Before the island talks loud
At dawn Santorini reveals a different side. Quiet stretches along the roadways, air temperature drops and whitenessed is held back by early morning light that is still cool. In Vourvoulos village morning arrives slowly, sliding down the rooftops, up and over the gardens and out across the plane of the village beyond. At Venus Sunrise Santorini you can experience this as part of your stay. Not as some specially staged event for you, but as a means to see the island before it starts, before plans unfold.
Most come to Santorini for the sunset, and rightly so. But the sunrise is something special, a chance to experience the island up close before it wakes for the day and its sights and sounds unfold around you.
What qualifies a Santorini sunrise as something special?
It is not only the sky that is different, it is the atmosphere that surrounds the rare opportunity to see the dawn. Fewer people means a more thoughtful engagement with your surroundings and a chance to witness the day forming rather than finishing.
From Vourvoulos you can begin your trip without the added pressure of getting to some of Santorini’s more popular attractions before they reach maximum capacity.
This makes the morning a more accessible proposition for those that seek a more peaceful start to their day, as well as couples looking to make a meaningful connection, photographers hoping to capture the island in gentler light and all who wish for a less intense but equally memorable holiday.
A simple morning routine in Vourvoulos
You need not prepare anything elaborate for the day, only wake before it and make a coffee or some tea. Settle yourself somewhere to watch the morning break and the world shift into a slightly different light, leaving your smartphone behind for a couple of hours if you can. Then, when you feel ready, take a stroll around the village and discover its more home-like, everyday view on Santorini. Close enough to Fira to give you options, but far enough to miss the crowds, you’ll find Vourvoulos a comforting alternative to the thrumming heart of the island. Watch for things you would not normally see at this time of day, as houses open for the first time, cats move from one wall to another and deliveries arrive. These are the kinds of things that signal the start of something new in the lives of the locals who call Vourvoulos Santorini home. Return refreshed and ready to make the most of your morning with the feeling that you have already made one.
How to spend the rest of a harmonious Santorini holiday
After seeing sunrise you may wish to extend your morning. Choose a local eatery for breakfast, linger before making plans for the day and select only those things that seem right, rather than necessary. Perhaps Fira is on your agenda for later in the day, or perhaps you wish to spend the next few hours visiting a village, sipping a local wine and enjoying the chance for a swim. Maybe you want to stay put and watch the world from behind your accommodation. A harmonious holiday does not have to be a busy one. It has to be a mindful one, where the experiences you choose take up only as much room as you need.
Finding a peaceful side to Santorini while still being close to its most popular sites is what makes the location of Venus Sunrise Santorini perfect for those that wish to enjoy the island with less pressure. This balance is what allows you the chance to explore when and where you want to, but also enjoy a slow start to your day and a long finish.
Is sunrise better than sunset in Santorini?
That depends on who you ask, but sunset is generally more dramatic and draws larger crowds, while sunrise is more intimate and atmospheric. Most who prefer sunrise are ones who value the chance to begin their day with less pressure, capture light that is more manageable for photography and get up close to the village life of the island. Those who choose mornings that start in Vourvoulos tend to be more interested in finding a kind of light and space that are not so often found in the heart of Santorini.
The gift of mornings that have barely begun
There is something about holidays that makes mornings unusually generous. They have not yet been spent and, with the gift of time ahead only just revealed, it is possible to be somewhere before it truly begins. At Venus Sunrise Santorini this chance is tied to the village. Vourvoulos does not make demands on you, only offers. Offers space, time and opportunity to experience Santorini before it has properly started.
This is #TheArtOfPhiloxenia in action. An invitation to look up and around before most are even awake.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I see sunrise in Santorini?
There are many places to see sunrise on Santorini. Staying in Vourvoulos allows more general access to this time of day while also providing a chance to experience the village atmosphere close to both Fira and the caldera.
Is Vourvoulos a good place to stay in Santorini?
Vourvoulos is perfect for those seeking a more residential and less intense alternative that is not far from Fira and the rest of the island.
What time is sunrise in Santorini?
This depends on the time of year, but you should always check a local source for sunrise times in Santorini and prepare to watch the morning begin an hour or so beforehand.
What should I do after seeing sunrise in Santorini?
You should enjoy a slow morning, take a walk, have breakfast and prepare your plans for the day with a more considered mind-set. You may want to explore the village before returning to your accommodation or enjoy a more active day ahead.
Wake up to a quieter side of Santorini at Venus Sunrise Santorini in Vourvoulos village. https://venussunrise.com
Panagiotis Inglesis is the co-owner and General manager of Athina Luxury Suites, along with his wife Mrs.Artemis Argyrou. Together they had a vision to create one of the best boutique hotels in Santorini and today they continue their vision…Athina Luxury Suites is considered one of the top hotels on the island.