The 10 Best Day Trips from in Cyclades, South Aegean

March 3, 2022 Jacquiline Darosa

The Cyclades is a group of Greek islands with beautiful, white sandy beaches, rugged mountains and lush valleys. Glamorous Santorini and Mykonos attract the jetset, while lesser-known isles, such as Milos and Naxos, are the perfect places for beach lovers. Ruins, including the 11th-century Dorian settlement and volcanic ash-preserved Ancient Akrotiri in Santorini, amaze those with a bent for ancient history. Sifnos' cuisine wins it admirers. Hydrofoils, ferries and catamarans connect the islands.
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1. Oia Sunset and Fira By Night Half Day Small Group Tour

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Join the half day evening tour and explore the amazing village of Oia. Walk through the beautiful alleys, watch a romantic sunset and enjoy a relaxed night out in Fira town where the heart of the island beats. Join us on a half day Santorini sunset tour and experience a memorable evening and night. Benefit the flexibility and punctuality that an only small group tour provides.  Explore the amazing village of Oia!!  Enjoy a romantic sunset!!  Experience the night life in Fira!!

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By Passport551951

Our day started by going to the wrong pick up location (My fault completely). Our tour guide was so accommodating when I called to see about our pick up, his response was, "No problem, I'll be there in just a few minutes" My boyfriend and I could not rave about this tour anymore! Highly highly recommend! We were lucky and got to be the only ones on the tour, so we got what felt like the full VIP treatment. Our tour guide was so friendly and knowledgeable and really made an effort to explain the history of every stop we made and even acted as our very own photographer at many of the stops. Highly recommend taking this tour if you visit the island of Santorini, you will not be disappointed. I can honestly say this tour was an experience of a lifetime and something I will never forget.

2. Luxury Catamaran Semi private cruise with meals & drinks and transportation.

Dolphin Navigation Mykonos Luxury Cruises
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Go on a half-day Group sailing adventure in the Aegean Sea. Select your preferred departure time—morning or afternoon—and set sail for the south coast or to the mythical island of Delos and Rhenia. Relax at the beach, snorkel in beautiful turquoise water . Enjoy lunch, dinner, wine, and hotel pickup and drop-off included in the tour price. Sail south coast and explore the magical beaches of Enjoy flexible departure times to suit your travel schedule and interests Kick back at picturesque Aegean beaches. Hotel pickup and drop-off

Inclusions: Dinner Lunch Drinks wine ,soft drinks & traditional alcoholic drink (Raki) All taxes, fees and handling charges Fuel surcharge Driver/guide Use of Snorkelling equipment Transport by air-condition van

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Reviewed By eliass641

The cruise was just amazing!! We get the chance to see secret beaches only known to locals! The captain and the boat were perfect and we enjoyed every minute!

3. Private Santorini Full-Day Guided Sightseeing Tour

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Enjoy personalized attention from your native Santorini guide and get an eye-opening look into historic places, listen to in-the-know commentary and capture marvelous island views. Travel in style as you hit the top attractions on Santorini. The more you discover, the more you'll want to see. The tour that includes Oia, Imerovigli, Firostefani, excavations of Akrotiri (by yourself), Red Beach, Black Sand Beach, Profitis Ilias, Pyrgos village or Megalochori traditional village, and Venetsanos winery or Agyros estate optional. The perfect way to get to know Santorini in one day.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Private tour, Pickup and drop-off from all hotels and villa in Santorini, Local knowledgeable guide, Private transportation, Bottled water, Professional English speaking driver

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuites

Reviewed By Stefan R

It was a great day. Alex spontaneously got around a german-speaking tour guide. Alex and Kathrin were very friendly and perfectly focussed on our wishes. Both have an extensive knowledge of Santorini, really very exciting. I can highly recommend Santorini Tours!

4. Santorini Private Sightseeing Tour

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Explore magical Santorini on this Private Sightseeing Tour. After a convenient hotel, airport, or port pickup, craft your dream itinerary with a knowledgeable local guide and visit sites like the picturesque village of Oia, the beautiful Blue Dome Church, the Black and Red beaches. Enjoy a delicious glass of wine at a local winery and capture panoramic photos from Prophet Elias Monastery.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private guide/driver, Hotel/port/airport pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Entrance fees at museums (optional visits), Gratuities (recommended), Food and drinks

Reviewed By amb3r_tayl0r

We booked a private tour as had teenagers and also an autistic son who would not have coped with an organised public tour. From the initial contact with Kallisti Private Tours we had every confidence we had made a good choice. Their communication was efficient throughout. Theodore was friendly and discussed with us what we would like to see, planning a personalised tour with us before we started the day. He took us to places we would never have discovered on our own. His knowledge of Santorini and its history was second to none and we could spend as much or little time in the comfortable air conditioned vehicle as required. Cold bottled water was provided all day. The views he showed us were stunning and there were plenty of photo opportunities and toilet breaks as required. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending this Tour in order to see the entire island with a good English speaking guide with so much local, geographical and historical knowledge. Real quality.

5. 6-Hour Private Best of Santorini Experience

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See Santorini's top sights on a 6-hour private tour that includes travel by Mercedes Sprinter minibus. View Santorini Caldera, Imerovigli, Oia, Akrotiri ruins by yourself, Red Beach, Megalochori traditional village or Pyrgos, Prophet Ilias Monastery, Venetsanos winery or Estate Argyros optional. Your private guide will entertain you with fun facts and stories about the place you see as you enjoy views.

