A Full Schedule of Activities for Santorini Experience 2024

Events for the Municipality of Thira with Mouroutsos, Kagialis, Iakovakis, Printezis, Papanikolaou, Arlauckas, Chountras

Santorini Experience is getting ready for its 7th year, presenting its most comprehensive schedule to date from October 3 to 6, 2024. Professional and amateur athletes from around the world will have the opportunity to combine unique sports activities in stunning locations on the island, such as the Volcano and the trail connecting Oia to Fira, with the impressive Caldera and breathtaking views of the Aegean. 

Swim with Safety from the Volcano! 

On Friday, October 4, at 10:00 a.m., participants will swim from the Volcano to the old port of Fira, with the imposing view of the island in front of them in the thrilling 1.5-miles (2.4 km) open water swimming race. The swim route will be conducted safely in the magical waters of Santorini (with an average water temperature of 22-23 degrees Celsius) with the support of the Santorini Boatmen’s Association, which assists in both race execution and swimmer transport from the old port to the Volcano. Safety will be ensured by professional lifeguards and rescue boats from Lifeguard Patrol, providing essential medical and first aid equipment. Nautical Club of Santorini, Thira’s Volunteer Rescue Team, and Caldera Yachting will also support the swim with boats and personnel, while the event provides every athlete with a safety buoy, which is mandatory for all participants. The swim race’s Technical Director is Nikos Gemelos, with Olympic and world honors. 

Watch the swimming route video here: https://youtu.be/FKyh6_hoL4g 

Great Swimmers from the Paris Olympics Come to Santorini 

The world’s elite open water swimmers, including those from the Paris Olympics, are expected to participate in the swimming from the Volcano. Among them are Italian world champion and European champion Barbara Pozzobon, Hungarian silver medalist and 4th place Olympic finisher Anna Olasz, German world and European champion Leonie Beck, and Italian European champion Mario Sanzullo. The renowned Italian Olympic and world championship-winning coach Fabrizio Antonelli will also attend the event.

Run on the Caldera with a View That Takes Your Breath Away 

The event returns this year with three familiar and stunning trail-running routes along the Caldera on the path that connects Oia to Fira. On Saturday, October 5, participants will enjoy the breathtaking view of the volcano with running routes designed for everyone. At 08:15 a.m., the 15km race powered by HOKA and the 10km race powered by SIXT, a member of MOTODYNAMICS Group, will start. At 11:00 a.m., the 5km “Aristides Alafouzos” race powered by Miele will begin. All routes start from the desalination plant in Oia, including dirt paths, and finish back in Oia. 

Watch the running route video here: https://youtu.be/6Ivv_lt20UM

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The schedule of Santorini Experience includes several side activities aimed at the young people of the Municipality of Thira, promoting sports and healthy role models.

Taekwondo Lessons with Michalis Mouroutsos

On Saturday, October 5, Olympic gold medalist Michalis Mouroutsos will implement taekwondo lessons for children at 16:00, followed by a taekwondo seminar for the competitive teams of the clubs Leontes Santorini, Panthiras, and Olympic Academy of Santorini at 17:00. All lessons will take place at the Indoor Gymnasium Basketball Court, Municipality of Thira.

Printezis Teams Up with Arlauckas for Basketball Lessons!

For the first time, two legendary athletes, the two-time champion and EuroLeague record holder Georgios Printezis and the EuroLeague legend and European champion with Real Madrid Joe Arlauckas, will teach the island’s children the basics of basketball at the basketball clinic powered by Trace ‘n Chase on Sunday, October 6, at 12:00 p.m. at the Indoor Gymnasium Basketball Court. 

Kids Running with Olympian Periklis Iakovakis

Among the side activities of Santorini Experience, a Kids Running event will be held with Olympian and European champion in the 400m with hurdles Periklis Iakovakis. The children’s run will be held for children of Santorini’s local clubs, with the dynamic participation of the club Hephaestus Thiras, on Sunday, October 6, at 10:00 a.m., at the Thira Municipal Stadium (Panthiraikos).

