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Private Captivating Santorini Highlights Tour inc. tastings

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5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Get thrilled with the one and only Santorini by following us to all the places on the island that will turn your stay on the island into a unique, once-in-lifetime experience! Together, we’ll discover Santorini’s most photographed not-to-miss landmarks and other amazing settings through a food & drink-focused tour. Instagram spots guaranteed!

Explore the most photogenic corners of the island, immerse in the endless white-and-blue of Greek culture and wake up your taste buds with unique culinary tastes of the local cuisine – and Santorini’s globally-known wines, of course!

• Blow up your Instagram while discovering all the not-to-miss photogenic spots in Santorini
• Explore picturesque Oia and grab one of the best gelato’s on the island
• Sample local mezedes (our Greek tapas) and local microbrewery beer in the medieval Pyrgos
• Enjoy dazzling views from the Venetian lighthouse
• Join a four-glass wine tasting session with stunning views over the volcano and the Caldera

What's Included

  • Enjoy the comfort of pick-up and drop-off at your stay, the port or airport.
  • Visit one of the most famous wineries with wine tasting of 4 different wines including food pairing
  • Get personalized tips for the area's best bars and eateries.
  • Additional food and drink, souvenirs & items of a personal nature, tips & gratuities for your guide
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Meeting and Pickup

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Guests’ pickup is offered. Pick up time adjustable upon your request. We will meet you at your Santorini hotel lobby, Airbnb, cruise port or airport. Our guide will be holding a sign with your name. Please call or email us (contact information on voucher).

What To Expect

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Fira

After meeting your local guide, you’ll start your exploration of fabulous Santorini with a walk around Fira, Santorini’s capital, to spot uninterrupted views over Santorini’s Caldera while your guide shares with you some of Santorini’s most ‘explosive’ stories!
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Three Bells of Fira

Next, we’ll drive you to the most-photographed postcard location of Santorini, the captivating Blue Dome of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Church. Do not get surprised if Beyonce or Lady Gaga takes selfies next to you! Either way, capture the best photos from here and blow up your Instagram account!
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Castle of St Nicholas

Later on, we’ll move to Oia, deservedly Santorini’s most popular village due to its breathtaking setting at the edge of the steep cliff and its distinctive characteristics. Wander around charming pathways with the picturesque whitewashed buildings and click photos from local-secret viewpoints while enjoying the best handmade ice cream on the island.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Castelli of Pyrgos

Continuing our tour, you’ll head to Pyrgos, an inland village that once was Santorini’s capital. Enjoy an amazing stroll around its pastel-coloured houses, blue-domed churches, and vineyards, while through its maze of laneways, you’ll walk all the way up to the top of the village with its medieval castle and the dazzling views over the island. Afterwards, going downhill to the village, you’ll stop at a shadded spot to relax your muscles and enjoy a platter of mouthwatering mezedes with local seasonal tastes such as tomato fritters, fava, white eggplant, Apochti (cold cut), and Chlorotyri (local cheese).
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1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Akrotiri

After we'll visit the Akrotiri Lighthouse, one of the oldest lighthouses in Greece dating back to 1892, that offers captivating vistas over the island.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Venetsanos Winery

We will end our day in the best way we know, at one of the island’s most impressive wineries. Learn all about the world’s-oldest globally-known Santorini wines with the unique character and the harsh local cultivation techniques due to the distinct island’s volcanic conditions, and enjoy four glasses of local wine accompanied with a selection of local cuts and cheeses and mesmerizing views over the caldera.Before we part ways, don’t forget to tap up your local guide for more hints and tips on how to get the best out of your trip to amazing Santorini!
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • The wine tasting is allowed to participants age 18 or older because of the national alcohol restrictions. Participants under the age 18 are provided non-alcoholic beverages.
  • How you help the local community by joining this tour: - You support local farmers and help preserve Satorini’s culinary traditions by sampling food locally sourced from Santorini and nearby islands. - You visit 100% locally owned and run stores. - At least one store on your itinerary is dedicated to the preservation of locally produced crafts and edibles. - By visiting a local winery that follows traditional methods, you promote Santorini’s indigenous varieties of grapes and local ancient pruning techniques.
  • Food Allergies: Unless you suffer from multiple, combined food allergies, or unless you are a vegan, we will figure it out. Vegetarians are welcome on all tours.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Captivating Santorini Highlights Tour inc. tastings?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Enjoy the comfort of pick-up and drop-off at your stay, the port or airport.
  • Visit one of the most famous wineries with wine tasting of 4 different wines including food pairing
  • Get personalized tips for the area's best bars and eateries.
  • Taste local products such as ice cream, olives, cheeses, fava, tomato-fritters.
  • Experience the city with our passionate, English-speaking local guide.
  • Additional food and drink, souvenirs & items of a personal nature, tips & gratuities for your guide

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • The wine tasting is allowed to participants age 18 or older because of the national alcohol restrictions. Participants under the age 18 are provided non-alcoholic beverages.
  • How you help the local community by joining this tour: - You support local farmers and help preserve Satorini’s culinary traditions by sampling food locally sourced from Santorini and nearby islands. - You visit 100% locally owned and run stores. - At least one store on your itinerary is dedicated to the preservation of locally produced crafts and edibles. - By visiting a local winery that follows traditional methods, you promote Santorini’s indigenous varieties of grapes and local ancient pruning techniques.
  • Food Allergies: Unless you suffer from multiple, combined food allergies, or unless you are a vegan, we will figure it out. Vegetarians are welcome on all tours.
  • Please wear comfortable shoes for walking.
  • If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides a tip – though not compulsory – is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour.

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