Santorini Volcanic Islands Cruise: Volcano, Hot Springs and Thirassia
Overview
Morning visit to Volcano and its sulfur waters on a Traditional Greek Caique Boat. The first stop of your adventure is the volcano of Santorini, where you will have the opportunity to climb on the top of the volcano, see and take photos of the active crater and walk on its rims. Next stop is to dive and swim in sulfur waters created by the underwater powers of the volcano. Enjoy free time in Thirassia. Admire amazing views of Santorini from a different viewpoint. Multilingual guided tour.
What's Included
- Stop at volcano, hot springs, and Thirassia island
- Foam pool noodles
- Roundtrip bus transfer from a pickup point nearest to your hotel (if option selected)
- Audio commentary on the boat
- Local guide
- Volcano entrance fees (cash only)
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Cable car ticket 6€ per way
- Santorini Volcano
Meeting and Pickup
There are pre-defined pick-up/drop-off locations, at convenient central spots in most villages. After the booking, you will be advised of a pick-up location that is closest to your hotel or most convenient for you!You are kindly requested to be on time at the designated point, as several pick locations must be covered and bus driver will not wait. Pickup times: NST Travel Agency Oia: 8:25 am, Imerovigli Bus Stop: 8:50 am,, Firostefani Central Square: 8:55 am, NST Experiences (Fira Departure point): 09:00 am, Kamari Erotokritos Cretan Bakery: 8:45 am, Perissa Meltemi Village: 8:45 am, Akrotiri Mathios Village: 9:00 am , Megalochori The Family Bakery : 09:10 am Pyrgos Restaurant :09:10 am Please make sure to be at the meeting point on time,and find your NST Bus.
Órmos Athiniós 847 00
Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Santorini Volcano
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Nea Kameni
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Palea Kameni
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Thirassia
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Santorini Volcanic Islands Cruise: Volcano, Hot Springs and Thirassia?
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Activity code: C-21977P13
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Stop at volcano, hot springs, and Thirassia island.
- Foam pool noodles.
- Roundtrip bus transfer from a pickup point nearest to your hotel (if option selected).
- Audio commentary on the boat.
- Local guide.
- Volcano entrance fees (cash only).
- Gratuities.
- Lunch.
- Cable car ticket 6€ per way.
- Santorini Volcano.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Santorini Volcanic Islands Cruise: Volcano, Hot Springs and Thirassia is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Santorini Volcanic Islands Cruise: Volcano, Hot Springs and Thirassia will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Stop at volcano, hot springs, and Thirassia island
- Foam pool noodles
- Roundtrip bus transfer from a pickup point nearest to your hotel (if option selected)
- Audio commentary on the boat
- Local guide
- Volcano entrance fees (cash only)
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Cable car ticket 6€ per way
- Santorini Volcano
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
