Santorini: Flying Dress Photo © Photoshoot “Express Package”

Santorini’s flying-dress photoshoot turns a short stretch of your holiday into a staged, polished keepsake. The session takes place in Imerovigli, where a photographer guides the poses and an assistant helps the dress catch the air.

I like two things about this package: you choose a gown from a catalog with sizes from US 0 to 22, and the private format gives your group the photographer’s attention. Children and partners can join at no extra cost, too.

The main consideration is the price: $452 per person for a 30-minute shoot, with transportation to the meeting point not included. You’ll also need to wait for the finished images, and the location is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.

What to know before you book

• Imerovigli is the setting: Meet outside the pharmacy near the village bus station, then return to the same spot after the shoot.
• One dress is included: Pick any style from the catalog, with sizes listed from US 0 to 22, or XS to XXL.
• The session is private: Your 30 minutes are for your group, with a photographer and a personal assistant to help make the dress fly.
• The package includes 11 finished images: You receive eight color-corrected photos and three high-end retouched photos.
• The full set takes time: Previews arrive within 7 to 14 days; edited photos follow within 25 days after you make your selection.
• You arrange your own transport: The package does not include a ride to Imerovigli, and the meeting point is also the end point.

A flying-dress shoot in the village where it began

Flying Dress Photo says its Santorini photoshoots began on the island in 2018. This 30-minute Express Package is a focused way to make the idea your own: choose a gown, meet the photographer in Imerovigli, and spend half an hour creating a set of posed images.

It is not a walking tour or a broad introduction to the island. You are booking a photography session, with the village as the backdrop and the dress as the main event. If you want memorable portraits in a striking outfit, that focus is the point. If you’d rather spend your limited time exploring several parts of Santorini, this package is less suited to that goal.

The photographer provides creative guidance, while a personal assistant helps make the dress fly. That division of work matters. The flying effect is part of the look, and having someone dedicated to the dress means you are not expected to manage the fabric while also trying to pose for the camera.

The team’s approach is personal, too. A satisfied customer described the staff as kind and professional, with a clear effort to make sure the final experience met expectations. That is useful in a shoot where you may be trying an unfamiliar outfit and poses in front of a camera.

Choosing a dress that feels like you

After booking, you receive a catalog of gowns in different styles, colors, and sizes. You can compare options before the shoot rather than arriving with no idea what you’ll wear. Sizes range from US 0 to 22, or XS to XXL, giving you a useful spread of choices.

Think about the photographs you want, not just which dress looks best in a catalog. A bold color can make the gown the focus; a more restrained style may feel closer to your usual taste. The package includes one dress of any style, so choosing beforehand is worth a little care.

Two days before the session, the team sends an email with preparation details. Confirm that you receive it, as requested. That small step helps avoid uncertainty about meeting arrangements or what to expect on the day.

The gown is brought to the shoot by the photographer, so you do not need to transport it yourself. The supplied information does not specify changing facilities or whether you should arrive already dressed, so use the preparation email to check anything you need to know about getting ready.

Thirty minutes in Imerovigli

The meeting point is outside a pharmacy close to the bus station in Imerovigli village. The session ends back at the same place, making the start and finish straightforward. Transportation is not included, so plan how you’ll reach the meeting point and allow enough time to arrive ready.

Once the shoot begins, the photographer offers creative guidance, and the assistant helps position the dress for the flying effect. You can expect a directed session rather than an open-ended wander with a camera. That structure makes sense in a 30-minute slot: there is time to work on a planned set of poses, but not to treat the appointment as a long photo outing.

The experience is private, which means the session is for your group rather than a shared appointment with strangers. A partner or children can join at no extra cost. If you want portraits together as well as solo shots, tell the team what matters to you during preparation so you can make useful choices with the short session time.

The exact shoot route and number of backdrops are not specified. It’s sensible to treat Imerovigli as the location for the session, rather than expect a tour that moves around the island. If you have a particular setting in mind, ask about it before booking instead of assuming it is part of the package.

