Thirassia Island: 6hr Private Tour with Lunch from Santorini
Description
Come with us on a private tour to explore Thirassia. Meet the locals, walk through traditional paths and discover hidden cave houses! Are you ready for your amazing tour? Our unique excursion to Thirassia Island starts from the port of Ammoudi, close to Oia in the north of the island.
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Itinerary
Embark on a 20-minute boat ride from Ammoudi port beneath Oia to the enchanting Thirassia! Traverse the crystal-clear Aegean waters and embrace the beauty of this charming isle.
Embark on an exhilarating journey to Thirassia's vibrant capital village, where a tapestry of colorful cubic houses awaits. Unearth captivating snapshots of traditional life, all while relishing the awe-inspiring vistas that greet you from every angle.
Discover the enchanting abandoned cave houses of Agrilia, a unique settlement with history and charm. Unearth the agricultural heritage, revel in the vibrant church, and soak up local religious lore. An unforgettable adventure awaits!
Indulge in a delectable Riva port feast after a day's adventure on Thirassia. Savor the local wine and soak up the mesmerizing sight of floating boats – a Santorini day trip delight!
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up from Fira, Firostefani, Imerovigli, and Oia is included; please let us know where you will stay.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Reviews(8)
We had a wonderful day with our guide Sandra. The trip was well planned, organized and very unique and special. For anyone looking for something truly memorable definitely book this tour.
Our second activity with Santorini Experts was to visit Thirassia Island with Kathrin. She picked us up from our accommodations, and drove us to the ferry dock, where we boarded the ferry for a quick crossing to the island. Great views along the way. A long climb up the stairs from the harbour to the town (not for the faint of heart) yielded great views (recommend you do this in the morning to avoid the heat). The town is charming and we walked around exploring, with Kathrin passionately describing the challenges these villagers face, and the history of the area. We then walked out of town, to visit the cave dwellings, since abandoned, and learned about how people lived in these caves until the 70's. From there we were picked and brought to a lovely restaurant for an amazing meal, then back to Thira on the ferry. Kathrin was a wonderful guide and great company. Her knowledge and enthusiasm made it such an enjoyable outing. I would highly recommend her tour company.
Agatha, our tour guide, was fabulous! She made this tour super fun! The hike is hard but doesn’t take too long and is rewarded with a beautiful view and a drink from the the top of Thirassia! Finished with a delicious linner (lunch/dinner) around 4pm with plenty of wine and food! Boat ride from Ammoudi Bay was gorgeous as well! Thank you for a great time and would highly recommend this tour.
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful review of our Discover Thirassia Tour! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fabulous time, and we couldn't agree more that Agatha is an exceptional guide who truly knows how to make the experience enjoyable. Thirassia's hike can indeed be challenging, but it's fantastic to know that you found it manageable and rewarding. The breathtaking views from the top are truly one-of-a-kind, and we're delighted that you got to savor them with a refreshing drink in hand. We take pride in providing a culinary experience that complements the island's natural beauty. And, of course, the boat ride from Ammoudi Bay is always a highlight, offering a picturesque journey that adds to the overall charm of the tour. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable adventure. Until then, safe travels and cheers to more beautiful experiences!
Amazing scenery, incredible insights and wonderfully knowledgeable tour guide, Agatha. She imparted wisdom upon us about Thirassia and its history as we climbed to impressive heights. Phenomenal excursion!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful review of our tour featuring the breathtaking scenery and the insightful guidance of our tour guide, Agatha. We are thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing experience exploring Thirassia with us. Agatha is indeed a gem, and her passion for the island's history and the region's unique features shines through in her tours. We are proud to have her as part of our team, and we'll be sure to pass on your kind words to her. Thirassia is a place rich in history and natural beauty, and we're delighted that you found our excursion to be a phenomenal experience. The impressive heights you climbed must have provided some truly stunning vistas and unforgettable memories. Thank you once again for choosing to explore Thirassia with us and for sharing your positive feedback. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more adventures in the future.
Absolutely brilliant and must do trip when you are at Santorini. Thirassia is basically the "old" Santorini. Kathrin is a wonderful host who takes care of everything and is also very caring for her guests. She is one of those people who really understands hospitality. She is a walking encyclopedia of knowledge and shares that with her guests in a very pleasant way with lots of humour. For me personally she also arranged that I could break up the walking tour earlier as it was incredibly hot the day we did it and I am still very grateful. If you want to book a trip or excusion book it via Kathrin!
It was a wonderful tour away from tourist trails and places. We learned an incredible amount about Santorini through Kathrin and were amazed how interesting Thirassia and her story is. Kathrin has such a pleasant and open-minded nature. The tour is simply recommended. Thank you, it was a very successful trip and a highlight of our now already sixth stay in Santorini.
Die kleine Schwester von Santorini ist genauso bezaubernd und es ist immer eine Freude, sie zu besuchen. Besonders wenn wir das in Begleitung von so tollen Menschen wie euch tun duerfen. Vielen Dank fuer den schoenen Tag und die netten Worte.
We had a very nice day - small group of 5 people - our guide Kathrin told us very interesting things about Thirassia and about Santorini in general - was super well organized - we got to know Santorini once quite "different" - the tour kept everything promised in the description - Kathrin likes to listen when she tells - we also had a lot of fun and got a very good local food at the end - we can absolutely recommend this tour - THANK YOU Kathrin for this beautiful day !!!
Hallo Roswitha, es war wirklich ein toller Tag und hat super Spass gemacht, Ihnen die Insel zu zeigen. Wir hoffen, Sie melden sich, wenn Sie wieder mal in Santorini sind. Viele Dank fuer die lieben Worte.
We were promptly picked up by our talented tour guide, Kathy who is fluent in English, Greek and German. Kathy is a wealth of knowledge about Santorini and she spoke with such passion about the Island of Thirassia. We ferried over to the island. The experience was sureal as we climbed the steep winding stairs to the top of the mountain where a quaint restaurant with a an old jolly Greek man waiting for us. We proceeded to hike the hills covered with blooming daises and you feel the warmth of the sun and the ocean breeze through your hair and the humming of birds and bees. We explored the antiquated empty villages consisting of old homes built into the hills and caves. We visited a beautiful Byzantine style church. We concluded the tour with a very late, but scrumptious and authentic Santorini meal consisting of a traditional Greek salad with feta cheese colorful olives in balsamic vineragrette, Moussaka and grilled meat while sitting at the dock watching ferries sail by. It was lovely. I highly recommend it for active adventurers who enjoy the outdoors/countryside.
