Discover Best Of Santorini with Locals Small Group Half Day Tour
Description
Embark on an exceptional journey across Santorini with our knowledgeable driver-guide in a luxurious minivan. Experience the charm of picturesque villages, admire crystal-clear waters, and behold breathtaking views, including the iconic white buildings of Oia and the delightful Fira. Immerse yourself in the traditional allure of Megalochori, take in the panoramic vistas from Prophitis Ilias Monastery, and relax on the vibrant black sand beaches of Perissa/Kamari.
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Itinerary
Embark on an island tour commencing from the renowned village of Oia. With comfortable walking shoes, we'll guide you to explore the famous Caldera and the iconic Blue Domes—unmissable attractions on Santorini. Take your time for photography and immerse yourself in the charm of quaint shopping alleys, brimming with local brands, handmade treasures, and art galleries.
Next, visit the neighboring village of Firostefani that offers some of the best views of the caldera, and is home to several historical churches and traditional Santorinian architecture.
Our journey continues to the Monastery of Profitis Ilias, the highest peak of the mountain (567m/1860 ft), offering breathtaking views. The convent houses a valuable collection of holy images, handwritten books, and rare ecclesiastical items.
Megalochori is a charming village situated in the southwest part of Santorini, approximately 9 kilometers from Fira, the capital of the island. Known for its picturesque ambiance and friendly atmosphere, Megalochori offers easy access to stunning beaches. It is located in the heart of wine country, making it an ideal destination for wine enthusiasts. The village is close to excellent wineries, the ancient archaeological site of Akrotiri, the airport, and is only a 10-minute drive from Fira
Our next stop is the tranquil Perissa's Black Beach, renowned for its dark sand comprised of black volcanic pebbles. The striking contrast between the ebony shoreline and the crystal-clear waters of the Aegean Sea forms a breathtaking landscape. Fully organized, this beach offers traditional restaurants and beach bars, providing an ideal setting for relaxation. Here, you can unwind and indulge in refreshments, savor local cuisine, or partake in water sports like windsurfing, snorkeling, and kayaking.
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Pickup Locations & Times
At the time of booking let us know your hotel name and location and we will email you with the pickup details
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(52)
Great time with our guide! He was so knowledgeable and made the experience great! Highly recommend this.
We had a wonderful time on the tour. Out tour guide, Daniel was very knowledgeable and attentive. All the places we visited were awesome.
Yianna was really knowledgeable friendly and easy to understand The time was just enough and great to have a hotel pick up We covered the whole island only 10 people and the bus was comfortable with air con and nice touch having a bottle of water given to us
Great job giving us a nice tour…loved the cave tour visit and beach lunch was wonderful. Wonderful tour director and notations on specifics by Yanni.
It is a wonderful day for me! Daniel is a very nice person! He is really kind and responsible! We saw a lot of fancy views and took a lot of pictures!
We had a great time! Yanni was a great tour guide! They took us all over the island to places we wouldn't have normally gone. Yanni allowed for extra time to get fantastic photos! He answered all of questions. They picked us up at our hotel which was great. I recommend this tour without reservation!
It was a wonderful tour! Great way to see some amazing sights and learn some history about the island! Giannis was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable and funny!
Daniel was an excellent tour guide! Great explanation of the history of Santorini! We really enjoyed the island’s architecture, history and beauty.
We picked this tour up at the last minute for our last day of Santorini. We had an amazing time. Great opportunity for great family photos l. The monastery was very interesting and had an amazing view of the entire island at the top of the mountain. We ended up at the black beach for the end and were able to stay past our scheduled departure time as we were catching a flight back to Athens in the early evening. They were very accommodating to make sure that somebody was back to pick us up and take us directly to the airport. They even watched our luggage for us. Our tour guide Daniel was amazing. He really catered towards the kids that were on the tour and made it interesting for them. He had lots of iterating background on the sights and even for Greece in general.
We absolutely loved our time with Yainni. So knowledgable of the island full of facts and history for Santorini. The price alone is worth the visit to Oia with Yainni, knowing the best spots and escaping before it gets too busy like the nightmare photos & videos I’ve seen. Thank you so much!
