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Santorini Private Scenic Shore Excursion: Oia, Mt Profitis and Ilias Monastery

11 Reviews 4.36 out of 5 stars Based on 11 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Santorini, Greece
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On average, this is booked 31 (0) days in advance.
4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish

Overview

While you’re in the old port in Santorini, discover the beauty of the island on a private shore excursion. Firstly, you will enjoy a short ride with the cable car to ascend to Fira and board your private bus. Then, your private guide will lead you around the island on a scenic sightseeing tour, showing you rocky landscapes, vineyards and fabulous views of the beautiful coastline. Visit the highest peak of the island, Profitis Ilias, where a monastery of the same name sits. Discover the small village of Oia, built on a steep slope of the volcanic caldera, and wander around its little shops that offer traditional, handmade products. Then in Fira, the capital of Santorini, enjoy a short cable car ride to the pier.

What's Included

  • Transport by private air-conditoned vehicle and professional driver
  • Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Meals
  • Entrance fees Santorini
  • Cable Car tickets round-trip
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You must contact the local service provider at least 48hrs before tour to be informed on the exact pickup time (meeting point will be provided on your confirmation voucher)

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Monastery of Profitis Ilias

You will be transferred from the ship by a colourful local boat to Athinios where you will join the waiting motor coach. A short journey brings you to Santorini’s highest peak, crowned by the Mt. Profitis Ilias monastery. Here you will have an ideal photo opportunity to capture the beauty of this island.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Oia

Proceed to the most northern tip of the island to experience the unique village of Oia. This dramatic small village built on a steep slope of the caldera has many of its dwellings nestled in niches hewn into the volcanic rock. As you walk through its narrow cobbled streets, you will come across many tiny shops which offer a varied and unusual collection of hand-made works of ceramic art, paintings and semi-precious jewelry. Oia, perched on the edge of the cliffs offers spectacular views of Fira and the volcano.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fira

After your tour, you will be taken to Fira town. You will have some time to explore Fira and take some pictures. Then, enjoy a short cable car ride down to the pier.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Please enter your preferred pickup time in the Special Requirements box at the time of booking, and reconfirm 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure time
  • Children who do not occupy a seat are free of charge. Children who occupy a seat and are up to 11 years old, benefit from a discount

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Santorini Private Scenic Shore Excursion: Oia, Mt Profitis and Ilias Monastery?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Santorini Private Scenic Shore Excursion: Oia, Mt Profitis and Ilias Monastery?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Transport by private air-conditoned vehicle and professional driver.
  • Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee.
  • Port pickup and drop-off.
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Meals.
  • Entrance fees Santorini.
  • Cable Car tickets round-trip.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Santorini Private Scenic Shore Excursion: Oia, Mt Profitis and Ilias Monastery is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Santorini Private Scenic Shore Excursion: Oia, Mt Profitis and Ilias Monastery will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Transport by private air-conditoned vehicle and professional driver
  • Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Meals
  • Entrance fees Santorini
  • Cable Car tickets round-trip

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Please enter your preferred pickup time in the Special Requirements box at the time of booking, and reconfirm 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure time
  • Children who do not occupy a seat are free of charge. Children who occupy a seat and are up to 11 years old, benefit from a discount

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