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The Best Santorini Small-Group Shore Excursion for Cruise Ships

Santorini, Greece
From 4 hours to 5 hours
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May 17, 2025
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Ticket for a shared tour
Meeting Point for Tour: Upon debarkation from the tender, please take the cable car to the top. The tour commences at the exit in Fira Town..Starting point:.Santorini Cable Car - Upper Station, Ipapantis 10, Thira 847 00, Greece
Skip Cable Car Santorini Tour
Book an early tender!: Please book an early tender directly with your cruise ship's staff to ensure timely arrival..SKIP CABLE CAR TOUR!: For select cruise ships only: on the busiest docking dates in Santorini we offer a special tour, skipping the cable car .Shared Tour: This is a ticket for a shared tour. It allows to skip the cable car which on some dates can take many hours..Pick-up by Boat: Upon arrival by your ship’s tender to the Santorini harbor we will pick you up by our boat, skipping
Private tour&shared boat rides
Skip the cable car!: Private guided tour and shared boat transfers from the Old Port to the Athinios Port and back - bypass the cable car!.Private tour&shared boat rides: The boat transfers are shared with other guests. The private tour starts at Athinios Port where you meet your guide & driver..Duration: 5 hours: The tour is 4-5-hour long, depending on the traffic at the port. Our main priority is to get you back to the port on time..Starting point:.Santorini Old Harbor, Fira 847 00, Greece
Private Tour with a Driver
Private Car + Driver: Includes an English-speaking driver and a personal vehicle for a duration of 4-5 hours.Duration: 5 hours: The tour is 4-5 hours long depending on the traffic at the port. Our goal is to make sure we get you back to the port on time.No tour guide: The driver can provide general overview, but please note drivers are not certified tour guides..Starting point:.Santorini Cable Car - Upper Station, Ipapantis 10, Thira 847 00, Greece
Private Tour - Driver + Guide
Private Guide + Vehicle: This private tour provides a personal guide and vehicle, with a flexible itinerary tailored to your wishes..Duration: 5 hours: The tour is 4-5 hours long depending on the traffic at the port. Our goal is to make sure we get you back to the port on time.Designed to your wishes: A private tour has a fully customizable itinerary - you can spend your time as and where you wish! .Starting point:.Santorini Cable Car - Upper Station, Ipapantis 10, Thira 847 00, Greece
Shared Tour from Athinios Port
Meeting Point for Tour: Once you disembark from your cruise ship at Athinios Port, look for your guide holding a sign that reads 'VEXPERIO.' .Starting point:.Thira Santorini Port, Órmos Athiniós 847 00, Greece
Shared Tour of Santorini
Meeting Point: Upon debarkation from the tender, please take the cable car to the top. The tour commences at the exit in Fira Town..Starting point:.Santorini Cable Car - Upper Station, Ipapantis 10, Thira 847 00, Greece
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Ages: 13-64 years old
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What You Will Do

Step off your cruise ship and explore Santorini on a small-group shore excursion designed specifically for cruise passengers. Visit top sights like Oia and Firostefani’s famous blue-domed churches while enjoying panoramic island views and local insights from an expert guide. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with a maximum of 20 guests for a personalized experience. The tour departs conveniently from the Fira cable car exit and is carefully timed to match cruise schedules, ensuring a smooth, stress-free adventure.

What's Included?

  • Professional Local English-speaking tour guide
  • Bottled water
  • Small Group Shore Excursion (limited at 20 guests)
  • Guaranteed return to ship on time
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

What's Not Included?

  • Cable Car Ticket (€6 per person, one-way)
  • Meals
  • Gratuities (Optional: Recommend 10% for guides, and 5% for bus drivers)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

Once you disembark from your cruise ship, look for your guide holding a sign that reads 'VEXPERIO.' We will meet you right where you get off the ship.

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Athinios Port Santorini

If your cruise ship docks at Athinios Port, you'll first take a short transfer to Fira via local transportation or cable car before beginning your guided tour. The excursion is timed to fit your ship’s schedule, with pickup arranged near the Fira cable car exit for easy access.

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Additional Information

This activity is operated by Vexperio
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Full refund if ship is unable to dock

Guide Options

  • Guide - English
  • Guide - Spanish

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