Santorini Tours & Excursions

Multicoloured cliffs rising up from a sea drowned caldera and too much of white and blue all over, Santorini resembles a large slab of a layered cake. A tourist catering city, Santorini is no secret and is able to draw large number of crowds all round the year. A confluence of past and the future, this beyond gorgeous atoll offers you a peek into the past while gliding into the future effortlessly with accomplished artists, excellent wineries, a unique microbrewery and some of the best lodging and dining experiences the Cyclades has to offer. Along with all this, a cherry on the cake is the multicoloured beaches. For a complete Greek experience however, you can look beyond this huge island for more! The best day trips from Santorini include the following:

1. Anafi

If enjoying the company of nature without being pestered by the presence of other fellow beings is what you seek in your vacation, then Anafi is just the place for you. Unsullied beaches with genuine Greek islands, Anafi is truly a delight to unravel! Though, there is a lack of luxurious hotels with pools or fancy restaurants, the wild side of Greek islands is surely one thing you wouldn't want to miss. Take a stroll down to the beaches and explore the tiny village touching the, this place is ideal for the nudists and free-campers, giving you privacy with relaxation. For a day trip from Santorini, the island of Anafi is accessible by water, with the best way to travel being a ferry from Santorini, taking roughly 1h 10mins of travel time

2. Mykonos

Present in the heart of the Cyclades complex, Mykonos is the opposite of what Anafi had to offer. Known for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, Mykonos offers an exciting nightlife and the beautiful Cycladic architecture, along with spectacular beaches that makes the experience a magnificient experience. Catering to a wide age group, Mykonos is full of activities you can do. A perfect place for the luxury lovers, you can stay in exquisite hotels and swim in the exotic beaches. Another one of the island getaways, for a day trip from Santorini, the place is approachable through the ferry services available by various companies, taking a beautiful journey of 2 hours and 30minutes

3. Naxos

The largest island in Cyclades, Naxos is located in the centre of Paros and Mykonos. Holding great mythological reference, this town is fabled to be the nuptial isle of the god Dionysus, the god of wine. The serenity and peaceful charm of Naxos is ideal for the family trips or romantic getaways, offering a wide array of exotic beaches. Some of the most famous beaches include Plaka, Agios Prokopios, Orkos and Mikri Vigla. This place is also an option for the adrenaline junkies with the availability of activities such as windsurfing and kite-surfing. Being one of the most famous day trip destination from Santorini, there is a wide availability of ferries oscillating between the two islands taking you on a 2 hour magical journey.

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