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Santorini itinerary

7 days, hour by hour · GreeceOctober–May

Days
7
Stops
34
Per day
≈ €124
First stop
08:30

By TripWalkers · Updated:

Short answer

The TripWalkers Santorini itinerary runs 7 days and lays out 34 stops, hour by hour, for October–May. The first three days:

  1. Day 1 Fira and the caldera
  2. Day 2 Caldera hike Fira to Oia
  3. Day 3 Volcano and hot springs

Staying less? Start with the first days — TripWalkers uses the opening days of this plan for shorter trips too. Days 3, 4 and 6 are day trips out of the city. Food, entry fees and local transport come to about €124 a day (excluding accommodation and flights).

Day 1 · 09:00–20:00

Fira and the caldera

  1. Nature

    Fira Caldera Walking Path

    Fira's caldera edge: white cubes and blue domes, with the volcano across the water.

    Free

  2. Culture

    Museum of Prehistoric Thera

    Akrotiri frescoes (the Blue Monkeys). Small but a must.

    ≈ €6 per person

  3. Landmark

    Fira Catholic Cathedral & Streets

    White-and-yellow cathedral, Gold Street shops, donkey rides.

    Free
  4. 1 h · travel, break, free time

  5. Food

    Argo Restaurant Fira

    Caldera views; fish and fava.

    ≈ €25 per person
  6. 4 h 15 min · travel, break, free time

  7. Nature

    Fira Cable Car & Old Port at Sunset

    Take the cable car (6 EUR) down to the old port for ship lights. Return by cable car or the 588 steps.

    ≈ €6 per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Lucky's Souvlakis FiraCheap gyros, instead of caldera prices.
  • Santozeum / Megaro GyziPhotos of the 1956 earthquake in the Gyzi mansion; a museum alternative.

Day 2 · 09:00–20:30

Caldera hike Fira to Oia

  1. Nature

    Skaros Rock

    1 hour from Fira along the caldera path (set off at 07:00 in summer). A Venetian fortress rock below Imerovigli with the best views, free.

    Free

  2. Nature

    Imerovigli–Oia Trail

    Profitis Ilias chapel and a ridge of volcanic rock, then the descent into Oia. Carry 1.5 litres of water.

    Free

  3. Food

    Melitini Oia

    Meze restaurant in Oia for lunch, with a sea-view terrace.

    ≈ €20 per person
  4. 30 min · travel, break, free time

  5. Nature

    Ammoudi Bay

    Winter cove with fish tavernas (some open).

    Free
  6. 2 h 30 min · travel, break, free time

  7. Landmark

    Oia Castle

    Ruins of the Agios Nikolaos fortress and the world-famous sunset. Grab a spot 1 hour early (or book a restaurant). Expect crowds and a bus back.

    Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Sunset Ammoudi TavernaGrilled octopus by the bay at Ammoudi.
  • Atlantis Books OiaCave-like bookshop, instead of the bay.

Day 3 · 10:30–16:30Day trip

Volcano and hot springs

  1. Nature

    Nea Kameni Volcano Boat

    Boat from the old port (tour 30-50 EUR) to the volcanic island.

    ≈ €30 per person

  2. Nature

    Nea Kameni Crater Walk

    Black lava path 130 m up to the crater, with sulphur fumes. Park fee 5 EUR.

    ≈ €5 per person

  3. Nature

    Palea Kameni Hot Springs

    Jump off the boat and swim to muddy 35°C water (wear a dark swimsuit).

    Free
  4. 30 min · travel, break, free time

  5. Food

    Thirassia Island Lunch

    Quiet island across the caldera. Taverna in Korfos village (if included in your tour), steps up to Manolas.

    ≈ €20 per person
  6. 30 min · travel, break, free time

  7. Landmark

    Return to Oia via Ammoudi

    The boat returns to Ammoudi or Fira.

    Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Catamaran Caldera CruiseCatamaran trip to Red Beach, White Beach and the hot springs, with food and drinks included. An alternative to the volcano tour (afternoon sunset version).
  • To Psaraki VlychadaFish at Vlychada harbour, if you skip the tour.

Day 4 · 08:30–16:30Day trip

Akrotiri and Red Beach

  1. Culture

    Akrotiri Archaeological Site

    The Minoan Pompeii of 1600 BC (three-storey houses under ash). Covered roof, go in the morning.

    ≈ €12 per person

  2. Nature

    Red Beach

    A winter view of the cliffs.

    Free

  3. Nature

    Akrotiri Lighthouse

    1892 lighthouse at the island's southwestern tip, with views.

    Free

  4. Food

    The Cave of Nikolas Akrotiri

    Beach taverna in Akrotiri: tomatokeftedes (tomato fritters) and fava.

    ≈ €20 per person

  5. Nature

    Vlychada Beach

    In winter: the tomato factory museum and white cliffs.

    Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Tomato Industrial Museum Vlychada1945 tomato paste factory, telling the story of Santorini's tiny tomatoes.
  • Dolphins Akrotiri Beach TavernaWooden taverna over the water.

