Top Santorini Art & Culture

Capture your visit to one of Europe’s most photogenic places with a private walking tour and photo shoot in Santorini. Stroll though the island’s picturesque villages while a professional photographer snaps photos of you and your friends or family against a backdrop of white-washed homes, blue roofs, and striking caldera views. Within 48 hours, receive shareable digital images in an online gallery.

Santorini wears its rich history on its sleeve, with medieval buildings, Ottoman villages and weathered ruins all over the island. Rather than dealing with the hassle of organising your own transport, you can discover the island’s history and its vibrant modern culture on this tour around four of its southernmost villages. Visit the villages of Pyrgos, Megalochori and Emporio and Akrotiri excavations before ending your trip at a family-owned winery in Akrotiri, where you can sample their family wines and organic produce while watching the sunset over the Aegean Sea.

Capture the beauty of Santorini on this private photography tour accompanied by a professional photographer. Choose from a variety of tours such as the 2-hour sunrise Golden Hour tour, the half- or full-day expedition tour, the Night Sky expedition, or and black and white photo session. Learn proper techniques to capture the perfect photos of your trip to the Greek islands and explore some of the landmarks of Santorini.

New to Santorini? Be introduced to this spectacular Aegean island on a private morning or afternoon tour, with a local guide. With a flexible itinerary customized to your interests, call at the clifftop village of Oia to admire its castle, cave-like houses and breathtaking caldera views. Visit the mountaintop Prophet Elias monastery, sample the monks’ hand-crafted products, and explore Pyrgos, the picturesque former capital, as your guide shares insider tips and facts about Santorini’s history and geology. Conclude by tasting some Santorinian wines at a stunning cliffside winery.

Prophet Elias Monastery – Megalochori village – Akrotiri Excavations – Red Beach - Perivolos Beach – Last stop for wine tasting With this tour you will visit the traditional villages of Santorini, charming monasteries, great beaches and the famous Akrotiri excavations. You will admire amazing views and learn about the history of the island.

See Santorini’s highlights quickly on this tour from Fira. See the charming village of Oia, with its white houses and scenic terraces set on the cliffside over the blue waters of the caldera, along with the picturesque towns of Pyrgos and Megalochori. First-time visitors can get an overview of the island, including a wine tasting, and because it’s a small-group tour, receive plenty of personal attention.

With this full day tour, you won’t need a crystal ball (or a guidebook) to find Santorini’s historical and cultural highlights. Skip the crowded tour buses and strangers getting in your postcard-perfect photos; explore the island in a small group, getting around in an air-conditioned minivan. Visit remarkable Venetian castles in Emporio and Akrotiri, marvel at the ocean views from Firostefani and Skaros Rock, and watch the sunset over the picturesque village of Oia.

Explore Santorini’s most iconic landmarks on this private trip. Visit the island’s highest peak, the Red and Black beaches, small villages and family farms, the Akrotiri Lighthouse, and the famous village of Oia. For the afternoon departure, spend the day soaking up the atmosphere of the island and admiring the views of the Aegean Sea before ending the tour with a beautiful sunset in the village of Oia.

This half-day tour takes you to several Santorini neighborhoods including Firostefani, Finikia, Imerovigli, and Oia. Visit popular sightseeing and photo destinations like the Blue Dome, Skaros Rock, the Santorini caldera, and Oia Castle, which is considered one of the best places on the island to view the sunset. Along the way, learn about island life and history from your local guide.

A photoshoot in Santorini is unlike any other. Not because of where it is, but because of what it is.Santorini is a magical place. You can feel it when you’re there and you can read it in a photograph.  Who are photo sessions for? Couples, family, friends and solo travellers. Whether you want to capture your love for each other, your love for the island or both, I’ll help tell your story in a series of intimate, personal shots.  This session includes Imerovigli (which also happens to be Santorini’s best) at a high point of the island looking out onto the volcano and cliff-spilling buildings.  Who’s taking the photos? Me, Konstantina!  I’m a professional portrait and landscape photographer who specialises in telling stories through photography. I also happen to live on Santorini Island (lucky me, right?). Which means I know the most picturesque spots with the best natural light to capture stunning photos whilst give you an insider's view of the island.   It's a win-win. :-)

Of all the islands in the Mediterranean, Santorini is one of the most photogenic. This photo safari tour takes travelers from sight to sight for a combination of well-known attractions and hidden gems. With stops at all of the island’s most picturesque locations, this is the perfect tour for amateur and experienced photographers alike.

Experience the best of Santorini in one day on this excellent-value round-island trip. Travel in air-conditioned comfort to breathtaking viewpoints, traditional villages, volcanic beaches, and to the island’s Wine Museum where you’ll enjoy a tasting of local varietals. Soak up views from the Monastery of Profitis Ilias and finish up in time to catch the sunset in Oia.

