Santorini Volcano and Hot Springs Cruise Tour from Fira Old Port

Embark on a thrilling Santorini volcano tour, exploring Fira’s old port, volcanic sites, and hot springs. Hike to the top of the volcano, swim in the thermal waters, and learn about the fascinating history of the area.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Santorini Volcano - As the boat approaches the Volcano, the volcanic island emerges, captivating your senses.

Step ashore and join your tour escort on a thrilling trek along the volcanic path, uncovering ancient secrets and marveling the geological wonders.

Your tour escort will provide the important departure. If you decide to visit the volcano, you will have to pay a 5€ entrance fee.

Remember to bring a sun hat for protection, wear comfortable shoes for the hike, and carry water to stay hydrated.

Reach the volcano’s summit, and be mesmerized by breathtaking vistas. Immerse yourself in the otherworldly landscape, surrounded by the raw power of nature. Engage with your escort’s captivating stories about the volcano’s history and awe-inspiring eruptions.

After an unforgettable experience, return to the boat, cherishing the thrills of the adventure.

It is always recommended to follow the instructions and guidance of your tour escort for a safe and enjoyable experience.

What's Included
  • Foam pool noodles
  • Boat tour
  • Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fee for the Volcano (5€ - cash only)
  • Towels
  • Cable car ticket fee
Additional Information

Your journey begins from Fira’s historic harbor. Your initial stop will be at the bay of the volcano for a duration of one hour and a half. A fee of 5€ will be charged at the entrance if you opt to explore the volcano. Your tour guide will navigate you through pivotal points along the volcanic trail, leading you to the peak and offering insights into the volcano’s past. Be aware that the trail requires moderate walking.

Following the volcano visit, the boat will proceed towards the thermal springs on Palea Kameni Island. Upon reaching the hot springs, you’ll have a 30-minute swimming interval. The boat will halt roughly 30-40 meters away, which you will have to swim to reach the warm waters. It’s crucial to mention that customers choosing to swim at the hot springs should be proficient and confident swimmers, given the considerable distance (30-40 meters) to be swum.

  • For the volcano tour we recommend to wear comfortable shoes, sun hat and bring a bottle of water.
  • Dark color swimsuits are recommendable, in order to avoid stains from the sulphur.
  • To avoid any delays we advise our customers to be at the cable car or start walking down the steps, 45 minutes prior their departure.
  • There is a minibar in every boat, where you can buy water and snacks
Location
Santorini Old Harbor
The tour will start from the “Old Port of Fira” which is accessible only by cable car 6€ /per way (depart every 15 mins.) or by walking down the steps (30 mins walking). The meeting point is at "Santo Star" office at the old port.We expect all customers to arrive 30 mins prior the departure time.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.2
(976 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Ruthq
Jul 30, 2024
An excellent boat trip for a great price - Really enjoyed this trip. My kids were really impressed with the volcano and the swim at hot springs was great. Fantastic value for money. We had no issues with the cable car no queues on way down or way up for the 11am tour. Definitely recommend
Review provided by Viator
Michelle_d
Jul 29, 2024
Enjoyable boat trip from Santorini - Enjoyable tour from Santorini. Enjoyed the boat trip and the walk around the top of the volcano, swim in thermal spring also worthwhile.
Review provided by Viator
Christine_a
Jul 29, 2024
Fun filled action packed! - What a fun filled tour, it's convenient if you are coming off a cruise ship tender because it leaves from where the tender drops you off. There's great shopping at this little port as well. The hot springs and Volcano was outstanding. Highly recommend this tour! Wear sneakers for the Volcano tour!! What a great experience.
Review provided by Viator
Samantha_o
Jul 25, 2024
Quick tour on Santorini’s water - This is a quick tour you can do during the day or in the evening. Despite it being extremely hot, the boat was very nice and the tour went smoothly. I would recommend leaving earlier than later if you are doing the stairs or the cable car. The only thing I wish is that we had more time swimming as it was so hot and the water was amazing!
Review provided by Viator
Pumpkin_queen2013
Jul 25, 2024
Great budget friendly tour. Skip the coach transfer! - Really enjoyed this boat trip in general. Staff were all really helpful and gave clear instructions for departure times at each stop. There were a few pushy customers on the boat wanting the best seats and the queue to get on initially was a little chaotic. I’d also say that the bus transfer was pretty bad. Collection from Perissa not too bad (other than having to wait to board the boat in extreme heat and amongst boat/coach fumes upon arrival). The collection home was completely disorganised. No signs on any of the buses and it was a complete free-for-all. The driver told us we weren’t on his list but it was the correct coach. After persuading him using a map of where we wanted to go, he let us on but then the coach sat and waited for 45 mins before it left. I’d recommend making your own way to the port.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Paulina_p
Jul 24, 2024
Amazing - The volcano hiking is amazing, really impressive. The swimming is a little bit uncomfortable because you should change from the hiking clothes to the swimming ones which is not that nice. Maybe it should be separated tours so you could decide if you don’t want to do one
Review provided by Viator
Josehenrique_p
Jul 23, 2024
Interesting tour in Santorini - The volcano is very interesting. Good walk with nice views, nice pictures. Enough time to visit. The time in Hot Springs is quite short. Ah, and those springs are not that hot... Good ship, but too many people. Great guide and crew, careful with the customers.
Review provided by Viator
Cathy_c
Jul 30, 2024
Save your money and avoid - Extremely rude staff that yells at you and doesn’t understand questions in English, herded like sheep onto packed boat, only 10 min of swim time, long and treacherous hike up the volcano, no scenery ….😭 there were no positives of this experience just book the catamaran excursions
Review provided by Viator
Mobile52538540346
Jul 29, 2024
Terrible experience - Terrible experience , have travelled around world but never experienced racist staff in the catamaran especially the captain… they do not like coloured people … I travelled solo but had some American black people as well . One of the rare TripAdvisor recommendations gone terribly wrong …
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Jose_c
Jul 24, 2024
Do not buy, they are scammers - If you are coming on a cruise, Do not buy this experience. Please keep in mind that cruises utilize tender boats and Santorini authorities only allow 1000 people at a time on the dock. Therefore, it is a nightmare to get off the ship. That being said, we couldn't get off the ship on time. I advise buying this experience at their office on the port since I couldn't get a refund because was late. I do think they are aware of the situation and make money with people who cannot make it on time. When I reached the office they told me that I could ask for a refund, However, they denied the refund. It case you ask, why I say is scam is because I think they do know cruises wont make it on time.
Review provided by Viator
Select Date and Tickets
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
September 2024
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Today