Holidays to Thira serve up the highlights of Santorini on a meze platter – whitewashed buildings, big-town buzz and shimmering sea views.
Hustle and bustle
As the capital of the Greek island of Santorini, lively Thira's home to all the perks of a cosmopolitan town. Fuchsias perfume the winding cobbled pathways, and you'll find whitewashed buildings brushing against the cliffside, all facing the azure Aegean Sea.
Island hopping
Wander down the rugged stairs to the port – sharing the path with adorable donkeys – and catch an old-fashioned pirate boat to nearby volcanic isles. You can ride a cable car down to save your feet the trouble, too. The port's also where you'll find ferries to popular neighbouring islands like Mykonos and Paros.