Sunset Cruise
14:17
On the last night of our Santorini trip our holiday was perfectly rounded off with a sunset cruise around the Caldera. I was a little bit nervous about this trip as I am not a big fan of boats and was slightly worried about getting seasick. However I pushed through my anxiety, and I am so glad I did as it was a breathtaking experience that I will not forget.
The first hurdle was getting down to the boat. Santorini's capital city Fira is built up 400 meters high, so as you can imagine it is quite a way down to the port. There were two ways to get to the boat: walk or cable cars. I did not like the look of the cable cars wobbling their way down the cliffside and already had anxiety about the boat, so a few of us decided it didn't look that far and we'd take the steps.
These pictures were taken at the start of our trek down the steps, which we found out when we got to the bottom that there were 600 of!! They also do donkey rides up and down the steps but after seeing how unruly they were that was not an option. There was no formation to them and the ones that didn't have any riders on were just running in all directions. They were crazy! I think we got about halfway down when my legs started to shake, so there was no more stopping to take in the views we just wanted to get to the bottom and get a bottle of water. It's safe to say I have never been happier to sit down on a boat in my life, ha ha. It was also really nice that the groom had organised a private cruise for us so we had the boat to ourselves.
It was absolutely amazing cruising around the smaller volcanic islands and getting so close that you could smell the sulphur. It's just crazy to think that these islands were created by volcano eruptions, especially when you see the sheer size of them up close. We also went past a little island where the tour guide told us that there is a little old man who lives alone on the island with his goats and goes fishing in the sea for food, I'm not sure how I'd cope without technology but I love the idea of such a simplistic life on my own little island.
After our little tour around the volcanic islands we headed to the small island of Thirassia where the boat was moored for us to eat. Now I was clearly too hungry after my long walk down those steps at Fira to take any pictures of the food, but the staff on the boat put on an amazing spread. There was souvlaki, greek salad, breads, the most amazing potatos I have ever tasted, tzatziki, keftedes, my new favourite tiropitakia (little feta parcels) and much more. Then for dessert there was the traditional greek baklava and honey cake. I've always loved greek food but this trip has reignited my love for it and am definitely thinking of trying out a few recipes myself as I am missing it so much.
After we had finished eating we cruised our way to Oia on the north of the island of Santorini to watch the sunset. This part of the cruise was so relaxing as we could just sit and watch the sun go down as music was softly played around the boat.
(This is Oia as seen from the boat, it is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen and we did manage to find a couple of hours to spend there before we left. I am thinking of doing another post on here though, if you're not too bored of my Santorini posts yet?)
If you ever find yourself in Santorini I cannot recommend this boat trip enough, and that's coming from someone who hates boats! The worst part for me was getting the cable car back up to Fira, as I was not walking those steps again but if you don't mind cable cars it'd be a breeze for you.
15 comments
Holy wow, it looks so beautiful there! xx
ReplyDeleteStunning! I can empathise because I sometimes get a little motion sickness too but I'm glad you enjoyed it! Those donkeys look pretty cute too, even if they are a little wild! You've really got me thinking about Greek food too, I might look up some recipes :) xxx
ReplyDeleteWow, how beautiful! I want to do that :) And I love your cute white outfit!
ReplyDeletexx
Larissa
Looks so beautiful and romantic! Love this! xx
ReplyDeleteALLURE OBSESSED - BEAUTY BLOG // BLOGLOVIN'
Oh Santorini That's one of the places I would love to visit! Thanks for sharing these amazing photos!
ReplyDelete600 steps! Wow, lady!
ReplyDeleteBut what a gorgeous place- I would looooove to go to Santorini someday!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Nice photos. I love Santorini
ReplyDeletexx
http://losaway.blogspot.com.es/
Such beautiful pictures! Definitely one of the most gorgeous places I've ever visited! This cruise looks so fun...I'll have to do it next time I visit!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pics, how lucky :) Bisous from France, Sand.
ReplyDeletewww.taimemode-fashionblog.com
Gorgeous photos, looks beautiful there!
ReplyDeletehttp://www.mintnotion.com
Oh wow - this is such a gorgeous post, you look so happy, relaxed and like you're having a wonderful time!!!
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoyed it - such beautiful post and the photos are just stunning!! Love it :)
Layla xx
www.sprinklesofstyle.co.uk
Beautiful Pics
ReplyDeleteFOLLOW my Blog!!! Maybe we can follow each other!!!
http://rimanerenellamemoria.blogspot.de
Gewinne ein Beauty Set im Wert von über 270€ auf meinen Blog.
New Worldwide Giveaway on my Blog!!! Win a Beauty Set in the value of 270€. Check it out!!!
Wow, all these pics are soooo cool!
ReplyDeleteXOXO
Ylenia
Amazing!!!
ReplyDeletexoxo
www.its-dash.com
So pretty! This looks incredible!
ReplyDeleteMelanie @ meandmr.com
Thank you for your lovely comments :)
I read every single one and will always try to reply x