Activities

Santorini stands as a global travel icon, renowned for its unique natural landscape sculpted by volcanic activity, iconic architecture featuring cave dwellings, and exquisite gastronomy highlighting the island’s finest produce.

Embark on activities that epitomize the essence of Santorini when you journey to this Cycladic gem.

Visit the Volcanoes:

Departing from Athinios Port and Ammoudi Bay under Fira, boat excursions to the volcanoes are readily available, offering frequent schedules.

Caldera Cruises:

The quintessential experience of navigating the caldera offers a myriad of options, from catamarans, speedboats, and yachts to wooden sailboats with captains and crews. You’ll explore Nea and Palea Kameni, swim in the therapeutic hot springs of Palea Kameni, marvel at the cliffside hues, dock for a stroll in Thirassia, and witness sunset under Oia.

For a more luxurious voyage, private charters offer onboard dining with chefs, massages, guided dives, and even event services such as parties, receptions, and proposals at sea.

At Vlychada Marina on the east coast, boat rentals are available, as well as at agencies across the caldera villages.

Indulge in Wine & Tasting Tours:

For years, specialized companies have collaborated with wineries to organize wine tours, offering group or private visits to wineries and vineyards, wine tasting, and oenology sessions. Tailored packages for newlyweds are also available, along with organized tours to the island’s attractions and archaeological sites.

Trails:

Fira-Oia: Trek along the caldera’s edge on one of the Aegean’s most breathtaking routes. Spanning 9 kilometers (3-4 hours), this trail passes through Firostefani, the Monastery of Agios Nikolaos, Imerovigli with Skaros, and Profitis Ilias.

Make a stop at the pass overlooking both the western and eastern sides of Santorini, ascend the Black Mountain with the Cross chapel atop, and conclude your journey in Oia.

Profitis Ilias-Ancient Thera:

An easy 45-minute trail offering panoramic views of Perissa, Kamari, and the surrounding Cycladic islands. It commences from the Profitis Ilias Monastery above Pyrgos.

Ancient Thera-Perissa:

An excellent 30-minute route.

Diving:

To explore Santorini’s stunning underwater world, specialized companies offer equipment rentals and guided dives.

Prime dive spots include the Santa Maria shipwreck (sunk in 1975 near Palia Kameni), Aspronisi, the Adiavatis reef, Indian Rock at Akrotiri, Mesa Pigadia with its caves, and Armeni near Oia (for wall diving).