Is 2 full days in Santorini enough?

Spending 2 days in Santorini allows enough time to do a quick tour around the island, sightsee in a couple of villages, and spend an afternoon on the beach or on a boat. If you want to take it slow, you should add a third day to your Santorini weekend to relax poolside at your villa and stroll around the nearby towns.



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Even with just 1 day in Santorini, you'll be able to see the famous cliffside villages, taste some Greek dishes, and either hike or visit a beach. Spending 2 days in Santorini allows enough time to do a quick tour around the island, sightsee in a couple of villages, and spend an afternoon on the beach or on a boat.

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At best that leaves you about 1.5 hours to explore Oia. You can certainly walk through the village in that time but it really won't give you any time to relax and enjoy it. If you want to see it badly enough let your family go sailing and you go straight to Oia once you get up the cliff into Fira.

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If you have less, choose one and do a day trip to the other. Fira is closer to the airport if you have limited time. It is also busier, buzzier, has loads of little shops and is more touristy which can be a plus for many. Oia is quieter and peaceful and more upmarket.

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Walking from Fira to Oia is one of Santorini's top experiences. Hike along the rim of a caldera, explore the towns of Oia, Imerovigli, Firostefani, and Fira, and enjoy some of the most beautiful views of the islands. If you go the entire distance, you will walk just over 10 km (about 6 miles).

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The famous 600 steps of the traditional road that connect the old port with the town of Fira. The walk is about 20-30 minutes, depending on your physical condition. The donkeys used to be the traditional transportation way of the island. They go up and down to the old port of Fira frequently.

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Given how busy and expensive it can be, I recommend spending three days in Santorini. If you follow this itinerary, it will give you enough time to see all the main sights and get a feel for this island vibe.

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Santorini is definitely one of the more expensive Greek islands, there's unfortunately no getting around that!

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The best way to get around Santorini is on foot or by bus. You'll see that it's easy to walk around the tiny seaside towns, but the bus is best to get from one town to another. There are KTEL bus routes from Fira (the capital city) to many different destinations around the main island.

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The single best area in Santorini for sunsets is Imerovigli, facing west at the highest point along the caldera. Firostefani and Fira also enjoy west-facing views of the sun setting over the caldera, but the vantage point is a little lower and the horizon not as expansive.

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The hike between Fira and Oia follows the rim of the caldera. The views are stunning. It's easy to do the hike without a guide but a walking tour can make it more interesting.

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How to Get to Fira from Old Port or Vice Versa. The easiest and most common way to reach the Old Port is by a cable car. It takes only three minutes. On the other hand, if you're feeling adventurous and decide to walk to the port, it'll be 587 steps.

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Is a week in Santorini too long? A week in Santorini is the perfect amount of time, with days for exploring as well as relaxing. If you only went for a weekend, it could be a bit rushed if you're trying to visit Fira, Oia and a famous black sand beach.

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It has become globally famous for its authentic Cycladic beauty, whitewashed houses, labyrinth-like alleys, and amazing hotels, even though the number one thing Oia is renowned for is its magical sunset.

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