Santorini Experience 2020

Welcome



Welcome to the “Santorini Experience” which is taking place on the majestic island of Santorini. Running lovers will have the opportunity to see and enjoy first-hand the unique paths running along in the world-wide famous island of Santorini. Breathtaking views in an island made from a volcano in the Aegeansea, the participants will run along its unique land.

Where: Santorini

What: 15km, 10km, 5Km and 2.4 km Swimming

When
2 October 2020 - Sunday, 4th of October 2020

Why

Take the opportunity to participate in the “Santorini Experience” and see on your own why Santorini is one of the most famous islands in the world. Known for its majestic sunset as well as the breathtaking views, Santorini is an island made from a volcano in the Aegean sea.

How

Contact us and we will make you an unbeatable offer to suit your needs and preferences.
We offer several options varying from short weekend breaks in Santorini including your entry to the race, to a full vacation plan in Santorini and the surrounding area!

Moreover, we can offer you training plans, actual training in the streets and routes of Santorini and of course we will run with you!

We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Happy runs!

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You can start scheduling your trip by finding cheap flights to Greece here:



We have also select for you the best possible ferry tickets to Syros and the Greek islands!

 

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Races dates

Friday, 2nd of October 2020 - Sunday, 4th of October 2020

Races

Saturday

07:15-10:00 Pick up of BIB numbers, Oia

08:15          Start 15 K, Oia – Fira – Oia

08:15          Start 10 K, Oia – (to) Fira – Oia, 

11:00          Start 5 K, Oia – (to) Fira – Oia, 
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Sunday

09:00-10:00 Pick up numbers, Old port, Fira  

10:30             Transportation of athletes from Old Port to the Volcano

11:00          Start of swimming race 1,5 mile (2,4K) from the Volcano to the Old Port, Fira

13:00          End of the event

The Routes

15km Route

The route of 15 km starts slightly downhill for about 250 meters to a wide dirt road and then follows a strongly uphill path 1,250 m long, with an average gradient of 12%. Then the dirt road path narrows and the form of the ground changes with several stones which need increased attention. The slope is downhill until the point located at 2.5 km. where there will be the first power station. Then the route continues on asphalt road for about 660 meters with moderate uphill slope, to get back on a path where the ground is soft and somewhat loose soil so you need a little attention as it is relatively slippery, with very steep slope for about 700 meters with breathtaking view. Attention at this point, you must move as far on the left side of the trail as possible.

The intense uphill ends at 3.8 km at the chapel of Prophet Elias, where a concrete steep alley follows up to 4.5 km which is 500 meters before the second power station at 5km. The next 2 kilometers is also quite steep in stable but fairly hard ground passing through Imerovigli and the view continues to be amazing. We continue up to the entrance of Fira until we get to the church of Saint Gerasimos where you will find the third power station and the reversal point. The way back is the same except for the point after the 11th km where before you reach the chapel of Prophet Elias, you take the paved path (also needs enough attention) on the right side until you get back on the asphalt road at the 12th km and in about 600 meters you get back on the path for the return where we meet the maximum slope just before 13.5 km, which is close to 40% (!) for 100 m. The last 1.5 km of the route is downhill.

Technical characteristics of the route:
Start - stop Elevation: 146 m.
Reversal point Elevation: 277 m.
Maximum altitude: 334 m.
Minimum altitude: 135 m.
Total positive elevation: 834 m.
Maximum slope: 37.6 %
Route Ground: Soil path with recessed stones in some places, asphalt road, paved path.




10km Route
The route of 10 km. starts slightly downhill for about 250 meters to a wide dirt road and then follows a strongly uphill path 1,250 m long, with an average gradient of 12%. Then the dirt road path narrows and the form of the ground changes with several stones which need increased attention. The slope is downhill until the point located at 2.5 km. where there will be the first power station. Then the route continues on asphalt road for about 660 meters with moderate uphill slope, to get back on a path where the ground is soft and somewhat loose soil so you need a little attention as it is relatively slippery, with very steep slope for about 700 meters with breathtaking view. Attention at this point, you must move as far on the left side of the trail as possible.

The intense uphill ends at 3.8 km. at the chapel of Prophet Elias, where a concrete steep alley follows up to 4.5 km. which is 500 meters before the reversing point and the second power station. The way back is the same except for the point after the 6th km. where before you reach the chapel of Prophet Elias, you take the paved path (also needs enough attention) on the right side until you get back on the asphalt road at the 7th km. and in about 600 meters you get back on the path for the return where we meet the maximum slope just before 8.5 km., which is close to 40% (!) for 100 m. The last 1.5 km. of the route is downhill.

Technical characteristics of the route:
Start - stop Elevation: 146 m.
Reversal point Elevation: 245 m.
Maximum altitude: 293 m.
Minimum altitude: 135 m.
Total positive elevation: 570 m.
Maximum slope: 37.6 %
Route Ground: soil path with recessed stones in some places, asphalt road, paved path.