Speeches about Diversity of Dimitris Papanikolaou powered by MOTODYNAMICS Group

Speeches about diversity with the former international basketball player and European champion Dimitris Papanikolaou, who is also an ambassador for the MOTODYNAMICS Group, will be organized for the first time for middle and high school students in the Municipality of Thira. These will take place on Thursday, October 3, at 9:00 a.m. at Fira Middle School and at 12:00 p.m. at Mesaria Middle School, while on Friday, October 4, he will speak at 8:30 a.m. at Emporio Middle School and at 11:30 a.m. at Fira High School.

Speech of Pavlos Kagialis powered by MOTODYNAMICS Group

In this year’s event, on Saturday, October, at 13:00, there will be a speech by the Olympic bronze medalist in sailing, Pavlos Kagialis, powered by the MOTODYNAMICS Group, for the children of the Santorini Nautical Club.

Road Safety Speeches powered by MOTODYNAMICS Group

At the same time, the MOTODYNAMICS Group together with motorsport coach Thanasis Chountras, will organize road safety speeches for middle and high school students in the Municipality of Thira. These will take place on Thursday, October 3, at 9:00 a.m. at Fira High School and at 12:00 p.m. at Thira Vocational School (EPAL), while on Friday, October 4, at 8:30 a.m. at Fira Middle School and at 11:30 a.m. at Mesaria Middle School.

See the event’s full schedule here: https://santorini-experience.com/en/schedule-2024/ 

Rich Prizes for Participants & Race Winners!

Each participant will receive a participation package, which includes: a bag, a technical t-shirt, a medal (for those who finish), a timing chip, a swim cap (for the swimming race), a race number (for running), a waterproof race number (for swimming), personal item storage, refreshments at the start/finish and along the running route, refreshments at the swim finish, medical coverage with rescue teams for the run and lifeguards for the swim, and rich prizes from sponsors.

Additionally, hoper, the company introducing scheduled helicopter flights to Greece, will be the Official Helicopter Partner of Santorini Experience for the first time. hoper is reshaping transportation in Greece by bringing destinations closer than ever. As part of this year’s event, the innovative company will offer the winner of the open water swimming race a tour, ensuring safety with their fleet.

HOKA, one of the leading running shoe brands, is participating in the event for the first time as the Official Footwear Sponsor. The company will gift a pair of unique HOKA shoes to both the first man and woman in the 15 km race powered by HOKA. HOKA shoes are specially designed for running, utilizing advanced technologies unique to the brand.

SportAdore, as the exclusive distributor of Luanvi in Greece, a top company known for its presence in major running events like the Valencia Marathon, will provide gift vouchers and exclusive sports equipment to athletes finishing second and third in all the races.

Kois Optics, a leader in the optics market, highlighting the history and culture of Syros, as the event’s Official Optics Partner will offer the first-place male and female winners in the 5 km “Aristides Alafouzos” powered by Miele and 10 km powered by SIXT, a member of MOTODYNAMICS Group races a pair of glasses.   

Finally, Messinian Spa, with products based on Kalamata olive oil and other natural treasures of Greece, will provide special gifts to the top three male and female winners in both the running and swimming races.

Free Participation for Thira Residents

Residents of Thira can participate in Santorini Experience 2024 for free. Free registrations are exclusively available at Alafouzos Sport in Fira, the Official Sports Store of the event. From Thursday, October 3 at 10:00 a.m., participants can visit the store to collect their participation package.

Thira Municipality was the first municipality since 2015 to offer free participation to its residents in the activities of major events. The need for exercise and wellness is more necessary than ever, and this opportunity for residents to be alongside top names in sports is unique.

SKY express, Official Airline Partner of Santorini Experience 2024

SKY express, with the newest fleet in Greece, flies you to the largest network of 33 destinations in the country and a continuously expanding network of 22 international destinations. With daily flights from Athens to Santorini, it is the ideal choice for visitors of Santorini Experience 2024.

Travel to Santorini with a 30% Discount on Ferry Tickets

Those visiting Santorini by ferry for Santorini Experience can travel with the safety and comfort of Blue Star Ferries, the event’s Official Sponsor. The top Greek shipping company offers a 30% discount on ferry tickets (all seats except cabins) from Piraeus, Cyclades, and Dodecanese to Santorini on round-trip tickets and 30% on vehicles for those participating in the event and visiting the island from October 1 to 8, 2024. Each person who has completed their registration is entitled to the same discount for 3 additional people (if they are their escorts).

