Santorini Airport to Fira

- From Santorini airport there are KTEL Thiras buses to Fira. They stop at the bus station, from which buses also go to the airport and to the villages of Santorini. The ticket price is just over 2 euros.

- Another option is shuttles, which will cost more (from 10 euros), but will be delivered with greater comfort.

- You can get to the center of Fira by taxi.

- You can also book a group transfer from the cruise company with the manager of For Gates Ukraine.

 

- The best way to order a transfer from the manager of For Gates Ukraine (65 Euro / 1-4 passengers).

 

From port to city

 

Tourists on cruise ships can reach Fira on foot, by donkey or by cable car.

- Ride the cable car at an affordable price. The cable car is available every 20 minutes.

- A donkey ride from the cruise pier takes up to 30 minutes, almost like walking.

 

You can also book a group excursion from the cruise company with the manager of Fort Gates Ukraine.

Fira. It consists of whitewashed cubic houses and terraces, winding streets, small squares and blue-domed churches that rise from the cliffs. Many of the buildings serve as small hotels, apartments, restaurants, cafes, souvenir and jewelry stores.

 

And I. It is known for its famous sunsets that attract tourists from all over the world. It is a picturesque village of whitewashed houses, some of which have been converted into chic little boutique hotels with infinity pools. From Ammoudi Bay, there are steep zig-zag paths to the town, where you will find a number of seafood eateries along the waterfront, many of which are served outdoors.

 

Caldera. Formed by a powerful volcanic explosion that blew up the center of the island about 3,600 years ago, the caldera is a sea-filled volcanic crater. You can take a day excursion to the caldera by boat, including time to take a dip in the hot springs, and then dine on Tirasia, a tiny island on the western side of the caldera with stunning views of Santorini.

 

Archaeological excavations. Near the village of modern Akrotiri, 12 kilometers southwest of Fira, the ancient Minoan settlement of Akrotiri was buried under lava after a volcanic explosion in the 16th century BC. BC, who created the caldera. At the archaeological site of Akrotiri, visitors can walk the trails through the ruins of the city to see the remains of the clay buildings of this once thriving city.

 

Red Beach: Near Akrotiri you will find the famous Red Beach under an impressive red rock. The beach is accessible by footpath from Akrotiri town. You can also take a bus from Fira, or drive around and park nearby before heading down the rocky path to the beach.

 

Ancient Tyra. See the ruins of Hellenistic temples and foundations of Roman and early Byzantine structures in ancient Tire, located on the southeastern coast of Santorini. Ancient Tira dates back to the ninth century BC. e. Among the ruins you will find religious sites, a theater, a military gym and old administrative buildings.

 

Archaeological Museum. The small archaeological museum, located next to the upper cable car station in Fira, displays finds from ancient Tyra, dating back to the Dorian, Hellenistic, Roman and Byzantine periods. Inscriptions dating from the archaic era to the Roman period, clay animal figurines and beautiful pottery are some of the exhibits on display in this museum.

 

 

Museum of Prehistoric Thira. Shows finds from the archaeological site of Akrotiri in a modern white building located near the 1950s Metropolis Church in Fira. One of the main tourist attractions is the Blue Monkey wall mural. Other antique exhibits include marble figurines, painted pottery, tools and weapons.

 

Pyrgos. Pyrgos was the capital of Santorini before Fira took over in 1800. The tiny village of Pyrgos, located in the center of Santorini, consists of whitewashed Cycladic cottages built around the ruins of a medieval castle on a hilltop. Pyrgos has several small, chic restaurants and boutique hotels.

 

Mount Profitis Ilias. From Pyrgos the road leads to the top of the mountain. Profitis Ilias (584 meters), Santorini's highest point with panoramic views of the island and the sea. Here is the mighty monastery of Profitis Ilias, an 18th century nature reserve that is open to the public.

 

Beach at Perissa. The most famous and most popular beach of Santorini is located on the southeast coast, between the villages of Perissa and Perivolos. A six-kilometer stretch of fine black volcanic sand surrounded by tamarisk trees and sprawling out from a range of taverns and seafood cafes. There are sun loungers and parasols for rent, as well as water sports.

Car tour with a Russian-speaking guide - 4 hours

 

Sightseeing tour of the island.

 

The tour will introduce you to the main attractions of the island. Such as the volcanic black sand beach of Kamari, a visit to the Santo Wines winery, where there is a great opportunity to taste and buy famous varieties of Santorini wines. The next stop will be in the famous town of Oia, where you can stroll along the narrow streets, feel the special atmosphere, and if time permits, enjoy the unforgettable sunset, which is famous all over the world. It is a labyrinthine settlement at the northern tip of the island, attracting thousands of people. Vehicles are not allowed in the village, walking along its narrow streets is the only way to see its beauty. The main pedestrian street is full of shops with handicrafts and souvenirs, expensive jewelry boutiques, restaurants and cafes.

 

At the end of the excursion, a walk around the capital of the island of Tire. Tira is located on terraces on volcanic rocks 250 m high and offers stunning views of the sea and the volcano. The terraces are lined with hotels, shops, bars and restaurants perched on the edge of the caldera. The view is attracted by the domes of churches and the cylindrical roofs of the scaffa's cave houses.

 

Price: 390 Euro / 1-6 persons