Santorini in Greece is a striking spot for luxury yacht charters that has a unique landscape and spectacular views. This traditional Greek yacht charter destination, which is located in the south of the Cyclades islands in the Aegean, has a storied past.

Santorini

In ancient times, the island was called “Strongili,” which in Greek means “circular,” because Santorini was a regular island in the shape of a circle. After numerous eruptions of the volcano, a semi-circular island with a central bay was formed. Then a massive eruption in the Bronze Age caused the collapse of the island. The submerged caldera which marks the island’s modern landscape was left behind. Some even believe that the fabled Atlantis is intertwined with the island of Santorini.

Today, a ring-shaped group of islands includes:

Lava from the volcano has created the two newest pieces of land in the Eastern Mediterranean. The two small islands are Palia Kameni or “ Old Burnt Island,” which is 2000 years old, and Nea Kameni, or “ New Burnt Island,” with is only 425 years old.

Each year, thousands of yacht charters visit Santorini to see the volcano. The volcano’s crater is located on Nea Kameni. Views of the steaming rocks and the hardened lava formations in the water are stunning. The landscape resembles that of the moon, and sulfur steam escapes from holes in the ground. Palia Kameni offers a relaxing break in the bubbling hot waters of the hot springs.

In the center of a basin of water is the submerged caldera, around which lie traditional Greek villages. The white houses dot the landscape as if hanging on the cliff’s edge. The brightly colored trim and accents on the door match the deep blue of the sea, making the entire location picture perfect and breath-taking.

The village of Oia is a definite must-see on your yacht charter to Santorini. Tourists gather every evening just to see the stunning views as the sun sets in the west. Almost every spot is taken as all eyes watch the sky turn yellow to red to purple as the sun sinks below the horizon. Since space on land is limited, a common alternative to viewing the sight is on the deck of a yacht.

A yacht charter to Santorini Greece will renew your spirit and relax your mind. Take your camera and take your time.

Yachts

The high season for yacht charters also provides more variety in both price and selection of boats for a Santorini yacht charter. Traditionally, people choose a motor yacht with all of the luxurious amenities. Some prefer gulets or catamarans, while the a sailboat is becoming more popular because it is environmentally friendly.

O'rama - a very popular yacht in Greece

Yacht Charter Itineraries

See sample itineraries for yacht charters for the Cyclades Islands that also include Santorini:
- 1 week charter - Cyclades Islands
- 10 day charter - Cyclades Islands
- 2 week charter - Cyclades Islands