
Private Shore Excursion: Best of Santorini Customized Tour
Private Shore Excursion: Best of Santorini Customized Tour
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.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Oia
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.
1 hourFirostefani
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.
30 minutesRed Beach
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.
1 hourMonastery of Profitis Ilias
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.
30 minutesSanto Winery
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.
1 hourIncluded
- Bottled water
- Private guide/driver
- Hotel/port/airport pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Not Included
- Entrance fees at museums (optional visits)
- Tips (recommended)
- Food and drinks
Good to Know
- 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
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.