
Private Tour: Santorini Highlights with Akrotiri
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5.0/5
Based on 48 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Private Tour: Santorini Highlights with Akrotiri worth booking?
Private Tour: Santorini Highlights with Akrotiri is a 6-hour experience in Athens, Greece, from $88 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 48 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (48)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $88 per person
Santorini highlights tour with Akrotiri combines the best of the island with a visit to one of the most stunning archaeological sites in the world! The best way to enjoy it is with one of our Santorini private tour guide
What you get
- Professional guide
- Private tour
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
About this experience
Santorini highlights tour with Akrotiri combines the best of the island with a visit to one of the most stunning archaeological sites in the world! The best way to enjoy it is with one of our Santorini private tour guides!
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- Private tour
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Oia
Walk around the beautiful alleys of Oia, the most famous of the villages of Santorini
60 minutes here
Firostefani
A photo stop at the Blue Dome of Firostefani
30 minutes here
Megalochori
A stroll around the southern traditional village of Megalochori
60 minutes here
Akrotiri Archaeological Site
A guided tour of Akrotiri Excavations with your licensed guide bringing to life the history of the island
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Venetsanos Winery
Wine tasting at a local Winery where you can enjoy Santorinian wines with a stunning view
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Perissa
Drive along the Black Beach of Santorini
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Athens
For Cruise ship passengers. We meet at the top of the cable car station, just look for a sign with your name. Hotel guests meeting points to be agreed based on hotel location.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
For Cruise ship passengers. We meet at the top of the cable car station, just look for a sign with your name. Hotel guests meeting points to be agreed based on hotel location.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Touring with Kostas
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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 49 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Small groups
4 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
49 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour: Santorini Highlights with Akrotiri. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful sites and beautiful memories
My family and I learned so much about the history of Santorini and made wonderful memories thanks to this private tour led by Kostas. He drove us around in an air-conditioned van and took us to see breathtaking views, an archaeological site, and a great restaurant. I highly recommend taking a tour with him.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent Private Tour of Santorini
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Santorini with Kostas. He is very knowledgeable, a great communicator, entertaining, patient and a good soul. He made it a very memorable day for us. We made a new friend. We highly recommend this individual as your guide. David & Leanne Kallman
via Tripadvisor
Kostas is the best tour guide!
Our private tour of Santorini with Kostas was FABULOUS! Kostas knew when to take us to areas when they weren’t crowded! We got great photos. He was very willing to take pictures and he was good at it! He was very energetic and spoke very good English! Santorini was beautiful. If you are looking for a tour in Santorini, Kostas is the best tour guide!
via Tripadvisor
A wonderful experience
This was my second time in Santorini and also the second time I have been on a tour with Kostas. Both times were enjoyable and informative. He was responsive to our requests and provided excellent suggestions.
via Tripadvisor
Seeing Santorini through the Eyes of Local Expert
Our Santorini and Akrotiri tour with Kostas was incredible. He shared the island’s history and culture in such an engaging way, with stories only a local could tell. He’s funny, insightful, and reminded me of a Greek Rick Steves—highly recommend him!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $88 to $700
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 17
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 78
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tour: Santorini Highlights with Akrotiri: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Athens.
How much does Private Tour: Santorini Highlights with Akrotiri cost?
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Prices start at $88 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Athens usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Tour: Santorini Highlights with Akrotiri take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Athens is not rushed.
Is Private Tour: Santorini Highlights with Akrotiri worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 48 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Athens, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour: Santorini Highlights with Akrotiri?
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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 Tour: Santorini Highlights with Akrotiri suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tour: Santorini Highlights with Akrotiri?
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Around 17 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 Athens 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 Athens and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour: Santorini Highlights with Akrotiri 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 Athens 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 Athens?
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On Outty we rank every Athens experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Athens Small Group E-Bike Tour, Small Group Greek Traditional Food Tour in Athens 20+ Tastings, Athens Scenic Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis. 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 Athens?
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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 Athens?
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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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