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Santorini Hiking Rally

Radiant pearl of the Aegean.

Discover by foot Santorini’s picture-perfect idyll. Typical Cycladic architecture with colourful blue and white houses awaits, but first and foremost a fascinating scenery, created approximately 3600 years ago by an enormous volcanic eruption called the ‚Minoan eruption’. The combination of volcanic cone, cliff coast and black lava beaches offers an interesting backdrop for diverse walking tours. Romantic villages perched on the edge of a caldera, idyllic coastal villages to explore and not forgetting a boat trip over to the ‚sister island’ Thirassia, which awaits your visit.

Details about the Santorini Hiking Rally

Have you always wanted to experience the Greek island of Santorini on an active break without having to change hotels every day? Then our hiking tour based in one hotel is perfect for you. During leisurely circular hikes you explore the most beautiful places and promising hiking paths on the island in the Aegean Sea. Part of it is the tour to Perissa, the stage from Calderea towards Oia, the hike on Profitis Elias, the highest mountain in Santorini, the hiking tour to Vlychada beach and an island hike on Thirassia.

  • More information and tour suggestions for coastal hiking throughout Europe.

Highlights of the Santorini Hiking Rally

  • Sunset in Fira or Oia: Naturally, a sunset in one of the two main towns on the island has to be part of it. The spectacle becomes even more enjoyable with a good glass of island wine.
  • Like on the Moon: The texture and thus the colours of the beaches on Santorini vary due to the volcanic nature. Vlychada beach is also known as the ‘moon beach’ due to the yellow rock formations. The black Kamari beach and Perissa beach on the East coast are particularly rich in contrast. Probably the most photographed beach on Santorini is the ‘Red Beach’ in the South.
  • Especially relaxed: Every day you experience new routes and fantastic coastal hikes on Santorini. This hiking tour based in one hotel ensures an even more relaxing holiday experience. You spend the entire stay in the charming 3*** Hotel Marina in Kamari Beach and spare yourself the daily change of hotel.

Things to know about the Santorini Hiking Rally

This hiking tour based in one hotel is assigned our level of hiking ‘Moderate Walking’. On good hiking paths and with a daily walking time of around four hours, you can explore the most beautiful spots and beaches on the island. You return to your familiar comfortable accommodation every day and let the evening end according to your wishes on the picturesque island of Santorini.

Moderate Walking
Moderate Walking
  • 8 Days / 7 Nights
  • Self-guided Tour
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Itinerary

Arrival at Santorini and transfer to Kamari. A chance to explore this little village located at the Aegean Sea with a black beach.

In Kamari you start your ascent onto Mount Mesa Vouno, where you can visit the ruins of the archeological site of Old-Thira. After that you descend to Perissa, best-known for the black sandy beach and traditional taverns. Return journey either by fishing boat or by bus, you choose.

approx. 3 hours
7 km
360 m
360 m

After a short bus journey to Fira you walk along the caldera via Imerovigli towards Oia. Every step you take you have the most spectacular picture postcard motives and stunning views. Once in Oia, we recommed you take time to explore this romantic little village, before you take the bus back to your hotel.

approx. 4 hours
10 km
180 m
200 m

In the morning transfer onto the highest mountain of the island, Mount Profitis Elias. From here you walk along a fabulous path with amazing views all the way to the traditional village of Pyrgos, where you have the option of visiting the medieval castle ruins. The route takes you back to Kamari via Mesa Gonia. Do not forget to pay the oldest church on the island, Panagia Episkopi, a visit.

approx. 4 hours
8 km
0 m
560 m

From Pyrgos you walk past the island’s vineyards to Vlychada, where you can marvel at the breathtaking views of pumice stone formations. We recommend you take a plunge into the refreshing waters before returning to your hotel.

approx. 3 hours
7 km
0 m
360 m

The start of this tour is the town of Akrotiri, which was buried by several volcanic eruptions, and we highly recommend a visit to the excavation sites. From here the route leads you across the ‚Red Beach’, offering a fabulous photo backdrop, towards the lighthouse. Errected in 1811 at the southernmost cape, it still offers seafareres a safe passage and visitors alike a stunning view onto the Aegean Sea. Transfer to Kamari.

approx. 3 hours
7 km
200 m
0 m

After a short boat ride to Korfos harbour, you begin your ascent to Manolas, an authentic village still unspoilt by tourism. Then across country over to Akrillia, a now deserted village with cave dwellings and a beautiful old church. After that you walk along the only road of the island to Riva harbour, from where you take the ferry back to Kamari.

approx. 4 hours
8 km
200 m
200 m

Characteristics of the route

Daily routes lead along well-maintained walking paths with a maximum of 4 hours walking time per day. The tours only require a basic fitness level. This Santorini walking holiday offers a perfect mix of amazing views onto the Aegean Sea, culture and relaxation.

