Things to do in Santorini
Boat Tour Santorini80 optionsCatamaran Cruise Santorini39 optionsSantorini Sunset Cruise27 optionsSantorini Volcano Tour48 optionsSantorini Wine Tour24 optionsSantorini Snorkeling Tour10 optionsVolcano Trip Santorini25 optionsSunset Oia Sailing Cruises Santorini39 optionsSantorini Airport Transfer24 optionsSantorini Shore Excursions6 optionsSantorini Kayak Tour6 optionsAkrotiri Tours29 options
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Santorini catamaran cruise: Snorkeling, hot springs, BBQ★ 4.95 (7,958) · 5h
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Santorini snorkeling: Catamaran with Red Beach and hot springs★ 4.91 (4,212) · 5h
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5-Hour Santorini Catamaran Cruise: Volcano, Snorkeling & BBQ★ 4.81 (4,202) · 5h
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Private Santorini Tour: Fully Customizable Itinerary★ 4.99 (2,714) · 3h–12h€ 50View ›
Santorini: 12 Wine Tastings & Sunset at 3 Wineries★ 4.95 (1,925) · 4h€ 150View ›
Santorini Snorkeling Catamaran Cruise with Volcano Stops★ 4.97 (1,858) · 5h€ 136View ›
Santorini Catamaran Cruise: Greek Meal, Open Bar & Sunset★ 4.85 (1,714) · 5h€ 150View ›
Santorini wine tour: 10 tastings at 3 volcanic wineries★ 4.98 (1,530) · 5h€ 173View ›
Santorini Caldera Cruise: Volcano Hike & Hot Springs Swim★ 4.39 (1,422) · 6h€ 35View ›
Snorkeling in Santorini: Sunset Catamaran with Hot Springs★ 4.83 (1,332) · 5h€ 110View ›Top rated (10)
Santorini Airport Transfer: Private Car & Meet-and-GreetYou arrive, your driver is waiting with your name, and you're in a private car heading to your hotel within minutes — no shared rides, no queue, no surprises. The driver tracks your flight, adjusts for delays, and handles luggage while you settle in. WiFi is on board, the vehicle is air-conditioned, and the price is fixed before you land.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and the uncertainty of arranging transport after landing — the driver's direct coordination and real-time flight tracking mean you go from arrivals to your hotel without negotiating, waiting, or wondering if you're being taken the long way.
Santorini: Private Fishing Cruise, Snorkeling & BBQ LunchYou’ll join Captain Makis on his private boat for a day trip from Santorini—fishing near volcanic reefs, swimming and snorkeling in clear Aegean waters, plus a Greek BBQ lunch with local wine onboard. Expect laughter over language mix-ups and quiet moments with nothing but seabirds overhead. It’s not polished or fancy—just honest island life at sea.
Santorini Private Tour: Customize Day Oia Akrotiri Red BeachA private guided tour of Santorini where you choose the stops and the length—from a quick 2-hour loop to a full 8-hour day hitting Oia's sunsets, the Red Beach cliffs, Akrotiri's ancient Minoan ruins, Prophet Elias Monastery at the island's highest point, traditional villages like Pyrgos and Megalochori, and optional wine tastings. Hotel, port or airport pickup and drop-off are included, as is an English, Spanish or Greek-speaking guide and bottled water. Entrance fees to archaeological sites and winery tastings are optional add-ons you arrange on the day or include upfront depending on which package you book.Is it for me?Book a longer option—5, 6, or 8 hours—if you want to see both the archaeological ruins and the dramatic coastline without rushing between stops. A 2 or 3-hour tour works if you're short on time or docked on a cruise ship and need to be back by a set hour; the guide will prioritize Oia and a viewpoint to make the most of it.
Santorini: Private Day Tour Oia, Akrotiri, Pyrgos & Wine TastingYou’ll wander Oia’s iconic blue-domed lanes with a local guide, explore Akrotiri’s ancient ruins at your own pace, snap photos at Red Beach’s volcanic cliffs, stroll Pyrgos village streets, and end your private Santorini day trip tasting wine above the caldera—with pickup included and plenty of time to linger.
Santorini Wine Stories: 8 Tastings & Lunch TourSantorini Wine Stories is a 4-hour guided tour of two traditional island wineries where you taste eight wines, tour the cellars to watch production and bottling, and eat lunch with a sommelier guide in English. Pickup is included; the group stays under eight people. Minimum age is 18.Is it for me?The sommelier guide and the cellar access are what set this one apart—you're not just tasting wine, you're standing in the place where it's made and learning from someone who knows the volcanic terroir, so the eight wines make sense instead of just tasting good.
