Full-Day Tour to Nisyros The Volcano Island
Description
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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Itinerary
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.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from hotels in below areas Kos Town, Lampi, Psalidi, Agios Fokas Tigaki, Marmari Mastichari Kardamena
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Important Information
- 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.
Reviews(517)
Mixed experience for me: Volcanoe was totally worth everything. Town was quaint. I would have preferred slightly more time at volcanoe at the expense of 3 hours in the little town. Guide Katarina was friendly and knowledgeable. very unpleasant for me was the pick up / transfer / ferry experience. First, hotel pick up was not at the hotel but at a main road, which was ca 15 mins walk. Ok in the morning, not nice in the hot afternoon sun with tired kids. Should be made clear prior to booking. Transfer to ferry: huge crowd being bellowed at. Boats seemed too full, people hardly found space. I did not feel safe. On way back, same experience. It night be efficient for provider but for me very offputting. Wanted to take another tour but will now rather hire car.
Definitely worth it :) The island of Nisyros is very beautiful
The one hour boat trip was lovely and Nisyros is a gorgeous little town-very picturesque with winding streets and blue and white houses. Well worth a visit. A little disappointed with the volcano-the drive there was very scenic but the crater was underwhelming.
A really good trip and experience 10 stars for the guide
Very well-organized trip. The view was excellent. The trip is not too tiring.
Nisyros was really cute. The vulacano was cool but not too impressive. The tour was organized really well.
Interesting experience, Nisyros is very beautiful and Caldera vulcano is must see.
Lovely time, a must to do from Kos
The crater was awesome,,but the village of Mandraki was absolutely amazing. They gave us lots of time for lunch and to explore.
The trip was great. Super organized, there was plenty of time available both in the city and at the volcano, and Martha and Katharina did an absolutely fantastic job! Two super nice and funny people, very attentive to the needs of the guests. Very informative design. The city is breathtakingly beautiful! Absolutely recommendable, this trip!
