--- title: Private Unseen Authentic Santorini Half Day Island Tour lang: en type: tour city: Santorini country: Greece price: 190 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 41 duration_minutes: 240 duration_max_minutes: 300 languages: [de, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 27 of 77 (Island Sightseeing Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/private-unseen-authentic-santorini-half-day-island-tour/ --- # Private Unseen Authentic Santorini Half Day Island Tour **Guidekin's take:** The central southern part of Santorini is the focus of a private tour for your party. Air-conditioned private transport is included; food, drinks and cruise cable car tickets cost extra. 5 from 41 reviews at €190 per person for 4h–5h. In our comparison: #27 of 77 in Island Sightseeing Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Unseen Authentic Santorini Half Day Shore Excursion is the perfect tour! This tour will take you to the non-crowded and non-touristy areas of the island. Located in the central southern part of Santorini, it gives you a unique and authentic experience. Discover the island's hidden gems and experience its true beauty without the hustle and bustle of crowds. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 09:30, 14:30: 2 departures a day - Food not included: The rate does not include personal… - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €190 per person - Duration: 4h–5h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 41 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: I Am Santorini by Markos - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: German, English - Start times: 09:30, 14:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 5.0 from 41 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 41 of 41. - 5 stars: 41 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Private transportation - WiFi on board - Air-conditioned vehicle ## Not included - The rate does not include personal expenses such as food, drinks, souvenirs, and gratuities. - The cable car ticket costs 6 euros per person per way. ## Itinerary 1. **Discover the old-fashioned village of Messaria located in the center of the i...** (30m) - Discover the old-fashioned village of Messaria located in the center of the island. Take a taste of authentic local life. 2. **The quaint village of Megalochori, located in the central-southern part of th...** (30m) - The quaint village of Megalochori, located in the central-southern part of the valley of Santorini, is surrounded by vineyards. Tradition and authenticity at their best! 3. **Emporio** (1h) - is a medieval village located in the southern part of Santorini. One of the oldest villages in Santorini. A truly almost non-touristy hidden gem! 4. **Vlychada Beach** (30m) - is a must, particularly for those looking to escape the crowds and experience the natural beauty of the island. It is a beautiful and secluded beach located on the southern coast of Santorini, known for its dramatic cliffs and rock formations that are made up of volcanic ash... 5. **Akrotiri** (30m) - village is located on the southwestern coast of Santorini. It is known for its ancient site and the famous red beach. 6. **Faros Market** (1h 30m) - is a small traditional family-owned store outside the Akrotiri village. It is a convenient place to find traditional local products and savor authentic local dishes prepared with love and care. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30, 14:30 - 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. ## Good to know - 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 ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €380 | €190 | | 4 | €500 | €125 | 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 · #27 of 77** | €190 | 4h–5h | 5.0 (41) | 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 #27 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. 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