Santorini

Santorini Travel Guide

Romantic, stunning, peaceful, mystical, vibrant, unforgettable. It's been described a thousand times, though one simple word captures Greece's southernmost island in the Cyclades: paradise. Santorini, or Thira, is a stunning island famous for all kinds of luxury vacations, from romantic getaways to dream honeymoons, from unforgettable weddings to fun-filled island escapes with friends.

Santorini, once one single island, is actually a sparkling string of five volcanic islands, the main one plunging into a startling caldera. When approaching Santorini on your yacht charter, you'll be greeted by alabaster shores, hidden coves and spindly roads that carve their way up to the towns perched on the cliffs. The iconic white-washed homes tumble down the cliffs at Oia, Santorini's charming town known mainly for its spectacular sunset celebrations.

Hike through the volcanoes, relax on black and red beaches and go scuba diving into Santorini's crystal clear sea. There's no limit to what you can do on this breathtaking island. Santorini is home to legendary beaches and stunning villages. Everywhere you look, the scenery takes your breath away. Go horseback riding (or donkey riding!) snorkeling in the aquamarine water and soak up the neverending sunshine on the colorful sands. Once again, welcome to paradise.


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Time Zone

UTC+2

Language

Greek, English spoken in most tourist areas

Money

Euro (EUR)


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The Most Romantic Luxury Vacation Spots The Most Romantic Luxury Vacation Spots

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Zannos Melathron Luxury Villa: Gourmet Gastronomy Vacation in Santorini Zannos Melathron Luxury Villa: Gourmet Gastronomy Vacation in Santorini

Zannos Melathron is a unique Relais & Châteaux-listed Greece private villa boutique hotel in Santorini, offering awe-inspiring views of the Cycladic Island. In a 18th and 19th century Mediterranean manor house, the Zannos Melathron Villa offers its guests unsurpassed fairytale luxury in a romantic historical ambience with refined, gourmet cuisine and dedicated personalized service.

Katikies Hotels offers luxury romantic getaways in Santorini Katikies Hotels offers luxury romantic getaways in Santorini

By capturing the philosophy and distinct character of each hotel through the website, users can discover the Katikies Hotels' idyllic locations in Santorini's hotspots like Oia, Firostefani and Imerovigli. These locations are romantic, unforgettable and simply incredible. From the Katikies Hotel to the couples-only retreat at Sun Rocks, Katikies Hotels captures the natural beauty of Santorini.

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Exceptional Greek Holiday Villa - Villa Santorini 0205 Exceptional Greek Holiday Villa - Villa Santorini 0205

Vacation Rentals in Cyclades, Greece
Bedrooms: 5 - Max. Occupancy: 10

The original Santorini Holiday Villa structure has been gracefully renovated and restored to its authentic splendour, and retains the genuine layout and classic Santorini features. A large courtyard [...]

Price Upon Request

Enjoy the Perfect Greek Holiday Home - Villa Santorini 0204 Enjoy the Perfect Greek Holiday Home - Villa Santorini 0204

Vacation Rentals in Cyclades, Greece
Bedrooms: 4 - Max. Occupancy: 8

This beautiful Santorini Villa was originally an early 18th century mill and winery complex now converted into a ravishing home, cleverly and simply designed with excellent features and modern [...]

Price Upon Request

Island Holiday Villa on Cliffs Edge - Villa Ilios & Selene Island Holiday Villa on Cliffs Edge - Villa Ilios & Selene

Vacation Rentals in Cyclades, Greece
Bedrooms: 2 - Max. Occupancy: 4

Discover a gorgeous Santorini island villa with panoramic views of the sea. Villa Ilios & Selene is ideally situated 300m above the sea on the cliffs edge in the peaceful village of Imerovigli. A [...]

$378 - $908/DAY

Island Pool Villa - Mansion Sophia Island Pool Villa - Mansion Sophia

Vacation Rentals in Cyclades, Greece
Bedrooms: 2 - Max. Occupancy: 4

The imposing large wooden entrance gates of the lovely Santorini villa Mansion Sophia conceal a secluded and pretty private courtyard, complete with the recent addition of a swimming pool. Double [...]

$543 - $1,135/DAY

Greek Pool Villa in Village Center - Stone House Villa Greek Pool Villa in Village Center - Stone House Villa

Vacation Rentals in Cyclades, Greece
Bedrooms: 1 - Max. Occupancy: 2

This charming Santorini villa is tucked away in the heart of the village. The enclosed cobbled courtyard has a private plunge pool which doubles as a Jacuzzi with four massage jets to one side of the [...]

$371 - $605/DAY