Santorini Private Custom Tour: Tailor-Made Island Experience
Overview
Available languages
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This is Santorini entirely on your terms. A private guide, a luxury vehicle, and up to 8 hours to explore the island exactly the way you want — with no fixed script, no group schedule, and no compromises.
Tell your guide what matters to you. The iconic blue domes of Oia, the prehistoric ruins of Akrotiri, the volcanic drama of Red Beach, the medieval fortress village of Pyrgos, a winery tasting, a swim at the black sand beach, a Flying Dress photoshoot, horseback riding — or any combination of the above. The itinerary is built around your interests, on the day, at your pace.
Pickup is included from your hotel, Airbnb, cruise port, or airport. Cruise ship passengers receive a guaranteed on-time return to the port.
Ideal for couples, families, honeymooners, and cruise passengers. Oia, Pyrgos, Red Beach, Akrotiri, black sand beach, winery — your Santorini, your way.
The island is yours. Where do you want to start?
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Santorini
Stop 1 — Pickup Your private guide meets you at your hotel, Airbnb, cruise port, or airport. During the drive, discuss your preferences and customize the day's itinerary to your interests.
Oia
Stop 2 — Oia Village Walk the marble-paved alleys of Santorini's most iconic village. Your guide leads you to the best vantage points over the Aegean — away from the crowds, past the world-famous blue-domed churches.
Options
Private & Tailor-Made 8+Hours
Duration: 8 hours Cold water SUV CAR/ MINI VAN Pickup included
4Hours
Duration: 4 hours Cold water Mini Van Pickup included
3Hours
Duration: 3 hours Cold water SUV CAR/ MINI VAN Pickup included
6Hours
Duration: 6 hours Cold water SUV CAR/MINI VAN Pickup included
5Hours
Duration: 5 hours COLD WATER SUV CAR/MINI VAN Pickup included
What‘s Included
Free time for shopping, dining, or coffee breaks
Private transportation
Bottled water
Admission fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional English-speaking guide/driver
Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests
Parking Fees
Personal expenses
Pickup points
Atlantis Hotel
Mitropoleos, Next to the Orthodox Cathedral Fira Greece
Santorini Airport
Greece
Canaves Oia Suites
Main Street Oia Greece
Astarte Suites
Akrotiriou - Megalochoriou Road Akrotiri Greece
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
25 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Santorini tour was fantastic thanks to Sofia!
sonofjohn5,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked someone to drive us around Santorini, but we got so much more with Sofia! She was so personable, knowledgeable, and had a great sense of humor! She took us to places that we probably would’ve missed as newbie tourists on Santorini. Our favorite was the wine, cave and tasting experience! LAMAS, SOFIA!
Santorini at its best
I807HPadrianas,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spent the day with Sophia was awesome ! We visit interesting places, had some good laughs, it was just if we were traveling with a friend! I loved Megalochori and end the day in Kamari, lovely beach! Great day!
Fantastic service!
kristinet511,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sofia was amazing, really friendly, great company and very knowledgeable. She made our trips super easy!
Memories for a Lifetime Thanks to Sofia
annate2025,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our experience with Sofia from Inspire Tours was absolutely unbelievable! She was not only our tour guide but also our driver for the entire week, and we truly couldn’t have asked for a better person to show us around the island. Sofia’s knowledge of the island is incredible. Her passion for its history, culture, and hidden gems made every outing special and memorable. She took us to the most beautiful locations, shared fascinating stories, and introduced us to places we never would have found on our own. What made the experience even more exceptional was the amount of time we spent with her throughout the week. Sofia became much more than a guide—she became our friend, our trusted local expert and a wonderful part of our trip. Her warmth, kindness, professionalism, and sense of humor made every day enjoyable and stress-free. Thanks to Sofia, we created memories that will last a lifetime. If you’re visiting the island and looking for someone to drive you, guide you, and help you experience the very best it has to offer, Sofia is the person to call. We cannot recommend her highly enough and are so grateful for everything she did to make our trip unforgettable.
Great experience with Sofia
A5937NQalexanderm,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience. Sofia was a great guide and we couldn’t have asked for a better tour. Highly recommended
The best way to check out all of Santorini!
14mikiw,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sofia was amazing!! She is very knowledgeable and showed us around whole island! We briefly thought about renting car and do it ourselves but glad we didn’t since driving on island requires more than usual driving skills. We highly recommend booking with her and just relax and enjoy!
What a Fabulous Day we had with Sofia!
annmarief980,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sofia is fantastic! My friend and I spent a half day on a Private Guided Tour with her and saw some hidden gems on the island that we never would have found on our own. From wine tasting to Red Beach... Sofia created a tour that was a really special and memorable experience. We could not recommend her more highly!
SOPHIA WAS AMAZING!!
justinperurj,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such an amazing experience with her during our time in Santorini. From the moment she picked up me and my family, she brought such great energy and made us feel welcomed right away. She was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and truly went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience possible. She showed us around the island, took us to some amazing spots, helped us find incredible food, and organized a fantastic wine tasting that ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. You could tell she genuinely cared about making our experience special, and her positive attitude made the entire day even better. If you’re visiting Santorini and want someone who is personable, professional, and knows all the best places, I highly recommend her.
Wonderful experience!
L1980FTkellyh,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sophia and her peers are absolutely amazing!! Highly recommend using her services. Very friendly and very reliable.
Perfect!
W9920ML ,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00All excellent! Very good experience!
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