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How to spend 2 days in Santorini in September 2023?

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Santorini is undoubtedly one of the top travel destinations in the world. Its romantic atmosphere, the legendary sunset and the imposing view from the caldera are enough to make you a permanent resident. If you are looking for short alternative trips, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, then Santorini may be on your list, despite its popularity. See how to to spend 2 days in Santorini in September 2023.

The first day on the island of Santorini in September 2023

Santorini is an attraction in itself, you realize this from the first moment you set foot in the port and face the imposing red rocks. When you manage to escape the army of rooms to let, then your journey will officially begin.

Firostefani

First stop is Firostefani! Enjoy your breakfast in one of the cafes in the area, which give you a great view and of course the necessary strength to continue your tour. If you feel rested, it is worth walking the path Firostefani – Fira and fill your camera’s memory with white domes and different shots of the volcano.

Continuing your route,  stop at Finikia, a beautiful picturesque settlement just below Oia. In Finikia you will find everything you are looking for in the post-covid era, calmness, no crowds and of course absolute Santorinian hospitality. After regrouping and the necessary luggage arrangements, it is time for yourfirst dive.

Perivolos beach

Next stop Perivolos.The huge black beach of Santorini awaits you for unforgettable moments by the sea. Black fine gravel and dark blue waters marry with the volcanic landscape and challenge you to dive. As in any volcanic landscape, the ground literally “boils”, so your journey from the deck chair to the beach will be a chore, so make sure you have the right equipment nearby.

See the villages of Santorini in September 2023

Santorini has wonderful villages and it is worth taking a road trip to the mountainous and unknown villages of Santorini to most tourists. There is Emporio which is the largest village and has an impressive medieval Kasteli, the cave settlement of Vothona 3.3 km from Fira and the nearby lively village of Mesaria which was the center of industrial development in Santorini during the 19th century.

You can also go to the village of Karterados south of Fira, which during the 19th century was one of the largest captain’s villages on the island, to the small village of Vourvoulos in the northeast, to Exo Gonia in the south which is built on a slope and to the adjacent Episkopi Gonia with the famous church of Panagia Episkopi.

Finally, you can visit the traditional Megalochori near Fira with its wonderful architecture and of course the medieval village of Pyrgos which dominates the slope of Prophet Ilias and has a view of the whole of Santorini. The first capital of the island until 1800 is a castle that retains the characteristics of the Venetian empire with churches, while mansions and country houses coexist harmoniously.

Prehistoric settlement of Akrotiri

Among the attractions of Santorini, the prehistoric settlement of Akrotiri holds the sceptre. It is one of the most important archaeological sites in the Aegean. It is located at the southwestern end of the island and is 15 km from Fira. The site can be visited again from April 2012, after the completion of the construction of the new bioclimatic roof.

The second day in Santorini in September 2023

Start back for the old port of Fira and set sail for the volcano of Santorini. A unique experience awaits you there, as you will arrive by sailboat in Nea Kameni and climb the craters. The view is impressive, as is the atmosphere that the place exudes. The continuation finds us in Palea Kameni for warmer dips in its thermal waters. You can take a Santorini Private Personalized Tour with us!

Take a trip to the volcano Santorini in September 2023

Take a trip to the volcano with the boats that start from Gialos i.e. the old port of Fira, the port of Athens and Ammoudi below Oia. The visit to the volcanoes Nea Kameni and Palaia Kameni with the thermal springs will bring you closer to the myth of the Lost Atlantis and the beginning of the creation of today’s Santorini. You will first go to Nea Kameni where you can walk up to the crater of the volcano.

You should know that in summer the route is not easy, especially if you are not in good physical condition. The path is uphill in several places and the ground is loose. However, the magnificent view of the caldera and its settlements from all parts of the island will compensate you for your effort. Then you will go to Palaia Kameni with the hot springs. If you want, you can swim. The waters have a yellowish color, temperature 5 degrees higher than the rest of the sea and the smell of sulfur is strong.

If you have visited the volcano, invest in a guided tour of one of the island’s wineries and close your day with a tasting.It is worth visiting the village of Pyrgos and Exo Gonia. You can combine it after your bath in Perivolos. For souvenirs, choose beyond the classic magnets, local products, such as Santorini cherry jam, fava beans and of course a vinsanto wine.

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Why visit Santorini in Autumn 2023?

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Why visit Santorini in Autumn 2023?

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 Santorini is 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. See why you should visit Santorini in Autumn 2023.

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.

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.

Idyllic 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.

Luxury accommodations 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

Walks 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.

