--- title: Santorini Private Full-Day Tour – Customizable Island Experience lang: en type: tour city: Santorini country: Greece price: 200 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 241 duration_minutes: 360 duration_max_minutes: 420 languages: [el, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 2 of 77 (Island Sightseeing Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/santorini-private-full-day-tour-customizable-island-experience/ --- # Santorini Private Full-Day Tour – Customizable Island Experience **Guidekin's take:** A private tour for your party can combine Oia, Akrotiri, Red Beach and Pyrgos on a route tailored to your interests. Van travel, pickup and water are included; site entry and wine tastings cost extra, and the driver cannot guide inside the Excavations. 5 from 241 reviews at €200 per person for 6h–7h. In our comparison: #2 of 77 in Island Sightseeing Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Experience an overview of Santorini with a private tour especially focused on the basic attractions of the island. Embrace the scenic views and the postcard blue domed churches in Oia, Visit the ancient town of Akrotiri, one of the most important pre-historic sites in Greece. Continue with a photo stop at the red beach followed by a stroll to the picturesque village of Pyrgos. During your trip sample indigenous wines varieties in a cliff side winery, overlooking the magnificent caldera of Santorini. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 15 start times: between 08:00 and 15:00 - Food not included: Wine tasting in Santo Wines Winery… - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €200 per person - Duration: 6h–7h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 241 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Santorini Road Trips - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Greek, English - Start times: 15 start times between 08:00 and 15:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 5.0 from 241 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 241 of 241. - 5 stars: 241 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise flexible routes and knowledgeable, considerate guides; popular stops can still be crowded. **Praised:** - Routes adapted to personal interests and preferred pace - Clear explanations of island history and local life - Considerate support for travellers with limited mobility - Guides find photo spots and help with pictures - Local knowledge helps time visits around crowds **Complaints:** - Popular stops can still have heavy crowds and congested walkways Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2026-04-20 to 2026-10-30); last checked 2026-11-08. ## What's included - Hotel/Port/Airport Pick up & Drop off - Guaranteed on-time drop-off for cruise passengers with timely return to port - Bottled water - Experienced local driver/guide - Private transportation by air-conditioned & deluxe van - Maps & live commentary ## Not included - Cable Car Tickets for Cruise Passengers (Optional) - Archaeological Sites & Museums (optional visits) - Wine tasting in Santo Wines Winery (optional visit) ## Itinerary 1. **Oia's Main Street** (1h 15m) - After a convenient pick up head to the northern part of the island and embrace the best of Oia village. Unique in every way with the most spectacular sunset, iconic blue domed churches, scenic pathways and stunning views. One of the most photographed places in Greece, Oia is... 2. **Akrotiri Archaeological Site** (1h) - (Optional visit) Explore Akrotiri Archaeological Site and go back into time to marvel the secrets and wonders of this lost ancient city. This 4000 year old Bronze age settlement prospered for centuries before being eradicated by a great volcanic eruption. Eventually it was... 3. **Red Beach** (30m) - Afterwards see the Red beach, the most unique natural beach of the island, where red is the dominant color. Take amazing pictures of the enormous volcanic rocks and the steep hills that create a captivating wild scenary. This wonderful volcanic landscape will capture your... 4. **Pyrgos** (30m) - Discover Pyrgos village, the old capital of Santorini, known as the island’s “historic monument”. Built on the top of a hill, this settlement holds a 16th century Venetian castle. A charming location to wander around, built by the locals to fortify the area into small alleys... 5. **Santo Wines** (1h) - (Optional visit) Santorini is well known for its long wine-making tradition. The island is covered with vineyards and its volcanic soil and unique climate gives a special flavor to the grapes. Stop at a cliff side winery and enjoy the most personalized wine experience by... 6. **Santorini** (pass by, no stop) - Enjoy a 7-Hour private journey on a deluxe and comfortable vehicle. Your experienced local driver/guide will pick you up at the time and place of your choice and share his knowledge of Santorini’s culture, traditions and curiosities. Your private experience with us will be... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 15 start times between 08:00 and 15:00 - 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 - Service animals allowed - 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 - Your guide/driver is not allowed to guide within the Excavations. You may hire one of the licensed guides in Archaeology provided by the site - Children must be accompanied by an adult - Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time - The itinerary can be customized to suit your preferences ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €400 | €200 | | 4 | €480 | €120 | | 6 | €630 | €105 | 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 · #2 of 77** | €200 | 6h–7h | 5.0 (241) | 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 | | [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 | | [5-hour My Santorini Private Guided Tour](/greece/santorini/tours/5-hour-my-santorini-private-guided-tour/?format=md) | €200 | 5h | 5.0 (162) | private | Ranked #2 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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