Santorini Shore Excursion: Private Tour with Tender Port Pickup
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Make the Most of Your Time in Santorini
A flexible private tour designed around you — perfect for cruise passengers, hotel guests, or day visitors.
Why Choose Us
Local Experts Who Know Santorini Inside Out
We take you beyond the tourist spots to hidden gems, local favorites, and secret viewpoints.
Travel in Comfort & Style
Relax in our air-conditioned Mercedes SUV with WiFi and complimentary bottled water — clean, spacious, and stress-free.
Designed for Cruise Guests
Easy Pickup: We meet you right at the Old Port with a sign showing your name — no confusion, no waiting.
Skip the Cable Car: We can coordinate a private water transfer to Ammoudi Bay, so you avoid the cable-car queue entirely — fast and scenic.
Flexible Timing: Ship delays? No problem — we adjust to your schedule.
Your Tour, Your Way
Iconic Oia, quiet beaches, ancient ruins, local wineries, or authentic villages — we tailor everything to you.
Relax. Explore. Enjoy Santorini — hassle-free.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cruise ship passengers: Please provide ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time. Pickup is at the old port -tender port.
Hotel guests: Pickup is available from all hotels and Airbnbs on Santorini. If your location is not directly accessible by vehicle, we will arrange a nearby pickup point within short walking distance.
Airport/Ferry arrivals: Pickup is from the arrivals terminal. Please provide flight or ferry details during booking.
Delays due to cruise tendering or cable car lines are common — we are flexible and will adjust your tour start time accordingly, as long as you stay in touch.
What To Expect
Three Bells of Fira
The Three Bells of Fira, officially known as the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, is one of Santorini’s most iconic sights. Located in the quaint village of Firostefani, just outside Fira, this charming church features a striking blue dome that contrasts beautifully with the whitewashed walls and the deep blue Aegean Sea. Its bell tower, with three bells, stands proudly against the sky, making it a favorite spot for photos and a perfect stop on a private tour of Santorini. Perched on the edge of the caldera, the church offers breathtaking views of the volcanic cliffs, the vast caldera, and the islands that make up this unique volcanic archipelago. From this vantage point, you’ll enjoy a panoramic scene that captures the essence of Santorini’s beauty and history. Visiting the Three Bells of Fira allows you to experience the island’s iconic landscapes and serene church architecture in one unforgettable spot.
Imerovigli
Imerovigli, often called the "balcony to the Aegean," is a serene village perched high on the cliffs of Santorini’s caldera, offering some of the most breathtaking views on the island. Known for its peaceful ambiance and traditional whitewashed buildings with iconic blue domes, Imerovigli is a must-visit for those seeking a quieter escape with stunning scenery. The village is famous for its narrow, winding paths that lead to charming churches and viewpoints, making it a picturesque stop on a private tour of Santorini. From Imerovigli, visitors can take in panoramic views of the volcanic caldera, the deep blue sea, and the surrounding islands. The village’s elevated location provides a unique vantage point that overlooks Skaros Rock, a historic fortress ruin that juts dramatically into the Aegean. Standing here, with the caldera stretching out below and the volcano on the horizon, you’ll experience a tranquil yet awe-inspiring scene that captures the essence of Santorini.
Options
Luxury Vehicle - Wine Tasting
Duration: 6 hours: This version covers the whole Itinerary. Wine tasting in a local Winery Luxury Mercedes Vehicle: 1-3 pax Mercedes Suv 4-7 pax Mercedes V-Class 8+ pax Mercedes Sprinter Pickup included
3 Hour -Mini Tour of Oia
Duration: 3 hours: Explore Three bells of Fira and Oia. North part: Started from Fira explore the three bells and have plenty of time to shop and get pictures in the fabulous village Oia Pickup included
4 Hour - Standard Vehicle
Duration: 4 hours: This version includes all the North part ( Oia-imerovigli-three bells) Megalochori & Heart of Santorini. Standard Modern Vehicle : 1-3 pax Modern Suv 4-8pax Mercedes Vito 9+ pax Modern Minivan Pickup included
6 Hour - Standard Vehicle
Duration: 6 hours: Full itinerary! Standard Modern Vehicle : 1-3 pax Modern Suv 4-8pax Mercedes Vito 9+ pax Modern Minivan Pickup included
5 Hour - Standard Vehicle
Duration: 5 hours: Includes: Oia Village, Imerovigli village, Three Bells of Fira, Pyrgos Village, Megalochori village and Red Beach. Standard Modern Vehicle : 1-3 pax Modern Suv 4-8pax Mercedes Vito 9+ pax Modern Minivan Pickup included
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Air -Conditioned Vehicle
Flexible pickup from Cruise port
English-speaking private driver/guide
Gratuities
Option to stop for lunch (at your expense; local favorites suggested)
Water transfer for the return to cruise port.
