Get to know Santorini island The panoramic volcanic island is a member of the Cycladic Island in the southeastern part of Greece, 200km away from the mainland. It is the largest island in a small region known as Archipelago, found at the south of the Aegean Sea. With Phira as its capital (it is also referred to as Thira), Santorini is a volcanic remain after a volcanic eruption dated back 3500 years ago. It is also among the most vibrant islands in Greece. Explore more with our one and two day trip from Crete to Santorini island. Excursions and tours Caldera hikes Take hikes on the caldera to OIA, which is constructed on the high end of the caldera rim, and is also well known for the best sunsets. Traditional lavish mansions are evidence of the rich people who inhabited OIA a long time ago. At the south side of the caldera is the Phira harbor which also serves as Santorini’s capital. It is easy going down but difficult going up because of how steep it is. If you can’t go back up on your own, locals offer transport services which are basically donkey rides. If you are a fun of nightlife, never miss a night of Phira because the night ‘never sleeps’. You will have all the fun you want from discos to tavernas, bars, and restaurants. You can get a better view of the Caldera from the center, where there is a small island known as Mea Kameni. Ruins of Ancient Thera The ruins were named after a fictitious ruler who was known as Theras and was first inhabited in the 9th century by the Dorians. At the bottom of the mountain where they are located, is Kamari, where you can access the ruins from. Optionally, there are trek trails on both sides of the mountain that you can use to get to the ruins. Black sand beaches For an amazing sea bathing experience, Kamari and Perissa which
Get to know Santorini island The panoramic volcanic island is a member of the Cycladic Island in the southeastern part of Greece, 200km away from the mainland. It is the largest island in a small region known as Archipelago, found at the south of the Aegean Sea. With Phira as its capital (it is also referred to as Thira), Santorini is a volcanic remain after a volcanic eruption dated back 3500 years ago. It is also among the most vibrant islands in Greece.
