Santorini Shore Excursion: Skip Cable Car & Port Pickup
Overview
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5 hours
Mobile ticket
Designed exclusively for cruise passengers, this time-efficient tour helps you make the most of every moment by skipping the long, hot waits for the cable car. In just five hours, you'll explore Santorini’s most stunning highlights, from the iconic villages of Oia and Firostefani to the unique shores of Perivolos Beach. Book with full confidence, as this tour offers a risk-free cancellation and a guaranteed refund if your ship bypasses the port.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please be aware that the order of the tour itinerary may be subject to change due to factors such as traffic, crowds, and unexpected circumstances. Nevertheless, we will visit all the destinations listed in the tour itinerary
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Safe professional driver
Certified English speaking guide
Optional lunch or free time at the Black-Sand Beach.
Small group tour
Full refund guarantee if your ship skips Santorini
Guaranteed timely return to the tender
Skip cable car access
Gratuity
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
What To Expect
Santorini Old Harbor
Welcome to our time-saving and hassle-free Santorini tour, designed exclusively for cruise passengers with limited time ashore. We know your time is precious, so we've crafted this experience to maximize your exploration while avoiding the long, hot waits for the cable car. As soon as you step off your cruise ship's tender, we will be waiting to pick you up—bypassing the long lines for the cable car entirely! Instead of standing in the sun, you'll enjoy a scenic and relaxing transfer with breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea and Santorini’s stunning Caldera - the perfect way to start your Santorini adventure!
Picturesque Blue Dome Santorini
Let us whisk you away to the breathtaking summit of Finikia, one of the island’s most picturesque points. From this majestic vantage, a mesmerizing panorama stretches to infinity—the glistening sea meeting the horizon, with neighboring islands dotting the view like a painted canvas.
Options
Santorini Shore Excursion: Skip Cable Car & Port Pickup
Pickup included
Reviews
50 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good tour, BUT poor van seating
Phillip F,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
3.00Tour guide Zeus was very knowledgeable and showed us the best places to see the beautiful island villages. Lunch at a very expensive, but great beach front restaurant, then back to the port. BUT. The tour was conducted with 20 people, we had to sit in the last row of the van and because it is raised 12 inches and the windows do not extend all the way to the back, we could not see anything while traveling across the island. Annoying, yes, impossible time, yes. We asked Zeus to swap our seats for the last part of the tour and it was not going to happen. I am not happy.
If you’re doing a tour on Santorini, this is it!
Rick N,
Sep 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Full day. Hits all the important selfie spots. Skips the cable car as promised. Comfortable small to medium bus. Limited time in each spot so that you can get to all the stops. Very euros for the restroom. Good tour. Definitely recommend. What made it 5 stars was the tour guide Alex and good driving by Renos (sp). They took us off of the well warn path to a part of Santorini I suspect most do not see. A tiny, traditional village where Alex lives that has the look and feel of everything you’d see in a movie or in a postcard. Absolutely beautiful. Best part, we had it to ourselves. No hustle and bustle like in some other locations (though they are beautiful as well). This made the tour for me. Would absolutely recommend especially if you can get Alex. One suggestion to the tour company, please make your location and tour guides easier to find. Wandered around the port a little before I found them.
This was my friends' and...
Don V,
Sep 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was my friends' and my first time in Santorini. I'm so glad we took this tour to see more of the island beyond the crowded streets of Oia. It was nice to get some insight into local culture and history, as well as see less busy villages. Our guide, Gina, was so much fun, and answered our endless questions. She also gave us great tips on where to get the best photos, food and wine to sample, facilities to use, etc. The ride in the air conditioned bus was comfortable, and a nice break from walking in the hot sun. I recommend this tour for anyone who has just a short time on the island, but wants to see everything they have to offer!
Amazing beach experience in Santorini
DeepNarayan D,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Viktor was an amazing guide and he suggested us a restaurant which had the most amazing food and wine. Also his descriptions about the houses and locals in Santorini was really good. Would love to get him back again as our guide.
A quick look all over
Jasprit M,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
4.00It was a good tour for a first timer to get a lay of the land. Tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly.
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