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 unique experience of a wine tour

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.  You can book a wine tour with Santorini Tours and learn from the professionals why the vineyards in Santorini are not like those in the rest of Greece, taste the unique varieties of wine, learn with which to accompany your favorite your food, but also to be informed about all the innovations prepared by the producers, with the aim of the highest quality product and the protection of the environment.

From the best sunsets to museum tours and delightful vineyard walks, Santorini is well worth a visit during these months. 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.

When the first cool breeze means Autumn, Santorini enchants with its pure white simplicity and the calm that emerges in the volcanic landscape, the previously bustling alleys and the unique sunsets.

This is the season to feel its charm, the charm of Autumn spread over the black and red volcanic rocks, with the white houses and the blue and white churches

Now that the weather is sweeter, without the summer heat, visit Palaia and Nea Kammeni. Refresh yourself with a morning walk on the path that connects Fira with Imerovigli and Oia, enjoying the magnificent view along the Caldera. Get to know the ancient history of the island at Akrotiri.

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How to make a short trip to Santorini amazing?

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For those of you who have limited vacation days, we have prepared a small and very useful guide with what you should not miss while visiting the most beautiful island in the world, Santorini!

The distances are short, so you can see a lot, even if your vacation does not exceed 3-4 days. Besides, as you will see, the sights are so many and interesting, that you will definitely want to go again! The island is ideal for newlyweds and tourists visiting Greece for the first time. The view over the Santorini caldera is a romantic, enchanting , breathtaking point.

Beaches of Santorini

The most famous volcanic beaches of the island are Kamari, Perivolos and Perissa, Vlyhada with its sculpted volcanic rocks, Kokkini and Aspri beach, in Akrotiri. Of course there are others, less famous, but very impressive. Such as Kouloumpos and Pori, Monolithos, Baxedes-Paradisos, Kantharos in Oia, Almyra, Exo Gialos, Gialos, Balos, Kampia, Mesa Pigadia in Akrotiri.

Enjoy your lounger by the pool with a view of the volcano, then plan your excursions to the beaches. Most of them are easily accessible and have sunbeds, beach bars, restaurants, etc.

Excursion to the volcano

The boats depart from Gialos (old port of Fira), the port of Athens and Ammoudi below Oia. The visit to the volcanoes Nea Kameni and Palaia Kameni with the thermal springs will bring you closer to the myth of the Lost Atlantis and the beginning of the creation of today’s Santorini.

Museums in Santorini

The most important museum of the island is that of Prehistoric Thira, in Fira. In Fira it is also worth seeing the Archaeological museum and the Santozeum, with its copies of the frescoes of Akrotiri. In Oia there is the Naval Museum, in Pyrgos the Ecclesiastical Collection and the Cultural Village “Santorini that is gone”. In Kontohori  is the Folklore Museum of Emm. Lignou.

Santorini’s vineyard and wineries to visit

The Santorini vineyard is ancient, with authentic varieties. The finds in the excavations of the prehistoric city of Akrotiri suggest that there was vine cultivation on the island at least since the 17th century BC. The volcanic land did its miracle and the island’s wineries did theirs, offering better and better quality wines every year. Top among others, Vinsanto, the award-winning “wine of the sun.” All wineries can be visited and you can do tastings.

Food in Santorini

Dehydrated tomatoes, fava beans, capers, katsouni, white eggplant are the products that stand out in Santorini. In Santorini’s homes and restaurants you will taste the delicious products of the volcanic land and try traditional cuisine recipes such as tomato meatballs, fava beans, white eggplants, tomatoes and others.

In the prehistoric settlement of Akrotiri

It holds the scepter among the attractions of Santorini and is one of the most important archaeological sites in the Aegean. From the first moment you enter the archaeological site of Akrotiri, which is now housed in a new and innovative bioclimatic canopy, you will feel emotion just thinking that in this area, in the Middle and Early Late Bronze Age (20th-17th century BC) was one of the most important urban centers of the Aegean. It is located at the southwestern end of the island and is 15 km from Fira.

In ancient Thera

Climbing Mesa Vounos, which rises above Kamari and Perissa, you will find yourself in ancient Thira. It was founded in the 9th century BC. by Dorian settlers, led by Thera and was inhabited until the early Byzantine times. The Hellenistic and Roman phases of the city have mainly been revealed. The view from up there is breathtaking.

Walking on the rim of the Caldera

The old path that connects Fira with Firostefani and Imerovigli and from there continues to Oia, it is the most beautiful on the island. Even if you don’t have much time, it is worth walking even a small part of it (Fira-Firostefani, or Firostefani-Imerovigli and vice versa). It is a unique experience and you will remember it for a long time. You can come early in the morning, or at sunset.

