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Private Island Tour

6H-Private Tailor-Made Tour : Explore Santorini with Comfort & Style

Private Island Tour

6H-Private Tailor-Made Tour : Explore Santorini with Comfort & Style

🕐 6h
👥 Up to 18 guests
⭐ Easy
🍼 Stroller / pram accessible
🚏 Public transportation nearby
👶 Infant seats available

Overview

A fully personalized 6-hour private tour of Santorini's most iconic highlights, travelling in comfort and exclusivity with a dedicated driver and guide - entirely at the guest's own pace and preferences.

Guests experience Santorini in true comfort and exclusivity with a 6-Hour Private Tailor-Made Tour, designed for those who value seamless service and refined travel.

From the moment of pickup, guests travel in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated private driver and guide. Whether they wish to explore iconic destinations, admire breathtaking caldera views, wander through traditional villages or enjoy a curated wine tasting - the itinerary is fully personalized to their pace and preferences, ensuring a smooth and truly unforgettable island experience.

Why cruise guests love it:

  • Easy pickup - met at the top of the cable car with a sign, no confusion, no waiting
  • Flexible timing - cruise running late? The schedule adjusts accordingly
  • Optional water taxi - skip the cable car lines with a fast, scenic VIP transfer

Popular highlights guests may choose to include:

  • Oia - iconic blue domes, whitewashed houses and stunning caldera views
  • Firostefani & the Three Bells of Fira - Santorini's most photographed viewpoint overlooking the volcano
  • Imerovigli - the "Balcony of the Aegean" with dramatic cliffside panoramas
  • Prophet Elias Monastery - the island's highest point with spectacular 360° views
  • Megalochori - a charming traditional village with authentic Cycladic character
  • Pyrgos - a historic hilltop village with panoramic island views and a peaceful traditional atmosphere
  • Akrotiri Archaeological Site - the "Pompeii of the Aegean," a prehistoric city preserved under volcanic ash
  • Perissa Beach - famous for its unique volcanic black sand shores
  • Red Beach - striking red cliffs and crystal-clear waters, one of Santorini's most dramatic landscapes

📍 Tour Itinerary

1
Three Bells of Fira

Santorini's most photographed viewpoint overlooking the volcano.

2
Imerovigli

The ''Balcony of the Aegean'' with dramatic cliffside panoramas.

3
Oia

Iconic blue domes, whitewashed houses and stunning caldera views.

4
Megalochori

A charming traditional village with authentic Cycladic character.

5
Prophet Elias Monastery

The island's highest point with spectacular 360° views.

6
Emporio

A medieval fortified village, one of Santorini's best-kept secrets.

7
Perivolos Black Beach

Famous for its unique volcanic black sand shores

✅ What's Included

  • English-speaking driver/guide
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Wi-Fi on board – Stay connected throughout the journey

❌ Not Included

  • Gratuities (Optional and not included)
  • Entry/Admission fees (Tickets to museums/attractions are not included)
  • Food & drinks (Meals and additional refreshments are not included)
  • Cable car tickets (for cruise passengers)
  • Water taxi service (optional)

🎒 What to Bring / Know Before

  • Comfortable shoes suitable for cobblestone paths
  • Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat to stay protected under the Greek sun
  • Swimsuit and towel for beach visits (weather permitting)
  • A light jacket or layer for cooler evenings or unexpected breezes
  • A camera or phone to capture the breathtaking views
  • Light, breathable clothing for daytime comfort

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled tour time are eligible for a full refund minus a 3% cancellation fee.
Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour, as well as no-shows, are non-refundable.

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Why Choose VIP Santorini for Your Luxury Tours?

Premium Experiences

Private and semi-private tours with curated routes and exclusive stops. We go beyond standard sightseeing - every detail is tailored to your pace and interests.

Local Experts & Tailor-Made Tours

Guided by passionate Santorinians who know every story and secret. George, Dimitris, Nicolas, Lisandros and Cristos create flexible itineraries around your schedule, interests and cruise or flight times.

