I wish there were videos like these for many other countries: helpful, to the point, well structured. Pretty much anything you need to know in order to be prepared. Thank you!
@msbee9285 ай бұрын
WOW such simple and great advice. super easy to understand, no wonder you are a tour guide. thank you!!
@DheerajVarmanl2 жыл бұрын
Hi Sebi, very useful information for people visiting Santorini. You certainly do justice to your channel name.Thanks for sharing this content.
@Dose_of_faith Жыл бұрын
I have watched most of your videos in preparation for our Greece trip! So very helpful, thank you! Decided last minute that we wanted to rent a car to meet our needs and remembered your link, so I just booked one through it.
@jayp7752 жыл бұрын
Hey Sebi thank this very informative video as Ben mention i am too staying in may in Imerovigli, definitely use info from this video specially sun set at hidden spot. Thanks Sebi
@user-hq6gq3gt2x Жыл бұрын
Your videos are all so helpful!! Thank you!!
@grantw7 Жыл бұрын
I need to relocate from a hotel in Kamari to one in Firostefani. I discovered that the taxi ride was almost identical to renting a car for 24 hours. I just booked the car!!!!
@igazihamis8737 Жыл бұрын
This channel is marvelous! essential, important information no BS!thx
@johnorscher69866 ай бұрын
Excellent videos Sebastián. Very helpful
@Mish3ab9992 жыл бұрын
Excellent. Can’t wait for the video about driving and renting in Santorini
@niallhanley815 Жыл бұрын
Very informative and helpful. Thank you for your time
@laurasardinha Жыл бұрын
Can you make a video about Taxis in Santorini? Are they easy to find? Should we call them for pick up? Thanks =D
@frasermackie19 Жыл бұрын
Just ending my stay in Santorini, having rented a car. I used the car about 4 times because the drivers here are absolute maniacs haha. There are no rules, and if you make the mistake of actually doing the speed limit, you will be bullied off the road. The roads here aren’t dangerous, but the locals will kill you
@ralliartstyle Жыл бұрын
Sounds like you’re new to international driving.
@frasermackie19 Жыл бұрын
@@ralliartstyle haha, I am
@user-zv7cc2ne7i Жыл бұрын
Hello, Did you book through one of the links Sebastian provided above& was that piece successful? Our flight arrives at 7am, before the airport rentals open and wondered how the 24/7 companies that drop the cars off to you worked.
@frasermackie19 Жыл бұрын
@@user-zv7cc2ne7i sorry for the late response. I booked my rental online from Hertz, and picked up the keys from the desk at the airport. My flight arrived when the desk was still open, so unfortunately I cant comment on that 24/7 service. Make sure you take photos of the car before you drive it, you will notice a lot of the cars over there are all scratched and dented.
@benhaggitt44662 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I'm staying in May in Imerovigli and plan on walking to Fira to use the buses
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
Good plan ! OR, you can take the bus from Imerovigli to Fira (1 every hour), and take another bus from there. All the information about bus lines here : kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWLEf3t3nth3j9E
@simplyme2131002 жыл бұрын
How far was your walk? Same here :)
@benhaggitt44662 жыл бұрын
@@simplyme213100 About an hour. Very scenic though
@simplyme2131002 жыл бұрын
@@benhaggitt4466 bit more then I thought, thank you 😊
@paolabarjas2 жыл бұрын
I have finally decided to rent a car, but now I don't know if it is convenient to pick up and leave the car at the ferry port, since I am worried that there will be many people trying to get there when I need to take the ferry. Do you know if between October 3 to 6 there will be many people? also considering that it would be on a weekday? thanks again Sebastian
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
If you arrive at the ferry port 1h-1h30 before the ferry, the road will be empty. Thats what I would do if I were you ;-)
@lincolnmelo7487 Жыл бұрын
Hello everything is fine? Could you tell us about your experience returning the car at the port of Santorini? everything worked? I'm thinking of doing the same now in May. thank you
@wassimahmed28814 ай бұрын
what about motocycle or e-bikes ? is it possible to rent, and can you please give us an idea about the prices ? thank you in advance
@iam_nick Жыл бұрын
Does anyone know if I can rent a car at Oia and return it at the port (instead of Oia)? and what rental company would you recommend?
