Santorini Greece 7 Day Itinerary

July 28, 2024

Santorini, Greece - 7 Day Itinerary

Arrival: Fly into Santorini’s JTR Airport (also known as Santorini National Airport)
Transportation: Take a taxi or bus (approximately €2) to your hotel in Fira, the capital town
Hotel: Stay at Katikies Hotel or similar, with stunning caldera views
Lunch: Head to Tamada, a restaurant serving Greek cuisine with beautiful views of the sea
Afternoon: Explore Fira’s narrow streets, visit the Museum of Prehistoric Thira (€5 entrance fee) and enjoy the caldera views at the top of the town
Dinner: Try traditional Greek dishes like moussaka or souvlaki at Metaxi Mas

Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel or try some local pastries and coffee at a bakery in Fira
Transportation: Take the bus (€2) to Akrotiri, an ancient Minoan city
Akrotiri: Explore the ruins of this 3,500-year-old city, including the famous frescoes (€12 entrance fee)
Lunch: Pack a picnic lunch or try some local specialties at Enigma, a restaurant with great views
Afternoon: Visit the nearby Red Beach (free entrance) and enjoy the scenic views of the sea
Dinner: Head to Selene Restaurant for some excellent Greek cuisine

Breakfast: Start your day with breakfast at a local bakery or café in Fira
Transportation: Take the bus (€2) to Oia Village, famous for its stunning sunsets
Oia Village: Explore the village’s narrow streets, take some photos of the beautiful architecture and enjoy the caldera views
Wine Tasting: Visit Santorini Winery or Venetsanos Winery for a wine tasting (approximately €10-€20 per person)
Lunch: Enjoy some local cuisine at Muse Restaurant, with beautiful views of the sea
Afternoon: Visit the nearby village of Imerovigli and enjoy the scenic views of the caldera
Dinner: Try some traditional Greek dishes like lamb or chicken at Avocado

Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel or a local bakery in Fira
Transportation: Take the bus (€2) to Perissa, where you’ll board a boat for a day tour of Santorini’s surrounding islands and hot springs
Boat Tour: Explore the nearby islands, swim in the hot springs and enjoy some snorkeling or swimming in the caldera (approximately €30-€50 per person)
Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch on board or try some local cuisine at Katina, a restaurant in Perissa
Afternoon: Return to your hotel and enjoy some relaxation time or explore Fira’s markets
Dinner: Head to Bella Cosa for some excellent Greek cuisine

Breakfast: Start your day with breakfast at a local bakery or café in Fira
Transportation: Take the bus (€2) to the village of Akrotiri, where you’ll visit the nearby beaches
Red Beach: Explore this beautiful beach, known for its red sand and crystal-clear waters (free entrance)
White Beach: Visit this secluded beach, accessible only by boat or a short hike (free entrance)
Lunch: Pack a picnic lunch or try some local cuisine at Apaneme, a restaurant with great views
Afternoon: Return to your hotel and enjoy some relaxation time or explore Fira’s markets
Dinner: Try some traditional Greek dishes like seafood at Selene Restaurant

Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel or a local bakery in Fira
Transportation: Visit the Museum of Prehistoric Thira (€5 entrance fee), which houses some of Santorini’s most important artifacts
Afternoon: Explore Fira’s markets and try some local cuisine at Tamada
Dinner: Head to Metaxi Mas for some excellent Greek cuisine

Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel or a local bakery in Fira
Transportation: Take the bus (€2) back to Santorini’s JTR Airport, where you’ll depart

Things to Know

Be prepared for crowds and lines during peak season (June-August)
Try some local cuisine and drinks, such as Greek salad, moussaka, souvlaki, ouzo or raki
Respect the local culture and traditions
Don’t forget your sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat

Tips

Try to visit the famous Oia Village at sunset for stunning views
Take a boat tour to explore Santorini’s surrounding islands and hot springs
Visit the Museum of Prehistoric Thira to learn about Santorini’s rich history
Enjoy some local cuisine and drinks, such as Greek salad, moussaka, souvlaki, ouzo or raki
Respect the local culture and traditions

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