Santorini welcomes thousands of cruise visitors every season, but your day does not have to feel crowded. Our cruise guests say the same thing; meetup at the cable car or tender point was easy, timing matched the ship, and their local guide knew how to avoid the cruise crowds and get the blue-dome photos.
These private shore excursions are made for cruise passengers who want something better than the standard group ship tour. If you want a seamless and personalized Santorini private tour from the ship, this is the way to go.
Black Friday 2025
Planning to visit Santorini on a cruise in 2026; this November we are doing a Black Friday offer only for cruise passengers.
Valid until Dec 2
Cruise visitors to Santorini
We booked this as part of a cruise day and it was everything we hoped for; stunning views, time for photos and all the best spots in Santorini. What made the difference was our guide; warm, welcoming and very knowledgeable.
★★★★★
Cruise stop • personalized shore excursion • Santorini private tour
In just a few hours see the classic villages, Oia and Firostefani viewpoints, volcanic beaches and even stop at a local taverna. Made for cruise passengers who want something better than the standard ship tour.
Capture stunning photos, visit traditional villages, and enjoy panoramic sea views from the comfort of your private car, guided by an expert.
From 387€ per group
⭐ Rated 5.0/5 from 5 reviews ⭐
Specifically tailor-made for Cruise Ship Passengers and Short Stay visitors, this private tour showcases Santorini’s top sights. Travel with a local guide, visiting iconic spots from postcard-perfect Oia to the famous red-sand beach.
From 440€ per group
⭐ Rated 5.0/5 from 565 reviews ⭐
Hop on your private minivan to Oia, known for its white houses, castle ruins, and blue domes. Don't miss the volcano views from Firostefani and Imerovigli, with photo stops included.
From 280€ per group
⭐ Rated 4.6/5 from 24 reviews ⭐
Enjoy a morning catamaran cruise around the volcanic island and finish with an island sightseeing tour at the most popular landmarks of Santorini.
From 600€ per group
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