--- title: "The Essence of Santorini: 4-Hour Customizable VIP Private Tour" lang: en type: tour city: Santorini country: Greece price: 120 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.93 reviews: 55 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 55 of 77 (Island Sightseeing Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/the-essence-of-santorini-4-hour-customizable-vip-private-tour/ --- # The Essence of Santorini: 4-Hour Customizable VIP Private Tour **Guidekin's take:** Choose Pyrgos village walks, shopping in Fira or time at a black sand beach on a private tour for your party. Hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle and bottled water are included; food and drinks cost extra. 4.93 from 55 reviews at €120 per person for 4h. In our comparison: #55 of 77 in Island Sightseeing Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Experience the charm of Santorini on a private tour to see its highlights. Traveling in a luxury, air-conditioned vehicle with an english-speaking driver you can explore the uniqueness of this Greek island by walking through the narrow streets of the traditional villages like Pyrgos, photographing the astonishing sunset of Oia, relaxing at the black sand beach or spending some time in Fira, the island’s capital, for shopping. The itinerary we have created for you has some of the places off-the-beaten-track but feel free to create your flexible route through the stations we recommend based on your interests. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 18 start times: between 07:30 and 16:00 - Food not included: Food and beverages - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €120 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 4.93/5 from 55 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Santorini Golden Key - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Start times: 18 start times between 07:30 and 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.93 from 55 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 54 of 55. - 5 stars: 52 (95%) - 4 stars: 2 (4%) - 3 stars: 1 (2%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - English Speaking driver on disposal up to 4hours - Bottled water - Pick-up & drop-off at your hotel with a premium vehicle (Luxury Car, SUV, or Minivan) ## Not included - Food and beverages ## Itinerary 1. **Profitis Ilias** (45m) - The tour begins with the visit of the highest spot of the island (567 meters) located between Pyrgos and Kamari. The Mountain's name, Profitis Ilias (Prophet Elijah), is coming from the Monastery with the same name on its peak. From this vantage point, you will enjoy a... 2. **Pyrgos** (1h) - Next stop the picturesque village of Pyrgos, built on the top of a hill, used to be until the early 1800 the capital of the island. The village is composed by traditional houses built around the Venetian Castle and small streets following the shape of the hill. The village... 3. **Firostefani** (15m) - lies to the north of Fira, the view from this part of Santorini is spectacular, offering a different perspective of the volcano. The Church of the Three Bells in Fira on Santorini is one of the most famous, photogenic and most photographed Greek Catholic churches on the... 4. **Oia** (2h) - Last but not least Oia town, scenic village on the North West edge of the Santorini built along the northern edge of the Caldera at a height of between 70 and 100 meters, known throughout the world for its quiet life and fantastic views. As seen on a billion postcards, the... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 18 start times between 07:30 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. ## Meeting point Pick Up Point is at the top cable car exit, where your driver will be holding a sign with your name written on. Ends: back at the meeting point ## 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 - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €240 | €120 | | 4 | €300 | €75 | | 6 | €360 | €60 | 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 · #55 of 77** | €120 | 4h | 4.93 (55) | 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 #55 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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