full-day tour and ssk your guide for insider tips on off-the-beaten-track gems.

Santorini is famous for its white-washed towns, beautiful beaches, and dreamy sunsets. On this tour, enjoy the undivided attention of a private guide and customize your itinerary to your preferences. Choose to visit popular attractions such as the villages of Oia and Megalochori, explore historic monuments such as the Monastery of Profitis Ilias and Pyrgos Castle, or cool off with a swim Perivolos Beach.

Experience Santorini like a local on this private island tour and maximize your time with a custom-made itinerary and a choice of four different tour lengths. Perhaps experience island life with a visit to villages such as Oia, Imerovigli, and Firostefani; admire the views from Profitis Ilias;

Discover two of Santorini’s most famous villages during this panoramic minibus tour. Climb aboard your air-conditioned minibus and travel to the iconic blue-domed church in Firostefani, stopping for photo opportunities before heading to Oia. Then, see the white-washed houses, castle ruins, and stunning views that are characteristic of Oia as you explore the village. Make sure to bring your camera to capture all of the beautiful scenery.

Go from caldera to cloud-piercing peaks with this Santorini shore excursion that leaves from Fira. Led by a private guide, the tour includes a visit the famous Santorini caldera — a half-submerged volcano — as well as a trip to the Monastery of Profitis Ilias, perched on Santorini’s highest mountain. Sample local produce that’s grown by the monks and enjoy a wine tasting at a volcanic vineyard. Then spend time in the idyllic village of Oia before your return to Fira.

While you’re in port in Santorini, enjoy the island any way you want with a customizable, private 5-hour shore excursion by luxury minibus. Meet your tour host off your ship at Fira port and enjoy a tour with a flexible itinerary. Perhaps explore the Minoan ruins at Akrotiri, visit the mountaintop Mount Elias Monastery, sample the cliffside bars of Fira, visit a winery, or ogle the caldera views from Oia. Explore at your preferred pace, and if you wish, take time out relaxing at one of Santorini’s gorgeous beaches — your choice!

If you’ve only got limited time in Santorini, it’s important to make the most of your stay. See the spectacular Greek island your way on a private shore excursion that allows you to customize your itinerary according to personal preferences. Port pickup and drop-off means you’ll begin your tour as soon as you step off the boat, and a private guide guarantees that you’ll receive undivided attention and have ample time to ask questions.

Experience Santorini’s beauty, hot springs and beaches on a catamaran cruise. Select a daytime or sunset cruise, and sail around the island and caldera (flooded volcanic crater) on a deluxe catamaran. Stop to bathe in the Nea Kameni springs; swim, snorkel or unwind at beaches; and enjoy complimentary Santorini wine and Greek beer, plus a Greek meal prepared on board. On the evening cruise, be treated to awe-inspiring sunset views. A cruise is essential when you visit Santorini, and with numbers limited to 20, this offers a small-group experience. The catamaran vessel that is used on this tour is both motor-powered and wind-powered(sails). Its sails might or might not be used/opened, subject to weather conditions and captain’s judgement. This is a gentle note for guests that are opting for a pure sailing experience on board a non-motorized sailing boat.

Experience several sides of Santorini during one tour with this half-day excursion. Get picked up at your hotel and set out on a tour that includes beaches, villages, and sunset views. Combine a coach sightseeing trip with a walking tour during this itinerary that visits Red Beach, the Perissa black sand beach, and the whitewashed village of Megalochori. Complete the tour with watching the sunset in Oia.

This private tour of Santorini is ideal for travelers with limited time. By opting for a private tour, you’ll be able to customize your itinerary based on your needs, and only see sites that interest you. Conveniently, round-trip transport is provided, and you’ll travel between dispersed sites in a comfortable vehicle. Learn where to find the islands best beaches, and visit quaint villages such as Oia. Other potential highlights include meeting local wine producers, and seeing local archaeological sites such as Akrotiri.

Santorini is one of Greece’s most famous islands, known for its stunning sunsets and volcanic landscapes. Join a small group and discover the best that this island has to offer including the Red Beach, the volcanic Perissa Beach, and the traditional village of Megalochori. Your day culminates with magical sunset in the village of Oia.

