Hiking Santorini

There are several amazing and unique hiking-paths on Santorini. The longest and best known hike is the one that starts from Fira, and ends up to Oia through Firostefani and Imerovigli. This is truly breathtaking. It would normally take you no more than 3 hours but if you are mesmerized by the view and the colours, it may take you a bit longer. In any case it is worthwhile. There is also another trekking-path that starts from Kamari up to Ancient Thira and then up to Profitis Ilias (the name of the summit of the only rocky mountain of Santorini). From Ancient Thera you could also access Perissa, a wonderful black sandy beach on the Southern part of Santorini. A nice trek, even though not very physically demanding is to set out from Perissa and walk all the way to Vlychada. I forgot to mention also the most alien and unique trail of Santorini: Santorini’s volcano. Estimate an hour and a half for this one. The trail starts from where the small boat would let you off and goes up all the way to the volcanic crater. The surroundings are very march-like and the temperature goes way up during the middle of the day. The odour of sulphur intensifies as you approach the crater and the views towards Santorini Caldera are truly amazing.