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Santorini Oia: Small Group Sunset Cruise, BBQ & Drinks
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Santorini Oia: Small Group Sunset Cruise, BBQ & Drinks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (113)6hYou’ll sail from Oia along Santorini’s wild coastlines, swim in clear waters by Thirassia, taste fresh BBQ fish onboard (or onshore), and share stories over unlimited wine as sunset colors hit Red Beach. It’s relaxed, social, sometimes funny—leaving you with that warm afterglow only a real Santorini sunset cruise can give.Free cancellationMost bookedfrom€ 145View ›
Santorini Port Transfer: Private Mercedes & Meet-Greet Service
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Santorini Port Transfer: Private Mercedes & Meet-Greet Service★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (113)20mYou arrive at Santorini port and find your driver waiting with your name on a placard. He loads your luggage into a private air-conditioned Mercedes van and drives you directly to your hotel while the service tracks your ship's actual arrival time. WiFi and water are on board. Everything—transport, taxes, driver—is included in one fixed price, and the service runs around the clock.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and arrive at your hotel without arranging transport or worrying about ship delays—the driver meets you at arrivals and the fixed price means no surprises at the end of the ride.Free cancellationKids −50%from€ 100View ›
Santorini Private Tour: Oia, Red Beach & Winery with Local Driver
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Santorini Private Tour: Oia, Red Beach & Winery with Local Driver★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (113)4h–6hYou get a private driver and air-conditioned vehicle for the day, hotel or port pickup, and the freedom to build your own itinerary around Santorini's main sights: Oia's caldera views, the Red Beach's volcanic cliffs, black sand swimming at Perissa, and optional stops at the monastery, ancient ruins, or wineries. Wine tastings and archaeological site entry fees are paid separately on-site. The driver drops you back at your accommodation when you're finished.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to see Santorini's main sights without renting a car or joining a group tour—the private driver knows the island, handles the navigation, and you set the pace and stops as you go.Free cancellationInfants freefrom€ 49View ›
Santorini: Skip Cable Car Tour for Cruise Passengers & Direct Boat
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Santorini: Skip Cable Car Tour for Cruise Passengers & Direct Boat★★★★★★★★★★ 4.80 (113)5hYou’ll step off your cruise ship in Santorini and skip straight past cable car lines with a direct boat transfer. Wander postcard-perfect Oia, taste village life in Megalochori, dip your toes at Black Beach, and relax knowing you’ll be back at port right on time — no stress, just salty air and bright colors everywhere.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfrom€ 69View ›
Private Boat Cruise Santorini: Red Beach & Volcano Swim
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Private Boat Cruise Santorini: Red Beach & Volcano Swim★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (107)5hA private speedboat cruise departing from Vlychada port in southern Santorini takes your group to Red Beach for a swim, past the Venetian Lighthouse and Mesa Pigadia Beach, and finishes at the Volcano's hot springs for a rejuvenating dip. The boat is yours alone, the captain speaks English, and snorkeling gear, local wine, beer and a snack menu come included; you pick the half-day, three-hour or full-day option at checkout.Is it for me?Book this if you want to control the day without coordinating with other travelers. A private boat means the captain can adjust the route to your group's pace, spend extra time at a beach you love, or skip a stop if the water or weather shifts—the flexibility is what you're paying for, and it's what a shared tour can't offer.Free cancellationfrom€ 360View ›
Santorini Oia Private Tour: Blue Domes, Caldera & Flexible Pickup
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Santorini Oia Private Tour: Blue Domes, Caldera & Flexible Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (106)3hYou’ll step into Santorini’s postcard scenes — blue domes in Firostefani, sweeping caldera views from Imerovigli, and Oia’s maze of whitewashed alleys. With a local guide sharing stories along the way and flexible pickup included, you’ll feel both cared for and free to wander. It’s more than photos; it lingers with you.Free cancellationKids −50%from€ 113View ›
Santorini: Sea Caves Kayak, Snorkeling & Picnic at Red Beach
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Santorini: Sea Caves Kayak, Snorkeling & Picnic at Red Beach★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (106)7hYou’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.Free cancellationTop ratedfrom€ 135View ›
Santorini Oia: Couple Photoshoot with 50 Edited Images
