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Semi-Private Shore Excursion

Water Transfer from Old Port – Avoid the cable car

Semi-Private Shore Excursion

Water Transfer from Old Port – Avoid the cable car

🕐 0h 30m
👥 Up to 20 guests
⭐ Easy

Overview

Skip the crowds and step ashore in style. Our water taxi service collects you directly from the Old Port and whisks you to Ammoudi Bay, with a personal representative ensuring a seamless transfer every step of the way.

1. Booking Confirmation Once you complete your booking, a member of our team will contact you to confirm all necessary details. This service is time-sensitive, so prompt and accurate responses are greatly appreciated.

2. Arrival at the Old Port On the day of your arrival, your cruise ship will tender you to the Old Port of Santorini. Please confirm in advance that your ship is scheduled to tender at the Old Port—otherwise, this service will not be applicable.

3. Meet Our Representative At the Old Port, our representative will greet you holding a sign with your name and guide you to the correct water taxi for a smooth boarding process.

4. Important Timing Note Occasionally, due to heavy port traffic, your cruise ship's tender may be delayed by up to 20 minutes. We do our best to minimize disruption and kindly ask for your understanding.

5. Water Taxi Transfer The water taxi will take you to Ammoudi Bay. From there, you can arrange your own onward transportation or choose from our available transfer options, if needed.

Highlights

  • Skip the crowds and step ashore in style. Our water taxi service collects you directly from the Old Port and whisks you to Ammoudi Bay, with a personal representative ensuring a seamless transfer every step of the way.

📍 Tour Itinerary

Old Port - Cruise Port 1
Old Port - Cruise Port

At the Old Port, you will be greeted by our representative holding a sign with your name. They will guide you to the correct water taxi and ensure a smooth boarding process.

· ⏱ 10 min
Amoudi Bay 2
Amoudi Bay
Oia Village 3
Oia Village

Oia is the most famous village, renowned for its whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches, and breathtaking views over the caldera. Built along the cliffs on the northern tip of the island, it offers some of the most iconic scenery in Greece.

Fira McDonalds 4
Fira McDonalds
Ammoudi Bay 5
Ammoudi Bay
Old Port - Cruise Port 6
Old Port - Cruise Port

✅ What's Included

  • Personal representative who will coordinate the process.
  • Water taxi services
  • Transfer Service to Oia

🎒 What to Bring / Know Before

Please pack comfortably for the tour.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy. Your refund depends on the payment option chosen at checkout. Pay in Full: 95% refund if cancelled at least 7 days before the tour; no refund within 7 days. Pay Deposit: 95% of the deposit refunded if cancelled at least 24 hours before; no refund within 24 hours (any unpaid balance is simply not charged).

Rescheduling: free of charge, subject to availability. Cruise passengers: 100% refund — regardless of payment option — if your ship arrives late, changes its arrival date, skips the port, or the cruise is cancelled.

Read the full Cancellation Policy & Terms →

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📍 Old Port (Water Taxi)
Pickup for this tour is fixed — no selection needed.
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Total Price: €130.00

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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.

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