Set 1,853 ft (565 m) above the Aegean Sea, this fortress-like monastery is one of the most striking sights on Santorini and a highlight of many driving tours and shore excursions, along with Red Beach, the Minoan ruins at Akrotiri, Oia, and the village of Megalochori. Join a group tour via minivan or opt for a more flexible private tour with a customizable itinerary.
The monastery courtyard and gardens are a popular spot to watch Santorini’s fabled sunsets, and many sunset tours on the island make a stop here to take in the view. Alternatively, wine lovers can opt for a sightseeing tour that includes a wine tasting at an island cellar, or there are photo tours of the most scenic spots on the island for photography buffs that stop to capture the view from the monastery.