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Santorini sightseeing: 6-hour Private Santorini Hightlights Tour

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About this experience

✔ Health & safety measures apply
✔ Private tour
✔ No booking fees

DURATION: 6 hours
STARTING TIME: Between 9.00 am and 4.00 pm
MEETING POINT: Your hotel, the port or other designated meeting point (please tell your accommodation during the booking) Pick up for cruise ship passengers will be from the top cable car exit. Your driver/guide will be holding a sign with the lead passenger's name written on
LANGUAGES: English, Greek
OPEN SEASONS: May to October
WHO CAN COME: Santorini sightseeing is a private tour. Only your group will participate. Not wheelchair-accessible tour

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable private sightseeing tour of Santorini, immersing yourself in the island's unparalleled beauty and discovering its most iconic treasures. Prepare to be enchanted as you visit some of Santorini's most renowned locations, including the acclaimed blue-domed church nestled in the charming village of Firostefani.

Ascend to the island's highest point, where a serene monastery awaits, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Santorini's awe-inspiring landscape. And of course, no visit would be complete without experiencing the allure of Oia, the most photographed and iconic location on the island. Immerse yourself in the ethereal atmosphere, as whitewashed buildings and blue-domed churches create a picturesque backdrop against the backdrop of the azure Aegean Sea.

This private sightseeing tour promises an exploration of Santorini's finest gems, leaving you with cherished memories of this captivating island paradise.

Highlights

◾Marvel at the beauty of the renowned blue-domed church in Firostefani village.
◾Experience the magic of Oia, where the most breathtaking sunsets unfold.
◾Unwind, swim in the crystal-clear waters, and enjoy the laid-back ambiance of this popular coastal destination.
◾Ascend to the Prophet Elias Monastery, perched on Santorini's highest point, and be rewarded with awe-inspiring panoramic views.

About this experience

✔ Health & safety measures apply
✔ Private tour
✔ No booking fees

DURATION: 6 hours
STARTING TIME: Between 9.00 am and 4.00 pm
MEETING POINT: Your hotel, the port or other designated meeting point (please tell your accommodation during the booking) Pick up for cruise ship passengers will be from the top cable car exit. Your driver/guide will be holding a sign with the lead passenger's name written on
LANGUAGES: English, Greek
OPEN SEASONS: May to October
WHO CAN COME: Santorini sightseeing is a private tour. Only your group will participate. Not wheelchair-accessible tour

Description - What to expect

Meet your local driver/guide and start your Santorini sightseeing by heading to the northern part of the island for a visit to Oia village. Unique in every way with iconic blue-domed churches, scenic pathways, stunning views, and the most spectacular sunset. One of the most photographed places in Greece, Oia is situated on the top of an impressive cliff and offers a spectacular view over the volcano and the Aegean Sea.

The village has several cultural attractions such as the Maritime Museum, traces of a Venetian fortress, and Captain's houses. You may as well explore the large shopping area and relax in one of the several open-air cafes.

Continue your Santorini sightseeing through the picturesque pathways of Megalochori traditional village. This settlement is made of hundreds of small white-painted houses with exquisite architecture, tiny alleys, tower bells, beautiful blue-domed chapels, and underground cave houses. In this picturesque and non-touristic environment, you’ll truly be basking in the local culture and lifestyle.

At the extreme Southwest part of Santorini visit the Akrotiri's lighthouse. Built by a French company in 1892, it’s considered one of the most beautiful of the Cycladic Islands and a unique point to watch the sunset. Standing on the edge of a high cliff right above the sea, its position is ideal for taking panoramic pictures and admiring Santorini's famous Caldera from a different point of view.

The next destination is the Red Beach, the most unique natural beach on the island, where red is the dominant color. Take amazing pictures of the enormous volcanic rocks and the steep hills that create captivating wild scenery. This wonderful volcanic landscape will capture your complete attention.

Head further to the Southernmost part of Santorini and relax at Perissa-Perivolos Black Beach. It is the longest and most famous beach in Santorini and a unique sight of the volcanic island. Lase in the black lava sand, swim in the crystal clear waters of the Aegean Sea, and taste traditional dishes in a seaside traditional taverna.

Head up to the Mountain of Prophet Elias and admire the most breathtaking view from the island's highest peak. From this vantage point, you will enjoy a striking view of the entire island. The Mountain's name is Profitis Ilias (Prophet Elias), coming from the Monastery with the same name on its peak, built in 1711. Whilst in this stunning and peaceful environment, you may as well taste wine and local products made by the monks, who reside at the monastery.

Free Cancellation

Free cancellation is available for this Santorini sightseeing up to 48 hours before the start of the experience

What's included, what's not

✔ Pick-up/drop-off service
✔ Experienced local driver/guide
✔ Private transportation by air-conditioned & deluxe minivan
✔ Cold bottled water
✔ Refreshing wet hand tissues
✔ Maps
✔ Live commentary
✖ Cable car tickets, if arriving by cruise ship (6 EUR per person, per ride)
✖ Lunch on a seaside restaurant (optional)

Health and safety

✔ Provider complies with local legislation and applicable health recommendations with regard to Covid-19 prevention measures

Description - What to expect

Meet your local driver/guide and start your Santorini sightseeing by heading to the northern part of the island for a visit to Oia village. Unique in every way with iconic blue-domed churches, scenic pathways, stunning views, and the most spectacular sunset. One of the most photographed places in Greece, Oia is situated on the top of an impressive cliff and offers a spectacular view over the volcano and the Aegean Sea.

The village has several cultural attractions such as the Maritime Museum, traces of a Venetian fortress, and Captain's houses. You may as well explore the large shopping area and relax in one of the several open-air cafes.

Continue your Santorini sightseeing through the picturesque pathways of Megalochori traditional village. This settlement is made of hundreds of small white-painted houses with exquisite architecture, tiny alleys, tower bells, beautiful blue-domed chapels, and underground cave houses. In this picturesque and non-touristic environment, you’ll truly be basking in the local culture and lifestyle.

At the extreme Southwest part of Santorini visit the Akrotiri's lighthouse. Built by a French company in 1892, it’s considered one of the most beautiful of the Cycladic Islands and a unique point to watch the sunset. Standing on the edge of a high cliff right above the sea, its position is ideal for taking panoramic pictures and admiring Santorini's famous Caldera from a different point of view.

The next destination is the Red Beach, the most unique natural beach on the island, where red is the dominant color. Take amazing pictures of the enormous volcanic rocks and the steep hills that create captivating wild scenery. This wonderful volcanic landscape will capture your complete attention.

Head further to the Southernmost part of Santorini and relax at Perissa-Perivolos Black Beach. It is the longest and most famous beach in Santorini and a unique sight of the volcanic island. Lase in the black lava sand, swim in the crystal clear waters of the Aegean Sea, and taste traditional dishes in a seaside traditional taverna.

Head up to the Mountain of Prophet Elias and admire the most breathtaking view from the island's highest peak. From this vantage point, you will enjoy a striking view of the entire island. The Mountain's name is Profitis Ilias (Prophet Elias), coming from the Monastery with the same name on its peak, built in 1711. Whilst in this stunning and peaceful environment, you may as well taste wine and local products made by the monks, who reside at the monastery.