Inclusions: Local english speaking guide, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Pick-up and drop-off from the nearest point accessible by car in all hotels in Santorini, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Gratuites, Entrance fees to Akrotiri (€ 12), Entry/Admission to Venetsanos Winery and Estate Argyros from 15-20 euros p.p

Reviewed By lauramM1226LI

Just had a great experience with Santorini Tours. Alex was a great driver and host. He was friendly, informative and attentive to our needs. We thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon/evening with him. I highly recommend both him and his company!

6. Full Day Santorini Highlights and Venetian Castles Small Group Tour

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Experience the beauty of Santorini by joining us on a full day Santorini tour that is off the beaten path. Learn about ancient and medieval history of the island and discover the magnifiscent beauty of  the Venetian castles. Chill out in the most beautiful black sandy beach, feel the local culture combined with a wine tasting expirience and finish your day with an unforgettable sunset in Oia.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Small-group tour maximum 15 persons, Local taxes, Wine tasting, Tour escort/host, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Entrance Fee at symposion (Interactive music instrument presentation), Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By baxad91

The format of this tour is great – it doesn't take a whole day but there is plenty of time to see Oia and Fira, to see the sunset, get dinner and check out the nightlife. Perfect for getting a taste of these towns before going back to explore more thoroughly. They were also very flexible with timing, offering to take us home earlier or later if we needed. Gregory was our driver: he was loads of fun and very knowledgeable about the island. We had a great time. (COVID-19 precautions: capacity was limited and everyone wore masks inside the minibus.)

7. Semi Private Standard | Santorini Catamaran Cruise with Greek buffet and Drinks

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Sail around Santorini on a Catamaran during this 5-hour Cruise, departing from Vlychada Marina. Sail past the island's highlights, such as the Red & White Beaches, the Indian Rocks, and the Venetian Lighthouse of Akrotiri. Stop for snorkeling, marvel at the scenic views of the Aegean Sea and the Volcanic Caldera, and enjoy our Greek Buffet Lunch or Dinner on board with drinks.

Inclusions: Complimentary Hotel pickup and drop-off with an air-conditioned mini bus, Complimentary Towels, snorkeling & Safety equipment, Greek Buffet with Local Wines & Soft Drinks onboard., All taxes, fees & handling charges

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Reviewed By Flaviagdo

We had such a nice crew and can say was lucky enough with the group we went with. Most of them couples and all very relaxing and it felt very nice experience with plenty of space and privacy for us all. Because of COVID restrictions, the Catamaran capacity was reduced which I believe made the experience even better. The beaches and scenario were amazing, the food taste. Don't expect much quality for the wine and beer served on board but they were drinkable and fair enough for the price. After the full afternoon enjoying the water, views and beaches the sunset is just the best closure of the day. I totally recommend it!

8. Semi-Private Luxury | Santorini Catamaran Cruise with BBQ on board and Drinks

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Sail around Santorini on a Catamaran during this 5-hour Cruise, departing from Ammoudi Bay or Vlychada Marina. Sail past the island's highlights, such as the Red & White Beaches, the Indian Rocks, and the Venetian Lighthouse of Akrotiri. Stop for snorkeling sessions, marvel at the scenic views of the Aegean Sea and the Volcanic Caldera, and enjoy our BBQ Lunch or Dinner on board with drinks.

Inclusions: Complimentary Hotel pickup and drop-off with an air-conditioned minivan, Complimentary Towels, Snorkeling & Safety equipment , BBQ on board with Local Wines, Beers, Soft Drinks & Coctails, All taxes, fees & handling charges

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Reviewed By AkhilKumar87

I was in August and was really nice. I had an 30% discount with Santorini discount card. I went on morning trip , I did a nice snorkelling as well. Highly recommended

9. Semi Private Premium | Catamaran Cruise with BBQ on board & Drinks

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Sail around Santorini on a Catamaran during this 5-hour Cruise, departing from Vlychada Marina. Sail past the island's highlights, such as the Red & White Beaches, the Indian Rocks, and the Venetian Lighthouse of Akrotiri. Stop for snorkeling, marvel at the scenic views of the Aegean Sea and the Volcanic Caldera, and enjoy our onboard BBQ Lunch or Dinner with local wine, beer and soft drinks.

Inclusions: Complimentary Hotel pickup and drop-off with an air-conditioned mini bus, Complimentary Towels, snorkeling & Safety equipment, BBQ onboard, with Chicken, Shrimps and Fish, Local Wines, Beer, & Soft Drinks, All taxes, fees & handling charges

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Reviewed By AkhilKumar87

I was in August and was really nice. I had an 30% discount with Santorini discount card. I went on morning trip , I did a nice snorkelling as well. Highly recommended

10. Beautiful Day Catamaran Caldera Cruise incl. Meal & Drinks

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Catamaran tour leaves from Ammoudi Bay and sails across the caldera. Visit the best sights of the island such as the volcano, the renowned hot springs, the picturesque lighthouse, Indian Rock, Red Beach, White Beach, and Mesa Pigadia.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Traditional tzatziki, dolmadakia, BBQ prepared on board(Pork chops or Chicken fillet) Greek salad,Seafood,Greek Bread,Traditional Sweets,Vegetarian Meal available upon request, Air-conditioned vehicle, Open Bar with Santorinian Wine, Greek Ouzo, Beer, Juice, Refreshments , Complimentary Round Trip Transfer

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Reviewed By Frank M

Eveything is a bit different in 2020 but our experience with Santorini Yacht Club has been excellent. Cristina at the Ammoudia Bay office was extremely helpful . We did the Captain Lambros tour and it was delightful.

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