--- title: Santorini Private Villages Tour & Akrotiri Archaeological Site lang: en type: tour city: Santorini country: Greece price: 180 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 159 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [el, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 20 of 77 (Island Sightseeing Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/santorini-private-villages-tour-akrotiri-archaeological-site/ --- # Santorini Private Villages Tour & Akrotiri Archaeological Site **Guidekin's take:** Combine Pyrgos, Megalochori and Emporio with Akrotiri Archaeological Site. A private tour for your party includes van transfers and site entry; your driver cannot guide inside the excavations. 4.97 from 159 reviews at €180 per person for 4h. In our comparison: #20 of 77 in Island Sightseeing Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Enjoy different and new destinations with an authentic and genuine experience. This 4-hour private journey will offer you a contact with the real Santorini, its culture and history. Your local guide/driver will take you to the traditional villages of Pyrgos, Megalochori, Emporio & the famous excavations of Akrotiri on a comfortable and deluxe van. Get involved with the local traditions by walking through picturesque paths, that will take you through the island's history and Greek lifestyle. Visit Venetian fortresses, learn about the unique architecture of the island and explore the famous excavations of the pre-historic town of Akrotiri. Departure time is flexible and the pick up point is organized upon your location request. Choose your own departure and enjoy a memorable trip. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 17 start times: between 08:00 and 16:00 - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €180 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.97/5 from 159 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 - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 17 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.97 from 159 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 158 of 159. - 5 stars: 156 (98%) - 4 stars: 2 (1%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value the local history, villages and flexible guiding; climbs and uneven paths can make the walks tiring. **Praised:** - Guides explain the island's history, culture and daily life - Traditional villages offer a view of life beyond the busiest tourist areas - Cave house visits give a glimpse of earlier island life - Akrotiri's ruins draw praise from travellers interested in history - Routes and pace adapt to guests' interests and mobility **Complaints:** - Village climbs, stairs and uneven paths can be tiring Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-06-14 to 2026-10-09); 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 - Free admission to Akrotiri Archaeological Site - Experienced local driver/guide - Private transportation by air-conditioned & deluxe van - Maps & live commentary ## Not included - Cable Car Tickets for Cruise Passengers (Optional) ## Itinerary 1. **Pyrgos** (45m) - Start your cultural experience with the village of Pyrgos, the oldest village in 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... 2. **Megalochori - Traditional Village** (45m) - Continue to Megalochori one of the most picturesque and quaint villages of the island with typical and classical Cycladic houses dug into the volcanic rock. The scenery includes white washed tower bells, underground caves and churches with blue domes. Stroll around the narrow... 3. **Castelli of Emporio** (45m) - Discover Emporio, the entry to another past era and the island's commercial center during the Venetian occupation. In Medieval times, the inhabitants of this village used to build their houses side by side in small quaint streets, so that they could shield themselves against... 4. **Akrotiri Archaeological Site** (1h; admission included) - 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 buried in Volcanic... 5. **Santorini** (pass by, no stop) - Enjoy a 5-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: 17 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 - 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 - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time - Children must be accompanied by an adult - Your guide/driver is not allowed to guide within Akrotiri's Excavations. You may hire one of the licensed guides in Archaeology provided by the site - The itinerary can be customized to suit your preferences ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €360 | €180 | | 4 | €472 | €118 | | 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 · #20 of 77** | €180 | 4h | 4.97 (159) | 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 #20 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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