Santorini 3-Hour Small-Group Tour of Firostefani, Imerovigli, Finikia & Oia Villages
by Santorini Karavas Travel
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€114.30Overview
This small-group bus tour lasts about three hours and is designed for cruise passengers who want to see key Santorini villages without rushing. The tour starts in Firostefani, where visitors can photograph the famous blue-domed church and hear about the island’s history and culture. Next, the group travels to Imerovigli, the highest village on the caldera cliff, which offers wide views of the volcanic formations and sea. Afterward, the tour stops in Finikia, a quiet village with views of Oia from a distance, providing a less crowded photo opportunity. The last stop is Oia, where guests have about 90 minutes of free time to walk through the narrow streets, see the blue domes, visit the Venetian Castle, or relax with refreshments while overlooking the caldera. The return trip to Fira passes by the Kolumbo volcano, during which the guide provides information about this second volcano of Santorini. The tour includes bottled water, air-conditioned minibus transfers, live commentary from the driver-guide, photo stops at main sights, and free time in Oia for shopping or snacks. Cable car fees, food, drinks, and gratuities are not included. A full refund is offered if cruise schedules change.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Firostefani
The tour begins in Firostefani, a village known for its blue-domed church. Visitors can take photos of this landmark and view the volcanic caldera while learning about Santorini’s history and culture during a 15-minute stop.
15 min
Imerovigli
Next is Imerovigli, the highest village on the caldera cliff, often called the “balcony of the Aegean.” This stop lasts about 15 minutes and offers wide panoramic views of the caldera and volcanic formations.
15 min
Finikia
The third stop is Finikia, a quiet village away from crowds with traditional houses. For 15 minutes, guests can photograph views of Oia from a distance along Santorini’s northern coast.
15 min
Oia
The final main stop is Oia, Santorini’s most well-known village and a UNESCO-protected site. Visitors have 90 minutes of free time to explore the cobblestone streets, see the blue domes, visit the Venetian Castle, or enjoy refreshments while looking over the caldera.
90 min
Drive-by Kolumbo volcano
On the return drive to Fira, the bus passes the Kolumbo volcano, the island’s second volcano, during which the guide shares details about it.
Meeting point
Your driver/guide will be waiting for you at the top of the cable car exit with a sign with your name. You can reach the top either with the cable car or by taking the stairs up. We recommend booking an early tender, as the cable car queues get long. We ARE NOT responsible for the cable delays.
End point
Your driver/guide will be waiting for you at the top of the cable car exit with a sign with your name. You can reach the top either with the cable car or by taking the stairs up. We recommend booking an early tender, as the cable car queues get long. We ARE NOT responsible for the cable delays.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Santorini 3-Hour Small-Group Tour of Firostefani, Imerovigli, Finikia & Oia Villages
by Santorini Karavas Travel
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€114.30Overview
This small-group bus tour lasts about three hours and is designed for cruise passengers who want to see key Santorini villages without rushing. The tour starts in Firostefani, where visitors can photograph the famous blue-domed church and hear about the island’s history and culture. Next, the group travels to Imerovigli, the highest village on the caldera cliff, which offers wide views of the volcanic formations and sea. Afterward, the tour stops in Finikia, a quiet village with views of Oia from a distance, providing a less crowded photo opportunity. The last stop is Oia, where guests have about 90 minutes of free time to walk through the narrow streets, see the blue domes, visit the Venetian Castle, or relax with refreshments while overlooking the caldera. The return trip to Fira passes by the Kolumbo volcano, during which the guide provides information about this second volcano of Santorini. The tour includes bottled water, air-conditioned minibus transfers, live commentary from the driver-guide, photo stops at main sights, and free time in Oia for shopping or snacks. Cable car fees, food, drinks, and gratuities are not included. A full refund is offered if cruise schedules change.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Firostefani
The tour begins in Firostefani, a village known for its blue-domed church. Visitors can take photos of this landmark and view the volcanic caldera while learning about Santorini’s history and culture during a 15-minute stop.
15 min
Imerovigli
Next is Imerovigli, the highest village on the caldera cliff, often called the “balcony of the Aegean.” This stop lasts about 15 minutes and offers wide panoramic views of the caldera and volcanic formations.
15 min
Finikia
The third stop is Finikia, a quiet village away from crowds with traditional houses. For 15 minutes, guests can photograph views of Oia from a distance along Santorini’s northern coast.
15 min
Oia
The final main stop is Oia, Santorini’s most well-known village and a UNESCO-protected site. Visitors have 90 minutes of free time to explore the cobblestone streets, see the blue domes, visit the Venetian Castle, or enjoy refreshments while looking over the caldera.
90 min
Drive-by Kolumbo volcano
On the return drive to Fira, the bus passes the Kolumbo volcano, the island’s second volcano, during which the guide shares details about it.
Meeting point
Your driver/guide will be waiting for you at the top of the cable car exit with a sign with your name. You can reach the top either with the cable car or by taking the stairs up. We recommend booking an early tender, as the cable car queues get long. We ARE NOT responsible for the cable delays.
End point
Your driver/guide will be waiting for you at the top of the cable car exit with a sign with your name. You can reach the top either with the cable car or by taking the stairs up. We recommend booking an early tender, as the cable car queues get long. We ARE NOT responsible for the cable delays.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.