One of the most revered of the Greek Islands, Santorini is popular and upmarket tourist destination for all sorts of European travellers. Being a volcanic island, it has lots of odd-shaped, craggy rocks that jut out into the coast. The main town, Fira, is balanced on the side of a cliff and with its brilliant white buildings, it is a sight to behold.
For the best sunsets on the island, head to Oia, or for stunning beaches then Perissa is difficult to beat. As the island has so many nooks and crannies to explore, car hire in Santorini is recommended. Booking online will not only secure a car for you, but it is usually cheaper too.
Car hire providers include operating here include Budget, Alamo, National, Avis, Sixt, Thrifty and Hertz; each one has a variety of vehicles to choose from such as hatchbacks, city cars, SUVs and people carriers. Car rental in Santorini is one of the must-have things when staying on the island, as there are many fantastic aspects about each town and village that are within driving distance.
Aside from the stunning beaches, some of which have black, red or white pebbles, there are wineries, rock-climbing venues, scuba diving opportunities and horseback riding. Diving and snorkelling near to the volcano offers a fantastic chance to see incredible rock formations in some of the clearest, mineral-rich waters in Europe.
The 3,500 year old town of Mionan, which was covered in volcanic ash and therefore preserved, is a must-see place. It gives tourists a chance to see the buildings, staircases and a variety of pottery that has also survived a long history.