Private tour in Santorini Aphrodite M

Explore Wonderful Santorini with your local guide

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Aphrodite M.

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Travelers often say that exploring Santorini with me feels less like a tour and more like exploring with a local friend. My guests describe me as warm, attentive, and deeply passionate about the island, with a gift for storytelling that brings myths, history, and hidden details to life. Shaped by life across the Greek islands; I carry a deeply islander spirit into everything I do. Since settling in Santorini, I have come to know the island not only as a destination, but as a place of rhythm, memory, beauty, and everyday life. That perspective allows me to share Santorini with both fresh appreciation and genuine local understanding. For me, guiding is not only about showing beautiful places. It is about helping you feel the island; its atmosphere, its stories, its contrasts, and the small details that many visitors pass by. I want every tour to feel personal, relaxed, and meaningful. Let’s discover Santorini in a way that feels personal, meaningful, and truly yours. HOW I GUIDE This is the part of the experience that matters most to me; not just where we go, but how the day feels. - Thoughtful timing to enjoy Santorini at its best and help you avoid the busiest moments where possible - A warm, personal experience from the first inquiry to drop-off - Private, tailored guiding shaped around your pace, interests, and travel style - A relaxed flow that feels smooth and well cared for, never rushed or mechanical - Photo help along the way, with the right places, light, and angles - Real local insight that goes beyond the postcard view and helps you connect with the island more deeply WHY TRAVEL WITH ME - A true islander perspective; my connection to Greek island life goes far beyond one place, which makes the Santorini experience feel grounded, rich, and real - Deep local knowledge: I share Santorini through many layers; history, myths, legends, architecture, landscapes, local culture, artisan crafts, cuisine, hidden corners, and the best photo spots and angles. - Story-led guiding: I believe every place has layers; what you see, what you hear, and what used to be. I love bringing the stories behind the stones to life. - Warm, personal hosting: I aim for every tour to feel like exploring with someone who listens, adjusts, and genuinely wants you to enjoy the island, not just rush through it. - Personal connection; my tours feel like exploring with someone who truly cares about your experience - Adaptability: Whether you want a full-day experience, a short photo-focused outing, a family-friendly pace, a solo walk, or a sunrise or sunset tour, I tailor the route to your interests, schedule, and energy, just send me a message and we build it together - Tailored experiences; each day is shaped around your pace, curiosity, and interests - Hospitality with attention to detail: my tours are well planned, comfortable, responsive, and thoughtful from beginning to end. EDUCATION AND BACKGROUND My background combines culture, communication, and hospitality, which shapes the way I design and lead each experience. - Bachelor’s degree in Cultural Technology & Communication - MSc in Service Management, Hospitality & Tourism - More than 12 years of experience - Greek. Fluent in English. Able to communicate enough in Japanese.

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Overview of your Santorini tour

Enjoy the sights and sounds of Santorini' s main attractions from the luxury of your own private car, capitalizing on the knowledge and experience of your local guide. You can decide where you'd like to go, or you can leave the itinerary as suggested - either way flexibility is guaranteed with plenty of stunning photo opportunities of panoramic sea views over the astonishing caldera, traditional villages, vineyards, and amazing beaches; in the Black Pearl of the Aegean Sea. The itinerary is flexible, for any changes please let me know.

Recent Reviews

Diana B.United States
3 weeks ago

Santorini was easily one of our favorite destinations of the entire trip, and our guide, Aphrodite, made the experience unforgettable. She was friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful day. One of the highlights was that she knew exactly where to take us in Oia for the perfect picture. Thanks to her expertise, we captured some of the most beautiful photos of our vacation, with the iconic whitewashed buildings, blue domes, and stunning views of the Aegean Sea. We also loved our stop in Firostefani, where we were able to admire the famous Blue Dome Church with the breathtaking backdrop of the sea and volcanic caldera. Every stop seemed more beautiful than the last. Another fascinating part of the tour was visiting the archaeological site of Akrotiri. Known as the "Pompeii of the Aegean, Walking through the site and seeing the remarkably preserved streets, buildings, and artifacts gave us an incredible glimpse into life in the ancient world. From the island's highest point, we were able to take in breathtaking scenery that stretched across the entire island and surrounding sea. Overall, this was an outstanding tour and one of the highlights of our vacation. Aphrodite's knowledge, professionalism, and attention to detail made every stop special. She shared valuable information before each attraction, helping us appreciate the history, culture, and beauty of Santorini on a deeper level. Thank you, Aphrodite, for an incredible day and for helping us create memories that will last a lifetime. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Santorini! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Tara H.United States
July 2026

Aphrodite did an excellent job showing us around Santoríni. We saw all the Instagram spots without the lines, were driven in a very comfortable & air conditioned minivan and got some extra time at black sand beach. She even took the time to teach us some Greek words. Yia mas Aphrodite! 🇬🇷

Phil M.United States
June 2026

Fantastic tour with Aphrodite, great communication planning the tour ahead of time. Aphrodite entertained us with her great story telling and knowledge of the island. Party of (4) moved from village to village with a stop at Santos Winery. Highly recommend, best way to see Santorini.

Paul M.United States
May 2026

Excellent day in Santorini. There were four of us and we had a great day with Aphrodite. Very knowledgeable with the history of the island along with an amazing sense of humor which made the day even that much more enjoyable. A must visit to Santos winery with great wine, snacks and view. It was a tour but so much more and a lot of fun. Our best tour of the cruise. Thank you.

Anthony G.United States
October 2025

Yassas, My wife and I had very little time to spend in Santorini so I felt by hiring a local tour guide we would best learn the history, culture and customs of this beautiful island. Also, because I love to watch Rick Steves on PBS back home I was able to find the link of Tours by Locals on his website. Our guide, Aphrodite, drove us from village to village, she was so friendly, knowledgeable, and a superb driver. She had a planned itinerary, but was also flexible to what we wanted to see or experience, such as the famous village of Oia. Aphrodite made us feel comfortable and safe as we walked to the most picturesque views of Santorini and because of her experience, she was able to get us in and out of crowded places and take beautiful photos of my wife and I. Aphrodite made our 35 year anniversary celebration so special. Thank you for the memories Aphrodite, you are special to us.

John H.United States
September 2025

Great Tour. Lots of fun and amazing guide!!!

Your Santorini tour itinerary

- Visit the most famous village in Greece, Oia. Walk through its marble alleys, between white-washed houses and blue dome churches as seen portrayed in Travel Guides. - Stop for a short photographic moment in Firostefani Village, for a capture of the blue dome church with a backdrop of the volcano and the Aegean Sea, known as Three Bells of Fira. - Pass through Pyrgos Village to reach the mountaintop of Monastery of Profitis Elias, enjoy unique views along the windy road and the panoramic view of the island laying under your feet. - Photo Stop at the Red Beach. - Optional visit to some of the famous wineries, such as the Wine Museum or Santo Wines

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Other

Air Conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi on board

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Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. -Wine tasting - If there will be more than 4 ppl please inquire for a quote
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Fira, 847 00, Greece

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Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
1071715
Languages
English
Greek
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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