Santorini Itinerary - Tours and Activities

Located in the Aegan Sea, Santorini is of the Cyclades islands of Greece. It's beauty makes it the most famous of the islands and home of the popular flying dress photoshoot. Below is an extensive list of what you can do while visiting.

Disclaimer

Part of the job of a travel agent is to save clients time and money. I looked through hundreds of tours and picked out the best tours to book in various categories that are both the best in quality and price.

Prices listed below are subject to change. Rates are typically discounted for larger groups and children, so use the links provided to see the exact cost for your specific scenario and book what is of interest to you.

Private Santorini Photoshoot

This is your chance to make your Santorini trip stand out with a hassle-free private photoshoot! Set against the gorgeous backdrop of Santorini Oia, your photoshoot is going to be a truly memorable experience that will leave you with beautifully edited, high-quality photos to cherish forever—not just another photo in your camera roll.

Duration

45 mins

Availability

Everyday from 9am – 8pm

Price

$376 per pair

Alternative

• Sunrise Photography Workshop – $85 per person

• Oia Village Professional Photo Shoot – $145 per person

• Private Photoshoot in Most Unique Photo Spots – $148 per group of 5

• Photoshoot in Flying Dresses – $236 per person

Guided Tour of Santorini

Swim at volcanic beaches, watch the sunset in Oia and visit the traditional villages of Santorini with this comprehensive tour.

Duration

11 hours

Availability

Everyday at 10:30 am

Price

$58 per person

Alternative

• Sunset In Oia & Traditional Villages Tour – $54 per person

• Walking Tour of Fira Town – $59 per person

• Ios Island Day Trip – $71 per person

• Notos Day Tour through History & Wine Tasting – $98 per person

• Around the Island by Electric Bike – $116 per person

Santorini Volcano, Hot Springs and Thirassia Island

Sail across Santorini’s beautiful ‘caldera’ (flooded crater) and visit the islands of Nea Kameni and Thirasia on this 6-hour cruise. Board a sightseeing boat from the old port and admire Santorini’s cliffs and as you cruise to Nea Kameni. Enjoy free time to walk around its volcanic crater, swim in the warm springs, and visit Thirasia island. Explore and have lunch here at leisure before cruising back to Santorini.

Duration

6 hours

Availability

Everyday at 9:30am

Price

Starting from $35 per person

Alternative

• Santorini Volcano & Hot Springs Tour – $27 per person

• 2-Day Combo: Volcano Boat Cruise & Island Bus Tour – $27 per person

Volcanic Hot-Tub Experience with Caldera Views

Enjoy an ultra-romantic experience with your beloved one on Santorini. Relax in a private volcanic rock hot-tub with marvellous view to the Caldera of Santorini. Drink a cocktail or wine with fruit.

Duration

1.5 hours

Availability

Everyday at 12pm, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm

Price

$275 per pair

Alternative

• Aromatherapy Couples Massage - $275 per pair

• Couples Massage, Day Pool, & Jacuzzi - $275 per pair

Akrotiri Excavations & Red Beach

Visit the Elias Monastery, Megalochori village, and Akrotiri Excavations on this guided tour from several pickup points on Santorini. Enjoy the naturally-colored sands of Red and Perivolos Beach.

Duration

7 hours

Availability

Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday at 11am

Price

$52 per person

Alternative

Akrotiri Archaeological Site Entry - $15 per person

Traditional Greek Night Live Music & Dinner Show

Be entertained by live music and dance during this 3-hour Greek dinner show. Spend your evening on Santorini at a bustling taverna where you’re served a buffet dinner of mouthwatering Greek cuisine accompanied by unlimited wine. Enjoy a buffet dinner and sink your teeth into local specialties like pork and chicken souvlaki, Santorini tomato fritters with tzatziki and stuffed vine leaves. Then sing along and tap your feet while you watch classic dances performed to traditional music. Opa!

Duration

3 hours

Availability

Fridays at 8pm

Price

$41 per person

Alternative

The Greek Wedding Show - $69 per person

Premium VIP Nightlife

This small-group exclusive experience lets you enjoy Santorini’s nightlife in style. Your guide will make all the VIP bookings at the island’s best nightclubs, so you don’t have to deal with any of that. You’ll have one starter drink provided, tables booked for you, and the option to upgrade to a Mercedes-Benz if you like, but at an extra cost.

Duration

4 hours

Availability

Everyday at 10pm

Price

$70 per person

Eat and Walk Food Tour

Experience the scenic Santorini village of Firostefani on this guided food and walking tour. After meeting at St. Gerasimos Square, embark on a food and drink-filled adventure. Get to know locals and learn about the village’s culture while marveling at panoramic views and enjoying treats like complimentary Greek coffee, delicious pie, olive oil, soulvlaki, loukoumades, and cold beer.

