--- title: "The VIP Experience: A Full-Day Private Tour" lang: en type: tour city: Santorini country: Greece price: 146 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 89 duration_minutes: 360 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 8 of 77 (Island Sightseeing Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/santorini/tours/the-vip-experience-a-full-day-private-tour/ --- # The VIP Experience: A Full-Day Private Tour **Guidekin's take:** Pair Oia and red sand beaches with prehistoric ruins on a private tour for your party. Transport with air conditioning, WiFi and bottled water are included; lunch and Akrotiri Archaeological Site entry cost extra. 5 from 89 reviews at €146 per person for 6h. In our comparison: #8 of 77 in Island Sightseeing Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview For travelers with just a few hours to explore Santorini, it can be tough to figure out what to see, since this picturesque island is packed with must-see attractions. See the best that Santorini has to offer on this private highlights tour. With a personal guide to whisk you around, you can see more in just one day from the popular village of Santorini Oia to red sand beaches and prehistoric archaeological ruins. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 08:30, 15:00: 2 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €146 per person - Duration: 6h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 89 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Santo Luxury Escape - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 08:30, 15:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 5.0 from 89 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 89 of 89. - 5 stars: 89 (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 - Bottled water - All Fees and Taxes - Air-conditioned vehicle - Local English speaking Professional driver ## Not included - Lunch - Entrance fees to Akrotiri Archaeological Site (€ 20) ## Itinerary 1. **Oia** (1h) - Our first stop will be the village of Oia, the most famous village of Santorini on the north side of the island. At this unique place, visitors can admire the historical houses which have been built in niches inside the volcanic bedrock and the blue-roofed churches. Moreover,... 2. **Firostefani** (30m) - Next stop on our tour-schedule is the village of Firostefani, the “crown of Fira”, which owes its name to its elevated position. The stunning views of Fira and the volcano from the village will stay in your memory for good. We will go on for a photo shooting visit of the... 3. **Monastery of Profitis Ilias** (20m) - Another unforgettable experience is awaiting at Profitis Ilias, once we reach the summit of Mountain Profitis Ilias (Prophet Elijah), the highest point of Santorini at an altitude of 600 meters above sea level. Here, we will explore the area of the homonymous historical... 4. **Pyrgos** (30m) - The village of Pyrgos, which is located at the foot of Mountain Profitis Ilias, will be the first traditional village of our tour. This place offers us trademark panoramic views of both sides of Santorini, while it retains features of the Venetian rule. Moreover, the... 5. **Red Beach** (30m) - The red beach in Akrotiri is undoubtedly worth a visit, given that it is a rare sight, probably unique in the whole world, where red is the dominant color. It is surrounded by steep red hills that create a captivating, wild landscape. If you stand on the top, you will see... 6. **Akrotiri Archaeological Site** (1h) - Akrotiri village is home to two historical treasures that are the main attractions of the village. One of them is the archaeological site of Akrotiri, a very important prehistoric city of the Aegean sea that is completely worth a visit. You can walk through it and see... 7. **Akrotiri Lighthouse** (20m; admission included) - This beautiful structure makes a really good target to walk to. You will be rewarded with fabulous views over the Aegean Sea and surrounding islands. 8. **Perissa Black Sand Beach** (1h) - At this point of our tour it will be our pleasure to take you for a swim at the dazzling crystal clear waters of the famous Black Beach (also known as Perissa) if you wish. This seaside area actually forms the tip of the long black sand beach of Perivolos and is, without a... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 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. ## Meeting point After disembarking from your boat follow the disembarkation procedure for cruise ships and go to the cable car which will give you a ride up to the main town of Fira. Meet your driver at the top cable car exit, where he will be holding a sign with your name written on it. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - 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 | €292 | €146 | | 4 | €376 | €94 | | 6 | €450 | €75 | 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 · #8 of 77** | €146 | 6h | 5.0 (89) | 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 #8 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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