Day 1
This boat trip has it all! A visit to the most noteworthy sights of the island, swimming, a visit to the volcano and a taste of traditional delights.
We sail from the port of Fira. Our first stop is the volcano with its active crater! We swim in the hot waters of Palea Kameni beach where the temperature is 35o! Then, sailing above the sub-marine crater, we reach the small island of Thirassia where you can eat, swim and visit the traditional village of Manola.
The excursion continues with a stop at Oia, at the haven of Armeni. From here, it is up to you whether to head back to the port of Fira by boat or to remain in Oia and visit the picturesque village, as well as enjoy its world-famous sunset.
Return by local bus.
Departure at 10:30 from the old Port of Fira
Return to Oia-Port of Armeni at 15:45, return by local bus afterwards.
Return to port of Fira at 16:30
Time Table:
The boat will leave the old port at 10.30 hrs to sail reach the volcano lava "Nea Kameni" - .30hrs time to walk up to the cratera still actif & down.
Then sail along the lava rock to reach the hot springs "Palea Kameni" - stop for 20 mns (off shore ) - you may swim towards the hot springs-
The boat will continue to Thirassia island , 2 hours free to walk up to the main village or walk 140 steps or take the donkey)
Back to the boat, sail towards Oia/Armeni port.
From here, there are 2 options:
1) Head back to the port of Fira by boat an be there at 16:30
2) Remain in Oia and visit the picturesque village, as well as enjoy its world-famous sunset.
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