Boats anchored near volcanic rocks on Santorini Volcano Boat Tour.
Guests swimming near rocky shore at Santorini Volcanic Island.
Boats anchored near volcanic rocks at Santorini Volcano Hot Springs, Thirassia.
Swimmers enjoying hot springs near a white chapel at Palea Kameni, Santorini.
Guests hiking on volcanic terrain during Santorini Volcano Boat Tour.
Thirassia village architecture with blue-domed church in Santorini.

Santorini Volcano & Thirassia Half Day Cruise

Santorini
Sightseeing Cruises
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Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

Free cancellation

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Transfers included
Transfers included
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Explore the fascinating Santorini Volcano & Thirassia Half Day Cruise in Santorini, Greece. As you set sail towards Nea Kameni to visit the volcano, take in the striking cliffs of Santorini and hike up to its crater with an expert guide for insightful history lessons (entrance fee: 2.5€ per person). The journey continues to thermal waters where you can enjoy a serene stop within close proximity to Agia Irini.

Explore at leisure the volcanic crater, and take a dip in thermal waters.

Revel in the old-time charm of the Thirassia village.

Sample authentic and delicious Santorinian cuisine at the village.

Upgrade to transfers for a convenient to and fro from your hotel.

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Pick up and drop off with air-conditioned bus/coach (optional)

Expert English, Spanish, French, and Italian speaking guide

Cable Car fee: 6€ /per person (for those who have not chosen transfers)

Volcano entrance fee: 2.5€ /per person

Any private expenses

Food and drinks

Boats anchored near volcanic rocks on Santorini Volcano Boat Tour.

Boats anchored near volcanic rocks on Santorini Volcano Boat Tour.

As you board the sightseeing boat and start towards Nea Kameni for the first stop at the volcano, you will get the chance to take in the hulking, multi-hued cliffs of Santorini. Once you reach there, you can enjoy a hike up to the volcanic crater with your expert guide (2.5€ entrance fee per person). Make most of the 1.5 hrs here to take Instagrammable snaps of the vista spread out beneath you, and learn the interesting history of the volcano from your guide.

The next stop is at the famed thermal waters, where the boat will be anchored for 30 minutes, within 30 meters of Agios Nicholaos beach’s shallow waters. Mixed with mud and full of iron, sulfur, and other metals originating from the volcano, the waters are a blessing for skin and physical ailments like rheumatism and arthritis. Enjoy a healing soak here, before moving on to the final stop - the island of Thirassia. (Note - It is essential that you swim extremely well in order to reach the Agios Nicholaos’ beach.)

For two hours, you can explore Thirassia, a miniature version of Santorini from years ago. Only 9 sq km in size and with around 300 permanent residents, the village has retained its traditional roots and is untouched by the modern lifestyle. Taste authentic Santorinian cuisine and walk around the capital - the main village of Manolas - from where you can get spectacular views of Santorini. The tour will conclude at the old port of Fira, with those who have selected transfers being dropped off at their respective hotels.

Guests swimming near rocky shore at Santorini Volcanic Island.

Guests swimming near rocky shore at Santorini Volcanic Island.

Boats anchored near volcanic rocks at Santorini Volcano Hot Springs, Thirassia.

Boats anchored near volcanic rocks at Santorini Volcano Hot Springs, Thirassia.

Swimmers enjoying hot springs near a white chapel at Palea Kameni, Santorini.

Swimmers enjoying hot springs near a white chapel at Palea Kameni, Santorini.

Additional information

  • Please note: The Old Port of Santorini is currently closed for structural renovations until May 25. During this period, the cruise will operate with a transfer service and depart from the New Port of Fira instead.

  • Due to uneven surfaces, the tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or those who use wheelchairs and strollers.

  • Photography is allowed on this tour.

  • You can bring a guide dog on this tour.

Guests hiking on volcanic terrain during Santorini Volcano Boat Tour.

Guests hiking on volcanic terrain during Santorini Volcano Boat Tour.

Thirassia village architecture with blue-domed church in Santorini.

Thirassia village architecture with blue-domed church in Santorini.

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There is an optional pick-up and drop-off service available using air-conditioned buses or coaches, providing convenient transfers to and from hotels.
An entrance fee of 2.5€ per person is needed, but it's important to note that cable car fees are separate if you haven't chosen transfers.
Yes, you can take photos on this tour as photography is permitted.
The tour involves uneven surfaces and may not be suitable for individuals with walking disabilities or those who use wheelchairs and strollers.
You are welcome to bring a guide dog along for the journey.
Highlights include exploring the volcanic crater, enjoying thermal waters, experiencing Thirassia village's charm, and sampling authentic Santorinian cuisine at the village.
Meals are not covered; food and drinks should be considered private expenses during the tour.
Yes, there is a 2.5€ entrance fee per person to access the volcanic crater area.
Due to structural renovations, the cruise departs from the New Port of Fira instead of the Old Port.
The expert guide speaks English, Spanish, French, and Italian, catering to a diverse group of travelers.

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