@sakurarodrigo2 жыл бұрын
Hi sebi we are 8 adults and 5 kids. Is it mandatory car seats in Santorini ? If yes how about buses ? Is it ok with 5 kids ?
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
No its not :-) Same for buses
@user-wx3ii6tz4s Жыл бұрын
Hi Sebastian, Thank you so much for all the excellent information about visiting Greece. I’ll be in Santorini in July for 5 days and plan to rent a car to explore the other villages. In regards to car rentals in Santorini, what type of extra insurance do you think I should get for the rental? By the way, the companies you recommended have the best prices. ;) Your feedback is highly appreciated. Thanks! Arlete
@GreeceExplained Жыл бұрын
I would take full coverage if I were you. I believe its around 15€ per day. It's so easy to scratch your car in these narrow alleys (or get bumped into by someone else), and the cost for 1 minor damage is already around 250€, so I would just go for the 15€/ day :-)
@genevieverobinson Жыл бұрын
What about Uber??
@GreeceExplained Жыл бұрын
Yes you can use Uber but it's the same price as taxis.
@shalooom Жыл бұрын
Hey Sebi!! Awesome video. I’m 20 years old and planning on going back to Chania, Greece for vacation for about a week and a couple days. As far as I know, I’m not old enough to rent a car. Considering that, what would you recommend to be the best way to get around the area to beaches, dinners, towns. Thank you for making this videos, your help is always appreciated!!
@GreeceExplained Жыл бұрын
Correct, you need to be 21yo. Use the buses instead ! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWLEf3t3nth3j9E
@AndreiDanalachi2 жыл бұрын
Hi Sebi, if u do end up renting a car what about parking? spots rules prices .. how much time you loose parking around..
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
Hey Andrei ! You can find the answer here : kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3u0mYSpl5lnoc0
@MM-nl5kl7 ай бұрын
Thank you for all the suggestions on your pages! Do you have videos for car rentals on the island of milos and paros by chance?
@GreeceExplained7 ай бұрын
Not yet, sorry
@gigfread Жыл бұрын
Good Evening Sebi!... Great set of videos to help with me & my wife's first trip for honeymoon via Athens to Santorini... Some advice if i may, from your wealth of knowledge..... Where would be best / most reliable places to rent an ATV (Quad) for our stay on Santorini? (theres alot out there) Huge thank you in advance. Honeymooners Stuart & Katie. 🏍🌞
@GreeceExplained Жыл бұрын
Hi Stuart ! Thx for your kind words ! Dont know much about ATV rentals, sorry !
@gigfread Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the reply Sebi & if you have any further pointers in the right direction always appreciated 👍... hopefully catch you in Athens, looking forward to our trip!
@byronhibshman750 Жыл бұрын
Good info
@maryf.88409 ай бұрын
Hey Sebi - great videos. Thank you. Quick question - are there car services in Santorini like Uber or Lyft instead of renting a car?
@GreeceExplained9 ай бұрын
Hi Mary ! Yes there are : FreeNow & Uber
@chrishipolito2378 ай бұрын
Hi there! great videos! I'm in Santorini March 21-March 25, and I'm not sure if Buses will be operating at this time? I'd prefer to bus if I can but not sure if they operate during march?
@GreeceExplained8 ай бұрын
Hi Chris ! kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4DUYqRslLWCjM0
@juliasobreira87312 жыл бұрын
Hey Sebi! Your videos are really helpfull! I'll stay at the Caldera View, between Megalochori and Akrotiri, for 5 days. But in 3 of this 5 days i already have activeties in part of the day that don't need a car. So, do you think It's good rent a car for flexibility, especially at night? Thanks!
