Santorini, Greece

Volcanic Beginnings

Santorini is a Greek island in the middle of the Aegean Sea. Back in 1450 BC, a massive volcanic eruption caused the middle of the isle to fall into the sea. It left a steep-edged crater known as a caldera peeping above the waves, which, today, is a spectacular sight from the island’s clifftops. It's no wonder then that it's one of Greece's most photographed spots.

Traditional Greece

It’s not just the geological make-up of the island that turns heads, though. With its whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches and never-ending vineyards, Santorini is Greece at its traditional best. Thira, the capital, is a popular place to stay – it’s perched on top of the caldera rim overlooking the Aegean. And the northern town of Oia, which also has a spot on the caldera, is the best place to see the island’s famous sunsets.

The beach scene

If you don’t mind your sand in a darker shade of grey – a legacy of the island’s volcanic past – there are some great beaches in towns like Kamari and Perissa. Framed by jagged cliffs, Kamari’s dark sandy sweep has been given Blue Flag status. As for Perissa, the seven-kilometre stretch here comes with a good helping of watersports.

5* Santorini Castelli Resort 

The Santorini Kastelli Resort is located in the popular resort of Kamari on east side of the island paradise of Santorini. Situated right on the beach in the shadow of ancient Thira, this 5 Star vacation retreat features sumptuous guestrooms well equipped with modern amenities set in Aegean Cycladic Architecture with white washed walls and splashes of colour. Guests to the Santorini Kastelli Resort can relax on the sandy black beach in front of the hotel, get pampered at the full service SPA, experience the most beautiful sunsets imaginable overlooking the volcano and the nearby islands and enjoy excellent service and warm hospitality.

Local tips: The hotel is in a perfect position for visits to Ancient Thira, and it is 10 km from both Athinios Port and Fira, the capital city.

Dining: The Resort is booked as Bed and Breakfast accommodation with an option for Half Board. The Santorini Kastelli Resort has a lovely choice of dining options with the, the Pistachio Garden Pool, Pool Bar, and the Lydia poolside Restaurant. Be sure to enjoy the onsite Art Gallery! Santorinian wines are famous world-wide, and a ceremonial candle light wine tasting will be organized every evening at the small private vineyard of the Hotel.

Activities: Two outdoor sweet water swimming pools, Tennis court with flood light, Billiard room. SPA facilities include an indoor Jacuzzi, fully equipped Fitness Centre, Sauna, Turkish bath, Treatment Room, Massage Room, and Beauty Salon.

Additional: 24 hour reception, laptop rental, Internet access, banqueting services, Business and internet room, private parking area, state of the art Conference Centre, fully air conditioned, with all audio-visual equipment, able to accommodate 150 persons, with reception, secretarial office, courtyard for coffee breaks, cocktails and business lunches.

Getting to the hotel: Monolithos Airport is 4 km from the Santorini Kastelli Resort.

Standard Double Room  Traditionally decorated and tastefully designed all Double Rooms of this luxury resort in Kamari cover an area of 16 m² and can accommodate up to two guests. The rooms are fitted with a twin or queen bed and a spacious bathroom with a bathtub or a shower. For the ultimate in comfort all rooms open out to a fully furnished balcony or terrace ideal for lounging under the sun. In room facilities include a fully stocked mini bar, a satellite flat screen TV 20’’ (no greek channels), individually controlled air-conditioning, in room safe deposit box, direct dial phone, free Wi-Fi internet access and a hairdryer.

Tailormade Itinerary

Flights  Economy Class x2 Adults 

Outbound Easyjet London Gatwick to Santorini  Departure Time: 07:45 24th May  Arrival Time: 13:40 24th May 

Return Easyjet Santorini to London Gatwick  Departure Time: 14:20 31st May  Arrival Time: 16:20 31st May 

Accommodation  Hotel: 5* Santorini Castelli Resort  Check In: 24th May  Check Out: 31st May   Nights : 7 Room: Standard Double  Board: Breakfast

Holiday Extras x1 Checked Bag 23kg  x2 Hold Luggage 10kg per person  Private Transfers  Pre-Allocated seats with Easyjet ABTA & ATOL protected 

Tailormade Holiday Cost £2,506

*All prices quoted on a live system and are subject to change.