Comfort, Safety & Style

Travel in air-conditioned premium SUVs and minivans with door-to-door service, help with reservations and insider tips so you can relax and enjoy Santorini from the moment you arrive.

Flexible Schedules

Morning, sunset, or custom start times - we work around your plans, whether you're arriving by cruise ship, ferry or flight. Your time on the island, your way.

Hidden Gems & Iconic Views

See the postcard-perfect blue domes and caldera sunsets, plus the island's lesser-known beaches, villages and wineries that most visitors never discover.

Award-Winning Service

Trusted by hundreds of guests with consistent 5-star ratings across TripAdvisor, Google and partner platforms for professionalism and attention to detail.

What Our Guests Say

★★★★★ 5.0 • 1,319+ Reviews

★★★★★ TripAdvisor

"Awesome complete tour of Santorini — We had an epic time in Santorini with a fantastic tour guide, Dimgeeitris Andrianopoulos!! You can contract him through Patty Zesut at Exemplary Travel Advi…"

Lisa T
★★★★★ TripAdvisor

"Best driver — I have used the vip transfers for all my trips to Santorini and I am always satisfied! George is the best driver! Polite punctual and always helpful!"

ArtemisA80
★★★★★ TripAdvisor

"FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE — Our excursion was AMAZING. GEORGE our tour guide was FANTASTIC.....His knowledge of the island, safe driving, great photography and FUN sense of humor was the perfect day…"

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★★★★★ Google

"We booked a private tour of Santorini from our cruise ship, and Pavlina was our driver. It was a last minute, same day booking, and it could not have been better from start to finish! It was our fi…"

Rose Rosenthal 5 months ago
★★★★★ Google

"Our experience in Santorini was absolutely unforgettable, thanks to our incredible tour guide, Pavlina. From the moment the tour began, their warmth, professionalism, and deep knowledge of the isla…"

Marisa Sierra 2 weeks ago
★★★★★ Google

"Nikos was an excellent guide. We did a 6 hour tour with him around Santorini and he showed the best way to see the island. We skipped every line and saw every amazing view. Nikos speaks English wel…"

Eric Dyer a month ago
★★★★★ Project Exp.

"Our guide met us exactly where we expected. He drove us all around Santorini, beginning with a visit to Oia. There are a lot of stairs made of stone and a couple in our group decided not to go down…"

Betty October 2025
★★★★★ TripAdvisor

"Wonderful transfer & tours company! — Excellent transfer service. This company was waiting for us at the airport and delivered us quickly to our hotel. I booked them back to the airport as …"

10lizy
★★★★★ TripAdvisor

"I mean Santorini is absolutely breathtaking! It is with no doubt why this place get so much recognition, you will understand once you set foot there! Our tour guy was Lisandro, great company and ve…"

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★★★★★ Google

"Amazing trip our guide knew exactly what he was doing where to take us and was very professional Give us the choice of having walks alone if we wanted. He was very knowledgeable and took us to som…"

Clare A 3 weeks ago
★★★★★ Project Exp.

"We had a great time in Santorini. Dimitris, our guide and driver was very friendly, knowledgeable and effective. Great service and experience."

Julien September 2025
★★★★★ TripAdvisor

"Treated like VIP’s all the way! — George was absolutely the best tour guide we could have asked for! He took us all around Santorini and took us to some hidden gems that only locals would know …"

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About Our Santorini Tours

VIP Santorini designs private and small-group tours for guests who want a relaxed, well-organized way to discover the island. Each itinerary is built around comfort, timing, and local insight, so you can enjoy Santorini's best-known landmarks and quieter corners without the rush of big groups.

Our tours cover a wide range of interests, from classic sightseeing and shore excursions to wine experiences, hidden villages, and scenic photo stops. With professional, English-speaking driver-guides and modern, air-conditioned vehicles, you can move easily between locations and focus on the views, not the logistics.

If you'd like to learn more about our team and the standards behind every tour, visit our About Us page.

Places You'll Love in Santorini

A selection of our favorite villages, viewpoints, and beaches you can explore on your VIP Santorini tour.