Water transfer upon arrival from cruise port.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
785 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Trip with ages 9-54
HAE1971,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I can't recommend this tour enough. Our guide Yannis was amazing! Very knowledgeable but more importantly so friendly and great with kids. The company was very flexible with what sites we visited including the beach! Definitely dont miss using them!
An Amazing Day
Alicia J,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing day with Elias. He taught us so much about the history of the area and took us all over the island capturing the most amazing pictures along the way! Thank you for an amazing day!
Awesome experience!
Joanne H,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an awesome experience! Our cruise ship changed the order of the stops on short notice due to a strike & this tour company graciously changed the tour I had booked to the new date we would be in Santorini. It was a wonderful way to see Santorini & our guide Paulina was fantastic! Would highly recommend!
Amazing tour! Highly recommend!!
alexbN8347UI,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00After doing some research we found this company for our family of 6 (with a toddler). From start to finish it was so easy and pleasant working with them. For tour guide we had George. Guy is a top notch. Very knowledgeable, pleasant, funny. 6 hour tour was great. He took us to the best spots on the island and knew how to avoid crowds. Very happy and would recommend them to everyone. They even had a car seat for our 4 year old. Also, price was very affordable as well!
Highly recommend this tour!
Alex B,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00After doing some research we found this company for our family of 6 (with a toddler). From start to finish it was so easy and pleasant working with them. For tour guide we had George. Guy is a top notch. Very knowledgeable, pleasant, funny. 6 hour tour was great. He took us to the best spots on the island and knew how to avoid crowds. Very happy and would recommend them to everyone. They even had a car seat for our 4 year old. Also, price was very affordable as well!
This Santorini tour is highly recommended!
Mary P,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was awesome and very knowledgeable about Santorini! We enjoyed getting to know him and had a wonderful time with him!
Way to See Santorini
Joanne A,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Dimitris was amazing. We saw the highlights of Santorini plus other places off the beaten path. He knew shortcuts and minimized our being amongst the crowds of tourists. He was a kind guide and photographer. We have over 60 photos together thanks to Dimitris. Cannot recommend enough!
Mario was amazing!! We had a five hour tour that covered all the highlights of Santorini. Excellent
Bethany M,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing positive efficient and informative experience. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. He took pictures, avoided the crowds and got us into private locations. Easy to communicate with and tailored our tour to our interests. Highly recommend this tour
Santorini private and custom tour
Inspire06886443622,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00For our first time in Santorini, I wanted a private tour to tailor the experience to my husband and me. Katerina helped us multiple times and even arranged a water taxi in the morning with instructions from the cruise port. Our guide, Mary, met us in Oia and we were able to see all the beautiful sites before the rest of the crowds arrived! She knew all of the food and secluded spots to get blue dome pictures. Mary was extremely welcoming and knowledgeable and she always found the best photo opportunities. When she realized we didn't care to sit on a beach. She arranged a wine tasting in a beautiful setting with gorgeous views! At the end, she dropped us off in Fira and told us how to find the cable car or walking steps down to the cruise port. We were able to see several smaller less crowded towns such as Pyrgos because we had her driving us in a private car. It was our most amazing day in Greece and I highly recommend Mary and VIP tours!
VIP Santorini Luxury Travel
Escape65435433436,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best day in Santorini with our tour guide Giannis. He brought us to all the must see spots and was very informative. He provided us with water throughout the day and made sure we were comfortable. Thank you Giannis for making our day in Santorini unforgettable!
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