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Perch on the edge of a volcano’s caldera and enjoy some of the most iconic views in the Med on breathtaking Santorini holidays.
There’s that first fairytale moment that you set eyes on Santorini and see those snow-white layers on top of the cliff dotted with Tiffany blue pools tumbling down into the sea. Once you’ve got your bearings in the maze of pathways, you’ll be dining in pink-walled restaurants over lobster carpaccio or on butternut wood tables under the stars where Moet and oyster bars overlook stunning black sand beaches.
There are few that don’t know holidays to Santorini are unmissable, and the crowds that throng through the island’s prettiest town, Oia, are testament to this. We’ll tell you to explore early or late to miss the packs, instead spending delicious days on crisp-white restaurant terraces or in private pools looking out to the Aegean Sea. And there are plenty of these. Humble houses have been converted into minimalistic clean-lined cave hotels, infinity pools come with cliff-hugging caldera views and luxurious Champagne lounges are sprinkled with the talcum-white treatment too. Venturing out you’ll find Santorini holidays are all cable car rides dipping off the edge of the volcano, archaeological ruins that rival Pompeii, a zigzag of slender streets filled with sea green shutters and blue domed churches, and chalky white cliffs crumbling onto pristine grey sands.
Give us a call and discover first-hand why this stylish speck of an island is one of the most photographed in the world.
Santorini Hotels
Our recommendations for the best places to stay in Santorini
Mystique, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Tumbling down the caldera cliffside, this exclusive southern Oia hideaway offers effortless luxur...
Vedema, a Luxury Collection Resort
Contemporary design rubs shoulders with cobblestoned alleyways and a 400-year-old wine cave resta...
Santo Pure Oia Suites & Villas
In one of the best sunset-viewing settings in Santorini, this relaxed, stylish and grown-up retre...
Holidays in Santorini
- Santorini
- 4 Star
In a naturally magnificent setting, this boutique hotel comes with a warm welcome and chic accommodation.
Price based on:
- 7 nights from £1,160 p/p
- 2 adults
- Bed and Breakfast
- Return flights from Manchester
- Transfers included
- Travel on Tuesday 27th October 2026
- Santorini
- 5 Star
A sugar-white coastal stunner carved into volcanic rock, where every room comes with a private pool.
Price based on:
- 7 nights from £1,976 p/p
- 2 adults
- Bed and Breakfast
- Return flights from London Gatwick
- Transfers included
- Travel on Tuesday 5th May 2026
- Santorini
- 4.5 Star
A classic slice of Cycladic elegance in Santorini’s pretty capital, this Small Luxury Hotel of the World is a haven of peace and privacy.
Price based on:
- 7 nights from £1,040 p/p
- 2 adults
- Bed and Breakfast
- Return flights from London Gatwick
- Transfers included
- Travel on Tuesday 21st April 2026
- Santorini
- 5 Star
Tumbling down the caldera cliffside, this exclusive southern Oia hideaway offers effortless luxury in one of Santorini’s most spectacular settings.
Price based on:
- 7 nights from £2,619 p/p
- 2 adults
- Bed and Breakfast
- Return flights from London Gatwick
- Transfers included
- Travel on Tuesday 21st April 2026
- Santorini
- 5 Star
Contemporary design rubs shoulders with cobblestoned alleyways and a 400-year-old wine cave restaurant.
Price based on:
- 7 nights from £1,566 p/p
- 2 adults
- Bed and Breakfast
- Return flights from Manchester
- Transfers included
- Travel on Wednesday 7th October 2026
- Santorini
- 5 Star
In one of the best sunset-viewing settings in Santorini, this relaxed, stylish and grown-up retreat has an authentic sense of place
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Volcanic Island Cruise
Admire views of Santorini from a different perspective as you cruise around volcanic islands on a traditional Greek boat. First, you’ll sail to the Nea Kameni lava islet, where you’ll join a guided walking tour ascending to the crater of the still-active volcano. Enjoy the sights of Santorini from above before returning to the boat and continuing to the second lava islet, Palea Kameni, known for its hot springs. Here, you can jump off the ship into the thermal waters. Next is the traditional island of Thirassia, where the time is yours to spend as you wish. Relax at the picturesque small port or have lunch in the village of Manolas. You could also transfer to the famous town of Oia, the most photographed place in Greece. The experience concludes with a view over Santorini’s legendary sunset.
• Duration: full day
• Time: 9.45am to 3pm
• Daily departures
• Operates from May to September
• Group experience
Good to know
Not wheelchair/pram accessible as a moderate amount of walking is involved and there are uneven surfaces. Infant seats unavailable. Life jackets are given only in case of emergency. For non-confident swimmers, floating noodles are provided.
