Shared Tour: Caldera - Oia on a Traditional Boat at 9:45 AM
We leave the port of Athinios to embark on a traditional boat for our visit to active craters of the volcano on the top of the island of Nea Kameni, in Greek means "new burnt". Then we sail to Palea Kameni, “old burnt”, where thermal springs provide natural warm-water bathing even while the surrounding water and beaches may be cold, and the winds daunting.
The next destination will be Thirassia, which is a typical Cycladic village with a way of life as it used to be before the invasion of tourism. Tiny houses of various colors give a special character to these small settlements. It is an ideal place to taste some of the traditional plates of Santorini, to swim or to discover the simple village of Manolios by donkey.
When we arrive in our last destination the assistant will inform you of the pick up point and the time that our bus departs. The village is approximately 150 meters above sea level. This distance covered or walking the traditional steps on foot (250 steps) or by donkeys. The beauty of Oia is unsurpassed. In fact, it is almost impossible to describe in words. Small white houses tier the hillside, interspersed by splashes of rich ochre, deep fuchsia, cobalt blue, oyster pink and earthy red. Oia is one of the most photographed places in Greece. It has inspired artists, poets and every visitor who visits Santorini. Oia is best known for breathtaking sunsets; however, if truth be told, sunrise in Oia is also magical. In Oia there are two types of dwellings, the cave houses dug into the volcanic rock on the Caldera cliffs, and the Captains houses. The cave houses used to be the homes of ship crews, whereas the Captains houses belonged to the affluent class of ship owners. Many of the churches in Oia were dedicated to sailors.
This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure. Passengers must contact the local sightseeing company upon arrival to reconfirm their tour.
Duration:
Approximately 10 hours
Meeting point:
To be advised once you arrive at hotel
Ending point:
Same as meeting point
Departures:
9:45am (with pickup between 8:30am-9:00am)
Not Included:
Transportation to/from hotel, meals, entrance fees, gratuities
Additional Information:
Entrance fee to volcano is not included.
Boat departs at 9:45am
Return will be after sunset.
The guide stays on board after arrival in the port underneath Oia.
Tour operates May-Sept.
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