
Private Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights worth booking?
Private Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights is a 4-hour experience in Santorini, Greece, from $183 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (6)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $183 per person
Enjoy a private Santorini shore excursion with a private driver-guide—Discover Santorini's hidden gems on this fascinating tour. Visit Oia, Firostefani, Imerovigli, Megalochori, Black Beach. - Great introductions for first-time visitors in a fun way to explore Santorini with a private guide only for your private group. - Private city sightseeing of Santorini attractions. - Ride around Santorini in a brand new Mercedes minibus. - Learn about Santorini island from an informative insider. - Maximum photo opportunities around Santorini. - Taste and eat Santorini authentic food and wine (optional).
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy a private Santorini shore excursion with a private driver-guide—Discover Santorini's hidden gems on this fascinating tour. Visit Oia, Firostefani, Imerovigli, Megalochori, Black Beach. - Great introductions for first-time visitors in a fun way to explore Santorini with a private guide only for your private group. - Private city sightseeing of Santorini attractions. - Ride around Santorini in a brand new Mercedes minibus. - Learn about Santorini island from an informative insider. - Maximum photo opportunities around Santorini. - Taste and eat Santorini authentic food and wine (optional).
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Customized Pickup and drop-off
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Discover Santorini and hidden path with our speaking English driver-guide, enjoy the breathtaking views, and taste local Santorini's wine and traditional greek food.
Oia
Visit the village of Oia first for some sightseeing and shopping, or go there last so you can enjoy a sunset over the Aegean Sea.
75 minutes here
Firostefani
Firostefani: Take pictures of the most photographed Firostefani’s Blue Dome Church, which is a well-known Greek site.
20 minutes here
Megalochori - Traditional Village
Enjoy the peace and quiet in quaint Megalochori Village, after which you might enjoy a glass of wine at Gavalas Winery or Venetsanos Winery, located on the Caldera Cliffs edge. If you don’t drink, your tour will be customized to suit your tastes, so skip these stops.
30 minutes here
Perivolos Beach
Explore the breathtaking black sand beach at Perissa and Perivolos (so named because of the unique black sand created from centuries of local volcanic activity). Free time for swimming and lunch at a traditional taverna in front of the black sand beach.
75 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 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
- Santorini Airport Shuttle Express
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual
- 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 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Private Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The Best Guide and a Fabulous Tour!
Santorini is stunning on its own, but our guide Chris went 100% above and beyond. He was incredibly knowledgeable about, well, everything!! He personalized our tour and we deviated a bit from the itinerary- he showed us things we never would have done on our own, and helped us get the most stunning photos. I can’t say enough good things about him. We’ve had several tours on this trip, but he has been the best by a mile! Thank you Chris, we loved every minute of it!
Response from the operator: Dear Rebecca, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so happy to hear that your time in Santorini was unforgettable and that Christos made the most of your day on the island. We're glad you were able to see all the main sights and capture amazing memories. It's great to know the tour was a perfect fit for your cruise ship stopover—we hope you'll come back to explore even more!
via Viator
Amazing private tour in Sicily from cruise.
Spent the port day with Paria and Alberto. Can’t say enough what an incredible duo they are as tour guide and driver. The best day of our trip and by far the best tour guide we have had!!!!! She was engaging, funny, knowledgeable and made great recommendations.
Response from the operator: Thanks a lot for the excellent feedback.
via Viator
Best of Santorini
Valeriy was our driver and was informative, very nice, prompt. I think we saw everything on Santorini and more in 5 hours! Would highly recommend.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the great feedback.
via Viator
Fabulous Tour!
This was a wonderful tour! Cristos, our driver and guide, waited for us when our ship’s tendering process was a mess. He took us to all the places any guest of the island would want to see plus some hidden gems. I highly recommend it!
Response from the operator: Thank a lot for your great feedback. You are the best!
via Viator
Best food tour :)
We had a wonderful time on the Greek Street Food Tour. It was the highlight of our stay in Athens. We tasted some many different and delicious foods. It was so feeling, like we had dinner and dessert with new friends. Our guide took the time to talk with each individual group and made everyone feel welcomed. She gave us a great history and insight into life in Athens. I would book this tour again in a minute. Easy to find meeting point. Thanks for a great time!!!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $183 to $300
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santorini.
How much does Private Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights cost?
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Prices start at $183 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 Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights 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 Private Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 6 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 Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights?
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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 Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights 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 Private Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights?
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Around 2 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 Private Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights 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 Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights?
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Included: Local guide; Bottled water; Private tour; Transport by air-conditioned minivan; and Customized Pickup and drop-off. Not included: Food and drinks; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 394 listed pickup locations in and around Santorini. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Private Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights 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 Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights?
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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 Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Private Santorini Shore Excursions Trip & Highlights?
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Across 6 reviews averaging 5.0 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.
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