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Santorini, Greece

Blue-domed whitewashed buildings characterize Oia. These buildings are perched on the cliffs all-around the town giving a unique stay experience.

Hike from Fira to Oia

Skaros Rock

Sunset at Oia

Oia's Main Street

Blue Domed Churches

Santorini Volcano Tour

Sunset Cruise

Ammoudi Bay

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"Greek island of sunsets, white villages, and caldera views"

Santorini Tourism

Santorini Is one of the most spectacular islands in Greece. It is a part of the Cyclades islands and sits in the Aegean Sea, halfway between Athens and Crete. The crescent-shaped island is famous for its iconic white houses, blue dome churches and windmills. It is the most photographed island in the world. The highlights of Santorini are its hikes, beaches, sunset views, hot springs and clifftop wineries.

The best things to do in Santorini are hiking the caldera, wine tours, luxury sunset cruises of the caldera, swimming in the hot springs, and visiting the charming villages of Pyrgos and Emporio. The beaches of Santorini are made up of volcanic rocks and pebbles, unlike the white sandy beaches of other islands in Greece. However, the red and black sand beaches are still picturesque and peaceful. Santorini is one of the most sought-after places for a romantic honeymoon in Greece, and rightly so.

The moon shape of Santorini is because of the severe volcanic eruption in 1650 BC that formed the island. This eruption created a caldera (a large volcanic crater). While most of the caldera is filled with water today, a small semicircle part of it is left above the ground and is one of the most stunning parts of the island. Nea and Palea Kameni are the active volcanos still found in Santorini.

Transportation: Renting a car or an ATV is a great way to explore the island. Public buses are an option, as well. Few taxis run in Santorini. It is a good idea to prebook them or choose a stay that offers airport transfers.
Sunscreen and Hydration: The sun in Santorini can be intense, so pack and apply sunscreen regularly. Also, stay hydrated, especially during the hot summer months.
Island Hopping: If traveling to Santorini from Mykonos or Athens, the ferry is a convenient and easy option. The ferry terminal at Santorini is the ‘new port’ or ‘Thira port.’ Don't confuse this with Skala (the old port), which is used for cruise ships.
Santorini's Unique Geography: Be prepared for lots of stairs and hilly terrain, especially in towns like Fira and Oia. Comfortable walking shoes are a must.
Pack Light: Santorini's cobblestone streets and numerous stairs can be challenging with heavy luggage, so pack light and use a backpack or rolling suitcase with good wheels.
Sunset in Oia: The sunset in Oia is famous, so make sure to arrive early to secure a good spot, as it gets crowded. Many restaurants and bars offer great views. Also, if you plan to travel by car, arrive early, as parking space is small, and tour buses and big vehicles take up a lot of space.

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Things To Do In Santorini

Hike from Fira to Oia

Skaros Rock

Sunset at Oia

Oia's Main Street

Blue Domed Churches

Santorini Volcano Tour

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Blue-domed whitewashed buildings characterize Oia. These buildings are perched on the cliffs all-around the town giving a unique stay experience.

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FAQs on Santorini

What is the best time to visit Santorini?

June to September is the best time to visit Santorini. These months are the peak season which offers the best opportunity to explore activities surrounding the beaches Santorini boasts of, and are therefore ideal for holidays. April, May, October and November is the best time to save money when transportation, food and stay are cheap. This time is also excellent for sightseeing as the weather is pleasant with little rainfall. However, even otherwise, the island is a pleasant vacation destination around the year. The Weather in Santorini ranges from moderately arid to delightful. The summer months are comparatively windier than the other seasons.
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What is the local food in Santorini?

The cuisine in Santorini include: the white aubergine (eggplant); fava caper ; a variety of tomato keftedes, with whole slices of tomatoes fried in batter; dolmades, stuffed vine leaves. Another must-try is fresh fish grilled in tavernas. Don't miss the traditional fried tomato balls of tomato keftedes and be sure to ask for local tomatoes in your salad. They may be the best tasting you have ever had. Santorini is particularly well known for its cherry tomatoes which are very sweet. The cherry tomatoes are usually sundried or sometimes made into sweet tomato marmalade.
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What is the best way to reach Santorini?

There are plenty of flight options available from all over the Europe if you want to get into Santorini. Ferries are also available from Greece port. The flight time from Athens is about 30 minutes.
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How much does a package cost for Santorini?

The packages for Santorini start at INR 58485 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

What are the top hotels in Santorini?

There are 2217 in Santorini which can be booked through Holidify. The most popular hotels in Santorini are Villa Panorama, Casa Turiello, Locazione turistica La Torre, Villa Ieisha, Appartamento Mare A, Villa Eden. You can see all the hotels in Santorini here

What are the things to do in Santorini?

The top things to do in Santorini are Fira, Oia, Akrotiri, Perissa, The Volcano, Winery. You can see all the places to visit in Santorini here

What are the places near Santorini?

The top places near to Santorini are Pompeii which is 16 km from Santorini, Naples which is located 26 km from Santorini, Athens which is located 856 km from Santorini, Mykonos which is located 1009 km from Santorini, Rome which is located 211 km from Santorini

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Dhawal Pagay

7 years ago

The blue domes and picturesque sunsets of Santorini are a regular feature across the spread of top travel magazines, but actually witnessing the labyrinths of narrow cobbled streets bustling with tou (Read More)rists, the typical arches and, the whitewashed buildings is a sight that cannot be justified by mere words.

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