Greece · Photography

3-Hour Santorini Photo Safari with Red Beach, Profitis Ilias and Oia

3 Hours Round trip from Thera 847 00 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Capture the picturesque landscapes of Red Beach and Vlychada Beach
  • 02 Tour through the villages of Emporio and Megalochori
  • 03 Offer your prayers at the Monastery of Profitis Ilias
  • 04 Roam through majestic Oia town and see the alluring Oia Castle

Sign up for an exciting excursion to Santorini, one of the most photogenic tourist destinations, blessed with well-known attractions and hidden gems. Discover its beauty by exploring Vlychada Beach, walking along Red Beach, visiting the rustic windmills above Emporio, and seeing Oia town. Also, wander through Megalochori, a traditional village, before climbing to the hilltop Monastery of Profitis Ilias.

Vlychada will give you the sense of being on a trip to the moon.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 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

1
Day 01

Santorini Photo Safari through Beaches, Villages and Oia

  • Connect with your tour guide, who will pick you up from your accommodation to start the itinerary.
  • Begin by capturing the beautiful landscapes of Red Beach.
  • Stop at the lighthouse for a stunning panoramic view from the edge of the cliff.
  • Then, go to Vlychada Beach, the most captivating beach on the island. Vlychada will give you the sense of being on a trip to the moon.
  • Now, make a stop above the largest village of Santorini, Emporio, at the hill of Gavrilos. Along its ridge stand 9 traditional windmills.
  • Next, take a halt at Megalochori, a traditional village. It is one of the most serene and beautiful gems on the island.
  • Afterwards, proceed to the Monastery of Profitis Ilias. The route to the monastery offers fantastic views of the island. As soon as you reach the top of the hill, you will notice that the whole island appears at your feet. It is the highest point on the island.
  • Lastly, see beautiful Oia. At the side of the settlement lies Oia Castle, whose remaining parts offer unique views of the infinite blue and the famous sunset.
  • Return to your drop-off location to conclude the tour.
Red Beach (Santorini), Vlychada Beach, Monastery of Profitis Ilias, Oia Castle

Where this trip takes you

Red Beach (Santorini), Vlychada Beach, Monastery of Profitis Ilias, Oia Castle

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Thera 847 00 3 cities · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking local guide
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel/port/airport pickup and drop-off

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities (optional)

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes and clothes
  • Camera

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Santorini, Ελλάδα
Tour start
Thera 847 00, Greece
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Thera 847 00.

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