Milos Her Soul Her Earth - Half-Day Tour

Embark on a captivating tour through Milos, with stunning photo stops at the ancient town of Phylakopi, the lunar landscapes of Sarakiniko, and the fascinating Mining Museum of Milos, where the island's rich history and unique terrain come to life.

The various photo stops in the tour include and commercial town of Phylakopi, From the Plateau of Papafragas,the western fortification wall can still be admired and thelocal guide will reveal the fascinating and intriguing story of Phylokopi. It is an outstanding landscape. The bay of Sarakiniko will also be visited where the initial feeling upon arrival is that of “landing on the moon”. The dramatic lunar-like landscape is as a result of pumice stone or compacted volcanic ash. The group will have the opportunity to wander around and explore the interesting landscape at Sarakiniko and take photographs that will forever be imprinted in their minds. The tour is completed with a visit to the Mining Museum of Milos, which is located near Adamas. It is here that the history of the island's landscape is captured in a snapshot.

Itinerary:

• Phylakopi Milos: Phylakopi is a settlement dating back to the Neolithic Period. While excavating archaeologists discovered tools made of obsidian, a volcanic glass similar to granite. Also that was the place where the 'Lady of Phylakopi' was discovered.

• Papafragas Milos: Papafragas is a cluster of deep-sea inlets and sea caves. It is located at the base of pristine ravine that was shaped by volcanic activity.

• Sarakiniko Beach Milos: Sarakiniko is an inlet of pure white rock formations sculpted by volcanic eruptions. It is a unique landscape!

• Mining Museum of Milos: The Museum’s aim is to promote the rich geological and mining history of Milos and to pay homage to all those who have worked hard in order to develop the island’s mineral wealth that contributed greatly to its financial and cultural affluence during its long and uninterrupted history.

Language

English