Santorini’s unique and rugged landscape was shaped by a catastrophic volcanic eruption some 3,500 years ago. There are much to do in Santorini but trust us it is worth lying all day on one of the island’s impressive beaches if it is what you want.

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What you can see in Santorini in August 2023?

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What you can see in Santorini in August 2023 with Santorini Tours?

From the first moment you set foot on this unique and special island in every way, you will feel the need to visit Santorini again and again. What makes it unique and special among others is its volcanic terrain, intense color changes, its history, its distinct beaches and the view that literally takes your “breath away” from whichever side of the island you are.

It is the southernmost island of the Cyclades. The terrain of the island is volcanic and from the side of the volcano the island is extremely rocky. An extremely important archaeological wealth contributes to the special physiognomy of Santorini: the Ancient City in Mesa Vounos and the Prehistoric settlement of Akrotiri.

Santorini also has a unique heritage of folk traditional architecture, in the settlements of Vothona, Messaria, Finikia and Megalochori, and sophisticated fortified settlements at Pyrgos, Emporio and Akrotiri

The climate of the island is cool due to the north-easterly winds and the winter is sweet and mild with an average temperature of 10oC. Rains are frequent in winter and almost non-existent in summer. The soil is fertile and favors the cultivation of vines and tomatoes. The island is almost arid with little spring water

Today Santorini has 7000 permanent residents scattered in its 10 or so villages. Fira is the capital of the island and Oia, one of its most beautiful villages known throughout the world for its impressive and enchanting sunset. Its “black” beaches, with their steep cliffs and volcanic rocks give the island a special character.

The history of the island

Santorini in ancient times was called Strogyli because of its circular shape which changed with the eruption of the volcano in 1650 BC. and the central part of the island sank thus forming the Caldera. The Phoenicians called her Callisti and the Dorians Thera.

The name Santorini was taken in the 12th century by the Franks who actually called it “Santa Irene”, meaning Saint Peace. The eruption of the volcano was also the important reason  for cutting off the large development of the island since until 2000 BC.

Santorini’s events in August 2023

At the end of August, the Municipality of Thira organizes the reenactment of the eruption of the volcano. Thousands of sparklers and flares, accompanied by muffled noises, evoke memories of the volcano’s eruption, fear and awe both for local residents and visitors to the island. At the end of the evening there is a concert by well-known Greek artists.

In the village of Akrotiri, the process of performing the traditional Santorini wedding is presented once during the summer, accompanied by various funny events and customs.

Fira: the base village of Santorini

Fira is the largest center and capital of Santorini. This is where you will arrive and probably stay. Its cobbled streets are full of restaurants, cafes, hotels and souvenir shops.

Oia: the most famous village of Santorini

Oia is the most photographed and advertised village of Santorini. Yes, the one you saw in thousands of Instagram photos and travel agency offers

The sunsets from here, overlooking Ammoudi Bay and the perfect lodges built into the volcanic rock, are widely considered to be among the best in the world, attracting thousands of tourists every afternoon

The most famous view is from the Castle of Oia, but you can imagine how many people there are. If you want to get a good spot, be sure to arrive early

Mesa Gonia: vines at the foot of the mountain

Also called Episkopi Gonias, it is a village in the interior of the island, surrounded by vineyards and at the foot of Mount Prophet Elias, the highest point of the island and which has a monastery at the top that you can visit

It is a quiet place famous for its wine production. If you are interested in doing a tasting, at the entrance of the town is the Canava Roussos winery, the oldest in Santorini (1836)

The church of Panagia tis Episkopi is its great symbol, built in the 11th century and surviving the great earthquake of 1956 that destroyed a large part of the city.

Emporio: a classic Santorinian village

Although not many, there are still a few places in Santorini that are not overrun with tourists, especially if you are outside of the high season months.

Emporio, the second most populous settlement of Thira, is an inland town with a small fortified historic area of narrow cobbled streets, traditional whitewashed houses and churches with blue domes, built during the Venetian rule in the 15th century, as well as the Tower. of Nibori. It’s a beautiful place to walk at sunset, when the walls are painted re

Much less photographed than Oia, on the outskirts of the city there are some windmills, structures that, although found in many parts of Greece, have become a representative image of Santorini

Nea Kameni: climbing the volcano in August 2023

From Thira you can take a boat that in 20 minutes will drop you in the heart of Santorini: the island of Nea Kameni, located right in the center of the flooded caldera

Climbing the smoking crater at the top of the volcano is an unforgettable experience, passing chimneys that release sulphurous steam along the way. But to make it a happy memory, put on a good sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and bring plenty of water, because there is no vegetation to protect you from the rays. It’s clearly not a good idea to get too close to the crater either.

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