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Santorini Private Customizable Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems

5.0 (73 reviews) 4–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Santorini Private Customizable Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems

About this activity

Discover Santorini through the eyes of locals on a private, fully customizable island tour designed around you.

From the iconic blue-domed churches of Oia and breathtaking caldera views to charming traditional villages and hidden gems, experience the island at your own pace, away from the usual rush of group tours.

Travel comfortably in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a friendly local tour leader who shares authentic stories, local traditions, and insider tips.

Whether you're visiting Santorini on a cruise or enjoying a longer island stay, we'll help you create an experience that reflects your interests, preferences, and available time.

Your tour, your pace, your Santorini.

The itinerary includes suggested highlights rather than a fixed route. Stops are selected and customized according to your preferences and chosen tour duration (4–8 hours), so not all listed locations are visited on every tour.

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At a glance

Duration
4–8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–7
Guide
Greek, English
Operated by
Santorini Golden Tours

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Flexible stops for photos, sightseeing & hidden local spots
  • Included: Hotel, villa, airport & port pickup/drop-off. Cruise guests: Fira cable car upper station.
  • Included: Local host throughout the experience
  • Included: Private air-conditioned vehicle with comfortable transportation
  • Included: Personalized itinerary fully customized to your preferences

Not included

  • Not included: Food, drinks & personal expenses
  • Not included: Entrance fees for archaeological sites, museums & attractions
  • Not included: Wine tasting fees at wineries (optional experience)
  • Not included: Cable car tickets for cruise ship guests are not included (€10 per person, per ride)

Itinerary

  1. Oia

    one hour

    Explore Santorini's most iconic village, famous for its whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches and breathtaking caldera views.

  2. Three Bells of Fira

    20 min

    Visit one of the island's most photographed landmarks and enjoy panoramic views over the caldera and volcanic islands.

  3. Imerovigli

    30 min

    Discover the "balcony of the Aegean", offering spectacular cliffside views and peaceful surroundings away from the crowds.

  4. Pyrgos Kallistis

    45 min

    Wander through one of Santorini's most authentic traditional villages with narrow alleys and panoramic viewpoints.

  5. Akrotiri

    30 min

    Experience one of the island's most scenic coastal viewpoints overlooking the caldera and Aegean Sea.

  6. Red Beach

    30 min

    Admire Santorini's famous red volcanic cliffs and unique geological landscape.

  7. Perissa Black Sand Beach

    30 min

    Relax along Santorini's volcanic black-sand coastline and enjoy the island's unique natural beauty.

  8. Megalochori

    30 min

    xplore a charming traditional village filled with local character, hidden alleys and authentic island life.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • One of One Suites
  • Zen Suites & Spa
  • Laokasti Villas Hotel
  • NOUS Santorini
  • Airy suites santorini
  • Santo Mangata Boutique Hotel & Spa - Adults Only
  • AMARIA Beach Resort
  • Alleys Boutique & Spa Hotel
  • Dagaz Suites
  • Santorini Airport
  • Art Maisons Oia Castle
  • Enarma Suites & Spa

and 540 more pickup points

Cruise Ship Guests:

The main meeting point is at the top Cable Car station in Fira Town, where your local driver-guide will be waiting holding a sign with your name.

Alternative pickup can also be arranged from Athinios Port or Ammoudi Port if you prefer to arrive by private water taxi (extra cost applies).

Hotels & Villas:

Pickup is available directly from your hotel, villa, Airbnb, or from the nearest accessible meeting location if vehicle access is limited.

Airport & Ferry Arrivals:

Your driver-guide will meet you at the arrivals area holding a personalized sign with your name for an easy and stress-free pickup experience.

Pickup Options Available

Santorini Airport (JTR)

Athinios Ferry Port

Fira Cable Car Upper Station

Hotels, Villas & Airbnbs across Santorini

Custom meeting points upon request

Important Notes

Please provide your accommodation details, cruise ship name, or arrival information after booking so we can organize the most convenient pickup for you.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • 8-Hours Private Santorini tour

    Duration: 8 hours

    Pickup included

  • 4-Hours Private Santorini Tour

    Duration: 4 hours

    Pickup included

  • 6-Hours Private Santorini Tour

    Duration: 6 hours

    Pickup included

  • 5-Hours Private Santorini Tour

    Duration: 5 hours

    Pickup included

  • 7-Hours Private Santorini Tour

    Duration: 7 hours

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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