Santorini Sightseeing Tour: Oia, Monastery & Black Sand BeachA 5-hour guided sightseeing tour of Santorini covering Oia village, Prophet Elias Monastery, Firostefani's blue dome church, Megalochori's narrow streets, and Perissa Beach, with a driver-guide, hotel pickup and bottled water included. Groups stay under eight people. Minimum age is 12.Is it for me?The guide speaks English, so you'll follow the commentary comfortably if that's your language. Book this one if you want the five signature stops—Oia, the blue domes, the monastery, the traditional village and the black sand beach—without spending the day figuring out which order makes sense or how to get between them.
Private Santorini tour with guide: Akrotiri and Prophet EliasA private 5-hour guided tour of Santorini pairs a local English-speaking guide with hotel pickup and an air-conditioned minivan, letting you move between the island's iconic sites—the archaeological site of Akrotiri, the Prophet Elias Monastery at the island's peak, and the hidden gems most visitors miss—without arranging transport or deciding the stops. Admission fees to Akrotiri and any optional wineries are separate. Minimum age is 12.Is it for me?Hotel pickup means the tour starts at your door, which is essential if you're staying without a rental car or prefer not to drive on island roads—the minivan and guide handle the navigation and the stops, so you're free to focus on what you're seeing instead of where to go next.
Santorini: Sea Caves Kayak, Snorkeling & Picnic at Red BeachYou’ll paddle along Santorini’s wild southern coast with a local guide, slip into blue-lit sea caves, snorkel clear waters near Black Mountain, and share a beach picnic with fresh island produce. Expect laughter, salty skin, maybe a leap off White Beach rocks—and memories that stick long after you rinse off the sand.
Santorini: Private Island Panorama Tour with Beach & SunsetYou’ll wander Santorini’s whitewashed villages with a local guide, taste wine made by monks atop Prophet Elias mountain, feel volcanic sand between your toes at Perissa Beach, and watch Oia’s sunset in hushed company. Every stop brings small surprises—cats napping in alleys or laughter over grilled octopus—and you’ll leave with more memories than photos.
Santorini Private Tour: Island Sightseeing Half-DayA private half-day tour of Santorini covers the island's north and south in an air-conditioned minivan with a professional English driver and local guide. The route moves through Firostefani and its Blue Dome Church, Imerovigli's clifftop views, the hilltop town of Oia, the Monastery of the Prophet Elijah at 565 meters, the traditional village of Megalochori, and either Red Beach or Perivolos Black Sand Beach depending on your choice. Hotel, port or airport pickup is included; you customize the stops and timing to suit your day.Is it for me?Choose the 3-hour panoramic option if you want the main sights—Oia, Imerovigli and one beach—without the inland villages. The 5-hour or 6-hour tours let you add Megalochori and the Monastery of the Prophet Elijah, which means you can time the end of your day to catch the sunset from the island's highest point.
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Santorini Airport Transfer: 24/7 Pickup & Premium Van ServiceYou’ll get picked up right at your hotel by a local driver who knows every shortcut on Santorini. Ride in an air-conditioned premium van with space for all your luggage—even if you overpacked—and skip any lines or stress at JTR airport. There’s something comforting about seeing familiar island sights one last time before takeoff.
Santorini Airport Transfer: Meet & Greet & Flight TrackingYou land, find your driver holding a placard with your name, and get into a clean Mercedes van. Your flight is tracked in real time, so delays don't leave you stranded—they already know. Your luggage goes in, you go to your hotel or airport, and the whole thing costs what you paid upfront, with no negotiation at the curb.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Santorini and want to skip the taxi queue, the price negotiation, and the uncertainty of whether anyone's actually coming—the driver is already tracking your flight and will be waiting with your name on a sign.
Santorini Airport Transfer: Semi-Private Van, Meet & GreetYou’ll step off your flight in Santorini and be greeted by a local driver holding your name—no guesswork or stress. Your transfer includes comfortable seating in an air-conditioned Mercedes van (with room for all your bags), reliable pickup at any hour, and friendly help from someone who knows these winding island roads by heart.
Lost Atlantis Experience Santorini: 9D digital destructionYou’ll step straight into Santorini’s Lost Atlantis Experience without waiting in line, explore interactive digital exhibits, meet Plato’s hologram, and relive Atlantis’ destruction in a wild 9D show. Smell volcanic ash (maybe), laugh with friends, and see how myth meets history—all with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi to keep you comfortable along the way.
Santorini Airport Transfer & Return with Local TipsGet ready for a smooth arrival in Santorini with roundtrip airport transfers handled by friendly local drivers who share real island tips along the way. Enjoy air-conditioned comfort, flexible pickup times, and easy communication—so you can focus on your first glimpses of those famous white cliffs and blue domes you’ll remember long after your flight home.
