Day Tour to Santorini Island from Heraklion Crete

Duration11h - 12h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, Russian, English, Italian, Polish, French

Group sizeUp to 50 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Santorini, the gem of Cyclades. Well known worldwide island for the view of Caldera, its picturesque white houses built on its cliffs and the famous volcanic sand beaches. The fact that it’s just 2 hours away from the island of Crete, makes this activity a Must-Do when you visit Heraklion.

Options

Russian: Hersonisos, Malia

Pick-up from specific points: : Malia, Stalis, and Hersonissos, Piskopiano, Koutouloufari areas
Pickup included

French: No transfer included

Meeting point:: SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port

Russian: Agia Pelagia or Sisi

Pick-up from specific points:: Sisi, Agia Pelagia, Lygaria area
Pickup included

German: Anissaras, Gouves

Pick-up from specific points: : Anissaras, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Analipsi and Ammoudara area
Pickup included

Italian: Agia Pelagia or Sisi

Pick-up from specific points:: Sisi, Agia Pelagia, Lygaria area
Pickup included

English: Agia Pelagia or Sisi

Pick-up from specific points:: Sisi, Agia Pelagia, Lygaria area
Pickup included

French: Hersonisos, Malia

Pick-up from specific points: : Malia, Stalis, and Hersonissos, Piskopiano, Koutouloufari areas
Pickup included

English: No transfer included

Meeting point:: SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port

Polish: Anissaras, Gouves

Pick-up from specific points: : Anissaras, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Analipsi and Ammoudara area
Pickup included

Polish: Agia Pelagia or Sisi

Pick-up from specific points:: Sisi, Agia Pelagia, Lygaria area
Pickup included

Russian: No transfer included

Meeting point:: SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port

Italian: Hersonisos, Malia

Pick-up from specific points: : Malia, Stalis, and Hersonissos, Piskopiano, Koutouloufari areas
Pickup included

Polish: Hersonisos, Malia

Pick-up from specific points: : Malia, Stalis, and Hersonissos, Piskopiano, Koutouloufari areas
Pickup included

Polish: No transfer included

Meeting point:: SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port

French: Agia Pelagia or Sisi

Pick-up from specific points:: Sisi, Agia Pelagia, Lygaria area
Pickup included

German: Agia Pelagia or Sisi

Pick-up from specific points:: Sisi, Agia Pelagia, Lygaria area
Pickup included

From Elounda, Agios Nikolaos

Pick up from resorts: Elounda, Agios Nikolaos, Istron & Ierapetra
Pickup included

English: Hersonisos, Malia

Pick-up from specific points: : Malia, Stalis, and Hersonissos, Piskopiano, Koutouloufari areas
Pickup included

German: No transfer included

Meeting point:: SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port

French: Anissaras, Gouves

Pick-up from specific points: : Anissaras, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Analipsi and Ammoudara area
Pickup included

German: Hersonisos, Malia

Pick-up from specific points: : Malia, Stalis, and Hersonissos, Piskopiano, Koutouloufari areas
Pickup included

Italian: No transfer included

Meeting point:: SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port

Italian: Anissaras, Gouves

Pick-up from specific points: : Anissaras, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Analipsi and Ammoudara area
Pickup included

Russian: Anissaras, Gouves

Pick-up from specific points: : Anissaras, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Analipsi and Ammoudara area
Pickup included

English: Anissaras, Gouves

Pick-up from specific points: : Anissaras, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Analipsi and Ammoudara area
Pickup included

What's included

Liability Insurance Coverage by ALLIANZ for our tour participants
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional Driver
Tour Guide
Ferry Tickets by high-speed boat

Snacks
Cruise from Santorini to the Volcano (20€)

What to expect

Heraklion
1h

We will start collecting participants from pick-up points in the morning.
Depending on the place of your hotel/apartment the bus drive to the port of Heraklion will differ.
Sailing In Cretan and Aegean Sea
2h · Admission ticket included

Begin your adventure with a scenic 2-hour boat ride across the Aegean Sea. Board a modern catamaran from Heraklion Port and relax with sea views. Grab a coffee or snack from the onboard bar as you cruise toward magical Santorini.
Athinios Port Santorini
Pass by

Arrival on Santorini after about 2 hours boat trip.
Embarkation on the buses for the guided tour.
Oia
2h 40m

Bus Drive to Oia: 40 minutes
Upon arrival at Athinios Port, hop on a comfortable coach and head to the picturesque village of Oia, famous for its postcard-worthy views and iconic blue-domed churches.

Free Time in Oia (10:30–12:30)
Stroll through narrow alleys, take breathtaking photos of the caldera, and browse charming boutiques.
Guests who wish to join the optional volcano and hot springs cruise will leave Oia slightly earlier to make their connection.
Fira
3h

Bus Drive to Fira: 30 minutes

Free Time in Fira or Optional Volcano Tour (12:50–15:00)

Enjoy approximately 2 hours of free time in Fira, where you can explore the town, shop, enjoy local cuisine, or admire the panoramic views of the Caldera.

Alternatively, you may choose the optional boat excursion to the volcano and hot springs (weather permitting, ticket available on the spot). Please note that these two options are mutually exclusive, meaning that guests either spend the full time in Fira or participate in the volcano excursion. If you choose the volcano tour, the visit to Fira does not take place.

Bus Drive to the port: 30 minutes
Athinios Port Santorini
2h · Admission ticket included

Return to the port, embarkation on the boat and return to Heraklion port.
Heraklion
45m

Embarkation in the buses and drive back to the hotels where we gathered participants in the morning.
Depending on traffic and on the pick-up places of each one, the time of journey back to the hotel will differ.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please go to the desk where participants for the tour to Santorini are waiting, in order to exchange Vouchers with ferry tickets. You can see the kiosk of Seajets in our portfolio.

End point

Please go to the desk where participants for the tour to Santorini are waiting, in order to exchange Vouchers with ferry tickets. You can see the kiosk of Seajets in our portfolio.

Pickup details

Pickup is available from specific locations in Agia Pelagia, Lygaria, Ammoudara, Karteros, Kokkini Hani, Anissaras, Gouves, Gournes, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Piskopiano Pigadi, Stalis, Malia, and Sisi. You will receive a personalized email with your exact pickup time and place within 24 hours of booking.

If your accommodation is outside these areas or inaccessible by bus, an additional charge may apply depending on the location. Please select the pickup option that matches your hotel’s location to ensure it is included in our pickup zone.

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Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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