Santorini Volcano & Oia Sunset Tour: 10-hour Boat Day

Drift in volcanic hot springs and dine steps from Thirasia’s waves

A full-day Santorini tour combines a boat ride to two active volcanic islands with a two-hour stop on Thirasia, then a sunset view from Oia on the return. The tour departs from Athinios port after hotel pickup, includes an English-speaking guide and crew, and runs approximately 10 hours. Children under 4 sit on a parent's lap and do not reserve a separate seat. The Santorini Volcano crater climb is cash-only at the site.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Santorini Volcano1h
2. Thirasia2h

Santorini volcano, island, and sunset tour

• Bus transfer to Athinios port
• Boat ride to Nea Kameni volcano
• Ascend to volcano crater
• Boat ride to Palea Kameni hot springs
• Swim or relax at hot springs
• Boat ride to Thirasia Island
• Swim, lunch, or explore Manolas village
• Sail past Oia village for photos
• Return by bus to starting point

The experience

You start with a pickup from your hotel and a drive to Athinios port, where the King Thiras boat waits. The first stop is Nea Kameni, the active lava island. You walk a soil path up to the crater itself (close enough to see the still-steaming ground), then return to the boat for the sail to Palea Kameni. There the boat stops about 50 meters from the hot springs, and you can dive into the green thermal water or stay aboard and watch.

Thirasia is next, and this is where the day slows down. You have two hours on the island: time enough to swim off the beach, sit down for a seaside lunch (you arrange and pay for your own food), or climb the winding steps into the village of Manolas to see the traditional houses. The boat crew and your English-speaking guide are with you the whole way, answering questions about what was here before the volcano's big explosion separated Thirasia from Santorini.

On the sail back to Athinios, the boat passes below the cliffs of Oia village, and this is when most people take their photos. The light is what it is at that hour, and the cliffs are the cliffs. Once you're back at the port, the bus is waiting to drive you back to where you started. The whole loop takes about 10 hours from pickup to return.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• boat transport to Nea Kameni volcano, Palea Kameni hot springs and Thirasia island.
• English-speaking guide and crew for the full 10 hours.
• return transport to your starting point.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 15 Oct 2027

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Youth (5 to 12 years) · Child (2 to 4 years): free · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 250

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on site€ 5

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Kamari Tours

Is this one for you?The tour runs in English with a live guide, so you follow the commentary throughout the day without needing Greek or a translation app. Book this one if you want the volcano, the hot springs and the islands all in a single loop, with someone who knows the route handling the timing and the boat.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (5 to 12 years); Child (2 to 4 years): free; Infant (under 2): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I swim in the hot springs on this Santorini tour?

Yes. The boat stops about 50 meters from the Palea Kameni hot springs opening, and you can dive into the green thermal water. You can also stay on the boat and watch if you prefer not to swim.

How much time do I spend on Thirasia island?

Thirasia has a two-hour stop built into the tour, which gives you time to swim, have lunch at a seaside restaurant, or walk up into the village of Manolas and explore the traditional houses and narrow streets.

What is included in the 10-hour tour price?

The tour includes pickup from your hotel, the boat ride to all three islands, the English-speaking guide and crew, and return transport to your starting point. Food and drinks are not included, though you can buy lunch on Thirasia. The crater climb at Santorini Volcano is cash-only at the site.

Do I need to book the Oia sunset separately?

No. The boat passes below Oia village on the return journey to Athinios port, and you see the sunset from the water as part of the regular tour route. You do not go ashore in Oia itself.

Is this tour suitable if I have limited mobility?

The tour includes a walk up a soil path to the Nea Kameni crater and climbing steps in Manolas village on Thirasia. It is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. If you have mobility concerns, contact the operator before booking to discuss what the day involves.