Best of Santorini, Private 4 hour Island tour including Oia in Santorini
Santorini, Greece

Best of Santorini, Private 4 hour Island tour including Oia

Outty Ranking 72 4.8 · 34 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $60

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72/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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4.8/5

Based on 34 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Best of Santorini, Private 4 hour Island tour including Oia worth booking?

Best of Santorini, Private 4 hour Island tour including Oia is a 4-hour experience in Santorini, Greece, from $60 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 34 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
72 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (34)
Duration
4 hours
From
$60 per person

Explore Santorini, in this 4-hour private tour of the island, with your English speaking driver. Visit wineries to taste the famous local wines and explore traditional villages like Oia, Fira and Pyrgos. Enjoy great view

What you get

    About this experience

    Explore Santorini, in this 4-hour private tour of the island, with your English speaking driver. Visit wineries to taste the famous local wines and explore traditional villages like Oia, Fira and Pyrgos. Enjoy great views of the brilliant flooded caldera; stroll above the rooftops of the homes carved into the cliffs and gaze into the deep blue waters of the caldera far below. Santorini is the most spectacular of the islands in the Cyclades, and this will be a tour to remember.

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 34 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    6 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    3 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Food and drink

    2 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Small groups

    2 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    34 verified traveler reviews for Best of Santorini, Private 4 hour Island tour including Oia. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Qwinette · June 2024

    Athens, Santorini, Rome Tour by Kivotos of Aegean Travel

    I am very lucky to have found Kivotos of Aegan Travel and have my recent tour to Greece and Italy arranged by Despina. The tour arrangement and the itineraries were very detailed and organized. I also have enough leisure time to explore and enjoy the places. They have assigned very professional tour guides who speak English like a native. The transfers were smooth and drivers were professional and very punctual. All bookings, flights, ferry ride were scrupulously arranged. I did not face any single concern or difficulty in terms of mobility. They arranged representatives in every area or destination to meet with me to answer any questions I may have, Ms. Aphrodite was so kind and have even spent her precious time, showing me around the center of Athens and give her recommendations (restaurant, food, etc.). The 24/7 support is something I also appreciate especially since it's my first time in Greece and Italy, and was travelling solo. Despina would check me from time to time if my day and tour went well and if there is anything I need. She's such an amazing person! And best part is when Despina upgraded my hotel in Santorini, the view was ethereal! The best in Santorini. Something that I may not be able to find by booking the hotel myself. So grateful of her kindness. It was a pity I was alone and couldn't share the joy and excitement I felt. I just so love everything they arranged for me. It is definitely the kind of experience you'd never wanna miss! I am very sure Despina would cater to the kind of tour and experience any client would prefer. It is always best to go to local agency to arrange the best experience for you. I am very happy and highly recommend Kivotos of Agean Travel. Thank you very much for making my tour experience in Europe enjoyable and one of the most memorable!

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    Jennifer_S · August 2023

    Amazing ‘Best of Santorini’ Tour

    My nephews and I had an amazing tour of Santorini. Themis our host and driver was amazing, showing us the best parts of the island (Oia, Red Beach, Pyrgos, a winery, etc.) and sharing the history along the way, which we loved to learn. Themis is so friendly and offered to take pictures, and he always ensured he got the best views behind us, which was appreciated. My 21 and 18 year old nephews loved the tour as much as I did, and we would highly recommend it!

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    MarieBeth_H · July 2023

    Wonderful experience

    Great tour. Christos was very knowledgeable and helped us make the best of our day in Santorini. We enjoyed the small villages with less crowds and the wine tasting is one not too miss. Thank you

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    emele70 · July 2023

    Santorini discovered

    Thank you Christo for an unforgettable tour of your beautiful island of Santorini! Our day started with a private pickup in a spacious, luxury van from our hotel. Christo customized the itinerary based on our feedback. His knowledge of the island brought history to life throughout the tour. I strongly recommend booking a tour with someone that has this vast knowledge. Christo kept my teenage daughters engaged during the walking tours and even taught my daughter the Sirtaki! The final stop was Santo winery where we were treated like VIP. It is clear that Christo is well known and loved in his island. This was a trip of a lifetime and we’re blessed to have met him!

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    NidhiT · October 2022

    Can’t beat it! Beautiful place and Tour guide was so professional!

    Such a beautiful experience with an experienced and thoughtful tour guide, Christos! He was just awesome and so knowledgeable so make sure to ask for him. Even went out of his way to call us after the tour to make sure we knew the cable car line was vicious and to be careful we don’t miss our embarkation time. The winery was over the top and we hope to return. We hit everything we wanted to within 4 hours with time left over to stroll and shop.

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    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Booked in 30 days
    12
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 72

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)87
    Review evidence (18% weight)51
    Booking momentum (14% weight)43
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)74
    Local standing (8% weight)47
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Best of Santorini, Private 4 hour Island tour including Oia: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santorini.

    How much does Best of Santorini, Private 4 hour Island tour including Oia cost?

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    Prices start at $60 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Santorini usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Best of Santorini, Private 4 hour Island tour including Oia take?

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    Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Santorini is not rushed.

    Is Best of Santorini, Private 4 hour Island tour including Oia worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 34 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Santorini, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Best of Santorini, Private 4 hour Island tour including Oia?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Best of Santorini, Private 4 hour Island tour including Oia suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Best of Santorini, Private 4 hour Island tour including Oia?

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    Around 12 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Santorini can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Santorini and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Best of Santorini, Private 4 hour Island tour including Oia start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Santorini within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Santorini?

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    On Outty we rank every Santorini experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Half Day Premium Catamaran Cruise in Santorini including Oia, Private Santorini Tailor Made - Choice of the Guest!, Private Classic Santorini Panorama: Visit Top Destinations. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Santorini?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Santorini?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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