Complete Santorini Island Loop Tour by Minivan

Explore the blue domes of Oia and volcanic vineyards on a guided tour with round-trip transportation

Travel Flexibly 5h 30 min Max 12 guests Max 12 Santorini, Greece

Complete Santorini Island Loop Tour by Minivan

What You Get With This Tour

Expert English-speaking guide
Hotel pick up and drop off
Small-group experience
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Guided visit to Oia village
Guided visit to Pyrgos village
Prophet Elias Monastery stop
Karamolegos Winery visit
Stand at Santorini's highest point
Guide tips

Tour Itinerary

1

Meet your guide at your hotel
Your tour begins with a convenient pickup from your accommodation or the nearest accessible point. Meet your guide to board your air-conditioned minivan. As you depart, watch the steep caldera, the massive crater formed by an ancient eruption, fade into the distance.
2

Wander the lanes of Oia
Explore Oia at the northern tip, where whitewashed houses cling to volcanic rock. You will walk under bright floral archways and see blue-domed chapels. Learn how this village was meticulously rebuilt after a major earthquake in 1956.
3

Climb to Prophet Elias Monastery
This 18th-century sanctuary crowns the island's highest peak. You’ll step inside to see the traditional quarters of the monks. From here, the entire island unfolds, showing vineyards stitched across dark, volcanic soil like a patchwork quilt.
4

Step back in time at Pyrgos village
Pyrgos spirals up a hillside, where medieval alleys lead to Venetian castle remains. You will wander past tiny chapels and centuries-old homes. This stop offers a slower pace of life away from the typical tourist paths.
5

Taste volcanic wines at Karamolegos Winery
Visit a family estate to see how grapes grow in low baskets to survive Aegean winds. You will learn how mineral-rich soil creates the distinct flavors of the local Assyrtiko grape. Opt for a four-wine tasting with local snacks for €20, paid on-site.
6

Your tour finishes at your hotel
The excursion concludes with a direct drop-off back at your starting point. You will leave with a deeper understanding of the island's history. Ask your guide for sunset spots or local taverna tips before heading off on your own.

Additional Information

Good to know:

Accessibility: This tour involves moderate walking on cobblestone streets and uneven terrain in villages like Oia and Pyrgos. It is unfortunately not wheelchair or stroller accessible. A soft baby carrier is recommended.
Weather Advisory: Santorini's weather is mild year-round, but can be windy at high elevations. This tour operates in all weather conditions, so please dress appropriately.
Please Note: The wine tasting at Karamolegos Winery is optional and costs €20 per person, paid directly at the winery. This includes four different wines and a plate of snacks.
Check-in: Hotel pick up and drop off is included on this tour. Please contact us immediately after booking with your hotel information so we can make the proper arrangements with our partners. Hotel pick up and drop off cannot be included if the proper information is not provided.