Greece · Sunset Tours

9-Hour Santorini Sightseeing Tour with Akrotiri and Oia Sunset

9 Hours Round trip from Thera 847 00 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Prophet Elias Monastery at Santorini's highest point
02 Explore picturesque Pyrgos, one of the island's most charming villages
03 Discover the Akrotiri Excavations, a major archaeological site buried by volcanic lava
04 Enjoy free time at the famous Red Beach and admire its colourful rock formations
05 Watch the world-famous sunset from Oia village

Visit the Prophet Elias Monastery at the highest spot on the island, explore picturesque Pyrgos village, and discover the remarkable Akrotiri Excavations, one of Santorini's most significant archaeological sites. Enjoy free time at the famous Red Beach, continue to Fira for caldera views and local shopping or cuisine, and end the day in Oia with the world's most famous sunset. This full-day tour offers a well-rounded introduction to Santorini's history, landscapes, and iconic villages.

Make your final stop in Oia village for the world's most famous sunset.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Santorini, Pyrgos, Fira, Oia

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Santorini Highlights from Prophet Elias to Oia Sunset

Meet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location and begin with the breathtaking view from the Prophet Elias Monastery, where you will also visit this picturesque monastery.
Discover Pyrgos village, one of the most picturesque villages on the island.
Continue to the Akrotiri Excavations, one of the most significant archaeological sites in Santorini. Akrotiri is a vast complex that was once inhabited by 200 families and was preserved beneath the volcano's lava.
Enjoy free time of approximately 40 minutes at Red Beach. Marvel at the colourful formations of the mountain and/or visit Akrotiri Bay for coffee or lunch with traditional Greek mezedes and ouzo, not included in the price.
Proceed to Fira, the capital of the island. Take magnificent pictures of the caldera, go shopping, or enjoy traditional Santorinian cuisine.
Make your final stop in Oia village for the world's most famous sunset.
Return 30 minutes after sunset.

Where this trip takes you

Prophet Elias Monastery, Pyrgos village, Akrotiri Excavations, Red Beach

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Thera 847 00 4 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Specialized English-speaking Santorini tour guide
Shared transportation

What's Not Included

Entrance fees to Akrotiri Excavations (12 euros)

What to bring

Sunscreen and sunglasses
Light jacket

Know before you go

Pick-up locations and times
- This is not a private pick-up. Collection is provided from specific meeting areas. Bus departure times are:
  - Kamari 11:15 AM
  - Monolithos 11:20 AM
  - Messaria 11:20 AM
  - Karderado 11:25 AM
  - Fira 11:30 AM
  - Pyrgos 11:35 AM
  - Perissa 11:15 AM
  - Perivolos 11:20 AM
  - Emporio 11:20 AM
  - Vlichada 11:20 AM
  - Akrotiri 11:25 AM
  - Megalochori 11:30 AM
- In case of any pick-up delay, times may vary.
- Guests must arrive 10 minutes early at the meeting point.
- Guests must be able to walk over cobblestones and uneven surfaces, inclines, and steps.
- Starting times might change depending on the season and the time of sunset and will be advised upon confirmation of your booking, if applicable.
- Children aged 4 and under are free of charge. Infants aged 0-1 years can also travel free if they sit on an adult's knee.
How to prepare properly for the tour
- We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled, closed walking shoes.
- The Akrotiri excavation site entrance fee is not included (12 EUR) and can be paid directly at the site on the day of the tour, in cash.
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible because of the varied terrain at the sites you will be visiting.
How will I be notified about my pick-up point and time?
- Once the booking has been completed, the customer service team will contact you and let you know the exact meeting point location and time.