Ever since I traveled to Santorini, I consider the island to be one of the most beautiful locations worldwide. Every new corner seems more picturesque than the last and images will never have the ability to record its mesmerizing environment. If you're still pondering whether to include Santorini to your bucket list, here's 7 reasons that you require Santorini daily tours to go to the Greek island.
1. Since of the sundown in Oia
Hands down, one of my favourite minutes in Greece was having the ability to witness the Santorini sunset. It's the only sunset in the world I have actually seen that gets a round of applause once it subsides. Come down there early though (at least half an hour) for a good spot. The crowds can be a little a headache and the last thing you want is to be going to discover an area, dodging pictures whilst all at once attempting to take your own before the sun disappears (been there, done that).
If the crowds show excessive, and you would choose somewhere a little quieter, another sundown area is Imerovigli. Once again, it uses a stunning, undisturbed view of the sunset.
But in all honesty, you can't really have a bad sundown in Santorini. It's type of wonderful anywhere you are.
There are a couple of ways to get around the island: renting a cars and truck, ATV, taxi or bus. However, taxis can get costly and buses give you less time versatility. Roadways are mainly cobble-stoned, narrow and Grecian drivers are insane (however extremely skilled), which leaves us with renting an ATV. Leasing an ATV, also called a quad bike, is the best and most popular way to navigate the island, particularly thanks to the high hills and heat which make it an extensive task strolling from point A to B. Plus it's A Lot fun, promise.
Depending upon the season, size and type of your ATV it might cost anywhere from 25 to 40 euros for 24 hr. Plus around 8-10 euros per day for fuel, based on a 200cc ATV.
It's a terrific and enjoyable method to see the island on your own terms and time. Definitely a must-do whilst in Santorini, simply make certain to have a chauffeurs license with you.
3. Due to the fact that you can white wine & dine with a view
Oia
With stunning views sweeping over the Aegean Sea and caldera, Santorini will totally surpass any expectations you have of "dinner with a view" with the surroundings that surrounds you.
If you're trying to find restaurants that wed divine views with tasty foods, popular ones consist of Ambrosia, 1800 and Lauda in Oia, Archipelagos and V Lounge in Fira, and Kapari White Wine Restaurant in Imerovigli.
4. Due to the fact that of the unique beaches
Santorini is not understood for its beaches, so do not expect the common white sand & crystal clear water view that you typically connect with Greece. The beaches are volcanic, not white sand, so they're either red or black rocks, pebbles or grit, and get extremely hot on the feet. However, this makes them special and some choose them to the normal white sand beach, which makes them well worth a visit. Here's a couple of I 'd advise.
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Red Beach: The 'popular' beach of Santorini. It has black and red volcanic pebbles instead of sand and warm water. Make sure to wear closed shoes (no thongs or shoes) as the walk in can be slippery and the sand gets exceptionally hot.
Kamari: A cosmopolitan beach resort located on the southern part of Santorini, right next to Perissa, with the massive rock called Mesa Vouno in between them. The sand is black and the waters are deep and blue, with activities such as diving offered. There's close-by coffee shops, bars, restaurants, stores and grocery stores, in addition to a lively nightlife which makes it a more popular tourist location.
Kamari: A cosmopolitan beach resort positioned on the southern part of Santorini, best beside Perissa, with the enormous rock called Mesa Vouno in between them. The sand is black and the waters are deep and blue, with activities such as diving offered. There's close-by cafes, bars, dining establishments, stores and grocery stores, along with a dynamic nightlife which makes it a more popular tourist destination.
2. Since you can quad around the island