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Your trusted partner for private tours, transfers, and taxi services in Santorini.
We specialize in creating unforgettable experiences, helping you discover the very best of the island in comfort and style. From iconic viewpoints and traditional villages to unique beaches and local flavors, every journey is designed around you.
Our experienced drivers and knowledgeable local guides are passionate about Santorini and committed to delivering exceptional service. Whether you are visiting for a few hours or several days, we tailor each tour to match your interests, schedule, and pace.
Choose from half-day or full-day private tours, seamless transfers, and personalized itineraries, all designed to make your time in Santorini truly memorable.
Your trusted partner for unforgettable Santorini experiences. We specialize in flexible tours, transfers and taxi services, offering personalized trips to explore the island’s beauty, from ancient ruins to pristine beaches and delicious local cuisine.
Look, those big bus tours of Santorini are fine, I guess. But they all see the same thing. Essence Tours is different. We are a local travel agent in Santorini that acts like your personal guide. We create Santorini Private Guided Tours that actually match your pace. Want to skip the crowd? We know how.
We think the best tours in Santorini show you the island we love. The real one. That means the famous views, sure. But also, the hidden path in Oia. The little family winery. Our private tours in Santorini, Greece, are built for discovery. We handle the boring stuff. You just enjoy the ride.
Planning Santorini excursions can be a hassle. Not with us. We listen. We help you build a day that makes sense for you. As one of the licensed Santorini travel agencies, being MHTE certified is our promise to you. It means you’re safe and in good hands.
So that’s us. Essence Tours is really about sharing our home. Not just the famous parts, but the quiet magic in between. Let’s find it together.
Santorini tours include sightseeing, wine tasting, sunset views, and cultural experiences.
Private Santorini tours offer flexibility, personal attention, and a more relaxed pace.
Santorini day tours cover key attractions, scenic spots, and local experiences efficiently.
Most Santorini tours last between four and eight hours, depending on the itinerary.
Perfect service, we used Akise service several times in Santorini and it was always punctual, fast and the transport was very convenient.
Irena SyptákováAkis took great care of us during our Santorini fiancemoon. Akis was very timely and he's a great communicator. We especially appreciated his prompt rides to and from the clinic... read more
Tim McDowellAkis is personable, knowledgeable about the island and the history of Greece, and provides top of the kind service. His English is also perfect! He’s as cheap as a big... read more
Vail LabsAkis is a very professional man who picked me up on time and delivered me to Thira airport in comfort. I would highly recommend his service if you are visiting... read more
Stella GreenMe and my wife took the shuttle from the port to our hotel in Oia and from there to the Airport. The vehicle was clean and tidy, the driver was... read more
Lucas VelosoBest memories of our trip to Santorini not complete without excellent service from him. The car is in excellent condition and he was super helpful. We use him for entire... read more
Bijal MehtaI totally recommend using this fantastic transport. Friendly, reliable, professional and reasonable. Highly recommend
donna georgeVery good reliable company .. would definitely use them again as very prompt and always friendly 👍
sally HowlettExcellent service. Arrived on time on all occasions. Very friendly driver. Would highly recommend.
Katrina JacobsonAkis was an amazing driver in Santorini! So flexible, go with the flow, and accommodating for a big family trip - not easy! He waited while we dealt with lost... read more
Nikita TolaniPicked up from the hospital, to the hotel, after an accident. Also used their service from Fira to Oia. BEST TRANSFER SERVICE EVER. I am VERY SATISFIED with the experience... read more
Wanda GonzalezAkis is very professional, he drives very well in the small roads of Santorini. We felt very safe with him. I recommend
A. MORINEThe last bus at Akrotiri did not turn up at 9.20pm (based on schedule) although I was waiting at the bus stop since 8.10pm. I gave up waiting around 10pm... read more
Fong Huey LiWe had a car and driver for a day about 8-10hrs. Akis was very friendly and accommodating when we had misunderstood the date. Driver arrived on time and... read more
Danny ZhaoWe booked Akis in April 2022 to pick us up from the port to our Airbnb! He was waiting for us when we arrived, was super helpful with finding the... read more
Jennifer DedeAkis provides the best transfer services in Santorini. He was so nice, prompt and professional. His van was clean and spacious! I would 100% recommend using this service!
Emmalee TresnanAbsolutely outstanding service, pays attention to detail as we booked for our wedding guests. Very good prices and always replies in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend to anyone
Danielle OconnellGreat service, good prices and excellent freindly drivers. Would recommend.
Lee CornsAtkis was very helpful confirming our booking via WhatsApp. We were taken from Perissa to Pygros to enjoy an evening there. Atkis messaged to confirm what time to take us... read more
Alison NewloveVery good service, the car was even there before the time agreed and I was very happy with it! Reasonable price for going quite a distance, would definitely recommend.
CL KGreat service and easy communication via Whatsapp. We arranged to pick-up at the port and were welcomed by a very friendly driver who even gave us the oportunity to leave... read more
Alissa TaischWould highly recommend. Friendly driver with modern vehicle. Prices and times were arranged beforehand via WhatsApp which was very convenient. Knowledgeable about local area and times to leave for airport,... read more
Jillian KerrThe best service in Santorini, extremely reliable, English -speaking drivers, timely pickups and very responsive on WhatsApp also! Going beyond expectations! Would highly recommend their services to anyone visiting Santorini!
Taha AlaviOur Two families trip with kids was superb in Santorini and Athens. The car was very good, well maintained and very clean. The driver cum guide Akis was the best... read more
Tushar MehtaVery helpful and friendly taxi service! We used Akis several times during our trip to Santorini in September and would definitely contact him again if we come back, which hopefully... read more
Rebekah WoolvenAkis provided 3 transfers for our group of 4 persons. The driver arrived on time, was friendly and offered many suggestions for our time on Santorini. If we return,... read more
Shelley PriceWe had been on vacation in Santorini and needed to schedule a transfer to the airport after our originally scheduled transfer stated they did not have a vehicle for the... read more
Victor OderindeVery fast and reliable service. We booked a last minute transfer from the port to the airport and they accommodated our request very quickly and made us get to the... read more
Marco RoncatoI wanted to go with my sister from Perissa to Oia at 5 a.m. The driver came and took us there. We really appreciate it. He gave us... read more
MonikaAkis was always so helpful, he always had a kind and professional service, but above all we found a nice guy! He has always been ready to satisfy our requests... read more
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