Santorini Airport Transfer: 24/7 Hotel Pickup & Spacious VanYou’ll get picked up right at your hotel door in Santorini by a local driver who handles your bags and drives you straight to the airport in an air-conditioned van. There’s WiFi onboard for last-minute photos or messages, plus bottled water if you need it. Expect a calm start to your journey home—and maybe even a friendly tip about what to eat next time you’re back.
Santorini Airport Transfer: Private Car, WiFi & English DriverYou’ll step off your flight into Santorini’s warmth and spot your driver waiting—no lines or confusion. Settle into a cool, private car with WiFi, bottled water, and an easy chat with your local driver as you cross the island’s postcard views. It’s less about speed, more about landing softly on Greek time.
Santorini Airport & Port Transfer: Private Mercedes VehicleYou get picked up at Santorini airport or port by a named driver holding a sign with your name, travel in a modern air-conditioned Mercedes, and go straight to your hotel or destination without intermediate stops. The price is fixed before arrival, infant seats are available, and the company tracks your flight to adjust timing if needed. Book in advance with your flight number and pickup time to lock in the service.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing or departing Santorini and want to skip the taxi queue and shared shuttle wait — the driver meets you by name, the vehicle is reserved for your group alone, and the price doesn't change based on traffic or negotiation at the curb.
Santorini Airport Transfer: Private Van & Meet-Greet ServiceYou're met at arrivals by name, driven in a private air-conditioned van to your accommodation, and charged a fixed price with no surprises. The driver tracks your flight, so they're there when you land regardless of delays. Unlimited baggage, water, and WiFi are included. It's available any time of day or night.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue and the stress of navigating unfamiliar roads on your first day — the fixed price and flight tracking mean you can relax from the moment you land.
Santorini Airport & Port Transfer: Private, Fast & ComfortableYou’ll step into Santorini greeted by your own driver holding a sign with your name, then relax in an air-conditioned vehicle straight from the airport or port to your hotel. Expect cold bottled water, local tips along the way, and zero hassle finding your ride. It’s simple comfort that lets you start soaking up island life right away.
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Scuba Diving in Santorini: Two Dives for Certified DiversA two-dive scuba experience in Santorini's caldera for certified divers, covering two different sites in five hours with all equipment, water and a snack between dives included. The underwater terrain—walls, wrecks, caves and sheer drop-offs—is the draw here, not marine life abundance. Visibility often reaches 50 meters, and all sites are subject to weather conditions.Is it for me?The five-hour commitment fits a half-day slot, leaving your morning or afternoon free for other plans. Book this if you want to dive the caldera's volcanic formations without dedicating a full day to the water.
Scuba Diving in Santorini: One Dive in the CalderaOne scuba dive in Santorini's caldera takes 3.5 hours total, with 30 minutes underwater exploring volcanic reefs and walls. All SCUBA and snorkeling equipment is included, and the dive suits all fitness levels. Visibility can reach 50 meters, letting you see the geomorphology that makes diving here different from other Mediterranean sites.Is it for me?The dive is a half-morning commitment with 30 minutes in the water, so it fits a day where you want to experience Santorini's underwater geology without a full-day time block. The water entry is straightforward and the dive suits all fitness levels, making it accessible whether you're a certified diver or trying scuba for the first time.
Santorini Volcano & Oia Sunset Tour: 10-hour Boat DayA full-day Santorini tour combines a boat ride to two active volcanic islands with a two-hour stop on Thirasia, then a sunset view from Oia on the return. The tour departs from Athinios port after hotel pickup, includes an English-speaking guide and crew, and runs approximately 10 hours. Children under 4 sit on a parent's lap and do not reserve a separate seat; the Santorini Volcano crater climb is cash-only at the site.Is it for me?The tour runs in English with a live guide, so you follow the commentary throughout the day without needing Greek or a translation app. Book this one if you want the volcano, the hot springs and the islands all in a single loop, with someone who knows the route handling the timing and the boat.
Santorini Volcano Cruise from Athinios: Swim the hot springsA 6-hour boat cruise departing from Athinios that sails across the Santorini caldera to the active volcano, the thermal hot springs, and the quieter island of Thirassia. You walk the volcanic crater, swim in heated mineral water, and have two hours free on Thirassia to eat at seaside tavernas or rest on the beach — all with a live English-speaking guide aboard the Aegean Soul.Is it for me?The walk up the volcano crosses uneven volcanic terrain, and the hot springs require open-water swimming, so this cruise suits travelers comfortable with both. The two-hour Thirassia stop is genuinely free — no scheduled activities — which works well if you want to set your own pace instead of moving through a fixed itinerary of stops.
