DESTINATIONS
Santorini
A Once in a Lifetime Destination
ABOUT Santorini
With its cobalt blue-domed churches, winding streets, and stunning volcanic beaches—Santorini is breathtaking. Enjoy tranquil mornings, vibrant evenings, and local wine-paired cuisine. From Fira to scenic villages like Firostefani, Imerovigli, Oia, Megalochori, and Pyrgos, this one-of-a-kind island offers spectacular clifftop views and landscapes.
GETTING TO Santorini
Well-connected by plane from Athens and other mainland and island ports
Accessible via regular ferry services
As a top Greek destination, the island is easily accessible by direct flights from Athens and other airports in Greece, Europe, and Asia. It's also well-connected by ferry from Athens and other mainland and island ports.
HIGHLIGHTS
Wine Heritage
With its volcanic soil and unique climate, the island boasts a rich winemaking tradition. Its famous varieties, such as Vinsanto, Nychteri, and Mezzo, connect ancient and contemporary production, gracing top wine lists worldwide.
Ancient Akrotiri
Akrotiri is a pivotal ancient site and modern-day museum nestled in Santorini's southern side. The Ancient Minoan town remains nearly intact, buried under layers of ash. Scientists associate its destruction with the 17th-century B.C. volcanic eruption, linking it to the Lost Atlantis myth.
The Volcano
Santorini's present-day active underwater volcano offers a unique experience on its two residual islands of black lava. You can explore the volcano, witness its crater, touch the lava rocks, and immerse yourself in sulfuric hot springs known for their therapeutic effects.
Caldera Views
Santorini's caldera, a natural wonder centuries - if not millennia - in the making, emerged after a colossal eruption about 3,500 years ago. It ranks among the world's most beautiful vistas, attracting countless visitors who come to admire the stunning view of the horizon as the sun sets into the sea.
