The tourist season now lasts until the middle or end of October, while in some islands, such as Santorini, it has been extended until the end of November. If you have doubts, read below the 5 reasons that make Santorini ideal at this time of year according to Santorini tours.
In our minds we have combined the Greek islands with summer, the intense sun and the dips in the blue waters. The reality, however, is that every season of the year our islands are very beautiful. Not only are there less people in the alleys and beaches and the prices are more favorable, but also the people are more relaxed.
1. Enjoy an ιdyllic sunset in absolute silence
A work of art reminds of the time of sunset in Santorini. From whichever side of the island you choose to see it, the colors will captivate your gaze. These days, in fact, when the tourist traffic is relatively reduced, the quietness combined with the incredible view that almost the entire island offers will captivate you. We suggest you to walk in Oia and just before sunset choose one of its white terraces and indulge in the magnificent view.
2. Stay in a luxury accommodation at a better price
This is one more reason to want to travel to Santorini in autumn. All those rooms with the white terraces and swimming pools that we admire in the summer, but are never available, are now available at much better prices. In Santorini there are plenty of accommodation options, from rooms for rent to luxurious suites with a unique view of the Caldera.
3. Walk in the beautiful villages and visits to the archaeological sites
In our mind, Santorini has been combined with the sunset, the white houses and the Volcano. And yet, it offers much more. Autumn is ideal to get to know Santorini in all its glory. You can easily tour its villages, observe how the locals live who will be more relaxed compared to summer, walk more comfortably in its alleys and easily climb Skaros, the black rock that in the summer months becomes inaccessible.
In addition, you can visit the island’s museums, but also its archaeological sites, such as Akrotiri and Ancient Thira, which emerged as one of the most important urban centers of the Aegean in the past centuries and many liken it to the lost Atlantis.
4. Eat delicious local dishes
Santorini, in addition to its natural beauty, is also famous for its delicious cuisine. Who does not know Santorini fava beans, capers, local vegetables (usually dehydrated) or the famous tomato meatballs and kopania? All this and more you can enjoy in Santorini. Except that in autumn there will be no waiting in the restaurants, while you will be able to book the table you want.
The local, Greek cuisine meets favorite international flavors and combined with the first quality ingredients, create dishes that take off the palate. Accompany your food with sweet local wines and enjoy the sunset.
5. Wine tours as an unique experience
And since we mentioned wine, let us remind you that Santorini is known worldwide for its wine production. The main grape varieties grown in Santorini and which give all its wide variety of wines are Assyrtiko (which accounts for 80% of the island’s production), Athiri and Aidani from the whites and Mantilaria, Mavrotragano and Voudomato from the red ones. Of course, don’t forget to try Santorini’s signature wine, Vinsanto. We organize private tours of wineries in Santorini.
You will learn from the professionals why the vines in Santorini are not like those in the rest of Greece, taste the unique varieties of wine, learn with which to accompany your favorite food, but also be informed about all the innovations prepared by the producers, with the aim of the best quality product and the protection of the environment.
Santorini in autumn
It is famous all over the world and travelers from every corner of the earth come to see its enchanting sunset. It is Santorini, one of the most popular islands worldwide with its charm, magic and mystery. After all, anyone who has visited it knows well that the wonderful Cyclades is much more.
Her names were also many: from Strogyli to Kallisti or Kallisto, then Thirameni and Rhenia, up to the classic Thera. Its current name is due to the passing Frankish Crusaders, who left it Santa Irina and it was transformed into Santorini.
The legend says that Santorini emerged from the depths of the sea. Signs of life date back to the Early Bronze Age, in the middle of the third millennium BC. The best-known prehistoric settlement is the one in the Akrotiri area, which was buried under ash in the great eruption of the volcano around 1600 BC.
Along with Thirassia and Apsronisi, Santorini is the remnant of the volcanic island of Strongili. Parts of its volcano include Nea and Palaia Kameni. There are many boats that go around the Caldera, giving the visitor the opportunity to see up close the steep rocks and the contrast of the black earth with the white of the Cyclades.
The land tour of the island is also full of emotions. The cave houses in the volcanic soil look like small mosaics in the artwork spread over Fira, Firostefani, Imerovigli or touristic Oia, with its legendary sunset. In Fira, don’t miss a visit to the museum of Prehistoric Thera, to make a virtual journey through time that takes your breath away.
From the best sunsets to museum tours and delightful vineyard walks, Santorini is well worth a visit during these months. Autumn on the island is mild, which means that October is an ideal month for a trip.
And it may in the minds of most be one of the ultimate summer destinations, however, Santorini is irresistibly charming and wonderful in autumn as well.