See the attractions of Santorini on a private sightseeing tour with a driver-guide who introduces you to the island's natural, cultural, and culinary delights. You can visit locations like hillside villages and volcanic beaches, or customize your itinerary to check out specific places that interest you. Any food, drinks, activities, and entrance fees are at your own expense.

Explore beautiful Santorini on this half-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel, airport, port or cable car pickup, craft an itinerary that suits your interests and travel by luxury minibus to must-see sites like the picturesque village of Oia, the Blue Dome Church, and Prophet Elias Monastery. Enjoy a glass of wine at a cliffside winery and capture memorable photos of the Black and Red beaches.

Sail out into the sunset while dining on traditional Greek cuisine with this cruise. You'll board the King Thiras, and sail out to the caldera and volcano for great views of the island. You'll then sit down for a buffet dinner as the sun sets into the sea, returning to the port after the sun goes down.

Discover the beautiful island of Santorini with your own personal guide on this private shore excursion. See the highest peak of the island, Profitis Ilias, where a monastery sits; explore the village of Oia, built on a steep slope of the volcanic caldera; and enjoy a short cable car ride in Fira to return back to the pier. Learn the rich history behind the Greek island as you follow your guide past the rocky landscapes, vineyards, and views of the coast.

Put together your perfect experience in Santorini with this customizable, 6-hour private tour. Tell your guide what you’d like to see or do, so they can plan your tour beforehand, whether it’s around beaches, villages or historical sites. Visit the cliffside village of Oia with its cave-like houses, Venetian castle and awesome caldera views; or explore the island’s classic blue-domed churches. Add time at the black-lava beaches and enjoy the final touch of food and wine tastings, included with your tour. Choose a morning or afternoon departure to suit you.

A 6-hour tour of Santorini with a professional guide. Discover the beautiful village of Oia and get to experience the incredible view. Visit the famous Blue Dome Church in Firostefani. Explore the highest village of Pyrgos. Discover the volcanic vineyards and enjoy a wine tasting. Visit the volcanic beach of Perissa and Perivolos and enjoy an optional lunch there. Visit the majestic red beach.

A specially designed tour whichenables those short on time to discover the main highlights of the island. The tour successfully encompasses all the elements that make the island such a unique place. As a visitor, you will be immersed in the warm and relaxed atmosphere of picturesque villages, admire local architectural styles, take pictures of breathtaking panoramic views (including the caldera), discover locations of historical interest and, in the process, will grasp the very essence of the island.

The ideal introduction for first-time visitors to the island, this private, half-day driving tour covers all of Santorini’s most spectacular sights. Travel comfortably between locations in a chauffeured, WIFI-equipped vehicle, stopping at iconic landmarks, from postcard-perfect Oia to the famous red-sand volcanic beach. Tours include an optional visit to Akrotiri Archaeological Site plus free time for lunch or a swim.

Cruise the waters off Santorini during this 5-hour boat journey. Step aboard the luxury catamaran and relax in one of the comfortable seating areas as you sail out of Amoudi port. Stop first at the volcano to take a dip in the hot springs or indulge in a mudbath. Sail past one of the oldest lighthouses in Greece, Akrotiri, then go to the Red and White beaches area. Swim, relax and enjoy a traditional Greek barbecue meal. Food, snorkeling equipment, open bar and round-trip hotel transportation are provided. This Viator exclusive tour is not available anywhere else. 

Enjoy a day of discovery on Santorini island on this tour from Fira. With an itinerary that covers all the must-see sights, the tour lets you find your own favorite spots on the island. Visit the volcanic Red Beach, Akrotiri Archaeological Site, a winery, the Prophet Elias Monastery, and then finish on a high note as you watch the sun slip into the sea from Oia village. A tasting of Santorini’s distinctive wine is included.

New to Santorini? Be introduced to this spectacular Aegean island on a private morning or afternoon tour, with a local guide. With a flexible itinerary customized to your interests, call at the clifftop village of Oia to admire its castle, cave-like houses and breathtaking caldera views. Visit the mountaintop Prophet Elias monastery, sample the monks’ hand-crafted products, and explore Pyrgos, the picturesque former capital, as your guide shares insider tips and facts about Santorini’s history and geology. Conclude by tasting some Santorinian wines at a stunning cliffside winery.