Santorini Sunset Dinner Cruise
Sail on a traditional Greek caique boat for dinner with a sunset view. The first stop of your adventure is the volcano of Santorini, where a guided walking tour leads you to the crater of the still-active volcano. Once on top, you can take photos and walk around the volcano’s rim. The next stop allows you to dive into hot springs created by the underwater powers of the volcano. Swim near the shore in volcanic waters and experience bathing in warm therapeutic mud. As you sail above the underwater craters from Palia Kameni, heading north to Thirasia Island, the boat will anchor close to the shore. Dinner is served on board with wine as you watch the sunset in the north cape of Santorini under the whitewashed village of Oia.
• Duration: 2 hours
• Time: 3.30pm to 5.30pm
• Daily departures
• Operates from January to October
• Group experience
Good to know
Not wheelchair/pram accessible as a moderate amount of walking is involved and there are uneven surfaces. Infant seats unavailable. Life jackets are given only in case of emergency. For non-confident swimmers, floating noodles are provided.
Discover Santorini from the Water
Witness the world-famous white-washed architecture for yourself as you set sail along the southern coastline of Santorini. Home to a sanctuary of stories and jaw-dropping scenery, this place is a seventh heaven that will leave you slack-jawed in amazement. Time slows and nature’s beauty takes centre-stage at the picturesque Red Beach, where a fiery carpet serves the ideal spot for a coastal stroll. One of the island’s lesser known wonders, this chilli pepper paradise is met by a lap of crystalline waves that were made for paddling in. From one sandy stretch to another, the powdery sands of the White Beach will quieten your whirring brain, while a stop at the Black Mountain lends a fresh glimpse at the volcanic isle’s many marvels. Boxed off with a beautiful lighthouse and a plunge into the irresistible hot springs, the fun-filled moments are fuelled by a mouthwatering on-board lunch with wine and dessert thrown in for good measure.
• Duration: Full day
• Daily departures
• Operates: Year-round
• Group experience
Get to know Santorini and those important practicalities when planning your perfect holiday.
Capital
TIME DIFFERENCE
GMT+2
CURRENCY
Euro
FLYING TIME TO DESTINATION
4 hours
RELIGION
Christianity (majority Greek Orthodox)
LANGUAGE
Greek
Where is Santorini?
Santorini is one of a small group of Cycladic islands in the southern Aegean Sea, in the province of Thera. Sitting about 74 miles from Crete, the island was once an active volcano, and the caldera is now dotted with white-washed villages and towns.
Oia
There’s the white-knuckle Fira cable car ride down to the old port, and the prettiest of towns, Oia, where you’ll get lost in a maze of streets. Experience sunset over the ruins of the Agios Nikolaos castle and sample catch-of-the-day dishes at vibrant tavernas which line the small port of Ammoudi Bay. For the perfect shot of the one of the most photographed blue domed churches in the world, the best view is from a tiny little alley just off of Gold Street.
Exploring Santorini
Away from the busier areas on the island, you’ll find delicious wines and cheeses with sunset views at the Venetsanos Winery and beautifully preserved archaeological ruins in southwest’s Akrotiri. Quieter villages worth exploring include Megalochori, Pyrgos and Emporio, and Red Beach is a must for its russet coloured sands. The six-mile one-way Fira-Oia hike is worth it for the spellbinding view.
Beaches
A hotspot of luxury hotels, designer boutiques, decadent restaurants and fish tavernas packed along the waterfront, there’s plenty to see and do on holidays to Santorini. You’ll find the most popular beaches of Monolithos and Kamari full to capacity with the fashion crowd, but you can also slink off to more hidden spots, such as Yalos, for much clearer water, more secluded sands and hidden coves that you can swim through for shade.
Getting around
Buses provide a good network for getting around the island, with the central station in Fira providing connections across the island. However, during the summer months, they can become very busy and most travellers find hiring a car to be a far better option. Roads are safe and well made but also narrow and winding. Daily boat tours leave from the old port in Fira to explore neighbouring islands and the caldera. When it comes to tackling the steep staircases that seemingly cling to the side of the caldera, we skip the donkey and mule rides as there are very valid concerns for their welfare from animal welfare groups; we recommend opting for the cable car instead or if you are able, explore on foot.
Food & drink
Those famous Santorini tomatoes, fava and saganaki, refreshing lemon sorbet, catch of the day at a waterfront taverna and fine dining complete with sweeping views of the caldera…. dining on Santorini is easy, breezy casual and sublimely romantic, but always with a side of spellbinding sea views. Booking ahead is thoroughly recommended for the best seats in the house whether you want 19th-Century mansions with gorgeous open-air terraces or tables on private beaches complete with Moet bars and nightly jazz.
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