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
Hey Julia ! If you plan to do stuff at night, then yes I would absolutely recommend renting a car ;-)
@elasharma7964 Жыл бұрын
Hi Sebi, your channel has extremely valuable information, i have watched almost all videos now . I have a query regarding car hire. We are in a group of 6pax with one infant of less than 2 years old. Can we hire a 5 seater car or do we need to book a 7 seater car?
@GreeceExplained Жыл бұрын
You should be able to find a rental company that will agree to give you a 5-seater ;-)
@paolabarjas2 жыл бұрын
Hi Sebastian , I will stay 3 nights in October. but after your videos I want to see so many things that I'm thinking of renting a car. but how difficult is it to find parking? How about Oia, Fira, Pyrgos and Megalochori?. Thanks!
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
Oia and Fira are the only difficult ones for parking. Anywhere else : super easy.
@salemk.3098 Жыл бұрын
my flight is at 6am, all of the car rental agencies open at 7:30am or later, how do i return the vehicle at 4am?
@GreeceExplained Жыл бұрын
They will tell you to leave the car at the airport and hide the keys somewhere. They'll come later to pick it up .
@deemaw1 Жыл бұрын
Hi sebi, thank you so much this is super helpful!! I have a question, will renting be cheaper if booked months ahead like the hotels?
@GreeceExplained Жыл бұрын
Nope, its pretty much a flat rate.
@deemaw1 Жыл бұрын
@@GreeceExplained thanks alot 🙏
@grantw7 Жыл бұрын
But different prices at different times of the year.
@KenLaingUK2 жыл бұрын
What about Taxis? Are they available everywhere? We are planning to stay in Pyrgos and just get taxi to the top and bottom of the Island.
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
1 Taxi ride usually costs 25-40€. Fira and Oia have a taxi station, but elsewhere it's a bit more difficult to find one. The best way is to ask your hotel to arrange it for you. They have all the necessary contacts.
@lincolnmelo7487 Жыл бұрын
Hi Sebastião how are you? We will stay 4 nights in Santorini, arriving at the airport and leaving via Porto. We will stay 1 night in Oia and 3 nights in Firostefani. Besides Oia, Fira and Imerovigli we have plans to visit: Akrotiri, Lost Atlantis Museum, Megalochiori, Pyrgos and SantoWines. In that case, do you think it's necessary to book a car? 1 day at least? Congratulations on the channel. Thanks.
@GreeceExplained Жыл бұрын
Hi Lincoln ! Yes, i would get a car. All the places you mention have a bus stop, but since you re gonna move around a lot, a car would save you a lot of time and trouble.
@lincolnmelo7487 Жыл бұрын
@@GreeceExplained Thank you
@peterjamessmith92652 жыл бұрын
How long does it take to walk from the Akrotiri lighthouse from the Akrotiri bus stop?
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
1h30. No sidewalks.
@ngockhanh214 Жыл бұрын
What you think about driving quad bike in December? Is that cold?
@GreeceExplained Жыл бұрын
10-15 degrees celsius
@KenLaingUK2 жыл бұрын
also I heard someone on youtube said you can hire a private driver for around 50 euros per day, so it's certainly a better option if you don't fancy driving yourself. How easy is it for find these drivers?
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
I haven't heard of such a deal but if it's true, then yes you should absolutely go for it. Even 100€ would be a good deal, if it's for the entire day. No idea how to find these drivers though, as I said, I've never heard of them. Maybe your hotel will know more.
@danasmar1760 Жыл бұрын
hi Sebastian, I have a question as a US citizen do I need a special drivers license to drive in Santorini?
@GreeceExplained Жыл бұрын
No, US citizens are no longer required to have an international DL. You're fine with your US DL.
@hometeam5185 Жыл бұрын
Can I rent a car in Santorini with a UAS drivers license and also is it legal to drive on the island with a USA license?
@GreeceExplained Жыл бұрын
You'll need an international drivers license.
