1. Watch the Sunset
Santorini is known for its incredible sunsets. To experience it at its best, you must go to Oia. Standing at the top of a ruined castle near the windmill, you’ll witness a magical sight that will leave you spell-bounded when the sun goes down the horizon. Just a heads-up, if you visit in the high season, you may find yourself jumping over a train of heads to get a glimpse of the sunset. But also all the Caldera area from Akrotiri to Oia is a photography sunset heavenThe Akrotiri lighthouse is a great alternative place to experience the remoteness of the sunset. Enjoy some quality time with your loved one, looking at a boat sailing into the setting sun at this relatively less crowded spot.
Another perfect way to experience the natural beauty and stunning sunset of Santorini is by join
Another perfect way to experience the natural beauty and stunning sunset of Santorini is by join
2.Explore the Sea Beaches,activities,tours & more
Beaches
The beaches in Santorini are much different than other beaches in Greece due to their special geographical features.Red and black volcanic pebbles lay the shores of Santorini beaches and cliffs provide a picturesque ambiance of unique beauty in Greece.
The most famous of Santorini beaches is the Red beach, while particularly popular are Perissa beach, Kamari and Perivolos. You will find below a list of the best beaches in Santorini island. Except for the beaches, there are also many places for sightseeing in Santorini. Discover the best villages and things to see in Santorini.
View Santorini beaches
Check the beaches map of Santorini here:
Boat tours
You can do both the volcano walk and the hot springs as part of a boat tour. Be sure to get a tour that takes in the sunset too. There are also tour options to visit Thirassia (a small populated island that forms part of the caldera ring with Santorini) and Red and Black beach. The boats start from either Athinios port (where the ferries arrive), the Old Port below Fira (for this you can take the cable car down), or Ammoudi Bay (below Oia), and most tours offer hotel pickup to get you to the boat.Scuba Dive
The best scuba dive tours and courses in Santorini leave from Caldera Beach near Akrotiri. Costs and prices vary by the package booked but are pretty reasonable considering the wonderful location.Fishing tours
Very professional, very fun fishing tour with lots of hands-on action and a huge lunch.The daytime/lunch tour is best for most but there’s also a sunset fishing tour if that sounds appealing.
Kayak tours
Wonderfully fun! The Morning Tour and Sunset Tour explore the south coast of Santorini (cool but you don’t get to see the caldera). The Round The Lighthouse Tour goes into the caldera and provides incredible views of the caldera cliffs3. Walking & hiking tours Watch the amazing volcano views
The island of Santorini lends itself to hiking and walking as it is characterized by stupendous locations and routes. There are scores of great trails around the island that can excite hikers from all over the world as well as a few off-the-beaten-path spots that offer travellers the chance to discover the hidden treasures of the island. Santorini is, arguably, a manifold island that is worth exploring either alone or by joining a guided tour, which can be accompanied by other interesting activities, making it a unique experience.
The Fira to Oia hike is not just the best hike on Santorini. It is the best hike you will ever done in your life.
The trip from Fira to the Old Port of Gialos and back is the more common hiking route and very easy to access,although there are many stairs.
This route offers beautiful views and doesn't last for more than 20 minutes. The route from Fira to Oia is another light trek,although it is much longer, a little more than an hour.
This hike passes through Firostefani, Imerovigli, Vourvoulos and many other picturesque settlements.
The beautiful beach of Ammoudi is found at the end of the trek,where you can swim and rest.
Fira - Oia hiking map
This route offers beautiful views and doesn't last for more than 20 minutes. The route from Fira to Oia is another light trek,although it is much longer, a little more than an hour.
This hike passes through Firostefani, Imerovigli, Vourvoulos and many other picturesque settlements.
The beautiful beach of Ammoudi is found at the end of the trek,where you can swim and rest.
Fira - Oia hiking map
TIPS
Buy a water before the walk
Start early.It too hot after 11p.m
Bring your sunscreen
Put your hat on