Santorini First-time Visitors Private Tour with Wine Tasting
Overview
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Enjoy a 5-Hour private tour suitable for new visitors and for cruise ship travelers who would like to experience the best of what Santorini has to offer. Visit some of the most scenic destinations such as: The famous blue domed church and the three bells in Firostefani village, the island's highest point and the monastery on its peak as well as the stunning Oia village. Savor a selection of 4 local wines accompanied by a cheese platter on a traditional winery, followed by leisure at the volcanic Kamari black beach. Your local driver/guide will be sharing his expertise providing you with several information throughout the entire trip. Select the departure time of your choice and enjoy a flexible and memorable private experience on a deluxe and air-conditioned van.
Additional Info
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
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The itinerary can be customized to suit your preferences
What To Expect
Three Bells of Fira
Visit Firostefani, the so called "crown of Fira" an old fashioned village situated on the rim of the cliffs with magnificent views. Stop at the scenic balcony and gaze the wild beauty of the caldera itself along with the three bells & the famous blue domed church, seen on every postcard of Santorini.
Oia's Main Street
Embrace the best of Oia village. Unique in every way with iconic blue domed churches, scenic pathways, stunning views and the most spectacular sunset. One of the most photographed places in Greece, Oia is situated on the top of an impressive cliff and offers a spectacular view over the volcano and the Aegean sea. The village has several cultural attractions such as: The Maritime museum, traces of a Venetian fortress and Captains houses. You may as well explore the large shopping area and relax in one of the several open-air cafes. The world famous sunset in Oia is available by choosing an afternoon departure.
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Santorini First-time Visitors Private Tour with Wine Tasting
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel/Port/Airport Pick up & Drop off
Guaranteed on-time drop-off for cruise passengers with timely return to port
Bottled water
Experienced local driver/guide
Private transportation by air-conditioned & deluxe van
Guiding services by a wine expert in Argyros Estate Winery
Maps & live commentary
Wine tasting of 4 wine varieties accompanied with a cheese platter
Cable Car Tickets for Cruise Passengers (Optional)
Pickup points
Hotel Santorini
Fira Greece
Santorini Airport
Greece
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
144 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful and friendly introduction to Santorini
Dream01820479171,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had our tour with Mario a few hours after arriving in Santorini, and he helped us to quickly understand the magic and allure of this Mediterranean paradise, from our southern starting point of Perissa to the famous northern area of Oia. Mario was friendly and helpful throughout the tour. I’d highly recommend this tour for a great overview of Santorini, especially early into an extended stay. Turns out we liked the laid back vibe of Perissa more than the pace of Oia, but I can’t knock the beauty of any part of the island.
Excellent Tour of Santorini
Stan E,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Dimitri was an excellent guide for our tour of Santorini. He was extremely knowledgeable of the history of the area and each city or village. He allowed us to go at our own pace yet adhering to the itinerary. He was very personable and knew several of the local people. I would highly recommend this tour, especially for first time visitors to Santorini.
Amazing tour with Mario!
U9400EWmarck,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Mario was awesome. We had a great tour of the island and he showed us all the best highlights!
5 hour tour of Santorini in a spacious van
neenandscadad,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michael was an excellent guide and driver. He had an itinerary ready for us, but also asked what we wanted to see on the island. He was knowledgeable of the history of Santorini, as he has lived there his whole life. I strongly recommend navigating this busy island with a local guide!
Great summary tour of Santorini
Chicagotraveler623,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just finished a fantastic summary tour of Santorini with Kostas and Santorini tours. My family, six adults and an infant, spent four hours with Kostas and got an excellent overview and history of the island. Kostas was extremely knowledgeable, tremendously flexible, and a very good person to spend time with. We’d highly recommend using Kostas and his company.
Wine tasting tour
JE8014,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dimitri was the best tour guide on Santorini! He knew so much history about the island, having been born and raised there. Not only was the history lesson fascinating, the wine tasting tour was wonderful. Having been on different wine tours around the world, the Santorini wine making process is completely different from anywhere else. And the wines there are amazing! Since we are still on the island, we will be booking another excursion with them soon!
Best tour & guide!
370meredithl,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our travel agent found this tour, and it did not disappoint! Our guide Mike quickly became our best friend, and hustled for our three hour time window to ensure we saw a lot- the views & experience of Santo Winery was a highlight! Our ship had to depart two hours earlier than planned due to wind, and Mike went above and beyond to help reschedule our non-tour affiliated dinner reservations too. Very highly recommend this company, and especially Mike, for your Santorini experience!!!!
Perfect Private Tour of Santorini with Michael
Sue L,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience on this private Santorini tour with Michael. From start to finish, he went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for us. He tailored the itinerary exactly to what we wanted and made the entire day feel effortless and relaxed. Michael was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and professional, and his driving made us feel comfortable and safe throughout the tour. He showed us beautiful spots around the island and made sure we got the most out of our time in Santorini. This was easily one of the highlights of our trip, and we would highly recommend this tour, especially with Michael as your guide!
A great five hour tour
Dreamer56373494096,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is one of the best tours we’ve done in any country.Thanos was a great tour guide show us all the hidden spots. We were late getting to our meeting spot by an hour, but still took his time with us showed us the whole island. I would highly recommend this tour and tour guide. It felt like we knew his family by the end of the tour had so much information to pass on to us.
The highlight of our trip to Santorini
S6019XHpatricial,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did this tour with Mike and it was honestly the highlight of our trip to Thira (Santorini). Mike is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. He brought us to so many amazing places and gave us so much information about Santorini. The scenery we got to see was spectacular. He was great with the kids and he was happy to bring us anywhere we wanted to go. It was a really relaxing and memorable experience for my whole family. I would highly recommend everyone do this tour.
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