Greece · Europe
Santorini
Whitewashed villages on the rim of a sunken volcano.
- Best time
- May–Jun, Sep–Oct
- Flight time
- 4h from London · 11h from New York (via Athens)
- Language
- Greek
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Time zone
- Europe/Athens
About Santorini
Why we love Santorini
Santorini's villages cling to the edge of a flooded volcanic caldera, their white cubes and blue domes glowing against the deep Aegean. It is one of the most romantic islands on earth, and famously one of the best places to watch the sun set.
We look beyond the postcard: private catamaran cruises to hot springs, tastings of volcanic Assyrtiko wines, quiet black-sand beaches and cave suites with plunge pools carved into the cliff.
Highlights not to miss
- 01
Sunset catamaran
Sail the caldera, swim at the hot springs and watch the sun sink from the water.
- 02
Volcanic wine tasting
Taste mineral Assyrtiko in centuries-old cellars with a local winemaker.
- 03
Oia, before breakfast
Wander the marble lanes of Oia in the golden early morning, all to yourself.
- 04
Island hopping
Add Milos or Folegandros by private yacht for beaches without the crowds.
When to go
The best time to visit Santorini
Our travel designers recommend May–Jun, Sep–Oct for Santorini. Temperatures are average daytime highs; rainfall is the monthly average.
| Month | Average high (°C) | Rainfall (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14 | 65 |
| Feb | 14 | 55 |
| Mar | 16 | 45 |
| Apr | 19 | 20 |
| May | 23 | 10 |
| Jun | 27 | 2 |
| Jul | 29 | 1 |
| Aug | 29 | 1 |
| Sep | 26 | 8 |
| Oct | 23 | 30 |
| Nov | 19 | 50 |
| Dec | 16 | 70 |
Journeys
Journeys to Santorini
FAQ
Santorini, answered
Late May, June and September are ideal: warm, sunny and calmer than the peak weeks of July and August.