Santorini · OIA TOURS
Oia is twenty minutes from Fira and a different proposition: no cars in the middle, two hundred steps down to the water, and an evening crowd that arrives at six. These 15 work around it, priced and timed.
Spend about 10 hours seeing Santorini beyond Fira and Oia. An archaeologist leads you through Akrotiri, guides such as Kim, Christina, and Olga explain the island, and you visit Emporio, Perissa, a winery, Pyrgos, Profitis Ilias, and Oia at sunset.
“Great time seeing the island! The wine tasting was the best part. The wine museum was fabulous! Great for the price”
Sail Santorini’s caldera aboard a premium catamaran for about five hours, with swimming at Red Beach and the volcano’s warm waters, snorkeling near Thirassia, a BBQ meal, and an open bar. Pickup is available, groups are capped at 18, and the crew may include Maria, Alex, Nefeli, and Captain Giomnis.
“This is a great way to experience the beauty of Santorini. The crew and other passengers were friendly and helpful. The boat was clean and in great condition and not too crowded to enjoy the experience. We are a family of six with kids ages 10-19 and this was perfect for evreyone...until the sunset. The end of the trip was just too long. We could have started slightly later (by and hour or more) and still had time to stop and swim at the different locations, then see the sunset and head back. We were picked up at 2 and dropped back off after 10, making it a really long…”
Visit Firostefani, Imerovigli, Finikia, and Oia with a local guide in an air-conditioned minibus. You’ll get photo stops, bottled water, island commentary, and 90 minutes to explore Oia. Guides such as Yiannis, George, Joanna, and Krystos are praised for helpful tips and photography.
“Good overview of a lovely area! Loved the tour guide! Good overview… take the TRAM, the steps are crazy!”
Meet your English or Greek-speaking photographer in Oia for a private 15-minute to one-hour shoot. Expect pose help, scenic village spots, blue-domed churches, and Aegean views. Photographers such as Shaqayeq, Tahir, Habibi, and Konstantina have earned strong praise for friendly guidance and fast delivery.
“Meeting location was easy to get to photographer was pleasant and on time. I loved the warm of pictures to get into the mood and I love how easy it was to get to the places and how easy it was to get really good shots versus waiting in line.”
Meet photographers such as Nick, Nikos, Jenny, or Gesti in Oia for a private 30-minute to 1-hour session. Move between scenic viewpoints, whitewashed lanes, blue domes, and quieter photo spots while getting posing help. Choose a couple session or flying dress option, then receive 30 to 60 edited photos within seven days.
“My husband and I had an absolutely incredible photo session in Santorini! From the moment we met, our photographer he made us feel completely comfortable and natural in front of the camera. He knew all the perfect spots with breathtaking views, and captured genuine moments that felt effortless. We are very pleased with our pictures! 100% recommend!”
Meet photographer Marios near the Virgin Mary of the Akathist Hymn Church for a private Oia walking shoot. He guides your poses, finds less crowded viewpoints, and sends 15 to 50 edited digital photos through an online gallery within one to two weeks.
“This is our first photoshoot as a couple. We were on our vacation and wanted some photos for memories. The day of the photoshoot was quite windy, so I was a bit anxious it would not turn out well. Mario was excellent and really professional. It was pleasant that he led us to various locations without the wind. He guided us with poses. In addition to doing an excellent job, he sent the pictures within a week. If you want some incredible pictures in Santorini, I highly suggest him. It's impossible to top the breathtaking sights. Marios, thank you for a great experience!”
This five-hour Santorini tour links the island’s famous caldera views with quieter village streets and black-sand Perivolos Beach. You’ll travel by air-conditioned minibus with a local guide such as George, Chris, Christos, or Spiros, with free time for photos, shopping, lunch, and swimming.
“We had a private tour and he took us all over explaining everything there was to see. He was excellent! Highly recommend this tour to everyone!”
Meet Areti, a 68-year-old Santorini resident and former Oia restaurant owner, for a three-hour cooking class in her private kitchen. Prepare a four-course Greek meal with fresh ingredients, enjoy wine at lunch, and take home recipes. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free menus can be arranged.
“Yia Yia was sensational! She invited us into her home and shared her cooking knowledge, helpful tips, and fun stories about her life. I enjoyed the entire experience and highly recommend this! The food was plentiful and delicious too.”
Spend five hours visiting Hatzidakis Winery and Santorini Wine Museum, tasting about eight local wines and learning how volcanic soil shapes the island’s grapes. Your English-speaking guide, such as Mary, Susanna, or Yiannis, then takes you to a reserved sunset table in Oia with wine and snacks.
“Mary was an excellent guide who gave us so much fascinating information about santorini and its history.”
Ride with a local driver-guide such as Fani, George, Elias, or Junior to three Santorini wineries. Taste up to 12 wines with snacks, see traditional basket-trained vines, receive ouzo, and end near Oia at sunset. Pickup is included, with groups capped at seven.
“Would highly recommend Santorini pickups for tours around the island. We did a wine tour with Elias and had the best afternoon! Elias had so many stories and such a breadth of knowledge about the island. The wine tour itself was really enjoyable and a highlight of our trip, but going with Elias made it even better because he took us to a small, local winery where we got to bottle and cork wine to take home with us. An unforgettable experience with an awesome tour guide. Thanks, Elias for the hospitality!”
Spend about 11 hours sailing from Santorini to Nea Kameni, hiking an active volcanic crater, swimming near Palea Kameni, and stopping at Thirassia. After returning to port, continue by bus to Oia for free time and sunset views. Pickup may be available near your hotel.
“Volcano,Oia very nice. Tour guy on the boat very heplful very knowledgeable . Very well orginesed bus tour , boat tour.”
Spend about three hours with a private driver-guide visiting the Three Bells of Fira, Imerovigli, and Oia. Guides such as George, Panagiota, Michael, and Tasos tailor the route, help with photos, and can adjust timing for crowds, sunset, or cruise schedules.
“Great experience, beautiful place , Casas the driver was amazing, very good gentleman, I am recommended to call George at the office and make your next reservation, here at Santorini. Thank you very much to both for letting us have a beautiful experience. Communication was excellent . Hugo and family”
Spend about six hours aboard a small-group catamaran with a crew that may include George, Georgia, and Isidora. Swim at Thirassia, Nea Kameni, Mesa Pigadia, and Red Beach, enjoy fresh fish or chicken souvlaki with drinks, then watch the Santorini sunset from the sea.
“Beautiful, relaxing and delicious sunset tour. Our group had the best time! The crew was fantastic and the swimming and food were top notch!”
Spend 10 hours cruising Santorini’s caldera, hiking at Nea Kameni, swimming near Palea Kameni, exploring Thirassia, and watching sunset in Oia. A guide joins the bus and boat, with pickup from a central point near your hotel. Check current route changes before booking.
Meet photographer Mike, also known as Michail, in Oia for a private 20 to 40-minute session among whitewashed buildings and blue-domed churches. He guides your poses, takes you to well-known photo spots, and finishes with coffee and water at Foodini restaurant.
“Mike is such an incredible photographer! From the moment we met him, we immediately felt comfortable and relaxed. He knew exactly where to take us, finding beautiful spots in Oia that weren’t crowded with tourists. My friend and I had the best time during the shoot — it was such a fun and unforgettable experience. Mike is absolutely worth it, and I highly recommend him if you want amazing photos and a great memory of your time in Santorini!”
Pick a deck, a cellar or a lane.
