Santorini One DayAvailable

Location Santorini, Oia, Fira, Athinios Port
Sightseeing Cruise
Duration Full day hours
Availability
Payment Online payment
Languages EN, FR, IT, DE
About

About This Experience

Santorini, the gem of the Cyclades, is well known worldwide for the breathtaking view of the Caldera, its picturesque white houses built on cliffs and its famous volcanic sand beaches.

Located just 2 hours away from Crete, this full-day excursion gives you the opportunity to explore one of the most iconic islands of Greece in a single day.

You will travel comfortably by high-speed boat and continue your exploration on the island with a guided bus tour, discovering the unique beauty, architecture and volcanic landscape that make Santorini a must-visit destination when staying in Heraklion.

Experience Highlights

Travel to Santorini by a high-speed boat
Discover the beauty of the island on board an air-conditioned bus
Find out useful information about the island and its history from our guide
Explore the Village of Oia
Explore the capital town, Fira
Go for a swim off a black sand beach of Perissa (on request, with no extra charge)
Take a trip to the Volcanic Hot Springs (optional with extra charge)
Schedule

Day Itinerary

Variable

Morning Pick-up

We will start collecting participants from pick-up points in the morning. Depending on the place of your hotel/apartment the bus drive will differ.

2 hours

Transfer to Heraklion Port

Transportation to Heraklion port and embarkation on the high-speed boat to Santorini.

2 hours

Boat Trip to Santorini

Enjoy a 2-hour journey by high-speed boat from Crete to Santorini. On board you can enjoy drinks and snacks from the snack bar (not included).

40 minutes

Bus Drive to Oia

Arrival at Athinios Port of Santorini and embarkation on buses for the guided island tour.

1 hour 45 minutes

Oia

Visit the beautiful blue and white village built on the cliffs of Santorini, offering amazing views of the volcanic Caldera. Enjoy approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes of free time to photograph the Aegean architecture and the unique view over the caldera and the Aegean Sea.

30 minutes

Bus Drive to Fira

Transfer from Oia to Fira.

1 hour 20 minutes

Fira

Explore Fira, the main town of Santorini, built on the edge of a cliff 300 meters above the sea. Walk through its narrow streets, admire white vaulted houses and blue domes and enjoy the magical view of the Caldera and the Volcano.

1 hour 30 minutes

Optional Activity or Free Time

Choose between two options:
1. Take a cruise by wooden boat to the volcano and hot springs (extra charge).
2. Stay longer in Fira and enjoy lunch in one of the restaurants overlooking the breathtaking Caldera.

2 hours

Return Boat Trip

Return by buses to Athinios Port and embarkation on the boat back to Crete.

2 hours

Return to Resorts

Arrival at Heraklion port and transfer back to the hotels where participants were gathered in the morning. Depending on traffic and pick-up locations, the return time may vary.

Included

What's Included

  • Transportation in Air-Conditioned bus
  • Professional Driver
  • Tour Guide
  • Boat Tickets
  • All legal taxes
  • Liability insurance coverage by ALLIANZ
Not included

What's Not Included

  • Food/Drinks
  • Museum Entrance

What to Bring

Comfortable hiking shoes with good ankle support (essential)
Hat and sunglasses
Swimsuit and towel
Sunscreen
Cash
Small backpack
Camera or smartphone

Important Information

  • Please arrive 10 minutes before pickup time

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Duration
Duration
Full day hours
Availability
Availability
April – October
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Payment
Payment
Online
Languages
Languages
EN, FR, IT, DE
€160 / person
Feature
Instant confirmation
Feature
Free cancellation up to 24h
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