Participants who have completed their registration can contact the following port offices for seat reservations and ticket issuance:

-Piraeus, GIOVANTI TRAVEL, Tel. +30 210-4119171

-Santorini, DAKOUTROS TRAVEL, Tel. +30 22860 22201

Book Your Helicopter Flight with hoper & Enjoy a Stunning View with a 20% Discount!

To make this event even more memorable, hoper offers exclusive helicopter flights to your destination. Enjoy beautiful landscapes from an exceptional vantage point. Improving the travel experience from booking to landing, hoper provides seamless experiences perfect for seasoned travelers. Reward yourself with an unforgettable, thrilling flight experience.

Book now and enjoy a 20% discount on your helicopter flight. Just use the code SANTORINI20 when booking.

Don’t miss the chance to add an unforgettable experience to your participation!

Book Your Flight Now: https://flyhoper.com/ 

20% Discount on Participant Transportation

Organize your transportation from Santorini’s port or airport with the help of Santorini’s Best Driver. Enjoy the comfort and quality services provided. Book now for any transportation needs during the event and receive a 20% discount on your transfers.

For more information: https://santorinisbestdriver.gr/ 

Capture the Moments

Preserve the unique moments of the event with a GoPro. Take stunning time-lapse photos while walking and avoid missing the moments by trying to capture them yourself. GoPro will do it for you!

SAMI TARAZI Pharmacy, located in Karterados and Megalochori in Santorini, support the Santorini Experience 2024 as a Partner, offering their services to every athlete.

Sponsors Supporting the Event

Premium Mobility Partner of the event is SIXT, a member of the MOTODYNAMICS Group. 

Athina Luxury Suites is the Silver Sponsor.

GoPro is the event’s Official Action Camera.

HOKA is the Official Footwear Sponsor.

Vikos Natural Mineral Water is the Official Water. 

Miele and NOUS Santorini are the event’s Bronze Sponsors.

hoper is the Official Helicopter Partner.

SKY express is the Official Airline Partner.

Blue Star Ferries is the Official Sponsor.

Alafouzos Sport is the event’s Official Sports Store. 

Luanvi is the Official Technical T-shirt.

Kois Optics are the Official Optics Partner.

Santorini Boatmen’s Association, Caldera Yachting, Nobu Hotel Santorini, Santorini’s Best Driver, Seaside Santorini, Messinian Spa, Santo Wines, Ftelos Brewery Santorini, Lifeguard Patrol, Agaze Restaurant, SAMI TARAZI Pharmacy, Ηealth Spot, Thira’s Volunteer Rescue Team and Trace ‘n Chase are the event’s Partners.

π³= Plastic Pollution Prevention is the Sustainability Partner.

Athens University of Economics & Business is the event’s Educational Partner.

The event will be implemented with the invaluable support of our Hospitality Sponsors, who promote the island with special prices and offer enormous support to the event. The confirmed hotels so far are the following: Athina Luxury Suites, NOUS Santorini, Nobu Hotel Santorini, Katikies Garden Santorini, Vedema, A Luxury Collection Resort Santorini (Empiria Group), Santo Pure Oia Suites & Villas, Santo Mine Oia Suites, Apeiron Blue, 270 Oia’s View, West East Suites, Lydia’s House, Santorini Folia Bianca, Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Santorini, Coco-Mat Hotel Santorini, De Sol Hotel & Spa, The Majestic Hotel Santorini (Kord Hotels), Meltemi Suites, Meltemi Village, Atlantis Beach, Neoklassiko Koukouli, Noni Studios, Santoriviera House, Ifestau4, En Plo Boutique Suites, Mon Signor, Fanouris Condo, MONOLiTHIA, Epavlis Hotel (Meraki Collection), Eteoro Suites Santorini, Sea Breeze Beach Resort Santorini, K & K Unique Holiday Homes, Aja Retreat, Blue Dolphins, Loizos Stylish Residences, Venus Sunrise Suites & Villas, Sienna Eco Resort.     

Check here for the available special offers from the hospitality sponsors for the participants of Santorini Experience, which are only valid during the event’s days: https://www.santorini-experience.com/en/event-info/accommodation-offers/ 

Santorini Experience is organized by the Municipality of Thira and ActiveMedia Group. The event is held under the auspices of the Greek Ministry of Tourism and the Greek National Tourism Organization.

For more information visit: www.santorini-experience.com 

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