Day 5 · 09:30–19:00

Wine route: Pyrgos and Megalochori

  1. Landmark

    Pyrgos Village & Kastelli

    The island's highest village, with a Venetian castle quarter and 360° views. Few tourists.

    Free
  2. 1 h · travel, break, free time

  3. Food

    Santo Wines Pyrgos

    Cooperative with caldera views. Taste Assyrtiko and Vinsanto (6 wines) with meze.

    ≈ €25 per person
  4. 30 min · travel, break, free time

  5. Landmark

    Megalochori

    Quiet village with a bell tower, wine cellars and a square.

    Free

  6. Food

    Venetsanos Winery

    1947 winery carved into the cliff. Go early for sunset.

    ≈ €20 per person
  7. 1 h · travel, break, free time

  8. Food

    Domaine Sigalas Oia

    In winter, Sigalas is by appointment only.

    ≈ €30 per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Art Space Winery Exo GoniaArt gallery in a cave winery, instead of Venetsanos.
  • Metaxy Mas Exo GoniaLocals' favourite taverna. Book ahead; an alternative to Santo.

Day 6 · 08:30–23:00Day trip

East coast beaches: Perissa and Kamari

  1. Landmark

    Ancient Thera

    Dorian-Roman city on Mesa Vouno mountain. Zigzag road up from Kamari (taxi or scooter), with the agora and sea views.

    ≈ €6 per person

  2. Nature

    Perissa Black Beach

    A winter walk on black sand.

    Free

  3. Food

    Perivolos Tranquilo Beach Bar

    Sustainable beach bar serving couscous and burgers.

    ≈ €18 per person
  4. 30 min · travel, break, free time

  5. Nature

    Kamari Beach

    Across from Perissa (a mountain separates them). Promenade and black pebbles, plus an open-air cinema (summer).

    Free
  6. 4 h · travel, break, free time

  7. Culture

    Kamari Open Air Cinema

    In winter, an evening stroll along the Kamari promenade.

    ≈ €8 per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Monastery KamariRestaurant in a monastery courtyard in Kamari.
  • Eleftherios Venizelos Museum KamariSmall museum, a rainy-day alternative to the beach.

Day 7 · 08:30–12:30

Imerovigli morning and farewell

  1. Food

    Mezzo Imerovigli Breakfast

    Breakfast with caldera views, quiet in the morning. Greek yoghurt and honey.

    ≈ €20 per person

  2. Landmark

    Anastasi Church Imerovigli

    Blue dome and bell. Visit after breakfast.

    Free

  3. Shopping

    Fira Factory Souvenirs

    Vinsanto, capers, fava and volcanic stone souvenirs in Fira.

    Free
  4. 45 min · travel, break, free time

  5. Landmark

    Santorini Airport

    From Fira: bus 20 minutes or taxi 25 EUR. Farewell (30 minutes to Athinios port for the ferry).

    ≈ €2 per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
  • Mama's House Fira BreakfastLegendary cheap giant breakfast, near Fira bus station.
  • Skaros Morning WalkReturn to the rock, instead of souvenir shopping.

Good to know: 6 things that make a Santorini trip easier

  1. KTEL buses run from Fira (Oia 20 min, Perissa 30 min, 2 EUR). ATV or scooter 25-40 EUR/day. Taxis are scarce (25-40 EUR). Buses serve the airport and Athinios port.
  2. From November to March most hotels and restaurants are closed and it is 12-16°C; the caldera is empty, melancholy and beautiful. April-May and October are ideal (sea 20-23°C, sunset at 19:00).
  3. Akrotiri 12 EUR, Thera 6, volcano tour 30-50, catamaran 120+, wine tasting 20-30. Caldera restaurants 30-50, Perissa 15-20. For tips, round up the bill.
  4. Fava (yellow split pea purée), tomatokeftedes, chlorotyri cheese, white aubergine, Assyrtiko and Vinsanto. Santorini tomatoes are tiny.
  5. Do the caldera hike at 07:00-08:00 (in summer). Donkey rides are available. Luggage can't be wheeled in Oia (steps), so stay in Fira or Imerovigli.
  6. The hot springs stain swimsuits. Red Beach has a rockfall warning.

Spending: ≈ €870 per person for 7 days

  • Food€420
  • Entry and tours€220
  • Local transport€150
  • Other€80

Excludes accommodation and flights. 2026 price estimate, per person.

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Frequently asked questions

How many days do you need in Santorini?

This itinerary is built for 7 days. With 3 days, do the first 3 — TripWalkers uses the opening days of the plan for shorter trips too. The day trip is on day 3, 4 and 6; skip it on a short stay.

How much does a day in Santorini cost?

In this plan, food, entry fees and local transport come to about €124 per person per day. Accommodation and flights are not included. Figures are 2026 estimates.

What time should you start the day in Santorini?

The first stop is at 08:30. Most days start early so you arrive before the crowds, and evenings end with dinner.

Which season is this itinerary for?

This page covers October–May. There is a separate plan for June–September: opening hours, the sea and the weather change the route.