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From Heraklion/Crete: Santorini Island Guided Day Trip

By Cretan Odyssey
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
Free cancellation available
Price is £165 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Travel to and from Santorini on a modern, high-speed ferry boat
  • Discover the beauty of this famous island on an air-conditioned bus
  • Learn the history and mythology of Santorini from your local guide
  • Explore the capital town of Fira and admire its bright blue domes
  • Take an optional cruise in a wooden boat to the volcanic hot springs

Activity location

    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Heraklion Port - Pier 1, Iraklio 712 00, Greece | Look for the white SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port and go to the Santorini Cruise desk, which is next to it. There, you can wait in order to exchange their vouchers for ferry tickets.
    • Iraklio, Greece

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

English: Heraklion Port Meeting Point
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 07:30
Price details
£164.64 x 1 Adult£164.64
Total
Price is £164.64
French: Heraklion Port Meeting Point
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • French
Language options: French
Starting time: 07:30
Price details
£164.64 x 1 Adult£164.64
Total
Price is £164.64
German: Heraklion Port Meeting Point
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • German
Language options: German
Starting time: 07:30
Price details
£164.64 x 1 Adult£164.64
Total
Price is £164.64

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    High-speed ferry transport
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tour guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport in Santorini
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Fira and Oia
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Third-party insurance
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Volcano cruise (you can buy your tickets on the spot)

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Explore the Beauty of Santorini – Full-Day Tour from Crete

Enjoy a full-day escape to the stunning island of Santorini with this return tour from Heraklion. Travel in comfort by high-speed boat and air-conditioned coach, and experience the world-famous charm of Oia and Fira. You’ll have approximately 5.5 hours of free time on the island to take in the iconic views, explore whitewashed alleys, or even sail to the volcano!

*Please note: Times may vary slightly due to traffic conditions.

Fast Ferry to Santorini (08:00–10:00)
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 towards magical Santorini.

Bus to Oia (10:00–10:30)
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 (10:30–12:10)
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.

Drive to Fira (12:10–12:30)
Next, travel to the capital of Santorini, Fira — perched dramatically on the edge of the cliffs.

Free Time in Fira or Optional Volcano Tour (12:30–14:30)
Enjoy roughly two hours in Fira to explore shops, enjoy local cuisine, or admire panoramic views.
If you wish to join the optional boat excursion to the volcano and hot springs (weather permitting, ticket available on the spot), the stay in Fira will be shorter.

Return Ferry to Heraklion (15:30–17:30)
Regroup with your guide at Athinios Port and board the ferry back to Crete. Relax and reflect on a day full of impressions as the sun begins to lower over the sea.

Transfer to Hotels
Upon arrival at Heraklion Port, return to your accommodation by bus.

Location

Activity location

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    • Heraklion
    • Heraklion, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Heraklion Port - Pier 1, Iraklio 712 00, Greece | Look for the white SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port and go to the Santorini Cruise desk, which is next to it. There, you can wait in order to exchange their vouchers for ferry tickets.
    • Iraklio, Greece
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Heraklion Port - Pier 1, Iraklio 712 00, Greece | Look for the white SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port and go to the Santorini Cruise desk, which is next to it. There, you can wait in order to exchange their vouchers for ferry tickets.
    • Iraklio, Greece