Top Santorini Historical Tours

See an idyllic Oia sunset from the Kastro  — the Venetian castle ruins atop Santorini. Take a break from Santorini’s beaches as a professional guide whisks you away for the day. You'll discover the archaeological site at Akrotiri (admission at own expense) and learn the significance of these Minoan excavations as you stroll along its main street. Then enjoy free time to explore Santorini’s beautiful village Emporeio, before watching the sun descend over the Mediterranean Sea.

Spend a full day discovering Santorini’s ancient history, local culture, and famous views on this great-value highlights tour. Explore the Santorinian villages, visit the Red Beach, swim at the black-sand Perissa Beach, take in panoramic views from Prophet Elias Monastery, and learn details about the wine heritage of the island. Finish the day with an unforgettable sunset from Oia village.

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.

Indulge a love of wine and discover the secrets of Santorini’s volcanic varieties on a 4-hour wine tour. Visit three family-owned wineries, hear about their production processes, and enjoy tastings at each, including wines from the barrel, alongside local snacks. Learn about Santorini’s indigenous grapes and unique vine-growing methods, and admire the island’s scenery as you taste and explore. 12 to 15 wine tastings, plus round-trip transport from central hotels and Santorini port included.

Discover the best of Santorini on a private 4-hour tour with an informative driver. Settle into an air-conditioned vehicle and witness everything from the island’s whitewashed villages to its spectacular coastline, with a flexible itinerary tailored for you. Depending on your preferences, admire the sparkling caldera from the cliff-perched village of Oia; visit the mountaintop Prophet Ilias Monastery; explore the former capital of Pyrgos, and stop at a traditional winery to learn about Santorini’s wines. Choose a morning or afternoon departure with included hotel or port pickup and drop-off.

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.

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.

Explore Santorini's most important landmarks with this 7 hours trip. Experienced staff. Small groups offering a memorable experience.

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.

Tailor made tour is unique experience,you can see secret spots and real stories about the culture and the habbits of genuine inhabitants. All tours are carried out by a local Greek professional and friendly guide who grew up on Santorini and knows all the island very well. We use a new luxury and air-conditioned Mercedes - Mini Van for the tour.

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.

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.

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.

Experience Santorini’s nature and history on this all-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, explore Akrotiri, a well-preserved Bronze Age settlement buried in ash nearly 3,600 years ago in a volcanic eruption. Then head to the cliffside village of Oia and admire a magnificent sunset—along with the famous Blue Dome Church, Prophet Elias Monastery, and other sites.

Dip into ancient ruins and volcanic wines on this variety-packed tour of Santorini. With an expert guide, venture to the Akrotiri Santorini archaeological site to explore the semi-crumbled buildings and relics buried here by volcanic ash 3,600 years ago. Then, visit traditional wineries and taste several varietals, all defined by the island’s mineral-rich soils. This tour is limited to eight travelers to ensure a small-group, personalized experience.

Raise a glass to Santorini’s historic wine culture during this 5-hour tasting excursion and investigation of all things Greek wine. Visit three of the island’s top wineries for tasting sessions, adding to your local wine knowledge as you learn about the island’s long history of viticulture, its preferred wine styles, and historic winemaking techniques.

Take your Santorini visit to new heights during this 9-hour offering access to the island’s eye-popping views, outdoor adventures, and architecture. Admire the jaw-dropping scenery from the island’s highest point and see the 16th-century monastery of Saint Elias. You’ll also journey by boat to the nearby islands of Nea Kameni, Palea Kameni and Thirassia.

Santorini’s South Side is home to some charming villages that stop to your half-day tour. Beginning from Pyrgos village, the first capital of the island where you can see the ruins of an old Venetian castle. Ascending the mountain of Prophet Elias, you will be speechless by the magnificent view waiting to be photographed. Next, you will explore the whitewashed village of Megalochori with the most amazing colorful wooden doors on the island. Take photographs of the Red and Black beach, the traditional windmills, the castles and more.

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.

Whether you have limited time to explore Santorini or you’ve just arrived and want to get to know the island better, this full-day, small-group tour is a great way to discover some Santorini highlights without worrying about the time or the crowds. Drive around the island with your guide, stopping at beaches, villages, and lookouts along the way. End the day with a visit to the coastal village of Oia to watch the sunset over the village’s iconic blue-domed houses.

Enjoy the island any way you want with a customizable, private 5-hour shore excursion by luxury minibus. Meet your driver off your Fira port, hotel,airport, athinios port and enjoy a tour with a flexible itinerary. Perhaps explore the Minoan ruins at Akrotiri, visit the mountaintop Mount Elias Monastery, sample the cliffside bars of Fira, visit a winery, or ogle the caldera views from Oia. Explore at your preferred pace, and if you wish, take time out relaxing at one of Santorini’s gorgeous beaches — your choice! Choice of several departures throughout the day Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences

Get more out of your time in Santorini by going on a private tour of the island. You’ll save hours researching highlights by having a full itinerary organized for you, and you won’t have to book transport as pickup and drop-off is included. See the picturesque village of Oia, drive through the main town of Fira, and visit the archaeological site of Akrotiri.

If you are planning to visit Santorini by cruise ship, this is the perfect small group tour for you. During 6 hours you get to stroll through traditional villages, sip the famous wines of the island and marvel at the great views from Oia.

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!