Private Shore Excursion: Best of Santorini Customized Tour

Santorini, Greece
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If you are looking for a private shore excursion from your cruise ship, this tour is the perfect choice for you as well. This excursion will introduce yours to the best the island has to offer. Once it has found a place in your heart, it will never leave!

A proposed itinerary is available for visitors, though you can also customize the day’s schedule in accordance with your preferences.

Description

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Oia, Oia, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean

Begin your sightseeing adventure in the north of the island, at the scenic village of Oia: one of Santorini’s most visually striking locations, the village has long inspired artists with its beauty, and sits overlooking the island’s caldera.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Firostefani, Firostefani, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean

Next, head to the traditional, cliff-top village of Imerovigli before venturing to Firostefani, another nearby village that's famous for its distinctive, blue-domed church. You will also see and learn about the geological formation of the island, the genesis, and history of Santorini.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Red Beach, Akrotiri Greece

Afterwards, it’s on to the island’s appropriately named Red and Black Beaches. Both are named for their distinctively colored sand, and offer stunning views over the Aegean Sea.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Monastery of Profitis Ilias, Epar. Od. Pirgou Kallistis 3 km from Pyrgo Thira, Moni Profitou Ilia, Moni Profitou Iliou 847 00 Greece

Head to Profitis Ilias, which is the highest hill in Santorini. From its top (567 m) enjoy the panoramic view of the Aegean Sea. There, you will get to visit a Greek Orthodox chapel, listen to the sounds of Byzantine music and get a taste of their hand-made products.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Santo Winery, Pyrgos 84701 Greece

Lastly, wind your tour down with an indulgent stop at a local winery. Santorini has produced its own wine since ancient times, and sampling its varietals is the perfect way to get a taste of the island’s history.

Note that bespoke itineraries and custom additions to the tour are also available. Your tour will conclude when your private driver drops you off at your accommodation, cruise ship port, airport, or any other preferred location.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions

  • Bottled water
  • Private guide/driver
  • Hotel/port/airport pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions

  • Entrance fees at museums (optional visits)
  • Tips (recommended)
  • Food and drinks

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Meeting point for cruise passengers is top of cruise port's cable car
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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