Delve into beautiful south Santorini on a 5-hour private tour, with a personal guide and driver. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan, venture into the island’s south to experience its epic scenery, archaeological relics, villages and delicious wine. Visit the Minoan site at Akrotiri, the remnants of a town dating from 1450 BC; see the rust-colored cliffs of Red Beach, and admire windmills, ruined castles and the mountaintop Monastery of the Prophet Ilias. Learn about Santorini’s history and culture on route, and end by tasting some delicious local wines at a winery.

Take a break from sightseeing in Santorini to nourish your body with the natural elements of the Dead Sea and essential oils. This ultimate couples spa package starts with an hour of relaxation in a private jacuzzi and sauna, followed by a 100-minute face and body wrap using mineral-rich Dead Sea mud. Finish on a fragrant note with a 20-minute face and body aromatherapy massage.

Step back nearly 4,000 years on a private 3-hour tour of ancient Akrotiri on Santorini. With a knowledgeable private guide, explore the well-preserved ruins of this one-time Minoan settlement, destroyed by a volcano in around 1450 BC. Inspect the excavated houses and buildings, see the remnants of kitchens and drainage systems, and hear about the vivid frescoes that once graced the walls. Learn about the long-ago inhabitants, how their town was buried under ash, and how Minoan society and culture was far ahead of mainland European civilization at the time.

Discover the Santorini behind the tourist spots on this 4-hour private off-road tour. After pickup, leave the island’s most celebrated attractions behind to explore its off-the-radar gems. Visit a little-known beach for an optional swim, see a secret cave church, meet locals, and sample culinary delicacies and homemade wines. Includes food and drink tastings, a choice of departure times, plus pickup and drop-off at your Santorini hotel or anywhere near the cruise port.

Save hours researching where to spend an evening in Santorini by going on this small-group evening tour. You won’t have to organize transport as pickup and drop-off is included. Stop off at a scenic spot near Oia Castle to view the sunset and learn about the island’s history along the way. You won’t have to worry about being rushed as there will be time to explore the alleyways and go shopping. After Oia, you’ll discover the wonderful bars and sights of Fira.

On this VIP tour of Santorini, you’ll enjoy a personalized, half-day introduction to the stunning Greek island by private, luxury vehicle. Stroll through Oia’s postcard-perfect streets, stop at a traditional winery for a taste of local labels, and marvel at panoramic views from Prophet Elias chapel. Tours include door-to-door port, airport, or hotel transfers.

Capture the stunning blues, whites, and pastel sunsets of Santorini on this private photography tour through the village of Oia. Get tips from your photographer-guide and then head out to find hidden gems and key landmarks for creative shots. This tour is ideal for photography enthusiasts of all skill levels and is a great way to get beautiful shots of your time in Greece.

Santorini Classic Highlights Tour is an all-day pure Santorini experience that you can’t miss! Joining this tour you will discover an authentic Santorinian villages, details about the wine heritage of the island, amazing caldera landscapes and volcanic beaches, and you will have the opportunity to enjoy your lunch by the sea escorted by an English and Spanish speaking guide. The Santorini Classic Highlights Tour concludes with Santorini’s most treasured moments as we will take you to the village of Oia to enjoy the magnificent sunset! Embark on a tour that will take you only to the best of Santorini!

Take a break from your sightseeing when you book a pampering, private spa session in Santorini. Pick from multiple daily start times, and make your own way to the luxuriously appointed Santorini Zen Spa. Upon arrival, enjoy a fresh fruit platter and herbal tea. Your package includes a 30-minute deep-tissue or relaxing massage; hour-long access to the Jacuzzi, sauna, and other spa facilities; plus a 10% discount on any additional treatments.

Go from caldera to cloud-piercing peaks with this Santorini shore excursion that leaves from Fira. Led by a private guide, the tour includes a visit the famous Santorini caldera — a half-submerged volcano — as well as a trip to the Monastery of Profitis Ilias, perched on Santorini’s highest mountain. Sample local produce that’s grown by the monks and enjoy a wine tasting at a volcanic vineyard. Then spend time in the idyllic village of Oia before your return to Fira.

Enjoy a day of discovery on Santorini island on this tour from Fira. With an itinerary that covers all the must-see sights, the tour lets you find your own favorite spots on the island. Visit the volcanic Red Beach, Akrotiri Archaeological Site, a winery, the Prophet Elias Monastery, and then finish on a high note as you watch the sun slip into the sea from Oia village. A tasting of Santorini’s distinctive wine is included.

Enjoy a fuss-free visit to the Lost Atlantis Experience in Megalochori on Santorini by prebooking admission. Save time by reserving your ticket before you travel, and experience the museum’s digital displays on the mythical lost city, believed by some to be connected to Santorini. Relive Atlantis’ believed destruction in a 9D experience, explore interactive dioramas, see holographs of Santorini through the ages, and more; all in your own time.