5 km Route
The route of 5 km. starts slightly downhill for about 250 meters to a wide dirt road and then follows a strongly uphill path 1,250 m long, with an average gradient of 12%. Then the dirt road path narrows and the form of the ground changes with several stones which need increased attention. The slope is downhill until the reversal point located midway (2.5 km.) where there will be a power station.

On returning we meet the maximum slope just before the 3.5 km., which is close to 40% (!) for about 100km. The last 1.5 km. of the route is downhill.

Technical characteristics of the route:
Start - stop Elevation: 146 m.
Reversal point Elevation: 173 m.
Maximum altitude: 293 m.
Minimum altitude: 135 m.
Total positive elevation: 313 m.
Maximum slope: 37.6 %
Route Ground: Soil path with recessed stones in some places.



The participation includes the following benefits
- Commemorative Medal for participation
- bag with t-shirt
- swimming cap (for those who will take part in the 1.5 mile route)
- gifts from the event sponsors
- electronic timer

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Simple Activity Registration: from € 30 » BOOK NOW



The Simple Activity offer is addressed to those who wish to come and stay in Santorini on their own and they are going only to participate in RUNNING or SWIMMING. This offer is ideal for those who want plant their trip on their own and let us manage everything related to their activities. Focus only on your favorite sport and we will do the rest…

It includes:
• BIB number pack with exclusively designed T-shirt
• Your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry
• Safe keeping of your belonging during the race
• many more like: tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets

The Simple activity offer is addressed to those who wish to come and stay in Santorini on their own. It includes all the logistics of the race entry, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets
If you really want to feel like a champion, we are here to support you!

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Mutliple Activities Offer: from € 60 » BOOK NOW



The Mutliple Activities offer is addressed to those who wish to come and stay in Santorini on their own and they are going only to participate in RUNNING AND SWIMMING.
This offer is ideal for those who want plant their trip on their own and let us manage everything related to their activities. Focus only on your favorite sports and we will do the rest…

It includes:
• BIB number pack with exclusively designed T-shirt
• Your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry for both running and swimming
• Safekeeping of your belonging during the race
• Tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets and much more

The Simple activity offer is addressed to those who wish to come and stay in Santorini on their own. It includes all the logistics of the race entry, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets
If you really want to feel like a champion, we are here to support you!

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Running Offer #1: from € 119 per person for three days/two nights accommodation » BOOK NOW




This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Santorini the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Santorini. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.

It includes:
• Accommodation at Central Fira Hotel or Meli Meli Hotel
• Registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry
• Clothing and personal belongings management
• BIB number
• Timing Chip
• Commemorative Medal for participation
• Bag with T-shirt
• many more like: tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets

It starts from €119 per person (runner or not) for three days/two nights accommodation at Central Fira or Meli Meli Hotel.
If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional € 49 per night per person.
- Depending on availability we may use a similar or better hotel.  
- The above (3days/2nights) offer is per person, double occupancy

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Running Offer #2: from € 159 per person for four days/three-nights accommodation » BOOK NOW



This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Santorini the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Santorini. We have planned that you leave Santorini on Monday so you have a full day after the event to recover, relax and enjoy this unique island.
We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan to make the most out of your visit in Santorini.

It includes:
• Accommodation at Central Fira Hotel
• Registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry
• Clothing and personal belongings management
• BIB number
• Timing Chip
• Commemorative Medal for participation
• Bag with T-shirt
• many more like: tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets

It starts from € 159 per person (runner or not) for a four days/three nights accommodation at Central Fira Hotel in Santorini.  Depending on availability we may use a similar or better hotel.
If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional € 45 per night per person.
- The above (4 days/3 nights) offer is per person, double occupancy

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Running Offer #3: from € 259 per person for three days/two-nights accommodation » BOOK NOW



This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Santorini the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Santorini. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.

It includes:

• Accommodation at Central Fira Hotel
• Transportation by ferry from / to Piraeus (Athens)
• Registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry
• Clothing and personal belongings management
• BIB number and Timing Chip
• Commemorative Medal for participation
• Bag with T-shirt
• Tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets ♥♥

It starts from €259 per person (runner or not) for a three days/two nights accommodation at a Central Fira Hotel in Fira. Depending on availability we may use a similar or better hotel.  If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional € 45
- The above (3days/2nights) offer is per person, double occupancy

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Running Offer #4: from €390 per person for four days/three nights accommodation » BOOK NOW



This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Santorini the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Santorini. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.

