Overview
With this private full day tour you find Santorini’s historical and cultural highlights. Skip the crowded tour buses and strangers getting in your postcard-perfect photos; explore the island with getting around in an air-conditioned minivan. Visit remarkable Venetian castles in Emporio , marvel at the ocean views from Firostefani and Skaros Rock, and watch the sunset over the picturesque village of Oia.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tour escort/host
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Gratuities ( optional )
Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Megalochori - Traditional Village
30 min
The tour picking you up from your hotel. After a short route the small group will reach the traditional village of Megalochori, walk in the narrow alleys and discover the houses with the high walls.
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Perissa
1 hour 30 min
Leaving megalochori you will have some free time to relax and enjoy a lazy break at the most famous black sandy beach of the island at Perivolos, where you can swim or even have lunch, tasting the local flavors.
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Castelli of Emporio
1 hour
Continue to Emporio village, stroll around the small picturesque streets and see the best preserved Venetian castle which used to be the medieval trade center of the island.
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Wine Museum Koutsogiannopoulos
1 hour
Being 8 metres below ground. It is shaped like a labyrinth and stretches for 300 metres, presenting the history of wine and the daily life of the Santorini’s vine dresser since 1660. Visitors are toured around the facilities while seeing depictions of wine’s history.
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Firostefani
20 min
Subsequently, you will make a short stop in Firostefani, where you can take breathtaking photos of the famous Blue Dome and the Rock Of Skaros, where the capital of the island used to be during the Venetian period.
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Oia
1 hour 30 min
The tour will finish in Oia village. Explore the narrow passageways and discover the old captain’s houses, the unique cave houses, and the romantic chapels. Later you will watch the spectacular sunset over the caldera while being inside the Venetian castle of Oia. After such a lovely day you will be driven back to your hotel.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Full Day Santorini Highlights Private tour
Can I cancel Full Day Santorini Highlights Private tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tour escort/host
- Bottled water
What's not included?
- Gratuities ( optional )
- Food and drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Megalochori - Traditional Village, Perissa, Castelli of Emporio, Wine Museum Koutsogiannopoulos, Firostefani, Oia.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Pigaia travel
