Cyclades

Santorini

Caldera cliffs, blue domes and the most photographed sunset in the Aegean.

Main port
Athinios
Recommended nights
2–3
Best time to visit
May, Jun, Sep, Oct
Wind & disruption risk
Moderate

Santorini is the Cyclades at their most dramatic: a flooded volcanic caldera ringed by cliff-top villages, black-sand beaches and cave hotels carved into the rock. Ferries dock at Athinios, a switchback drive below Fira, so build in transfer time before your next hop.

Times, prices and frequencies are indicative and change by season and operator. Always confirm the live timetable before you book.