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.
Is it hilly in Santorini?
Part of Santorini's beauty is its hilly nature, and with hills comes lots of steps. While you can ride a donkey on some touristy routes, it's always better to be safe than sorry.
How hard is the Santorini volcano hike?
Discover this 1.6-mile loop trail near Nea Kameni, Santorini. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 54 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
Is there a lot of walking in Santorini?
Is Oia walkable?
Getting around OiaIt is an entirely pedestrian town, with narrow, crowded, winding, steep paths.
What to do in Santorini walking?
Walking and hiking in Santorini
- The example of Santorini. …
- “Roads” of thoughts and emotions. …
- For beginners and “insiders” / Four hiking trails with special interest.
- Fira –Imerovigli – Oia. …
- Foinikia –Kira Panagia – Kouloubos. …
- Pyrgos(Tower) – Prophet Elias Monastery – Ancient Thira. …
- Pyrgos(Tower) – Megalochori.
How long does it take to walk up the Santorini steps?
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.
Is the hike from Oia to Fira difficult?
The hike from Fira to Oia was my favorite thing we did in Greece. It can be challenging, not so much because of the terrain, but rather because it is long and there is not much shade.