3-day itinerary · Santorini

3 Days in Santorini: First-Time Highlights

This plan suits first-time visitors seeking a mix of sightseeing, local culture and outdoor experiences. Three experience-filled days combine village views, volcanic scenery, food traditions and sunset outings.

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Day 1: Village views and local culture

Get acquainted with the island through village sightseeing, a tasting walk and an immersive performance.

  1. Santorini Half-Day Small Group Tour: Villages, Oia, Caldera Views

    Morning

    Santorini Half-Day Small Group Tour: Villages, Oia, Caldera Views

    Explore scenic villages and caldera viewpoints on a small-group tour for an introduction to the island’s landscapes.

  2. Santorini Food Tour: Fira Half-Day Small-Group Tour with Tastings

    Afternoon

    Santorini Food Tour: Fira Half-Day Small-Group Tour with Tastings

    Join a walking tour with tastings to connect sightseeing with local food culture.

  3. Santorini:The Greek Wedding Show - Dance,Drink Wine& Smash Plates

    Evening

    Santorini:The Greek Wedding Show - Dance,Drink Wine& Smash Plates

    Take part in an immersive wedding-themed show, adding participatory theater and dancing to your first taste of island culture.

Day 2: Coastal adventures and cooking

Pair a coastal horseback ride with hands-on cooking and a sunset sailing experience.

  1. Secluded Black Beach Horseback Riding Tour in Santorini

    Morning

    Secluded Black Beach Horseback Riding Tour in Santorini

    Ride a horse along a tucked-away path to a black-sand beach for an outdoor perspective on the coastline.

  2. Cooking Class in Traditional cave house in Santorini!

    Afternoon

    Cooking Class in Traditional cave house in Santorini!

    Prepare a traditional Santorini menu and bake a local dessert in a cave-house setting, exploring island culture through cooking.

  3. Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

    Evening

    Sunset Sailing Catamaran Cruise in Santorini with BBQ and Drinks

    Sail aboard a catamaran at sunset, rounding out a coastal day with views from the water.

Day 3: Volcanic scenery and wine

Explore volcanic sights, capture island viewpoints and finish with a wine-focused sunset outing.

  1. Santorini Volcano and Hot Springs Cruise Tour from Fira Old Port

    Morning

    Santorini Volcano and Hot Springs Cruise Tour from Fira Old Port

    Board a traditional boat for a volcano and hot-springs cruise, bringing Santorini’s volcanic landscape into focus.

  2. Santorini Instagram Private Tour

    Afternoon

    Santorini Instagram Private Tour

    Explore viewpoints and photo spots on a private tour, capturing visual memories of your first visit.

  3. Santorini Wine Adventure with 12 Wine Tastings, Tapas and Sunset

    Evening

    Santorini Wine Adventure with 12 Wine Tastings, Tapas and Sunset

    Visit three traditional wineries and sample local wines on a sunset-themed outing that introduces another side of island culture.

Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.