Santorini and Mykonos
Best time to be there
The mainland and islands are very hot and dry in July and especially August, the preferred travel month for French, Italian and Spanish holiday makers, making conditions busy, hotel availability limited and the beaches crowded. May, June and September are infinitely more comfortable and generally less expensive.
Fly to
Athens and Thessaloniki (British Airways); Heraklion, Santorini and Mykonos (British Airways to Athens and onward with Aegean Air)
flying time
3-4 hours
time difference
GMT +2 hours
Itineraries
Monte Carlo to Monte Carlo
Highlights - Royal Monaco; Crete - the largest of the greek islands; Fascinating and diverse treasures of Bodrum; Santorini - the most extraordinary island in the Aegean. Read more ...
The Best of Greece
This itinerary is ideal for the first time visitor to Greece, as it explores the highlights of both the country’s vibrant, historic capital and two of its most beautiful and interesting islands. Read more ...
The Peloponnese
Highlights - Athens; The Temples of Apollo; Beaches of Sarakiniko and Simos; Byzantine churches; Mani/Mystras/Costa Navarino; Olympia. Read more ...
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The dry and barren windswept island of Mykonos with its stark white buildings is graced with excellent beaches and a beautiful, colourful and cosmopolitan town. Its proximity to ancient Delos has made it the most popular island in the Cyclades. The most westerly of the Cyclades is Santorini, a volcanic island with its glamorous beauty associated with the misty tales of Atlantis. The white villages cling to towering cliffs where you can enjoy a sundowner in one of the world's most enchanting settings.
Suggested Mykonos and Santorini Accommodation
Perivolas Traditional Houses
Lovingly restored to reach the height of immaculate, sophisticated chic, Perivolas is a genuine one-off. Three-hundred year old caves, once home to local fishermen and farmers...
Vedema Resort
Surrounded by a wall like a fortified town, Vedema Resort is a world unto itself. This deluxe hotel is situated in the medieval village of Megalohori, on the legendary...
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Guest Testimonial
We had the most amazing holiday, loved every minute and could not fault any of your suggestions. The route we took was perfect. [Ben Harrison]
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