Iraklio Trip Overview
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Santorini is a small, circular archipelago of volcanic islands located in the southern Aegean Sea, about 200 km south-east from Greece’s mainland.
It is the most active volcanic center in the Aegean Arc, though what remains today is largely a caldera. The name Santorini was given to it by the Venetians in the 13th century and is a reference to Saint Irene. Before then it was called Kallisti, Strongili or Thera.
Today, Santorini is the only inhabited Caldera (volcano cauldron) in the world. Unlike other islands in Greece, the towns and villages sit densely on top of the massive cliffs of the Caldera and from a distance appear like snow capping the towering mountain tops. The colored strata of the volcanic rock of these cliffs are spectacular in themselves: chocolate brown, rust red, yellow ochre, white and cream will never let you forget.
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Duration: 15 hours
Starts: Iraklio, Greece
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Make your dream come true in one of the most amazing destinations worldwide!
Santorini is a small, circular archipelago of volcanic islands located in the southern Aegean Sea, about 200 km south-east from Greece’s mainland.
It is the most active volcanic center in the Aegean Arc, though what remains today is largely a caldera. The name Santorini was given to it by the Venetians in the 13th century and is a reference to Saint Irene. Before then it was called Kallisti, Strongili or Thera.
Today, Santorini is the only inhabited Caldera (volcano cauldron) in the world. Unlike other islands in Greece, the towns and villages sit densely on top of the massive cliffs of the Caldera and from a distance appear like snow capping the towering mountain tops. The colored strata of the volcanic rock of these cliffs are spectacular in themselves: chocolate brown, rust red, yellow ochre, white and cream will never let you forget.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Santorini, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
Guided tour by coach to visit OIA: The oldest village in Santorini.
FIRA: The capital of Santorini where you have free time to explore the picturesque traditional little alleys
PERIVOLOS: Optional – Swimming at Perivolos beach.
Duration: 7 hours
Stop At: Oia, Oia, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
Stroll around its small alleys and stone built streets, filled with culture and tradition. The harmony of the colors of the sea and the sun, the wonderful view, bear the spirit of Hellenism and make Oia incomparable.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Fira, Fira, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
After a short guided walk with the tour guide you have free time to explore the picturesque traditional little alleys.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Perivolos, Perivolos, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
Visit the magnificent black beach and refresh yourself, have an optional lunch or coffe
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Athinios Port Santorini, Epar. Od. Ormou Athiniou, 847 00 Greece
Departure from Santorini with Sunset view heading back Heraklion