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Santorini Oia: Couple Photoshoot with 50 Edited Images★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (104)30mYou’ll wander Oia’s winding paths with a local photographer who knows every angle—and how to make you laugh when you least expect it. Pose by blue domes, whitewashed houses, and cliffside views for candid Santorini couple photos. Get 50 edited images delivered digitally within days. It’s not just about looking good—it’s about capturing how you really felt together.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per group€ 130View ›
Santorini Highlights Private Tour: Oia, Beaches & Wine
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Santorini Highlights Private Tour: Oia, Beaches & Wine★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (103)5hA private 5-hour tour of Santorini's highlights with an expert local guide, air-conditioned minivan transport and hotel pickup. You visit Oia, Firostefani with its blue dome church, the Monastery of Profit Elias, the 17th-century village of Megalochori, both Red and Black beaches, and taste wine at Venetsanos Winery while taking in Caldera views. The itinerary is customized to your preferences, and bottled water is included throughout.Is it for me?At five hours, this tour fits a half-day slot and leaves your morning or afternoon free — the private minivan and customized route mean you're not waiting for other groups or following a fixed schedule that doesn't match your ship departure or other plans.Free cancellationKids −68%from€ 240View ›
Santorini Caldera Sunset Sailing Cruise with BBQ & Drinks
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Santorini Caldera Sunset Sailing Cruise with BBQ & Drinks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.79 (103)5hYou’ll board at Vlychada marina for an easygoing sunset cruise around Santorini’s caldera, swimming at Red and White Beaches, tasting fresh Greek BBQ and wine on deck, and watching the sun drop behind volcanic cliffs. Friendly local crew keeps things light—and you might find yourself lingering over that last glass of wine as dusk settles in.Free cancellationKids −40%from€ 125View ›
Santorini Catamaran Cruise: Red Beach, Volcano & BBQ
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Santorini Catamaran Cruise: Red Beach, Volcano & BBQ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.75 (102)4h–6hA small-group catamaran cruise from Santorini visits Red Beach and White Beach for swimming and snorkeling, soaks in the island's volcanic hot springs, and anchors for a freshly grilled BBQ with local wine and beer. Hotel pickup and drop-off, snorkeling gear, and an expert crew are included; you choose a morning departure with daylight Caldera views or an evening departure timed for sunset. The boat holds a small group, so the stops stay uncrowded and the pace stays unhurried.Is it for me?Book the morning departure if you want the Caldera and coastline in clear daylight for photos; choose the sunset option if golden light and a romantic return sail matter more. Either way, the small-group size keeps the swimming stops uncrowded and the volcanic hot springs peaceful—you're not competing with dozens of other boats for space in the water.Free cancellationKids −50%from€ 100View ›
Santorini: Megalochori Horseback Ride & Caldera Trail Views
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Santorini: Megalochori Horseback Ride & Caldera Trail Views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.62 (102)1hYou’ll ride gentle horses through Megalochori’s winding lanes and vineyards before reaching Santorini’s caldera trail for wide-open sea views. With a local guide leading the way, you’ll pause for photos and water breaks while soaking up real village life far from crowds. It’s peaceful, honest travel—the kind that lingers after you leave.Free cancellation-30%Kids −50%from€ 70View ›
Santorini Oia Photoshoot: 30 High-Resolution Images
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Santorini Oia Photoshoot: 30 High-Resolution Images★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (102)30mA professional photoshoot in Santorini with an internationally published photographer who guides you through the island's most photogenic locations and directs poses for polished, natural-looking images. You receive 30 high-resolution edited photos, posing guidance, and a private online gallery to select favorites. The photographer speaks English or Persian and books sessions in three time windows: early morning (cool, no Three Blue Domes front view), midday (strong sun, heat), or late afternoon (softest light, best for portraits).Is it for me?Book the late afternoon slot (4–7 p.m.) if you want the softest, most flattering light for portraits and couples' shots; choose early morning (7–10 a.m.) if you're traveling with small children and prefer cooler conditions, knowing the Three Blue Domes won't be visible from the front at that hour.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-15%from · per group€ 128View ›
Santorini: Private Sailing Cruise with Meal, Drinks & Pickup
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Santorini: Private Sailing Cruise with Meal, Drinks & Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (100)5hYou’ll sail Santorini’s caldera on a private yacht with Captain George or another local guide, stopping for swims near Thirasia and photos at Red Beach. Enjoy a homemade meal cooked onboard using island ingredients while soaking up sea breezes and laughter. Includes hotel pickup so you can relax from start to finish — expect moments you’ll remember long after you’re back on land.Free cancellationKids −35%from€ 538View ›
