Greece · Beach & Island

6-Hour Santorini Sightseeing Tour with Beaches, Oia and Winery

6 Hours Round trip from Santorini 847 00 Easy pace

Make your way to the major monuments of the city

Visit the oldest lighthouse of Santorini

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Climb Profitis Ilias for panoramic Aegean Sea views from Santorini's highest point
02 Explore the famous Red Beach and photograph its unique volcanic landscape
03 Visit the historic Akrotiri Lighthouse, one of the oldest lighthouses in Greece
04 Relax at Perissa-Perivolos Black Beach with time to swim and enjoy the seaside setting
05 Sample local varietals at a Santorini winery with roots in the island's ancient wine tradition

See the best of Santorini on this custom private tour, from historic villages and marvellous chapels to volcanic beaches and breathtaking landscapes by the Aegean Sea. Visit Firostefani and Oia, head up to Profitis Ilias Monastery at the island's highest point, and explore landmarks such as Red Beach and the Akrotiri Lighthouse. Relax at Perissa-Perivolos Black Beach and finish with a stop at a local winery, where you can sample wines that reflect Santorini's long winemaking history.

In Perivolos, you will have free time to take pictures on the volcanic black beach, swim in the Aegean Sea, and enjoy lunch at a seaside Greek restaurant.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Santorini, Fira, Oia

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Santorini Villages, Beaches and Winery Experience

Get picked up from a place of your choice by your Santorini tour guide and make your first stop at Firostefani.
Stroll through the village towards the famous blue-domed churches, where you can explore this traditional village independently. You will also see and learn about the geological formation of the island, its genesis, and the history of Santorini.
Continue through the scenic countryside to the village of Oia, the most photographed location in Santorini.
Head to Profitis Ilias, the highest hill in Santorini. From its summit at 567 m, enjoy panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. Here, you can visit the Monastery of Profitis Ilias and a Greek Orthodox chapel, listen to the sounds of Byzantine music, and taste their hand-made products.
Stop to explore the famous Red Beach and its lovely viewpoint. Take plenty of beautiful pictures of this unique landscape.
Visit one of the oldest lighthouses in Greece. The Akrotiri Lighthouse dates back to 1892 and features a square-shaped tower rising 10 meters from the warden's house.
Head to the southeast part of Santorini and relax at Perissa-Perivolos Black Beach, known for its amazing seaside restaurants and crystal clear waters. In Perivolos, you will have free time to take pictures on the volcanic black beach, swim in the Aegean Sea, and enjoy lunch at a seaside Greek restaurant.
Wind down your tour 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.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Santorini 847 00 3 cities · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Bottled water
English-speaking private guide/driver
Hotel, port, or airport pickup and drop-off
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

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

Know before you go

This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
This tour is ideal for first-time visitors to Santorini or those short on time.
A private tour can be customized to suit your preferences and ensures a personalized experience.
Please get in touch with the local operator after booking to confirm your preferred departure time.
Please note: At Ancient Greek sites such as Akrotiri, your local driver cannot guide you inside, as only official Greek archaeologists can do so. During your tour, you may ask your local driver to drop you off at the Akrotiri site entrance if you wish to explore it independently.
Pickup is offered from the following places for this experience:
- Ferry port (Athinios): pickup at the arrivals terminal
- Santorini Airport (JTR): pickup at the arrivals terminal
- Santorini hotel pickup is available from all hotels and Airbnb properties
- Cruise port: the meeting point for cruise passengers is at the top of the cruise port's cable car (upper station). The guide will be holding a sheet with the lead passenger's name.
Drop-off is available to all hotels and villas, the port or airport, or any other preferred location in Santorini.