Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 593 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver worth booking?
Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver is a 3-hour experience in Santorini, Greece, from $50 per person. It scores 93 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 5/5 rating across 593 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 93 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (593)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $50 per person
Enjoy a completely flexible private tour designed just for you! Choose how long you want to explore — 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8 h — and create your own perfect day with the help of your local expert guide. Your guide will help you design the ideal itinerary based on your interests — whether you want to visit famous landmarks, uncover hidden gems, or simply enjoy the city like a local. Perfect for Cruise Passengers: This tour is ideal for guests arriving by cruise ship. Enjoy the best of Santorini with comfort, flexibility, and peace of mind. pick up for the cruise passengers is at the cable car. What’s Included: Private, customizable tour with a local guide Flexible duration (3–8 hours) Personalized recommendations and itinerary planning Option to extend your tour Why Travelers Love It: 100% private experience – just you and your guide Total flexibility to choose where to go and how long to stay Discover hidden gems and local favorites Perfect for couples, families, or groups of friends
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy a completely flexible private tour designed just for you! Choose how long you want to explore — 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8 h — and create your own perfect day with the help of your local expert guide. Your guide will help you design the ideal itinerary based on your interests — whether you want to visit famous landmarks, uncover hidden gems, or simply enjoy the city like a local. Perfect for Cruise Passengers: This tour is ideal for guests arriving by cruise ship. Enjoy the best of Santorini with comfort, flexibility, and peace of mind. pick up for the cruise passengers is at the cable car. What’s Included: Private, customizable tour with a local guide Flexible duration (3–8 hours) Personalized recommendations and itinerary planning Option to extend your tour Why Travelers Love It: 100% private experience – just you and your guide Total flexibility to choose where to go and how long to stay Discover hidden gems and local favorites Perfect for couples, families, or groups of friends
What's included
Included
- Hotel/Port/Airport Pick up & Drop off
- Live commentary and information
- Private customizable tour by air-conditioned vehicle
- Cruise passengers pick up is right outside the cable car exit
- Private driver - guide
Not included
- Admission fees at Akrotiri excavations & museums - (optional visit)
- Food and drinks
- Cable car tickets for cruise ship travelers (10,00 Euros per person, per ride)
- Wine tasting charges (optional visit)
What you'll see and do
Oia
Optional Visit: One of the most photographed places in Greece. On the top of an impressive cliff and offers a spectacular view, Oia has become globally Famous for its authentic Cycladic Beauty. This place is especially popular for its sunset.
60 minutes here
Imerovigli
Optional visit: Located at the highest & most central part of the Caldera. You have the opportunity to take incredible volcano photos and Skaros rock.
15 minutes here
Megalochori - Traditional Village
Optional visit: You will see hundreds of small, white painted houses, with exquisite architecture, tine alleys, tower bells , and underground cave houses.
30 minutes here
Perissa Black Sand Beach
Optional visit: The most popular and the biggest black sand beach of the Island. You'll be able to walk on the black sand and get photographed standing next to the wave. We recommend if you want to swim in the clear and crystal clear Aegean Sea. We also recommend you taste traditional dishes in a seaside restaurant.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Akrotiri Lighthouse
Optional visit: Built in 1892. That position is the best for panoramic pictures because you will stand on the edge of a high cliff right above the sea.
20 minutes here
Red Beach
Optional visit: Black and red pebbles and some of various colours, mainly red , composed of wild scenery. This wonderful volcanic landscape will capture your complete attention.
20 minutes here
Monastery of Profitis Ilias
Optional visit: A place with the most breathtaking view from the Island’s highest spot. The monastery has built in 1711 . There are a few monks still staying there and they are involved in wine-making, as well as the production of other goods, all of them available for purchase to anyone who wants to taste the traditional Santorini products.
20 minutes here
Pyrgos
Optional Visit: a village built on the top of the hill, this settlement holds a 16th century Venetian castle. Because of its location, the village has a panoramic view. Pyrgos, is the oldest village of Santorini. You will be impressed by blue domed churches, narrow cave houses with charming balconies and pebbled paths.
30 minutes here
Castelli of Emporio
Optional visit: Emporio was constructed in the mid 15th century. In medieval times the inhabitants of the village used to build their houses side-by-side so that they can protect themselves from the pirates.
30 minutes here
Akrotiri Archaeological Site
Optional visit: The most important historical settlement of the first habitation (at least the 4th millennium BC). You will walk along the ancient walls, enjoy a real Minoan town.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Windmills of Emporio
Optional Visit : Discover the charming Windmills of Emporio, perched above the village’s maze-like alleys. These traditional landmarks offer a glimpse into Santorini’s past and panoramic views of the island’s south — a peaceful spot for photos and a quiet escape from the crowds.
