Private Santorini Half Day Highlights 4-Hour Tour & Native Driver

4 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Fira. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private 4-hour Santorini highlights tour
  • 02 Visit Imerovigli, Oia, Prophet Elias, Pyrgos, and Megalochori
  • 03 Enjoy panoramic views from Santorini’s highest point
  • 04 See traditional Cycladic villages and blue-roofed churches
  • 05 Travel by air-conditioned private car or van
  • 06 Pickup and drop-off at car-accessible locations in Santorini

Discover some of Santorini’s most iconic villages and viewpoints on this private 4-hour highlights tour with a local English-speaking driver guide. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned car or van as you explore Imerovigli, Oia, Prophet Elias, Pyrgos, and Megalochori, taking in classic Cycladic architecture, blue-domed churches, panoramic island views, and the island’s distinctive volcanic landscape.

From the dramatic caldera scenery of Imerovigli and the famous beauty of Oia to the elevated views from Profitis Ilias and the traditional character of Pyrgos and Megalochori, this experience offers a well-rounded introduction to Santorini. Ideal for couples, families, and first-time visitors, the private format gives you a relaxed and personalized way to see more of the island in just half a day.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 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

1
Day 01

Imerovigli

Continuing North-West from Fira, we reach Imerovigli. Located at about 300 meters above sea level, Imerovigli is very often referred to as the” balcony of the Aegean sea", and it definitely lives up to this name by offering the most spectacular view of the Aegean sunset. Other attractions include many churches in typical Cycladic architecture, especially the Church of ay-Stratis and the Monastery of Saint Nicholas, as well as The Skaros Rock, where the remains of a medieval fortress are preserved.

Oia

Oia is by far the most famous village in Santorini and one of the most unsurpassed in beauty. Of course, there is no shortage of attractions that will intrigue the visitor-a magnificent sunset, houses built in niches inside the volcanic rock, Churches with blue roofs, inspiring views, and an idyllic atmosphere will richly reward the visitor of this unique place.

Prophet Ellias

 Mount Profitis Ilias, located less than five kilometers (3.1 miles) from the village of Pyrgos, is the island's highest point. And right on its top stands the monastery of the same name. Built in 1711, the Profitis Ilias Monastery, one of the oldest on the island, is a stunning example of Cycladic architecture at its best.

Even those who dislike taking photos will not resist the desire to take a few pictures from this unique vantage point.

Pyrgos

The village of Pyrgos shows all the magic of Santorini and the signature panoramic views on both sides of the island, but also retains the features of Venetian rule. Traditional Cycladic houses and paths surround the old Venetian castle, offering the best of both worlds and making the village of Pyrgos a place not to be missed.

Megalochori

The sights of Megalochori are two impressive churches standing on the central square of the village. The Church of the Introduction of the Blessed Virgin Mary with a wooden iconostasis and Byzantine icons of the Russian school and the church of Agia Anargiri celebrate July 1, the day on which a big holiday takes place in the village. The village has been mentioned in written sources since the mid-17th century. It also appears on the map of 1801. Finds in the wider area indicate that it has been inhabited since the early Cycladic and Late Cycladic periods.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Fira. 4 cities · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Local English-speaking driver guide
  • Pickup and drop-off at all car-accessible locations in Santorini
  • Private tour
  • Transport by air-conditioned car or van
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation

What's Not Included

  • Gratuites
  • Food and drinks
  • Cable car tickets for cruise ship travelers

Know before you go

  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise the activity provider which pickup point you will choose.
  • The meeting location for cruise ship travelers is at the exit of the cable car upper station.
  • Cruise ship passengers are tendered out at Santorini Old Harbor, which is inaccessible by car.
  • The driver will hold a sign with your name on it. If you need custom transportation, please get in touch with us to arrange it.
  • Time for this tour is flexible if we have availability.
  • Departures are available from April to November every year.
  • Departures are available from April to November every year
  • We pick up guests from all Santorini hotels and Airbnb. If your accommodation is not on the pickup list, don't worry—we can pick you up. Please advise us manually after completing your booking.
  • If a hotel is inaccessible by car due to restrictions, pickup will be held from a nearby location within a short walking distance.
  • • The duration of the tour is approximate. The exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions • A minimum of 1 person per booking is required • An adult must accompany children • Infant seats are available on request if advised at the time of booking • Not wheelchair accessible • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Valid from the time you exchange your voucher for the duration selected.
  • • Please advise the activity provider which pickup point you will choose. • You will receive an email with detailed pickup instructions. Be sure to check your spam folder for the email. • The meeting location for cruise ship travelers is at the exit of the cable car upper station. • Cruise ship passengers are tendered out at Santorini Old Harbor, which is inaccessible by car. • The guide will hold a sign with your name written on it. If you need custom transportation, please contact us to arrange it. • Time for this tour is flexible if we have availability. • The tour is private for groups of 1 up to 15 people. • If you are coming to Santorini from Athens on a day trip, the tour can offer you a complimentary airport, port pickup, and drop-off service upon request. • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. • Your tour guide will be happy to assist you with general information on lunch spot suggestions, but lunch prices and wine tasting are not included in the tour. • Please provide complete information about your custom pickup service (hotel or villa name, flight number, ferry or cruise ship name, host number, email, and phone traveler number).

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Fira.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Fira.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Fira..

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