Shore Excursions in Cyclades Islands

Check off Santorini's premier sights on this private, half-day shore excursion. After meeting your guide at Santorini port, travel by private, climate-controlled vehicle to a local winery, where you'll pamper your palate with a wine tasting. Visit, too, the Prehistoric Museum Thira (or Thera) and see exhibits from the exavation of Akrotiri. Soak up postcard-perfect views of the caldera and the Aegean Sea from charming Oia, and make the most of free time to explore bustling Fira before returning to port by cable car.

Go from caldera to cloud-piercing peaks with this Santorini shore excursion that leaves from Fira. Led by a private guide, the tour includes a visit the famous Santorini caldera "” a half-submerged volcano "” as well as a trip to the Monastery of Profitis Ilias, perched on Santorini's highest mountain. Sample local produce that's grown by the monks and enjoy a wine tasting at a volcanic vineyard. Then spend time in the idyllic village of Oia before your return to Fira.

Walk around the crater of an active volcano and luxuriate in natural hot springs on this private, 3-hour shore excursion. Begin with a boat trip across the cobalt waters of the Aegean Sea, and enjoy a leisurely walk to the summit of the volcano. Hear of the volcanic explosion that wiped out Santorini's earliest settlements, and then make the most of free time to relax in the supposedly healing waters of the hot springs.

Discover beautiful Santorini - from the bustling capital of Fira to postcard-perfect Oia - on this private, half-day shore excursion. Meet your guide and private vehicle off of your cruise ship at Fira port, and then set off to explore the sun-kissed Greek isle. See the ruins of one of the region's most important prehistoric settlements at Akrotiri; be wowed by views of the caldera and the Aegean Sea; and enjoy ample free time to explore both Oia and Fira.

Experience the best of Mykonos during this 4-hour combination walking and driving trip with a small group. Take a scenic journey by vehicle to explore Mykonos hotspots like Kalafatis Beach, an overlook with views of Delos Island, and the charming village of Ano Mera. Then take a walking tour to explore the white-washed buildings of Mykonos Town.

Swap the decks of your cruise ship for the narrow streets of Mykonos Old Town on this private, 2.5-hour walking tour. Meet your guide and vehicle at the port, and then travel to the glamorous Greek island's historical heart to begin your tour. Stroll along narrow streets and through cobbled alleys, passing whitewashed houses, quaint tavernas and the blue-and-white architecture that typifies the Cyclades. See, too, the waterfront neighborhood of Little Venice and Mykonos' famous windmills. You'll also enjoy free time to sightsee independently or unwind at a terrace bar.

Explore the glamorous Greek island of Mykonos on this private, half-day shore excursion. Meet your guide and private vehicle off of your cruise ship when it docks at Mykonos port, then set off to see the best of Mykonos town. Feel like you've stepped into a postcard as you wander amid the whitewashed houses of Mykonos Old Town. See, too, the waterfront neighborhood of Little Venice and the town's iconic windmills. You'll also visit Panagia Paraportiani church, Panagia Tourliani and Kalafati Beach.

Discover the beautiful island of Santorini with your own personal guide on this 4.5-hour shore excursion. See the highest peak of the island, Profitis Ilias, where a monastery sits; explore the village of Oia, built on a steep slope of the volcanic caldera; and enjoy a short cable car ride in Fira to return back to the pier. Learn the rich history behind the Greek island as you follow your guide past the rocky landscapes, vineyards and views of the coast.

Swap a day at port for a day on the island of Delos with this private shore excursion. Set off from Mykonos port aboard a private vehicle, then on arrival at Delos, check off the sacred ruins' highlights with your own guide. Listen to tales of Apollo and Artemis, the Greek gods supposedly born here, and get up close to the Sanctuary of Apollo, the houses of Cleopatra and more.