Santorini First Impressions Private Tour

Highlights

See the famous cliff dwellings of Oia and visit a working orthodox monastery
Taste Santorini wine and learn about island viticulture at a family winery
Private guide and transport for a customized experience

Summary

Begin with pickup at your Santorini accommodation and head first to a clifftop lookout point for incredible views into the sunken caldera, where are you'll learn about the island’s volcanic formation. See the much-photographed whitewashed houses, castle, and cave dwellings of Oia village before ascending the island’s highest mountain to the Monastery of Prophet Elias. Continue to a volcanic black sand beach for a stroll or swim, and then taste some of the wine produced in Santorini’s mineral-rich soil at a family winery. Learn about the challenges and benefits of making wine on the island while enjoying views of terraced vineyards built into the cliffs. Throughout the day, enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide.

Tour info

Duration

4 hours - 5 hours

Why take this tour?

Specially designed for first-time visitors, this Santorini tour offers a customized intro history and culture. See the photogenic clifftop houses of Oia village, swim at a black sand beach, visit a mountain monastery, and taste volcanic wine. Because it’s a private tour, you’ll have plenty of time for questions, and hotel pickup and drop-off make for a hassle-free experience.

What’s included?

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Bottled water
Wine tasting on a local farm (homemade from barefoot stomped grapes)
Local guide
Private tour
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 4-5 hours
Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Santorini Experts

About operator:

Encounter the charm of this majestic island in the company of a local Santorini Experts guide and trust us in making your vacation memorable. Choose the best Santorini Tours - a private tour to keep your itinerary flexible or a small group tour with like-minded travelers.