Santorini Half Day Private Tour 5-Hour

Santorini Shore Excursion are ideal for the single traveler or for a couple or small group wishing a personal, guided tour of Santorini for a half day. Highlights of this tour include the village of Oia, Imerovigli, Firostefani, Prophet Ilias, Pyrgos, Megalochori, Venetsanos Winery, the volcanic beach of Perissa and Perivolos . The perfect way to get to know Santorini in half day.

Route

A Santorini (GR)B ImerovigliC OiaD Prophet IliasE PyrgosF Venetsanos WineryG MegalochoriH Black Beach

The tour begins with a scenic journey to Oia, admiring the panoramic view of the Aegean Sea and neighboring islands along the way.
The village of Oia is situated on top of a hill, offering a breathtaking view over the Gulf of Santorini. This beautiful village, with its narrow streets, traditional white houses, and blue-domed churches, provides a picture-postcard vision of the Greek Island.

Enjoy the stunning views in the village of Imerovigli, situated on a higher cliff. In front of the town is an enormous rock called Skaros, which used to be the best spot to look out for pirates.

On the way, we will make a short stop in Firostefani to see the famous Blue Dome Church, the subject of so many Santorini postcards.

Make your way to the peak of Prophet Ilias, Santorini's highest mountain that stands some 2,00 feet above the sea. Be amazed by the island vistas around you and follow your guide inside the ornate Greek Christian monastery perched at the mountain's summit.

Visit the village of Pyrgos, the old capital of the Island, take a guided walk along the narrow paths to the ruins of the Venetian castle.

Taste rare wine varieties in a traditional winery, Venetsanos. Viniculture is an ancient art in Santorini, thanks to the volcanic soil. Discover the secrets of winemaking and savor the flavors of famous local wines.

Make your way to the Black Beach of Perivolos, on the southern coast of the Island. Take in the spectacular views of the Aegean Sea and the nearby islands. Enjoy an optional lunch, if you wish. Our professional guide will be on hand to recommend the best restaurants to dine at.

This is the perfect way to get to know the Island of Santorini in a half day.

Inclusions

  • Experienced local guide
  • Pickup and drop-off from all over the Santorini island
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions

  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees

MEETING POINT

Cruise passenger pickup

All cruise passengers with individual programs are taken to the old Port of Fira by tender boats. From the port, you will take the cable car up to Fira town.
The journey with a cable car takes 3 minutes and costs €10. Approximate start of the tour should be 1 hour after the scheduled arrival of the cruise ship.

The meeting point for the tour is at the cable car's exit in Fira town. Your guide will wait for you there, holding a sign with your name.

Hotel pickup

Your guide will meet you at the hotel entrance door

Drop-off / End Point

Same as the meeting point