
Private 8h tour on Santorini
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 19 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private 8h tour on Santorini worth booking?
Private 8h tour on Santorini is a 8-hour experience in Santorini, Greece, from $630 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 19 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (19)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $630 per person
We can safely and reliably arrange tours of the island for passengers arriving by cruise ships, tailored to suit their preferences and time schedule or visitors of the island that they are staying on the island for some hours or days. Competitive prices and excellent services. Cruise-ship passengers may choose among our offered tours or order a custom-made tour depending on their needs.
What you get
About this experience
We can safely and reliably arrange tours of the island for passengers arriving by cruise ships, tailored to suit their preferences and time schedule or visitors of the island that they are staying on the island for some hours or days. Competitive prices and excellent services. Cruise-ship passengers may choose among our offered tours or order a custom-made tour depending on their needs.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Not included
- excluded tickets at museums or wineries and wine tastings
- you can ask us if you need to know any cost for an attraction that you would like to meet.
What you'll see and do
Baikas Travel-Private Tours
Profitis Ilias (Prophet Elijah) mountain is the highest spot of the island (567 meters) and located between Pyrgos and Kamari. The Mountain's name, coming from the Monastery with the same name on its peak. From this vantage point, you will enjoy a striking view of the entire island, from the patchwork agricultural plains to the hilltop village of Oia.
30 minutes here
Red Beach
After it, we will meet Akrotiri Red beach that it is arguably one of the most famous and beautiful beaches of Santorini. It is located only some steps away from the ancient site of Akrotiri. The small size of the beach creates a much crowded atmosphere and there are many days where most of the visitors choose not to make it all the way down to the beach and instead admire this unique landscape of red and black volcanic rocks from the headland.
30 minutes here
Perissa Black Sand Beach
Next stop in Black beach that distinguishes for its sparkling azure blue waters and tranquil atmosphere. On the beach front there are numerous taverns, pubs and restaurants serving fresh fish and local delicacies. We will stop there for 1 1/2 h to relax, swim and for food.
120 minutes here
Imerovigli
We will meet Imerovigli village. There we will see Skaros, a grand rock, the remnant of the most important castle. we will have the opportunity to walk around and explore the Village and take breath taking photos.
60 minutes here
Oia's Main Street
Then we will go in Oia village. The natural beauty of Oia village in combination with its traditional architecture which consists of white washed houses, old mansions where captains used to live, narrow streets and blue domed churches, make this village unique thus extremely popular to the visitors. Photos and postal cards with the sunset of Oia, the caldera view and the churches with the blue domes have travelled all over the world advertising the incomparable beauty of the village and making even more people wishing to visit it!
120 minutes here
Fira
Final stop, in Fira the capital of Santorini for shopping and photos of caldera. This is a basic program of fyll day tour. we can change everything you want at the program. • Visits to Wineries • Tour of archaeological sites / historical monuments • Santorini Beaches • we can change everything you need at the program
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Baikas Travel
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 19 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
19 verified traveler reviews for Private 8h tour on Santorini. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
This was a great tour....
This was a great tour. Our driver, Kostas, was excellent and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend this.
via Viator
Fabulous Santorini tour!
Santorini was so beautiful! Our tour guide took us to all of the spots we wanted to see and some we didn’t know about! He was very knowledgeable and we’d highly recommend this tour!
via Viator
8 hours in Santorini, best day of our trip!
We (3 retirees) flew in from Athens for the day. We were in Greece for a wedding and felt we had to see Santorini and we were so glad that we did! We were picked up at the airport as scheduled by Panagiotis, who was very pleasant, friendly, and knowledgeable. He took us directly to Oia early enough to avoid the crowds from the cruise ships. He knew the best places for great photos, and along our walks and drives with him, shared info about the history of the island and all its beautiful views. You could tell he loves the island and his job. We went from one end of the island to the other, stopping at Fira, Imerovigli, the Red beach, Black beach, Akrotiri, and the monastery on the highest point of the island. Along the way, he brought us for lunch overlooking the Black beach. The food was delicious, outdoor dining and the staff was excellent there. We traveled at a moderate pace, never felt rushed. He took us everywhere we wanted to go, avoiding the crowds. His driving skills were really put to the test on some of the mountain roads, but he maneuvered the van like a pro. We felt that the best things about Santorini were the amazing views and beautiful scenery and Panagiotis, who gave us the most perfect day of our stay in Greece. We felt the cost of that flight and tour of Santorini was money well spent. Thanks again to Panagiotis for making us feel welcome and giving us a wonderful tour of his beautiful island home.
via Tripadvisor
Private 8h tour on Santorini
It was a nice experience. Going around the island to all the different place. The driver is nice and friendly and take us to a good seaside restaurant for seafood lunch.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent
Wonderful full day tour! Our guide and driver was very informative and pleasant. Be advised that if you choose to do the stairs they are killers! Once on top lots to see and do.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private 8h tour on Santorini: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santorini.
How much does Private 8h tour on Santorini cost?
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Prices start at $630 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 Private 8h tour on Santorini take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Private 8h tour on Santorini worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 19 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 Private 8h tour on Santorini?
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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 Private 8h tour on Santorini suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private 8h tour on Santorini?
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Around 7 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private 8h tour on Santorini 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 Tailor-Made Santorini Land Tour with a Local Driver. 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.
What is included in Private 8h tour on Santorini?
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Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Private tour; and Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points. Not included: excluded tickets at museums or wineries and wine tastings; and you can ask us if you need to know any cost for an attraction that you would like to meet. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private 8h tour on Santorini include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 526 listed pickup locations in and around Santorini. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Private 8h tour on Santorini offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private 8h tour on Santorini?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Private 8h tour on Santorini wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private 8h tour on Santorini if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Santorini. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Private 8h tour on Santorini?
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Across 19 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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