Milos Geological Tour: Half-day Geological & Mining Museum Private TourCity, Historical and Theme Tours
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Milos Geological Tour: Half-day Geological & Mining Museum Private Tour City, Historical and Theme Tours
- Milos, Greece
- €480.00 / group up to 3
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About this experience
✔ Health & safety measures apply✔ Private tour experience
✔ No booking fees
DURATION: 5 hours
STARTING TIME: 10.00 am
MEETING POINT: Pick up points: Adamas (09:45 am), Pollonia (10:00 am) - tell us your accommodation during the booking
LANGUAGES: English, Greek ( French & Spanish on request with an additional cost)
OPENING SEASON: April to October
WHO CAN COME: Milos geological tour is private. Only your group will participate
Overview
Embark on an immersive 5-hour Milos geological tour that will unveil the island's captivating and turbulent geological history. Begin your journey by witnessing the awe-inspiring sight of the inactive volcano in the Kalamos region, a testament to the island's volcanic origins. Delve deeper into Milos' geological heritage as you visit the remains of a sulfur mining plant, gaining insights into the island's industrial past. Immerse yourself in knowledge and discovery at the Mining Museum, where you'll unravel the secrets of Milos' volcanic past and marvel at its geological riches.
◾ Discover the island's rich mining heritage, learn about its volcanic origins, and gain a deeper understanding of the geological forces that have shaped this unique landscape.
◾Venture to the Salt Fields, where you'll encounter a mesmerizing landscape of salt pans and crystallized formations.
◾Experience the enchantment of fumaroles, where volcanic gases escape from the Earth's crust, creating a surreal and mystical atmosphere.
About this Experience
✔ Health & safety measures apply✔ Private tour experience
✔ No booking fees
DURATION: 5 hours
STARTING TIME: 10.00 am
MEETING POINT: Pick up points: Adamas (09:45 am), Pollonia (10:00 am) - tell us your accommodation during the booking
LANGUAGES: English, Greek ( French & Spanish on request with an additional cost)
OPENING SEASON: April to October
WHO CAN COME: Milos geological tour is private. Only your group will participate
Description - What to expect
Take a Milos geological tour and explore the geological history and landscape of the volcano island of Milos.Milos geological tour itinerary
◾ Mining museum, Obsidian collection
Short guided tour at the Milos Mining Museum. Exhibits and photographs of the exhibition showcase the impressive geological particularity of Milos and narrate in their own way the mining history of the island.
◾ Salt fields
Next, visit the Salt fields. With the help of your experienced guide, you will learn about the history of the Salt fields and learn about the port of Kanava and its importance from the Middle Ages, leading up to the early 20th century.
◾ Crater of Fyriplaka with the century-old cedar trees
Walk through the steep entrance of the crater and continue down the road that leads to a clearing right in the center of the crater, where the old cedar trees abide.
◾ Kalamos (volcano ending)
Admire the fumaroles and visit the observation standpoint of Ag. Kyriaki beach
◾ Sulfur Mines
Visit the actual mines and learn about their history. You will have time to walk and capture with your camera the imposing site
◾ Aggeria mine
Visit the largest active bentonite mine in Europe and the modern mineral processing factory
What's included, what's not
✔ Local English-speaking guide✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off (Adamas, Pahena, or Pollonia only)
✔ Bottled of water
✔ Midday snack
✔ Map of the island
✖ Admission to the Mining Museum (4 euros/pp, 2 euros for students and 65+)
Free Cancellation
Free cancellation is available for this Milos geological tour up to 48 hours before the start of the experienceHealth and safety
✔ Provider complies with local legislation and applicable health recommendations with regard to Covid-19 prevention measuresDescription - What to expect
Take a Milos geological tour and explore the geological history and landscape of the volcano island of Milos.Milos geological tour itinerary
◾ Mining museum, Obsidian collection
Short guided tour at the Milos Mining Museum. Exhibits and photographs of the exhibition showcase the impressive geological particularity of Milos and narrate in their own way the mining history of the island.
◾ Salt fields
Next, visit the Salt fields. With the help of your experienced guide, you will learn about the history of the Salt fields and learn about the port of Kanava and its importance from the Middle Ages, leading up to the early 20th century.
◾ Crater of Fyriplaka with the century-old cedar trees
Walk through the steep entrance of the crater and continue down the road that leads to a clearing right in the center of the crater, where the old cedar trees abide.
◾ Kalamos (volcano ending)
Admire the fumaroles and visit the observation standpoint of Ag. Kyriaki beach
◾ Sulfur Mines
Visit the actual mines and learn about their history. You will have time to walk and capture with your camera the imposing site
◾ Aggeria mine
Visit the largest active bentonite mine in Europe and the modern mineral processing factory
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