Why choose this Kos tour ?
Enjoy this one hour cruise to the Dodecanese island of Nisyros and enter the crater of the volcano where you can feel lava rumbling beneath your feet. One of the most interesting islands of the Dodecanese awaits you – Nisyros, the volcano island.
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What makes Full-Day Tour to Nisyros The Volcano Island a unique experience ?
Leave the port of Kardamena, pass through Giali Island and arrive in Nisyros after an hour cruise where a bus awaits your arrival to take you to the volcano crater.
The volcano on the island of Nisyros is the youngest one in Greece. It is an active volcano as are the ones at Methana, on Milos Island and on Santorini Island. Most of Nisyros is mountainous, volcanic and very fertile. The island is composed of volcanic rock formations that were formed by previous volcanic activity.
The various rock formations (e.g. basalt) have been used as construction material in various buildings such as the Palaiokastro and the bell tower of the Church of Agios Ioannis Theologos located near Nikia. The island has been formed by lava. The rocks are covered by pyroclastic deposits and volcanic mud. Two possible eruptions occurred several millennia ago, estimated around 25,000 years back.
The largest crater of the volcano, named Polivotis, has a diameter of 260m and 30m depth. There are another 5 younger craters in the region, the largest of which is Stefanos with a diameter of 30m and a 30m depth. The valley that surrounds the volcano is 2,400m long and 950m wide.
Arriving back into the port of Nisyros you have the opportunity to visit the town of Mandraki. After a short walk through the narrow streets of blue and white painted houses, you have time for lunch (not included) or some shopping or even visit the famous monastery Panagia Spiliani before embarking the boat at 4:00pm for your return to Kos.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- High-factor sunscreen is recommended
- Summer clothing, comfortable shoes, camera, hat is also recommended.
- Comfortable Shoes for walking in the crater is also recommended.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Full-Day Tour to Nisyros The Volcano Island
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Full-Day Tour to Nisyros The Volcano Island Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Transfer to Volcano
- Tour escort/host
- Transport to Kardamena Port
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fee for the volcano
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Aegeas Travel.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 387 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Suggested item to bring include camera, sunscreen and a hat
