Immerse yourself in a captivating five-hour sunset bus tour that showcases Santorini’s breathtaking scenery and iconic sites. Explore stunning beaches, historic landmarks and finish your adventure with the romantic charm of Santorini’s famous sunset in the island’s most beautiful village!
This bus tour will take you to some of the island’s most beautiful and famous places. As well as walking along the famous volcanic beach and visiting the southernmost point of the island, you will have the chance to explore Megalochori village, which is located in the heart of Santorini. You will also have the opportunity to capture the stunning sunset in Oia – the north-most point of Santorini.
You will be able to see the following Santorini attractions:
The bus tour begins in the afternoon with a trip to the southernmost regions of our island. We start our adventure at the famous Red Beach on the southern part of Santorini, a natural wonder framed by bright red cliffs and a unique mix of red and black sand infused with volcanic minerals. You will spend around one hour there, immersed in this distinctive volcanic landscape. You can take stunning photographs and enjoy a tranquil escape into nature. This stop is an exceptional opportunity to experience the raw beauty and geological wonders of Santorini.
Later, the bus will head north on Santorini, and we’ll stop closer to the center of the island in one of its beautiful villages. You’ll visit the village of Megalochori, where you’ll have about an hour to walk around.
Finally, our bus will take you to the stunning village of Oia, known for its narrow cobbled streets, snow-white buildings, beautiful chapels and churches and, of course, sunsets – this is what it is all about. During the trip to Oia you will also have time to walk around on your own and enjoy the stunning evening atmosphere and beauty. Spend one hour exploring this charming village and… approximate time of sunset in Santorini this week is 17:22, so the best way to end this trip is to watch the sunset over the castle of Agios Nikolaos. The ruins of this castle are on the northwestern edge of the caldera and are particularly beautiful for watching the sunset over the sea.
In 2026 the price of the short evening bus tour with sunset meeting in Oia is:
Prices may be lower in low season, on certain days with discounts, if you book early or for a large group.
There is a bus tour that takes about 10 hours and covers almost everything on our island – check out a richer version of this itinerary.
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In 2026 a half day sightseeing tour with a sunset meeting in Oia runs from 01/05 to 30/09. Available days – everyday.
Please note that the tour schedule is subject to change. Changes are extremely rare and usually related to weather conditions on the island or at sea. For example, it could be a strong wind, thunderstorm, rain or other force majeure situations. We always try to inform you in advance about any changes.
Please read Cancellation and Refund policy.
In case there are less than 24 hours left before the trip, please book only after agreeing with the manager on availability.
You will receive your tickets by email or WhatsApp – whichever is more convenient for you.
Please keep all documents and tickets until the end of the trip!
It depends on the location of your hotel or villa. Some cities of Santorini are famous for their narrow streets, which are not so easy to walk even on foot. So in some cases you will need to walk to the main road, some nearest square or parking place, where a car or a tour bus can pick you up. If your hotel has good road access, then the transfer will be able to pick you up directly from the hotel.
After placing an order, you will receive detailed information about the place and time of the meeting, as well as all the necessary documents. Please read them carefully beforehand.
During the season there is a lot of sun and very little shade in Santorini. So you will definitely need sun protection: sunscreen, sunglasses, headgear, etc. If there is a possibility of motion sickness during transportation, we recommend that you take appropriate pills an hour and a half before departure. You may want to buy something during the trip, so money for extras won’t hurt.
No, there will not be any long or difficult walks on the route.
It is not recommended to take very young children with you in case they get motion sickness on the bus. It is not advisable to bring a stroller with you. It may also be difficult to participate in the tour in a wheelchair due to the uneven terrain in most areas.
The tour starts around 15:30, so you will have plenty of time to eat breakfast at the hotel.
The tour starts around 15:30, so you will have time not only to have breakfast, but also to have lunch at the hotel.
Yes, you will be accompanied by a professional driver-guide. He will give you some information about the route and all the places you will visit.
Yes, to an extent, as it’s mostly just a evening bus trip around some of the most interesting viewpoints.
The main language of the tour is English.
The following is an approximate schedule. The exact time will be specified in the information provided with your order.
The sunset time changes during the year, so the schedule and the total length of the tour can vary a bit from month to month.
| Tour schedule | |
|---|---|
| 15:30 - 16:30 | Departure from hotel or nearest meeting point |
| 17:00 - 18:00 | Red Beach, free time |
| 18:20 - 19:20 | Megalochori, free time |
| 20:00 - 21:00 | The village of Oia, meeting the sunset |
| 21:00 - 22:00 | Return to hotels |
| 17:22 | Approximate time of sunset in Santorini this week |
| Duration and travel time | |
|---|---|
| Up to 45 minutes | From hotels by bus |
| Up to 30 minutes | Transfer by bus between sights |
| 1 hour | Red Beach |
| 1 hour | Megalochori |
| 1 hour | Oia |