Navigate the twists and turns of Oia’s cliff-top pathways and explore its hidden backroads with a long-time resident as your guide. On this walking tour, you’ll see some of Santorini’s famous picture-postcard views and hear stories of both its recent past and its ancient history. Along the way, you’ll get to know how locals have lived on the island from its beginnings as a small settlement to a top tourist destination, and how volcanic eruptions and earthquakes have shaped the village’s character and community. You’ll discover why Santorinians live in cave houses, what life was like before tourism, why Oia was once called the Village of the Captains and what it’s like to live life on the edge! Whether this is your first time in Santorini or you’re revisiting Oia and want to know more than the guidebooks can tell you, I’ll show you the undiscovered village behind the postcard. Allow approximately an hour for this walk.

Adapt the tour to your personal interests and preferences; the itinerary presented below is just a suggestion. Start by being picked up from the location of your choice. Make the first stop in Firostefani, well known for the famous blue dome church where you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the volcanic caldera. On your way to Oia, marvel at the characteristic architecture of the famous picturesque village. Visit the old Venetian castle, and explore its interior. Enjoy free time to stroll around the town and sip refreshments by the caldera. Next, head to Profitis Ilias which offers a unique 360° panoramic view of the island and is an ideal spot to take amazing photos. Visit the 300 years old monastery and taste some of the local delicacies and handmade products. After this, stop at Black Beach, a unique volcanic beach where you can swim, enjoy water sports, or have a delicious lunch overlooking the Aegean Sea. Continue on the to Akrotiri Archaeological Site located on the southern edge of the island.