Santorini Trail AN - Agios Antonios side route
Take a quick detour from route 9 to visit a picturesque church viewing the Caldera with a resting cave right next to it.
The route of Agios Antonios Atragoudistos gives access to the small church which lies a short distance below the main of route 9 leading the hiker to yet another place with excellent views and to a cool cave to where one can rest from the heat of the sun.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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One can move around the island of Santorini with buses. Although there are routes to most of the main areas, bus timetables & frequencies change regularly (according to the seasons). General rules are:
Winter season frequency : 1 - 1 3/4 hrs
Mid season frequency : every hour to most areas
Summer season frequency : every half hour to most areas.
Fares can be as high as 3,00 euro. The main bus depot is near the central square of Fira on the lower side road.
One can call this number for information: +30 2286 0 25404
Taxis are available at the following telephone numbers:
Santorini Taxis +30 2286 0 22555 +30 2286 0 23951
For more information one can visit the official website of the island: https://www.santorini.com/holidays/transport.htm
Directions
The island of Santorini has regular ferry boat connections with Piraeus, Rafina, Crete and the surrounding islands. The following webpage is one of many that can help find a ticket: https://www.aktoploika.gr/en/cyclades/index_santorini.htm
One can also fly to Santorini from Athens. The following website is one of many that can help find an airplane ticket:
https://gr.skyscanner.com/flights-to/jtr/cheap-flights-to-santorini-thira-airport.html
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Equipment
Hiking boots, hat, sunscreen, long trousers, walking poles are considered essential. It is also advised not to walk alone and to always keep with you a first aid kit. A torch, and a well charged mobile phone are also advised.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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