Visit Santorini and the Greek islands

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Planning guide

At a glance

Best time: May to June and September to October. July and August are hot, expensive and crowded
How long: 3 to 4 days on Santorini, plus 3 to 7 days on other islands
Fitness: easy, but the villages have many steps

Beating the crowds

Santorini gets very busy when cruise ships are in, usually late morning to late afternoon. Greece now charges cruise passengers an extra fee to visit Santorini and Mykonos in peak season. Visit Oia and Fira early in the morning or in the evening, watch the sunset from Imerovigli or Pyrgos instead of the packed Oia castle, and spend the middle of the day at a beach or winery.

Island hopping

Ferries link Santorini with Naxos, Paros, Ios, Milos and Crete. Fast ferries take 1 to 3 hours. Book summer ferries ahead on an official operator or booking site. Naxos and Paros are cheaper bases with great beaches and food.

Getting there

Fly to Santorini (JTR) directly from many European cities in season, or via Athens. You can also ferry from Piraeus in Athens (about 5 to 8 hours).

Rough costs per person (excluding flights)

$ to $$: hostels and inland guesthouses, gyros and ferries: about €70 to €120 a day
$$$: caldera-view hotel in shoulder season, tavernas: about €200 to €350 a day
$$$$ to $$$$$: cave suites with plunge pools, private boat trips: €600 to €1,500+ a day

Good to know

Greece charges a nightly climate resilience fee per room, higher in summer and for better hotels.
Rent an ATV or car only if you're confident on narrow, busy roads, and always wear a helmet.
Bring sturdy sandals. Volcanic beaches get very hot.

Sources

Researched 16 October 2026. Prices are rough estimates and fees change, so check official sources before you book. This guide is not medical, legal or visa advice.

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