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title: "Skip Gondola lines : 6H Luxury vehicle & Local Guide excursions"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Santorini
country: Greece
price: 650
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.93
reviews: 91
duration_minutes: 360
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 12 of 15 (Shore Excursions)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/skip-gondola-lines-6h-luxury-vehicle-local-guide-excursions/
---

# Skip Gondola lines : 6H Luxury vehicle & Local Guide excursions

**Guidekin's take:** Pair a water taxi ride with an air-conditioned vehicle on a private tour for your party around Santorini. Private transport, WiFi and bottled water are included; expenses at optional stops are extra. 4.93 from 91 reviews at €650 per person for 6h.

In our comparison: #12 of 15 in Shore Excursions, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

VIP Santorini Premium Transfer and Tour services was founded in 2015. As a company we strive and aim for excellent customer service that surpasses all expectations. Travel in style, luxury & comfort for all your transportation needs. Our private VIP Drivers/Chauffeurs consist of a team of professional, discreet and courteous, with extensive knowledge of the island.

## Before you book

- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- 14 start times: between 09:00 and 15:30
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

## Key facts

- Price: from €650 per person
- Duration: 6h
- Rating: 4.93/5 from 91 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: VIP Transfers and Tours
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Start times: 14 start times between 09:00 and 15:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.93 from 91 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 89 of 91.

- 5 stars: 87 (96%)
- 4 stars: 2 (2%)
- 3 stars: 2 (2%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers value knowledgeable guides and flexible routes that avoid crowds; water taxi transfers can be rough in bad weather.

**Praised:**
- Knowledgeable guides who explain local history and culture
- Flexible routes and pacing adapted to personal interests
- Water taxi transfers that bypass the cable car queues
- Quieter stops and photo opportunities away from crowds
- Comfortable vehicles and patient attention to family needs

**Complaints:**
- Rough seas can make water taxi transfers uncomfortable
- Some found meeting points confusing, while others praised clear pickup instructions

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-08-03 to 2026-11-02); last checked 2026-11-08.

## What's included

- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Water taxi (one way or both ways)
- Air-conditioned vehicle

## Not included

- Gratuities
- Its optional stop and the expenses are not included in the price

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 14 start times between 09:00 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.

## 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

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €1300 | €650 |
| 4 | €1800 | €450 |
| 6 | €2700 | €450 |

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 Shore Excursions start at €124 per person.

## Compared with other Shore Excursions

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #12 of 15** | €650 | 6h | 4.93 (91) | private |
| [One Day in Santorini from Cruise Ship: Ultimate Island Tour](/greece/santorini/tours/one-day-in-santorini-from-cruise-ship-ultimate-island-tour/?format=md) | €150 | 4h 30m | 5.0 (59) | private |
| [Santorini 4-Hour Private Tour including Wine Tasting, Shore Excursion](/greece/santorini/tours/santorini-4-hour-private-tour-including-wine-tasting-shore-excursion/?format=md) | €180 | 30 min | 5.0 (55) | private |
| [Exclusive 3 Hour Caldera Private Tour for Cruise Ship Travelers](/greece/santorini/tours/exclusive-3-hour-caldera-private-tour-for-cruise-ship-travelers/?format=md) | €105 | 3h 30m | 5.0 (53) | private |

Ranked #12 of 15 in Shore Excursions by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €650, median €180; typical length 5h. 13 of 15 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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