Fly from Nice to Santorini

It is the southernmost of the Cyclades islands. And it's one of the sunniest. Summer here lasts much longer than elsewhere. For months, the sky remains as blue as the domes that contribute so much to the beauty and picturesque quality of Greece's island villages. This makes Santorini a perfect destination for a holiday "by the sea". With the family, you can share the joys of nature, glorious days on the beach, boat tours, picnics on the islets, and delicious pita bread. Couples can add a bit of culture, learning about ancient civilisations, adding a good dose of hedonism by touring local vineyards, having dinner under the stars, and strolling along the steep cobblestone streets of an ancient village. Groups of friends can spice up these pleasures with a splash of ouzo and a wave of loud music. There's no shortage of great spots to party well into the night.

• Stroll through the charming streets and alleyways of Fira (also known as Thira or Thera). Overlooking the caldera, the island's capital offers incredible views of the sea and the surrounding small islands. The further you descend towards the sea, the quieter things get!
• Descend the Karavolades stairs all the way down to Santorini's old port. No fewer than 588 steps over almost a kilometre, which you can do on foot or by mule. How do you get back up? Take the cable car!
• Finish your day on the terraces of Oia. A wondrous spectacle awaits. Located in the north of the island, this village, with its blue domes and windmills, is without a doubt the most beautiful on Santorini, offering its guests sunsets of a rare beauty.
• Reach for the sky by climbing to the top of Pyrgos, the highest village on the island. The higher you go in this white maze, the more you'll enjoy it. Highlights include a Venetian castle, a monastery, a church and breathtaking views of the entire archipelago.
• Travel back in time as you discover ancient sites. Explore Akrotiri and its volcanic ash-covered ruins. The Pompeii of the Cyclades! Visit the ancient city of Thera. Check out the archaeological museum in Fira.
• Lift the anchor. Take a day cruise around the island. Many boats offer you a variety of facilities and entertainment to choose from. You can also make the crossing to Thirassia, the second largest island of the archipelago, which is quieter than its big brother and more natural.
• Dock on the island of Nea Kameni and climb the slopes of the crater of Santorini's still-active volcano. Stunning scenery, arid and hot soil, fumaroles that smell of sulphur, red, black or ochre rocks: it's like being on the moon!
• Dive into the orange waters of Palea Kameni Island. They're the result of sea water mixing with the hot springs that bubble up from the depths and from the volcano. It’s great for your health. Just like the island's mud, which makes for an excellent skincare product!
• Spend some time in the crystal-clear waters of the Aegean Sea and enjoy the island's most beautiful beaches: Perissa with its black sand, Kamari with its huge waves, as well as Red Beach, which is sublime but very crowded, and Amoudi Bay, a poetic place...
• Enjoy a glass of Santorini wine. The island has the reputation of producing some of the best white wines in the world. Like a dry white? Opt for the Nykteri, which is both mineral and aromatic. Want something sweeter? Go for Vinsanto, the equivalent of Jura “vin de paille” (literally, straw wine).