Prices and events

All data for 2023 at a glance
Place of arrival: Santorin/Kamari
  Season 1
24.04.2023 - 31.05.2023
01.10.2023 - 05.11.2023

Arrival daily
Season 2
01.06.2023 - 23.07.2023
01.09.2023 - 30.09.2023

Arrival daily
Santorini hiking rally, 8 days, GR-SAWKA-08X
Base price
639.00
729.00
Surcharge half board 155.00 155.00
Surcharge single room 339.00 379.00

Category: see ‘detailed information’

Extra nights upon request

Season 1
Apr 24, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Oct 1, 2023 - Nov 5, 2023
Arrival daily
Season 2
Jun 1, 2023 - Jul 23, 2023
Sep 1, 2023 - Sep 30, 2023
Arrival daily
Santorini hiking rally, 8 days, GR-SAWKA-08X
Base price
Surcharge half board
Surcharge single room
639.00
155.00
339.00
729.00
155.00
379.00

Category: see ‘detailed information’

Extra nights upon request

Season 1
Apr 24, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Oct 1, 2023 - Nov 5, 2023
Season 2
Jun 1, 2023 - Jul 23, 2023
Sep 1, 2023 - Sep 30, 2023
Santorin/Kamari
Extra night/BB
Surcharge single room
Santorin/Kamari
Surcharge single room
55.00
39.00
39.00
65.00
55.00
55.00
Additional nights
Place of arrival: Santorin/Kamari
  Season 1
Apr 24, 2023 - May 31, 2023
Oct 1, 2023 - Nov 5, 2023

Arrival daily
Season 2
Jun 1, 2023 - Jul 23, 2023
Sep 1, 2023 - Sep 30, 2023

Arrival daily
Santorin/Kamari
Extra night/BB 55.00 65.00
Surcharge single room 39.00 55.00
Santorin/Kamari
Surcharge single room 39.00 55.00
Prices per person in EUR

Services and infos

Services

Included:

  • Overnight stay in hotel Matina 3***
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Transfers according to the program
  • Transfers from/to airport or ferry port Santorini
  • Carefully elaborated route description
  • Detailed travel and tour documents 1x per room (German, English)
  • Service hotline

Optional:

  • For half board dinner (multi course)

 

Infos

Arrival / Departure:

  • Airport Santorini or Athens. From Piräus by ferry (www.gtp.gr) to Santorini in approx. 7 hours.
  • By plane also onto other islands of the Cyclades possible, i.e. Crete or Rhodes and then by ferry to Santorini.
  • Organised transfer to the start hotel and return transfer to the airport or ferry port at the end of the tour. Transfers are included in the price.

Things to note:

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
  • Bus or ferry fares not included, approx. EUR 25 per person
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

 

Accommodation

Contact & booking
Do you still have questions about the tour? We are happy to help and look forward to your inquiry.
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Ratings

