--- title: Discover the Cultural Heart of Santorini with Mεliton Tours lang: en type: tour city: Santorini country: Greece price: 550 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.98 reviews: 64 duration_minutes: 240 duration_max_minutes: 300 languages: [ru, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 31 of 77 (Island Sightseeing Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/discover-the-cultural-heart-of-santorini-with-m-liton-tours/ --- # Discover the Cultural Heart of Santorini with Mεliton Tours **Guidekin's take:** Choose stops around your interests, including optional Akrotiri excavations, on a private tour for your party. Minivan transport and a driver are included, priced per group; cruise pickup is at the Cable Car exit and admission costs extra. 4.98 from 64 reviews at €550 per group/vehicle for 4h–5h. In our comparison: #31 of 77 in Island Sightseeing Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Explore Greece’s most famous island on a personalized adventure around Santorini with Meliton Tours! Alex, a native resident and founder of Meliton, has a deep passion for immersing guests in the unique wonders of his hometown and designs a customized itinerary for every group based around your interests to make sure your experience in Santorini is unique. Whether you’re traveling solo, in a pair, or as a part of a larger group, Alex will showcase stunning panoramic views, provide a comprehensive overview of the island’s rich history, and share insights into the local culture of Santorini. In addition to sharing his passion for the island, Alex doubles as a personal photographer, so you’re guaranteed to walk away with memories to last. Most importantly, Alex will make sure you know how to order a proper Greek coffee and show you where to eat and drink like a local. Don’t miss out on this incredible experience and book your tour with Meliton today! ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - 13 start times: between 09:30 and 15:30 - Food not included: Wine fees are not included, Food and… **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €550 per group/vehicle - Duration: 4h–5h - Rating: 4.98/5 from 64 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Meliton tours - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Russian, English - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 13 start times between 09:30 and 15:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.98 from 64 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 64 of 64. - 5 stars: 63 (98%) - 4 stars: 1 (2%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Only you and your Favourite people! - Bottled water - Hotel/Port/Airport Pick up & Drop off (pickup for cruise travelers is at the exit of Cable Car) - Experienced english speaking driver as your guide - Mercedes Benz Mini van Luxury car(Air-Condition) ## Not included - Tips are not included - Admission fees at Akrotiri excavations & museums (optional visit) - Wine fees are not included - Food and drinks - Optionally stop at local cafes and restaurants recommended by your private driver ## Itinerary 1. **Pyrgos** (30m) - One of the oldest villages, an aspect of view, back to the picturestic traditional villages of the past.The former islands capital with the small and magic paths gives you the opportunity to explore this amazing place until the top of Pyrgos where you can find the church of... 2. **Profitis Ilias** (30m) - Santorini's highest point where one of the most monasteries of the island is located,wich was built by two monks in 1711. There you will have the chance to try the local products of the monks,admire and take pictures of this panoramic view. 3. **Venetsanos Winery** (45m; admission included) - Venetsanos winery is located right above the port of Athinios, overlooking the magnificent caldera of Santorini. The Venetsanos family has a very long tradition of producing wine. Originally was produced for the island and subsequently, it was exported extensively to many... 4. **Imerovigli** (15m) - Located at the highest part of the Caldera. Imerovigli provides some of the best views over the Aegean and the Volcano of Santorini.Great Opportunity to take Pictures and expain the history of the island and the volcano! 5. **Red Beach** (30m; admission included) - The volcanic eruptions led to the formation of this beautiful site that is visited by many tourists every year. Its surroundings by enormous volcanic rocks, the black and red pebbles and the sand of various colors, mainly red, compose a wild scenery that attracts all the... 6. **Oia** (1h) - Optional:You can explore the town and find the three bells church with blue domes,the saint nicolas castle with astonishing view, windmills ,unique small traditional shops,small cozy atmospheric coffee places and of course restaurants with the amazing view of caldera. Captain... 7. **Three Bells of Fira iconic viewpoint** (15m) - Optional:Named after its distinctive bell tower, the church Three Bells of Fira is a Catholic church dedicated to the Dormition. It dates back to the 18th century, although various modifications have occurred throughout the years. The church had to be restored after the... 8. **Akrotiri Archaeological Site** (45m) - Optional:Explore one of Greece’s most remarkable archaeological sites, the Akrotiri Excavations. It exhibits ancient Minoan ruins, preserved under volcanic ash. It reveals a well-developed settlement complete with frescoes, pottery, and remnants of multi-story buildings,... 9. **Perissa Black Sand Beach** (30m) - The famous Volcanic "Black Beach" This severe and catastrophic eruption, not only gave a new shape to Santorini and made it the unique and gifted place that it is, but also led to the creation of its black sandy beaches that cannot be found elsewhere in the Aegean. The result... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 13 start times between 09:30 and 15:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Pickup from All Locations (pickup for cruise travelers is the Mc'Donalds near the Top of Cable Car) Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €550 | €275 | | 4 | €550 | €138 | | 6 | €550 | €92 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Island Sightseeing Tours start at €90 per person. ## Compared with other Island Sightseeing Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #31 of 77** | €550 per group | 4h–5h | 4.98 (64) | private | | [Private Classic Santorini Panorama: Visit Top Destinations](/greece/santorini/tours/private-classic-santorini-panorama-visit-top-destinations/?format=md) | €195 | 5h | 4.99 (978) | private | | [Santorini Private Full-Day Tour – Customizable Island Experience](/greece/santorini/tours/santorini-private-full-day-tour-customizable-island-experience/?format=md) | €200 | 6h | 5.0 (241) | private | | [Best of Santorini Sightseeing Guided Tour 5h](/greece/santorini/tours/best-of-santorini-sightseeing-guided-tour-5h/?format=md) | €120 | 5h | 5.0 (194) | shared | Ranked #31 of 77 in Island Sightseeing Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €750, median €163; typical length 5h. 69 of 77 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/santorini-sightseeing-tours/?format=md ## More in Santorini - All Santorini tours: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/discover-the-cultural-heart-of-santorini-with-m-liton-tours/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/?format=md