Santorini Trail 12 - Akrotiri - Faros

Starting from the settlement of Akrotiri this route takes the hikers through some unique coastal landscapes and seaside cliffs before reaching the lighthouse of Akrotiri at the edge of the cape.

At 8.5 km, this is a comfortable half-day walk for most hikers. At an average walking pace, plan for roughly 1 hour and 54 minutes.

As a linear trail, this route has distinct start and end points. Return transport is worth arranging in advance unless you plan to walk back the same way. The trail is officially waymarked as 12, so look out for the trail markers along the way.

This is a Local Walking Network (LWN) trail — a community-level route perfect for exploring the immediate surroundings, popular with locals and visitors alike.