15 minutes here
Wine Museum Koutsogiannopoulos
Optional visit: Koutsogiannopoulos Wine Museum has everything a visitor would want to know about winemaking in one of the most unique places on earth. With the Koutsogiannopoulos family knowledge and historical exhibits, guests will get a glimpse of what life was like as a winemaker here. The Koutsogiannopoulos Winery produces a variety of wines that are distinguished into young or aged white wines, young or aged red wines, rosé, semisweet and sweet wines.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Art Space
Optional Visit : Discover Art Space Winery in Exo Gonia — a unique blend of wine, history, and art. Explore ancient cave cellars transformed into a contemporary gallery showcasing Greek and international artists. Enjoy wine tastings of Santorini’s finest varieties in an inspiring, authentic setting that beautifully connects tradition and creativity.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Ftelos Brewery Santorini
Optional Visit : Visit Ftelos Brewery Santorini, a modern craft brewery just outside Fira. Enjoy guided tastings of unique local beers, stunning Caldera views, and creative dishes at MALT Restaurant, where fine dining meets Santorini’s relaxed style.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
4-Hour Private Customized Tour
Private Tour : Travel in Santorini with a Local Driver Duration: 4 hours SUV / minivan Pickup included
3-Hour Private Customized Tour
Famous Blue Domes : With this tour you can stop Firostefani, Imerovigli, Oia Duration: 3 hours: customisable tour SUV / minivan Pickup included
4h Tour with Sunset in Oia
Sunset in Oia: With this tour you can see the traditional villages Megalochori and Pyrgos, three bells of Fira and Oia village Duration: 4 hours SUV / Mini Van Pickup included
5-Hour Private Customized Tour
Private Tour : Travel in Santorini with a Local Driver Duration: 5 hours Car Pickup included
6-Hour Private Customized Tour
Private Tour : Travel in Santorini with a Local Driver Duration: 6 hours: customizable tour SUV / minivan Pickup included
5h Τour with Sunset in Oia
Sunset in Oia : Explore the traditional villages Megalochori , Pyrgos, Red beach, Three bells and Oia Village Duration: 5 hours SUV / MiniVan Pickup included
8-Hour Private Customized Tour
Private: Duration 8 hours new SUV / minivan Pickup included
Private One-Way Transfer
SUV / Van Private Taxi From / to Airport Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- el, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Cyclades Shine
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Transportation Hour is included to the Total Tour Duration
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 581 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
581 verified traveler reviews for Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fantastic tour
This was excellent! We only booked 3 hours but they gave us an extra half hour for free, so I could have a chance to swim in the sea on the black beach. Our tour guide did a wonderful job of recommending places that reduced walking for me, as I have more limited mobility. The places we saw were beautiful! Thanks so much for the experience.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent professionalism
Aris was super friendly, knowledgeable and on time. He was very patient with our group and took great pride in his job and safely transported us where we needed to go. 5 of 5 for sure.
via Tripadvisor
Terrific Guide & Private Tour of Santorini!
Our private guide & tour were wonderful!! Lisandros was a fabulous guide & the van was very nice. This was our 2nd time coming to Santorini so he took us to many places we had never seen & showed us beautiful places. We went to some small local villages, beautiful scenery, the Black Sand beaches, windmills ( because I really like them), Oia for shopping, etc. Also took us, a nice long ride to scenic beaches, the bell towers, etc. & showed us ancient caves houses, etc. We had many photo stops. He also recommended a great lunch spot near the tram station. It was definitely a 5 +++ day!! We highly recommend this private tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your generous review and for trusting us with your Santorini experience! Knowing that you had a memorable day is the greatest reward for our team. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future! Warm regards, Santorini Signature Tours
via Tripadvisor
The Private Tour of Santorini is amazing! You will see so much & get a great feel for beautiful Santorini!
We had a terrific private island tour of Santorini today with Lisandros! He was an amazing guide & the van was really nice! We had been to Santorini before so we told him a couple places to see & let him choose favorite places to take us - they were perfect!! We loved everything we saw of this beautiful island. He even made a lunch suggestion & reservation at a restaurant near the tram called Rastoni. It was delicious! We went to several cities, including small local villages also. It was nice to see where locals live. Thank you for an A+ 5 star day!!
Response from the operator: Dear Michelle, Thank you for your generous review and for trusting us with your Santorini experience! Knowing that you had a memorable day is the greatest reward for our team. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future! Warm regards, Santorini Signature Tours
via Viator
Great way to see Santorini in a limited amount of time
Aris was an excellent tour guide over our 5-hours tour. He was very knowledgeable, informative, engaging, and personable. It was a great way to experience Santorini and to learn a little about the history of the island and the people.
Response from the operator: Dear David, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We truly appreciate your kind words and, most importantly, your trust in choosing our services. It was our pleasure to be part of your Santorini experience, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Warm regards, Santorini Signature Tours
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $479
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 208
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Why this scores 93
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santorini.
How much does Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver cost?
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Prices start at $50 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 Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 93 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 593 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Santorini, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver?
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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 Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver?
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Around 208 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver 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 Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver?
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Included: Hotel/Port/Airport Pick up & Drop off; Live commentary and information; Private customizable tour by air-conditioned vehicle; Cruise passengers pick up is right outside the cable car exit; and Private driver - guide. Not included: Admission fees at Akrotiri excavations & museums - (optional visit); Food and drinks; Cable car tickets for cruise ship travelers (10,00 Euros per person, per ride); and Wine tasting charges (optional visit). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 6 listed pickup locations in and around Santorini. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver offered in?
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It is offered in Greek and 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 Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver?
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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.
What happens to Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver 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 Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver?
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Across 593 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
What booking options are available for Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local Driver?
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There are 8 options to choose from, including 4-Hour Private Customized Tour, 3-Hour Private Customized Tour, 4h Tour with Sunset in Oia, 5-Hour Private Customized Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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