Private Custom Santorini Tour – Hidden Gems & Iconic Views

Enter the time machine and travel 3.600 years back in time when the prehistoric town of Akrotiri was a cosmopolitan harbor town ! Explore the advanced city that has been preserved in excellent condition! The buildings, the wallpaintings decorating the walls and their personal belongings froze in time when the volcano erupted violently and volcanic ash buried everything !Due to the high level of living and the way it was destroyed, the town is rumored to be the mythical lost Atlantis. The prehistoric town of Akrotiri is a not to miss stop during your island visit as it is considered one of the most important discoveries in Greece. Your visit will be comfortable as the site is covered with a bioclimatic shelter and experiencing the site with a guide will give you more depth and make your overall experience unique.

Your driver takes you to the unique Red Beach to get a glimpse of the magnificent red volcanic rock formations.

The highest spot of the island is the mountain of Prophet Ilias -2.000 feet (600 meters) above sea level. There is located the homonymous Monastery. Also, feel free and grab the opportunity to admire the panoramic view of the island, the caldera and the neighboring islands.

From the edge of the caldera, you will be able to admire the colorful rock formations and the most photographed blue dome chapel where lots of couples get married!

Oia or Ia, is known throughout the world for its fantastic sunset, and is certainly the most beautiful and picturesque village of Santorini. Oia with its blue domed churches and windmills is situated on top of an impressive cliff and offers a spectacular view over the volcano. Impressive captains’ houses and charming cave houses narrate the glorious past, while narrow streets and alleys of pebbles give you amazing opportunities for pictures you are going to remember for life.

Megalochori is a picturesque, lively village with friendly, lively inhabitants. The central square is the heart of the village, where locals gather in traditional cafes to relax and have fun, creating a warm atmosphere. It is definitely worth spending an evening here to become part of this mood and try local dishes in the natural shade of the trees. You can also find traditional taverns, cafes, and shops in other parts of the village.

A short stop at the Venetian Light house in Akrotiri village. It’s totally at the opposite site of the famous castle of Oia. The ride to reach the lighthouse is a piece of art , because you will have the chance to see the Caldera site from a different perspective.

The black beach is a 5 kilometer black sandy beach located only 10 km from Fira. It’s the perfect way to finish our tour with a relaxing walk along the beach.Depending on the tour time chosen,you can also enjoy lunch or dinner overlooking the Aegean Sea.