Private Sightseeing Tours in Cyclades Islands

Step back nearly 4,000 years on a private 3-hour tour of ancient Akrotiri on Santorini. With a knowledgeable private guide, explore the well-preserved ruins of this one-time Minoan settlement, destroyed by a volcano in around 1450 BC. Inspect the excavated houses and buildings, see the remnants of kitchens and drainage systems, and hear about the vivid frescoes that once graced the walls. Learn about the long-ago inhabitants, how their town was buried under ash, and how Minoan society and culture was far ahead of mainland European civilization at the time.

Santorini's sandy beaches and glittering waters make an idyllic backdrop for a sailing adventure, but sharing a boat with dozens of other tourists can detract from the experience. This private 5-hour cruise is tailor-made for you, so you can enjoy swimming and snorkelling, soak in the hot springs, and admire landmarks such as Indian Rock and Akrotiri. A barbecue lunch and unlimited drinks are served on-board.

Get a personalized exploration of Santorini on this private guided tour. Depart from your hotel, port, or airport and travel in a private vehicle with your guide. Visit places that can include Prophet Elias Mountain, the Akrotiri Excavations, Red Beach, the black sand beach at Perivolos, Oia, and more. Sample local products at a winery and shop for souvenirs.

If you're seeking a luxurious way to see Santorini then look no further than thisExclusive catamaran cruise - an extra-special way to explore one of Greece's most picturesque islands. On a luxury sailing yacht, arguably the best mode of transport to explore Santorini on, you'll cruise to Red Beach and stop at top swim and snorkel spots. Plus, unlimited alcoholic and soft drinks, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a Greek BBQ meal are included.

Explore beautiful Santorini the way you wish on a 4.5-hour private tour with a private driver-guide. Traveling by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, make the most of the custom itinerary and let your guide know what you want to see and do. Perhaps visit highlights such as the village of Oia, famous for its stupendous sunsets; the Minoan ruins at Akrotiri, a traditional winery, or simply relax on a black sand beach. Ask your guide for insider tips on off-the-beaten-track gems, and upgrade to an 8-hour tour to explore the island fully.

Walk along the Sacred Way, hear tales of Greek gods and pose by the Terrace of the Lions on this private, half-day tour from Mykonos to the island of Delos. Said to be the birthplace of the Greek gods Apollo and Artemis, Delos is arguably Greece's most significant historical and mythological archaeological site. With your own personal guide, you'll check off the UNESCO-listed ruins' most impressive highlights, from the Sanctuary of Apollo to the houses of Dionysus and Cleopatra. Round-trip hotel transfers and the boat ride from and to Mykonos are included.

Get acquainted with Mykonos' tumbledown Old Town on this private, 2.5-hour walking tour. With your own personal guide, you'll wander along narrow streets thronged with pretty sugar-cube houses. See the famous blue-and-white architecture that abounds in the Cyclades, and explore Little Venice, a shore-hugging neighborhood that affords stunning views of Mykonos' famous windmills. You'll also enjoy free time to sightsee independently or kick back at a terrace bar.

Discover Santorini's ancient history and winemaking traditions on a private 5-hour tour. With a knowledgeable guide, tour the ruins at Akrotiri, where excavations have revealed a Minoan town destroyed by volcanic ash some 3,600 years ago. See the ingenious drainage system and remains of 3-storied houses, and discover evidence of winemaking, early proof of the island's still-thriving viticulture. Continue on the wine trail to visit three of Santorini's top wineries. See their unique vine-growing baskets, learn about the winemaking processes, and taste a selection of 12 Santorinian and Greek wines.

Succumb to Santorini's charms on a private 6-hour trip to see its highlights. Traveling by luxury, air-conditioned minivan with an expert guide, learn about Santorini's history and culture as you explore. Stop at Red Beach, explore the windmill-dotted village of Emborio, view the Minoan ruins at Akrotiri and more. Later, amble around the old capital of Pyrgos, enjoy a wine tasting against a sparkling backdrop of the caldera and Aegean Sea, and conclude with free time in Oia, combining it with breathtaking sunset views if you're on an afternoon tour.

New to Santorini? Be introduced to this spectacular Aegean island on a private 4-hour morning or afternoon tour, with a local guide. With a flexible itinerary customized to your interests, call at the clifftop village of Oia to admire its castle, cave-like houses and breathtaking caldera views. Visit the mountaintop Prophet Elias monastery, sample the monks' hand-crafted products, and explore Pyrgos, the picturesque former capital, as your guide shares insider tips and facts about Santorini's history and geology. Conclude by tasting some Santorinian wines at a stunning cliffside winery.

Get personalized attention and a customized experience on this 5-hour private tour of Santorini. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle directly from your hotel or the airport to visit the island's highlights, including the Red Beach, Oia, and a local winery.

Sail around Santorini on this private, luxury catamaran cruise. Choose from a daytime or sunset cruise, and then spend half a day lazing on deck; soaking up the sun, sights and sea views. Dock by Red Beach and White Beach for swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing, and luxuriate in the supposedly healing waters of the island's natural hot springs. If you've opted for the sunset cruise, be sure to bring your camera to capture the world-famous sunset for which Santorini is famed. A traditional meal and unlimited wine, beer and soda are also included.

Set sail aboard one of the most luxurious vessels in Santorini, the one-of-a-kind Ipanema 58 catamaran. On thisExclusive tour, feel like a member of the jet set as you cruise inside the caldera for a soak in volcanic hot springs, swim and snorkel at the island's red and white beaches, and watch a famous Santorini sunset from the water. Relax on spacious deck lounges and be pampered by an attentive crew, who serves up a delicious Greek barbecue lunch right on deck.

Get more out of your time in Santorini by going on a private tour of the island. You'll save hours researching highlights by having a full itinerary organized for you, and you won't have to book transport as pickup and drop-off is included. See the picturesque village of Oia, drive through the main town of Fira, and visit the archaeological site of Akrotiri.

Get under the skin of Santorini on a private day trip, and experience its prettiest places and historical must-sees. As your guide chauffeurs you by comfortable, air-conditioned minivan, learn about the island's history and culture, and explore the Minoan-era ruins at Akrotiri, the old capital of Pyrgos and Red Beach. Enjoy an optional lunch (own expense), check out the mountaintop Prophet Ilias monastery, and visit a winery to taste delicious Santorinian wines. Conclude at the cliffside village of Oia to enjoy its jaw-dropping views over the caldera.

See the attractions of Santorini on a private sightseeing tour with a driver-guide who introduces you to the island's natural, cultural, and culinary delights. You can visit locations like hillside villages and volcanic beaches, or customize your itinerary to check out specific places that interest you. Any food, drinks, activities, and entrance fees are at your own expense.