Santorini by Car with a Local: Wineries, Views & Hidden Spots
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5.0/5
Based on 14 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Santorini by Car with a Local: Wineries, Views & Hidden Spots worth booking?
Santorini by Car with a Local: Wineries, Views & Hidden Spots is a 5-hour experience in Santorini, Greece, from $25 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 14 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (14)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $25 per person
Experience Santorini through the eyes of a local expert while you travel in comfort in an air-conditioned minibus on your 5-hour private tour. See architectural wonders, spectacular views and learn about the rich culture
What you get
About this experience
Experience Santorini through the eyes of a local expert while you travel in comfort in an air-conditioned minibus on your 5-hour private tour. See architectural wonders, spectacular views and learn about the rich culture of the island. Highlights: • Visit the photogenic Oia Village • Explore the Akrotiri excavation site • Travel to the highest point of Santorini at Profitis Ilias mountain • Enjoy a relaxing swim at one of the sensational, volcanic beaches • Eat lunch on the beach while you relax and unwind • Customize your itinerary for a unique experience
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 14 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Small groups
5 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
14 verified traveler reviews for Santorini by Car with a Local: Wineries, Views & Hidden Spots. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Private Car Santorini
We had Billy as our requested driver and it certainly was a great choice. He took to all the popular places providing great information the enjoy time. We were with Billy for 5hrs in a very comfortable car. Billy made the tour a great experience. He brought us to a very nice local restaurant on black sand beach. The best Greek Salad of the trip so far and the rest of the food we got was very good. Grilled octopus, fried shrimp and some pasta bolognese for me.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re very happy to hear that Billy made your Santorini tour such a great experience. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the island highlights, the comfortable ride, and especially the delicious lunch by the black sand beach. We truly appreciate your review and hope to see you again in Santorini!
via Tripadvisor
The best tour of Santorini - tailored for you
We have just returned from a 1-week cruise around the Cyclades. Before we left I knew that we wanted a more personal and tailored tour to explore Santorini than the cruise ship was offering. I booked a 'Tour with a local' and based on previous reviews I asked specifically for Billy to be our driver. I am so glad we did - it was a brilliant tour and possibly the best one we took during the week. Billy has an amazing knowledge of the island and after he had discovered I was interested in photography, he made sure we got to see locations that the usual tours would not have visited. The 5-hour trip zipped by as we visited beautiful little towns, a hilltop monastery, the red and black beaches and finished up in Oia for the infamous sunset. As the sun set, low cloud obscured the sun but, on Billy's advice he lead us to a great spot near the castle which gave stunning views back onto the town in the soft light. He even turned photographer himself and took some lovely photos of us. To sum up, this is a great tour. Billy personalised it specially for us and I know we saw a lot more than we ever would with a coach full of other visitors. Thank you Billy - sorry you missed out of a photo with Gulliver the travel bear!!
via Tripadvisor
This was such an awesome...
What an awesome way to explore Santorini when we just had one day on a cruise ship to see this island. Billy was tour guide and he was a 10 out of 10 and beyond. He gave us so much history and knowledge of the island also taking us to the best places that we could see in the short time that we had ion this beautiful island! We had such an incredible experience and would HIGHLY recommend !!!
via Viator
Awesome Company!
These guys are amazing! They go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and having a good holiday. I can’t wait to come back!
via Tripadvisor
You won’t be disappointed with this amazing Private tour around Thira.
Our tour around Santorini ( Thira) was a memorable and wonderful experience for my husband and I on our first ever visit to this amazing island. And we have Billy to thank for that- he’s an engaging easy-going, friendly, passionate and knowledgeable guide, flexible and he loves his work. He also was a great guide for the rocks and geology of this island and history too. We so enjoyed seeing around this island which is much larger and more varied than we imagined and no amount of photos can replace the living experience. We are so thankful for choosing to explore by private tour and Billy was the perfect guide for us.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 72
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Santorini by Car with a Local: Wineries, Views & Hidden Spots: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santorini.
How much does Santorini by Car with a Local: Wineries, Views & Hidden Spots cost?
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Prices start at $25 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 Santorini by Car with a Local: Wineries, Views & Hidden Spots take?
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Plan for about 5 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 Santorini by Car with a Local: Wineries, Views & Hidden Spots 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 (5/5 across 14 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 Santorini by Car with a Local: Wineries, Views & Hidden Spots?
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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 Santorini by Car with a Local: Wineries, Views & Hidden Spots suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Santorini by Car with a Local: Wineries, Views & Hidden Spots?
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Around 5 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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Santorini by Car with a Local: Wineries, Views & Hidden Spots 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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