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Santorini Vacations, Trips & Travel Packages

  • Mesa Gialos, Fira, Santorini, Greece
  • Santorini Island, Greece
  • Santorini Island, Greece
  • Enjoy a leisurely beach vacation on Thira, also known as Santorini

Santorini is part of the Cyclades group of islands. It is an island, on a Greece vacation that you might imagine as an archetypal Greek Island with its white-washed houses and churches and blue sky. This very beautiful island was formed by a huge volcanic eruption which created a large lagoon in the middle of the island. It is consequently surrounded by steep cliffs on three sides. It still has an active volcano, the only one in the world whose crater is in the sea. The last big eruption occurred 3,600 years ago. Santorini has a reputation as being a romantic island with its crystal-clear waters perched on the rim of a volcano in the middle of the sea - add to this its amazing sunsets. 

The capital is Fira, a town of proverbial white-washed houses which lies on top of a series of high cliffs. It is where you will be rewarded with panoramic views of the island and an amazing view of the volcano on trips to Greece. It is in Fira, on travel to Greece, that you can sit at a café, bar or restaurant and enjoy wonderful views of the harbour where the cruise ships call in. The Santorini Archaeological Museum in Fira has exhibits from Roman times to the 5th Century AD. For more dramatic views, take the cable from the town to the top of the cliff. 

Akrotiri is an ancient city dating back to the Minoan civilization (2700–1420 BC) which was rediscovered only 50 years ago when it was found under the volcanic ash from an earthquake in the 1600’s BC. You can view three-storey buildings that survived plus roads, drainage systems and pottery. Like the Roman ruins of Pompeii, it is remarkably well-preserved. Excavated artifacts are shown in the Museum of Prehistoric Thera in Fira. 

Oia is a very pretty village, again situated high on a top of a cliff overlooking the sea, with cave houses and restaurants built into the cliff edge. This is a place for white-washed blue-domed churches and charming, traditional Cycladic houses. Impressive houses in the town are "cliff houses" built in the niches carved into the caldera keeping them warm in winter and cool in summer. There are several small art galleries including the Art Gallery Oia. The town also has numerous restored churches. One of the most popular attractions in the town is watching the sunset. This is a special event every evening as the sunset lights up the houses.  

Santorini is also known for its wine production which comes from its many vineyards scattered around the island. The most popular is the sweet and strong Vinsanto, a dessert wine.  

 

Extend your Stay

Consider an additional stopover to your Greece vacation at one of Goway's other European destinations. You can choose from a Paris vacation, a London vacation or an Amsterdam vacation. This can be done stopping over en route to or from Greece.

Santorini

  • Eat + Drink: Athens and Santorini

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Delight in local gastronomy, visit the iconic ancient Acropolis in Athens, hop on a high-speed ferry to the charming Saronic islands, catch the famous sunset in Santorini and take a dip at the Red Beach. This program also includes food experiences such as 2 cooking classes, 9 wine tastings, 2 cruises and a beach barbeque.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,485
    Trip Type:
    Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Gems of the Greek Isles: Athens, Milos, Santorini and Mykonos

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Discover the famous islands of Greece on this 10-day vacation. In Athens, step outside the city to explore ancient ruins in Epidaurus and Mycenae. Then visit the islands of the Cyclades, including Milos, Santorini, Mykonos, and Delos, to discover rocky landscapes, sunny beaches, and ancient treasures.
    Duration:
    10 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,711
    Trip Type:
    Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Athens & the Idyllic Aegean Cruise

    FIRST-CLASS | CRUISE: Spend 2 nights in Athens, then explore the idyllic Aegean on this cruise throughout the Greek Islands. As you journey from island to island, you'll experience the nightlife of Mykonos, stroll along windswept cliffs on Santorini, enjoy the pristine beaches of Milos, and feast on world-famous cuisine on sunny Crete.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ On Request
    Trip Type:
    Cruises & Sailing
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  • Highlights of Santorini

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Enjoy this spectacularly beautiful island with its sandy beaches, active volcano and marvelous sunsets. Visit the countryside and discover and taste the region's famous wine varieties. Then, see the active volcano craters, take a swim and discover traditional villages. This program ends in Oia, the idyllic charming village perched on a hillside - quintessential Santorini!
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,061
    Trip Type:
    Stopovers/City Breaks, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Best of Greece: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Take in Greece’s highlights as you explore the country’s ancient past and vibrant present. Tour the world-famous Acropolis in Athens, Greece’s ancient capital, before sampling the iconic nightlife of Mykonos and the rugged volcanic landscape of Santorini in the Cyclades.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,329
    Trip Type:
    Bucket List Travel Ideas, Romance & Honeymoon, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Essence of Greece: Athens, Rethymno, Heraklion, Santorini & Paros

    MODERATE | TAILOR-MADE: Explore the country’s ancient past and vibrant present as you journey through Greece. See the iconic Acropolis in Athens and nearby ancient sites. In Crete, visit important monasteries and Renaissance monuments of Rethymno and the open-air market in Heraklion. Marvel at the the iconic white-washed homes of Santorini and explore the golden beaches of Paros.
    Duration:
    14 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,018
    Trip Type:
    Romance & Honeymoon, Single Friendly, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Athens and Santorini: Stay of Distinction

    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Embark on a Greece vacation to some of the finest accommodations in the Old World. Staying at the Electra Palace Hotel Athens in Athens and Canavaes Oia Hotel on Santorini, you’ll enjoy luxury accommodations as you explore Athens’ world-famous historical centres and delight in the white-washed paradise of Santorini.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 5,484
    Trip Type:
    Private Experiences, Stays of Distinction, Stopovers/City Breaks, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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