The Best Santorini Small-Group Shore Excursion for Cruise Ships
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Overview
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 19 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.
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GET TICKETSTicket Options (7) Options Available
Option(s)
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
Starting from
$81.50
Option(s)
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
Starting from
$116.93
Option(s)
Private Tour with a Driver
Private Car + Driver: Includes an English-speaking driver and a personal vehicle for a duration of 4-5 hoursDuration: 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 timeNo 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
Starting from
$140.55
Option(s)
Ticket for Skip Cable Car Tour
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 the cable car. Return by Boat: At the end of the tour, we will return you to your tender pick-up point by boat, once again avoiding cable car lines.Included in tour price: This option already includes the private boat transfer in the price. There are no additional costs with this option.Book an early tender!: Please book an early tender directly with your cruise ship's staff to ensure timely arrival.Starting point:Santorini Old Harbor, Fira 847 00, Greece
Starting from
$152.36
Option(s)
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 timeDesigned 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 Skip Cable Car Tour
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 the cable car. Return by Boat: At the end of the tour, we will return you to your tender pick-up point by boat, once again avoiding cable car lines.Included in tour price: This option already includes the private boat transfer in the price. There are no additional costs with this option.Book an early tender!: Please book an early tender directly with your cruise ship's staff to ensure timely arrival.Starting point:Santorini Old Harbor, Fira 847 00, Greece
Starting from
$164.17
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Professional Local English-speaking tour guide
- Small Group Shore Excursion (limited at 19 guests)
- One complimentary bottle per person
- Guaranteed return to ship on time
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not Included
- Meals
- Gratuities (Optional: Recommend 10% for guides, and 5% for bus drivers)
- Cable car ticket (one way)
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Full refund if ship is unable to dock
- In the event of exceptionally rough sea conditions preventing boat transfers, we reserve the right to operate the regular tour route instead. In such cases, a refund of €10 per person will be provided for each cable car ride required in place of the boat transfer.
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