Greece · Photography

6-Hour Santorini Photography Workshop with Hidden Gems and Views

6 Hours Round trip from Santorini Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Capture Santorini's hidden gems and spectacular landscapes with a professional photographer
02 Explore traditional northern settlements for an authentic side of the island
03 Photograph panoramic island views from the hilltops above Pyrgos
04 Discover the medieval character of Emporio in the foothills of Mount Prophet
05 Drive through Santorini's well-pruned vineyards for lesser-seen island scenes

Attend this 6-hour photography workshop to capture stunning landscapes and striking architecture in changing light while exploring parts of Thira that many tourists do not see. Split into morning and afternoon sessions, the experience takes you through traditional settlements, hidden gems, panoramic viewpoints, and off-the-beaten-track corners of Santorini. With guidance from a professional photographer throughout, you'll discover authentic scenes of the island beyond the usual travel brochure images.

Start the day in the north of Santorini among picturesque traditional settlements, where you can capture an authentic side of the island as experienced by the locals.

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 Not applicable

Cities Santorini, Pyrgos, Fira

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Santorini Photography Workshop Through Hidden Corners

Morning session

Meet your tour guide and professional photographer at the agreed-upon location and begin the workshop.
Start the day in the north of Santorini among picturesque traditional settlements, where you can capture an authentic side of the island as experienced by the locals. The north is also filled with hidden gems and spectacular views, making it ideal for landscape photography and shots of rock formations not often captured on camera.

Afternoon session

Have lunch and take a break from the scorching midday sun, and feel free to take a siesta.
Begin the afternoon session by heading south to explore off the beaten track.
Visit the narrow streets of the Pyrgos settlement and travel to the top of the hills for panoramic shots of the island in the afternoon sun.
Take in the medieval character of Emporio in the foothills of Mount Prophet.
Drive through the well-pruned vineyards en route, giving you a view of Santorini that you do not see in travel brochures.

Where this trip takes you

Santorini traditional settlements, Pyrgos hilltop views, Emporio foothills, well-pruned vineyards

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Full instruction from a professional photographer and guidance throughout the workshop
Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, as well as transportation around the island during the workshop

What's Not Included

Tips

Know before you go

This is your private workshop, which means it is flexible to your needs. If you want to get shots of the sunrise, you can start earlier in the day. If there are amazing clouds passing over the north of the island and you're busy exploring the south, you can jump in the car and head north.
During the workshop, you will learn how to make the most of your camera in differing light.
You will learn how to use photography to tell stories.
You will learn how to create stunning landscape photography compositions.
You will learn how to develop your own style of landscape photography by experimenting with lenses and techniques.

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