Comfort matters. The suggested items to bring are comfortable shoes, sunglasses, and a towel. Since the shoot is in a village setting and the gown is designed to move, comfortable footwear is a practical choice for getting to the meeting point and preparing between poses.

What the package price buys

At $452 per person, this is a premium photo experience, not a bargain camera session. The cost covers a private 30-minute shoot, one gown from the catalog, photographer guidance, a personal assistant, eight color-corrected images, and three high-end retouched photos. It also includes unlimited usage rights for the photos.

The value depends on how much you care about having professional portraits from Santorini. If you already plan to book a photographer and source a dress separately, the package brings those elements together. If you mainly want casual holiday snapshots, the price may be hard to justify.

The image count needs a close look. You receive 11 finished photos in total: eight color-corrected images and three retouched ones. The package does not say that every image will receive the same level of retouching, so plan around the distinction. If you have a specific retouching request, the team can accommodate requests, but it is best to raise them clearly.

Children and partners may join at no extra cost, which can improve the value if you want family or couple photos within the session. The stated price is per person, so confirm how the booking total applies to your group before paying. The information provided does not explain how many people can join, or how the group’s time is divided.

Unlimited usage rights are another practical benefit. You can use the images without a stated usage restriction, rather than receiving a small set of files tied to limited personal use. If you are booking mainly for a keepsake, the key value is still the finished photos and the assistance that helps create them.

Waiting for the images

You won’t receive the edited photographs on the day. The first delivery is the full set of unedited previews, expected within 7 to 14 days. You then choose the images for editing, and the finished high-resolution photos are due within 25 days after you make that selection.

That timeline makes the shoot a poor choice if you need polished images immediately for a post or announcement. It works better if you are happy to wait until after your holiday. Keep an eye on your email, since selecting the photos is part of the process and the editing period begins after your selection.

The package includes three high-end retouched images and eight color-corrected ones. If you have a preference for particular images or a specific retouching request, make your choices carefully and communicate those requests to the team. The package does not state that all 11 images receive detailed retouching.

Who will enjoy this shoot most

This experience suits you if professional portraits are a meaningful part of your Santorini holiday, and you like the theatrical look of a flowing gown. It also works well for a couple or family who want to join the photos without paying an extra participation fee.

It may be less appealing if you prefer candid photographs, dislike posing, or would rather spend the time and money on island activities. The session is built around a specific visual style, so you should be comfortable being directed and making the dress the star of the pictures.

Consider mobility before booking. The activity is not suitable for people with mobility impairments. The exact terrain and route are not specified, so ask the provider for clarification if you have concerns about walking or access.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option lets you book without paying immediately. Those terms help with planning, but they do not change the main decision: you are paying for a short, private photography session and a set of edited images, not transportation or a wider tour.

Should you book the Imerovigli Express Package?

Book it if you want a polished Santorini portrait in a flying dress and value having a photographer, assistant, gown, and image editing handled as one package. The private format, broad size range, and option for children or a partner to join are useful advantages.

Skip it if the price feels steep for 30 minutes, if you want unposed vacation photos, or if you need images right away. Before committing, confirm the group arrangements, ask any practical questions about changing or access, and choose your dress with care. That preparation helps you spend the short session focused on the photographs you came for.

FAQ

Where does the photoshoot meet?

The meeting point is outside a pharmacy near the bus station in Imerovigli village. The session ends back at the same meeting point.

How long is the photoshoot?

The shoot lasts 30 minutes. Starting times depend on availability.

What is included in the package?

The package includes one flying dress, a 30-minute shoot, photographer guidance, a personal assistant to help make the dress fly, eight color-corrected photos, three high-end retouched photos, and unlimited usage rights.

When will I receive my photos?

You’ll receive the unedited preview photos within 7 to 14 days. After you choose the images, the edited photos are delivered within 25 days.

Can my partner or children join?

Yes. Children and partners are welcome to join at no extra cost.

Is transportation included?

No. You are responsible for getting to the meeting point in Imerovigli.