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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.
Easy transport to anywhere on the island. Great price and communication! I would recommend using them over a taxi service.
Maisie KooVery 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 WoolvenThey were very professional and reliable. Our ferry was late and we had the incorrect ferry name information....with all that, the driver was there waiting for us. It... read more
Linda GreenfieldAkis 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 TresnanVery 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 KOur 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 MehtaAkis 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
Alice BigoniCould not recommend this man highly enough While on a Cruise we went to use our normal private tour company But price had doubled from the early qoute .So we... read more
Paul HI would 100% recommend. Akis is professional, punctual and reliable. He helped us from the first day on the island, explained the history, and places to visit. He was there... read more
Vagelis DourosProfession, prompt, modern clean vehicle. We used this transport service twice and can highly recommend them. Very knowledgeable about the island and activities and spoke good English.
Linda E SpeaksAkis 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 LabsAbsolutely fantastic service. Always on time, communicates well and really reasonable prices. Would thoroughly recommend.
Dave WinstanleyVery 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 used Akis and his team for the duration of our stay on multiple occasions in santorini and they have been brilliant.Great communication, wonderful service and fab drivers.Highly recom. them... read more
Sabs Sabythe driver was on time driving us to and from my destination. he also offered activity suggestions when we arrived. highly recommend!!
Mar BurrellVery easy to reach, very responsive, kind and friendly, and made us feel safe and cared for. Highly recommend!
Shannon MoralesAkis and his team are amazing!! Akis is very reliable, friendly, and easy to communicate with. I would highly recommend working with him to get around the island.
Christy StamosAbsolutely 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 OconnellMe 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 VelosoGreat 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 TaischSantorini with its amazing landscape and friendly locals should be on everyone's listing places to visit. The blue waters of Aegean Sea providing the backdrop against the island's White architecture... read more
Ray QuintanaExcellent service. Arrived on time on all occasions. Very friendly driver. Would highly recommend.
Katrina JacobsonI totally recommend using this fantastic transport. Friendly, reliable, professional and reasonable. Highly recommend
donna georgeSantorini Tours have a wonderful and professional staff , courteous , Friendly , Reliable and were always helpful throughout our trip. I was really Amazed how low and affordable... read more
buck rogersPicked 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 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 TolaniThe service on the island was absolutely amazing. Our driver Akis was kind, knowledgeable and really added to the whole experience. On the rare occasion he wasn't able to get... read more
Matt EllisAkis is very professional, he drives very well in the small roads of Santorini. We felt very safe with him. I recommend
A. MORINEExcellent service provided by Akis and his team. Very reliable, always on time. Gave us excellent information and recommendations on places to visit during our stay in Santorini. Would highly... read more
Sharon DBest 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
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