Santorini: Private Boat Tour & Volcano with Swimming
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Santorini: Private Boat Tour & Volcano with Swimming★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (99)4hYou get hotel pickup, a private boat for the day, and access to Santorini's volcano, hot springs, and the red, white, and black beaches without the crowds. Swim and snorkel for as long as you choose at each stop, with shade, refreshments, and towels included. The boat returns you to your hotel in the afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Santorini's volcano, hot springs, and famous beaches without fighting for space on a crowded tour boat — the private boat and flexible timing mean you control how long you stay at each stop.Free cancellationfrom · per group€ 820View ›
Private Catamaran Cruise Santorini: Volcano, Beaches & Swim Stops
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Private Catamaran Cruise Santorini: Volcano, Beaches & Swim Stops★★★★★★★★★★ 4.87 (94)5hA private catamaran cruise around Santorini's Caldera departs from Vlychada port and visits the volcano, hot springs, Red Beach and White Beach with swimming and snorkeling stops. The boat is yours alone: you set the stops, the timing and which beaches matter most. Lunch with BBQ and seafood, an open bar with local wine, snorkeling gear and hotel pickup are included; a live English-speaking guide is on board.Is it for me?Choose the morning departure if you want the full five hours to swim at multiple stops and explore White Beach without time pressure; pick the sunset cruise if the light over the Caldera and a shorter window matter more than a second snorkel site. Either way, a private boat means you set the pace instead of waiting for a group to gather at each stop.Free cancellationfrom · per group€ 960View ›
Oia Water Transfer & Firostefani Church: Cruise to Drive
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Oia Water Transfer & Firostefani Church: Cruise to Drive★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (94)2h 30m–4h 10mYou board a water taxi at the Old Port and glide across the caldera to Amoudi Bay, then shuttle up into Oia village with no fixed schedule — you explore for as long as you want. On the return, your driver stops at the iconic Three Bells church for photos before dropping you in Fira. The whole experience skips the cable car lines and gives you control over your own pace.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the cable car lines and arrive in Oia already relaxed, with the freedom to spend as long as you want exploring — the water route and flexible shuttles are what make that possible without feeling rushed.Free cancellationfrom€ 40View ›
Santorini Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer with WiFi & AC
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Santorini Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer with WiFi & AC★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (93)10m–30mYou’ll land in Santorini and spot your name in arrivals—no stress, no waiting in line. Your private transfer takes you straight from airport or port to your hotel with air conditioning and WiFi on board. Let a local handle the roads while you soak up those first island views through the window—it’s a small comfort that sets the tone for your whole trip.Free cancellationBest valueInfants freefrom€ 25View ›
Santorini: Rent Your Own Boat & Captain the Caldera
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Santorini: Rent Your Own Boat & Captain the Caldera★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (93)10hYou captain a 17-foot boat around Santorini's Caldera, volcanic beaches, and Thirasia island with no license required. The day includes a safety briefing, GPS and fish finder, bottled water, and complete freedom to build your own itinerary. Groups stay under six people, and the boat carries everything from a fresh-water shower to an ice-cooler and Bluetooth speakers.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to steer their own course around Santorini's Caldera and volcanic islands without a crowded tour boat or a license. Expect to be the one navigating and making decisions—that's what gives you the freedom to anchor where others don't go.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per group€ 210View ›
Santorini: Sunset Sea Kayak, Red & Black Beaches, Dinner
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Santorini: Sunset Sea Kayak, Red & Black Beaches, Dinner★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (93)4h 30mYou’ll paddle Santorini’s coast by kayak at sunset, exploring Black Beach, Red Beach, and hidden sea caves with a local guide. There’s time for snorkeling in clear water and then you’ll share dinner in a traditional seaside taverna before heading back—expect salt on your skin and that slow island feeling long after you’re home.Free cancellationfrom€ 120View ›
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