It includes:

• Accommodation at Aqua Vista Hotels ( 4* Star Hotels)
• Registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry
• Clothing and personal belongings management
• BIB number
• Timing Chip
• Commemorative Medal for participation
• Bag with T-shirt
• many more like: tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets

It starts from €390 per person (runner or not) for a four days/three nights accommodation at Aqua Vista Hotels ( 4* Star Hotels).
If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €90
- The above (4days/3nights) offer is per person, double occupancy

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Running Offer #5: from €1190 per person for eight days/seven-nights experience » BOOK NOW



Live the best of Greece in one week!
Start from the Santorini Experience and the Cyclades islands, discover Athens and celebrate running in the Costa Navarino challenge! Three unique locations, two great events, one amazing city.

This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Santorini the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Santorini. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.

It includes:
• Accommodation in four star hotels in Santorini, Athens and Costa Navarino
• Registrations to Santorini Experience and Costa Navarino Challenge
• Transportations to/from Santorini/Athens/Costa Navarino
• Running tour in Athens
• Commemorative Medal for participation
• Exclusive starting pack with running gear and race tee shirts
• Tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your    personal targets and the RunninGreece service and support during your   stay in Greece!

It starts from € 1190 per person (runner or not) for a nine days/eight nights unique experience. If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional € 99
- The above (9days/8nights) offer is per person, double occupancy

Transportation
In case you want us to arrange your transportation from Athens to Santorini and return, please let us know by email at info[@]www.runningreece.com

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Special Running Offer » Get a Custom Quote

Please tell us all your requirements and preferences, how many days you want to spend in Santorini, what other places you wish to visit and we will come back with a tailor-made offer specific for you! We can add trainings, running tours, car/bike rental, excursions, family activities and many more. In any case our offer will include the hotel arrangements, transportation to and from your hotel, participation to the race and all the logistics of the race entry, transportation to and from the starting line, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets, safe keeping of your belonging during the race and suggested vacation plan for all the days that you will be in Santorini.

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Group Running Offer » Get a Custom Quote

If you are a group of people, please tell us all your requirements, how many of you are running, what you like and what you do not like and we will come back with a tailor-made offer specific for you and your company!
We can add trainings, running tours, car/bike rental, excursions, family activities and many more. In any case our offer will include the hotel arrangements, transportation to and from your hotel, participation to the race and all the logistics of the race entry, transportation to and from the starting line, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets, safe keeping of your belonging during the race and suggested vacation plan for all the days that you will be in Santorini.

All available Accommodation options

RunninGreece provides you all available accommodation options (hotels, Airbnbs, hostels, etc.) at the lowest price online. This pricing is equal or better than what you’ll find on any discount travel or hotel website. Book directly from the map below!

In Travel Offers we have handpicked our favorite locations, destinations, and activities to make this trip an unforgettable experience to you.  However, we understand that you might want to make your own search and selection.  This is why we have gathered in one place all available accommodation options from all different providers. From 5-star hotels to Airbnb small apartments you can find everything here!

Please be reminded that in all our Travel Offers event registration is either included or complimentary. 
However, if you book through this service you still need to register for the event selecting our Simple Running Offer option.

Of course, you can still use this service even if you do not participate in an event or register to the event from another site.
Book directly from the map below!

Rent a bike and discover Santorini!



Santorini, or Thira, is the top destination in Greece and among the most romantic destinations in the Greek islands and also in the world. Located in the Aegean Sea, in the Cyclades islands, Santorini island was the site of one of the largest volcanic eruptions in the world and what remains today is a submerged volcano and a caldera. Amazing villages has been constructed on the edge of this caldera, with Cycladic architecture and breathtaking view to the sea.
Apart from the fabulous caldera villages, Santorini Greece is also famous for the romantic sunset, the volcano, and the luxurious resorts.

The event that marked its history was the enormous volcanic eruption of 1,650 BC. This eruption changed the circular shape of the island and created the famous caldera, on top of which picturesque villages were constructed in the Medieval times. The caldera villages of Santorini Greece are incredible with their traditional architecture, the paved streets and the breathtaking view to the sea.

The village of Oia, in particular, is famous for the romantic sunset. Book a hotel at the caldera and the experience of your Santorini holidays will be unforgettable. Also do not miss the restaurants with the amazing view to the volcano. This volcano can be visited by boat tour from the old port of Fira.
On the southern side of the island, there are large beaches to enjoy a day in the sun. Kamari and Perissa are the best organized beaches and famous for their black sand, while very popular is the Red Beach. Close to the Red Beach is the Minoan Site of Akrotiri, which was covered in volcanic ash by the eruption of Thira.

Santorini is famous for its romantic sunsets. The best sunset on the island is seen from Oia, but equally gorgeous are the sunsets from all the caldera villages. Great poets have sung its praises, a 4.000 year old history.
The marvelous dry climate and the almost unbroken sunshine create, all year long, conditions which are perfect for observation, photographs and videos under an extraordinary variety of natural lights and colors.

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You can also find the best cheap flights to Greece here:



We have also select for you the best possible ferry tickets to Syros and the Greek islands!

 

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