4.6 of 5 Stars (8 Ratings)
4 stars
M Zapf DE | 11.07.2023
Entspannter Urlaub!
Gute Mischung zwischen Wander- und Strandurlaub an der schönen Ägäis. Hotel Matina perfekt mit tollem Pool!
5 stars
Bodo W. DE | 19.11.2022
Sehr empfehlenswert
Tolles Hotel, schöne Touren, gute Betreuung
4 stars
Edith B. AT | 19.06.2022
Santorin Sternwandern
5 stars
Helge Dinter DE | 13.07.2021
Eine wunderbare Wanderwoche auf Santorin
Corona machte es möglich und wir ergriffen spontan die Gelegenheit zu einer Wanderwoche auf Santorin. Anders als im Prospekt angegeben wurden wir im Hotel Matina eingebucht - ein absoluter Glücksgriff. Dieses kleine schmucke Hotel erfüllte alle unsere Wünsche. Die Zimmer individuell gestaltet, Hotel und Gartenanlage in einem tip-top Zustand, ein Frühstück, das keine Wünsche offen ließ und das Personal zuvorkommend und freundlich - vom Zimmermädchen, über den Herrn an der Rezeption bis zur Chefin selbst. Ein Hotel zum Wohlfühlen, in das wir sicher wiederkommen werden. Die Wanderrouten waren relativ gut ausgearbeitet, verlaufen konnte man sich eigentlich nicht. Die Kraterwanderung war sicher das Highlight der Tour. Gleich am ersten Tag ging es über den "Hausberg" nach Perissa, bei der Wärme nicht wenig anspruchsvoll, wenn man sich dann auch noch vornimmt, den Rückweg nicht mit dem Bus zurück zu legen. Unsere nette Reiseleitering Kathrin hat uns zuverlässig und charmant durch die Woche geleitet. Sie hat uns viel über Land und Leute erzählt und so manchen Tip gegeben. Alle Transfers und Fahrten fanden überaus pünktlich statt. Erwähnen möchten wir noch, dass es sehr angenehm ist, wenn der Transfer vom Flughafen zum Hotel - wie bei dieser Reise - im Reisepreis inbegriffen ist. Ingesamt: eine tolle Woche!
Verena Winkler
Verena Winkler answered:
Liebe Gäste, vielen Dank für dieses tolle Feedback! Es freut uns sehr, dass Sie mit dem Alternativhotel ebenso zufrieden waren wir mit unserem Standard Haus und eine rundum gelungene Reise hatten! Wir freuen uns, Sie bald wieder auf einer unserer Reisen begrüßen zu dürfen!
5 stars
Natascha D. AT | 18.11.2019
Wanderziele, die sich lohnen!
Die Wanderreise auf Santorin hat uns sehr gut gefallen, eines der Highlights war ganz klar die Kraterwanderung von Fira nach Oia. Wandern mit traumhafter Aussicht! Die Strecken sind auch nicht zu lange, was bei etwas heißerem Wetter, wie wir es hatten, sehr von Vorteil ist.
Julia Winklhofer
Julia Winklhofer answered:
Lieber Wandergast - vielen Dank für Ihr schönes Reisefeedback. Schön zu hören, dass Ihnen die Wanderreise mit den wunderschönen Aussichten so gut gefallen hat. Wir freuen uns Sie bald auf Ihrer nächsten Wanderreise begrüßen zu dürfen.
4 stars
Yuval W. IL | 31.10.2019
Excellent routes, warm welcome and good support from local representative, good hotel!
The walks were varied and well planned. The island is interesting geographically and affords an excellent experience in hospitality, good food, beautiful sunsets, nice walks along mountain trails and beaches. The people working at the hotel and all around Santorini are very welcoming and quite warm. There were some issues with the route notes which the local representative is aware of and will undoubtedly correct. Particularly going through the Pyrgos after descending from Profitis Ilias. In Pyrgos, which has many alleyways going in many different directions, photos accompanying the route description were not always taken from correct angles, and distances were not calculated and marked correctly in the notes. All in all this was an excellent experience, and is, as advertised, a fairly easy and easily negotiable walking holiday. We enjoyed it thoroughly, and were lucky to also meet some very nice fellow walkers with whom we enjoyed some time. Thank you Eurohike for providing this lovely experience!
5 stars
Dirk und Bettina Körting DE | 16.06.2018
Wo andere nur mit dem Kreuzfahrtschiff kurz anlegen, hatten wir eine Woche
Santorini heißt: Blauweiße Häuser, alles sauber und frisch, nette Leute, die sich auch mit Deutsch Mühe geben. Wir hatten nichts auszusetzen, hervorragende Organisation und sogar Heimvorteil: Wir hatten eine Betreuerin aus dem Osten! Sie kam gebürtig aus Plauen und hat uns prima betreut.
Julia Winklhofer
Julia Winklhofer answered:
Liebe Familie Körting, vielen herzlichen Dank für Ihr nettes Reisefeedback! Wir freuen uns sehr zu hören, dass Sie rund um mit der Organisation der Wanderreise auf Santorin zufrieden waren und Ihren Urlaub in vollen Zügen genießen konnten!
5 stars
Ingrid Hauser DE | 29.05.2017
Wanderreise in Santorin
Sehr schöne Wanderungen, die Organisation der Transfers hat super geklappt und die Unterkunft hat uns auch sehr gut gefallen. Im Großen und Ganzen eine wunderschöne Reise!

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