Volcano Festival - Ifestia Boat Tour

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Embark on an unforgettable evening cruise as we sail across the stunning Caldera of Santorini. Admire the towering volcanic cliffs, the unique architecture of the cliffside villages, and the sparkling waters of the Aegean Sea — all while enjoying a glass of local wine on board.

Next, we cruise along the coast of Oia village, offering you the perfect vantage point from the water to witness Santorini’s legendary sunset, an awe-inspiring moment as the sun dips into the sea and the sky turns gold and crimson.

When the sun goes down, we continue toward the volcano, positioning ourselves at the ideal spot in the Caldera to enjoy the grand finale of the evening:
The Volcano Festival (Ifestia) — a breathtaking fireworks and light show that reimagines the island’s dramatic volcanic eruption with sound, fire, and color.

Marvel at the spectacle from the best seat in the house — aboard our boat, floating in the heart of the Caldera.

What's Included

Volcano Festival View on Board
Tour to Caldera
Free Wine
Sailing Sunset Tour
Cable Car Ticket (if no pick up option is selected)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Ormos Firon

The meeting point will be at the old port, outside of Santo Star Travel

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • Palea Kameni (Pass by)

    We will sail across Caldera where you will set eyes on the most beautiful landscapes, amazing architecture and extraordinary geological formations. Relish the crystal clear waters of the Aegean Sea and relax with your wine as we will be heading to Oia village.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Sunset in Oia

    Next destination will be Oia village, where the sun dives to the sea in the northernmost part of the island. Our boat will stop very close to the village where you will have the chance to watch the warm light of the setting sun under the violet sky before the night falls. This is the most unforgettable experience as the Caldera and the village of Oia will turn into gold color.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Palea Kameni

    When the sun goes down, we will head to the volcano where we will wait for the festival to starts from the most breathtaking spot. The fireworks will reach 90 miles in height, taking the place of magma and lava and creating a unique combination of light, sound and color, turning the night into day. The reenactment of this monumental event serves as a commemoration of how easy everything can be changed by nature. The spectacular show is made by fireworks flying out of the volcano, making it a stunning view.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Caldera's Boats Santorini Sea Excursions

Tags

Day Cruises
Sailing
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Water Tours
Sightseeing Cruises

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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