Duration

4 hours

Availability

Everyday at 10am, 3:30pm, 4:30m, 4:30pm and 5pm

Price

$119 per person

Alternative

• Olive Oil And Honey Tasting – $53 per person

• Greek Cuisine Cooking Class – $102 per person

• Traditional Kouzina Santorini Cooking Experience – $150 per person

Wine Museum Tasting & Entry

Visit the unique wine museum of Santorini at a traditional Greek winery. Explore the museum with an audio guide, see the old cellars, and taste wines with a sommelier.

Duration

2 - 3 hours

Availability

Everyday from 10am - 4pm

Price

$21 per person

Alternative

• Brewery Tour and Craft Beer Tastings – $26 per person

• Wine Tasting Tour – $114 per person

• Santorini Wine Tour with sunset in Oia – $118 per person

• Three Wineries of Santorini - $118 per person

• Three Wineries and One Brewery Tour with Tastings - $158 per person

Sailing Catamaran Cruise with BBQ, Drinks & Transfer

Spend the day sailing around beautiful Santorini on a catamaran and swim and snorkel next to beautiful Red Beach and White Beach. Imbibe unlimited amounts of white wine, soft drinks, and water and indulge in a delicious barbecue prepared onboard the catamaran as you sail in the gorgeous blue waters of the sea off the shore of Santorini.

Duration

5 hours

Availability

Everyday at 9:30am and 2:30pm

Price

Starting from $90 per person

Alternative

• Caldera Boat Cruise - $48 per person

• Romantic Sunset Caldera Cruise with Dinner - $69 per person

• Catamaran Caldera Cruise with Meal and Drinks - $72 per person

• Sunset Cruise with Dinner and Drinks - $81 per person

• Volcanic Sunset Cruise with Dinner - $90 per person

• Santorini Sunset Dinner Cruise Including Nea Kameni - $93 per person

• Santorini Traditional Fishing Experience - $153 per person

Kayaking & Picnic at Red, White & Black Beach

Paddle your kayak in the south part of Santorini, explore sea caves, swim, snorkel, and jump from cliffs. Discover the natural wonder that is Santorini’s caves, which turn blue when the lights hits the water. Red Beach is one of the best on the island. Paddle along the coastline of Akrotiri, admiring many little caves and formations until you reach Black Mountain. Explore sea caves along the way and enjoy snorkeling before finishing off with cliff jumping at white beach. Then finally, enjoy a picnic at the beach with local organic products.

Duration

6 hours

Availability

Everyday at 8am

Price

$126 per person

Alternative

• Santorini Sea Kayak South Discovery – $102 per person

• Stand-Up Paddle and Snorkel Adventure – $129 per person

Perivolos Beach Jet Ski

Rent a jet ski at Perivolos Beach in Santorini and get your adrenaline pumping as you ride the waves. Enjoy a quick introduction and safety briefing on arrival, then hit the water on your own and have some fun.

Duration

6 hours

Availability

Everyday at 8am

Price

$95 per person

Alternative

• Windsurfing Lessons – $128 per person

• Fly Board Pro Adventure in Perivolos Beach – $180 per person

Scuba Diving Experience in the Volcanic Caldera

Dive into the blue water off the coast of Santorini and scuba dive together with a local instructor. Explore the volcanic reef and caldera and swim past marine life on this fun excursion.

Duration

3 hours

Availability

Everyday at 9am

Price

$95 per person

ATV Quad Bike Tour with Lunch

Explore the unknown parts of Santorini with an ATV-Quad guided tour, discover the beautiful landscapes and complete the journey with a delicious lunch.

Duration

3 hours

Availability

Everyday at 1pm

Price

Starting from $177 per person

Horse Riding in Secret Thera

Start your adventure from the traditional village of Megalochori. It is one of the most traditional villages of the island. Ride through the fields and local vineyards, then arrive at the caldera trail, and admire the amazing and unique caldera view of Santorini.

Duration

1 hour

Availability

Everyday from 9am - 5pm

Price

$53 per person

Alternative

• Traditional Greek Village and Caldera Cliff Horse Riding Tour – $76 per person

• Horse Riding to Black Sandy Beach – $91 per person

The Fascinating Path Fira-Oia

One of the most enchanting popular and safest paths for an unforgettable hiking experience that Santorini has to offer is the one that connects Fira with Oia.

Duration

3.5 hours

Availability

Everyday at 9am and 4pm

Price

$106 per person

Alternative

Electric Mountain Bike Adventure – $148 per person

The Lost Atlantis 9D Experience

Explore the first museum in the world dedicated to the myth of Lost Atlantis. Learn about the Minoan history of Santorini and the connection with Atlantis with the help of innovative technologies. Enjoy a brand new experience in the museum culture.

Duration

1 hour

Availability

Everyday at the top of each hour from 10am - 6pm

Price

$13 per person

Alternative

Tomato Museum Admission - $11 per person