@shwetasuthar4642 Жыл бұрын
Hi......one local agency of car rental told me 300 euro for 6 hours.....50 Euro for one hour during may month can I book or not
@GreeceExplained Жыл бұрын
No thats way too expensive. Are you sure this is not the rate for a car WITH A DRIVER ??
@Lobo2437 ай бұрын
Hi Sebastian...Is there bikes or scooters rentals ??
@GreeceExplained7 ай бұрын
I recommend you watch this video : kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpXHkpqabt1ge7M
@Lobo2437 ай бұрын
@@GreeceExplained Thanks 😊
@rickylasser23122 жыл бұрын
Is Uber or Lyft an option? Is it also overpriced like the taxis?
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
Hey Ricky. Nope they're not an option. They do exist, but they actually send you straight back to the same taxi drivers, thus the same price.
@casakokivi73832 жыл бұрын
We are going to stay in Akrotiri for 3 nights. Do you recommend a car rental?
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
Yes absolutely
@mariejuliesellaye86862 жыл бұрын
hi, think you for yours advices. i want visit santorini in September, have you got some informations about free parking? in oia or fira?
Hi. Me and my girlfriend will also visit in september , where are you all staying?
@mariejuliesellaye86862 жыл бұрын
@@GreeceExplained Thibault you very much
@mariejuliesellaye86862 жыл бұрын
Think
@sangitadesai72782 жыл бұрын
Hey Sebi thank you for this video. I had seen one of your videos regarding a rental car link and can’t seem to find that. Can you please send the link.
@@GreeceExplained Hey sebi, what would be the best car rental places for the island of milos
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
@@tristhetrainer No idea sorry
@Suhelnagar8411 ай бұрын
How about quad bikes ? You recommend?
@GreeceExplained11 ай бұрын
I'm going to release a video on this next week :-)
@manilaspade10052 жыл бұрын
Is the famous 3 hour hike one way? Or for both ?
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
3 hours 1 way
@malharpawar60832 жыл бұрын
Hi Sebi, Could you recommend some good and reliable car rental places in Santorini?
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
Ankor in Perissa
@malharpawar60832 жыл бұрын
@@GreeceExplained Thank you for your help.
@yardenbasri18372 жыл бұрын
Hi sebi, i really like your videos and find them extremely useful ! me and my girlfriend booked hotel in kamari because we wanted to save money and we are still wondering if we should rent a car. we want to travel in most of the island but we have a full five days so I wanted to ask if you think that a car is the better option for us. Another question is for driving in a scooter, only a car license is ok or a motorcycle license is needed ?
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
Hey Yarden ! Yes, for a scooter you need a motorcycle license. Kamari is good for buses, and you have 5 days, so if I were you I'd use the buses !
@simonstones1918 Жыл бұрын
And rent a scooter Seb!
@vantruongsinh2 жыл бұрын
Hi Sebi, really helpful information. I wondering how difficult to drive in Santorini at night ?
@GreeceExplained2 жыл бұрын
There's not much public lightning, but if you drive slowly it ll be all good.
@WagmialldayАй бұрын
but you need an international drivers license to rent a car i think should be mentioned
@GreeceExplainedАй бұрын
Did you watch my other videos ?
@WagmialldayАй бұрын
@@GreeceExplained I've been binging lol, I will be in Athens and Santorini in the next week or so. I am looking at your IG now maybe we can set up a tour.
@user-nl5lu1dw5k Жыл бұрын
Rent an ATV
@lincolnmelo7487 Жыл бұрын
Hello Sebastian how are you? Please, do you know any of these 3 companies? I'm not sure which one to rent in Santorini: -CoolCars Rent a Car -Tony's Rent a Car -cars4rent Thanks lincoln
@GreeceExplained Жыл бұрын
All 3 very reliable
@lincolnmelo7487 Жыл бұрын
@@GreeceExplained thanks for the reply. I'm thinking Tonys has closed because I've already sent several forms on their website and emails and they don't respond.
@grantw7 Жыл бұрын
@@lincolnmelo7487 They have not responded to mine either!