VOLCANO & CALDERA

The volcano is one of the most famous attractions in Santorini. Its eruption in the late Bronze Age changed the morphology of the island radically, before which the island used to have an entirely different shape and size. Consequently, the sister-islands we know today, consisting of Santorini—the main island—Thirassia, Nea Kameni, Palaia Kameni, and the smallest of all, Aspronisi, are the outcome of this intense volcanic activity.

Undeniably, this otherworldly volcanic landscape renders Santorini a unique place on earth, and the traditional Cycladic settlements built on the brow of the Caldera provide a breathtaking view of the mystifying islets the Aegean Sea. Walking across the ridge of the Caldera is an unforgettable experience where you will also get to admire an awe-inspiring view from different viewpoints and angles. Additionally, a boat tour to the volcanic islands will offer you the chance to explore the main crater of the volcano, and swim in the therapeutic waters of the hot springs that dot the Kameni islands.