Day Tour to Santorini Island from Heraklion Crete
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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.
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
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Heraklion
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
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.
Options
German: Anissaras, Gouves
Pick-up from specific points: : Anissaras, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Analipsi and Ammoudara 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
French: Hersonisos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Malia, Stalis, and Hersonissos, Piskopiano, Koutouloufari areas
Pickup included
Italian: Anissaras, Gouves
Pick-up from specific points: : Anissaras, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Analipsi and Ammoudara area
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
Polish: No transfer included
Meeting point:: SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port
English: 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
Spanish: No transfer included
Meeting point:: SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port
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
French: Anissaras, Gouves
Pick-up from specific points: : Anissaras, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Analipsi and Ammoudara area
Pickup included
English: Agia Pelagia or Sisi
Pick-up from specific points:: Sisi, Agia Pelagia, Lygaria area
Pickup included
English: No transfer included
Meeting point:: SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port
Italian: 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
German: Agia Pelagia or Sisi
Pick-up from specific points:: Sisi, Agia Pelagia, Lygaria area
Pickup included
Italian: Hersonisos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Malia, Stalis, and Hersonissos, Piskopiano, Koutouloufari areas
Pickup included
Polish: Anissaras, Gouves
Pick-up from specific points: : Anissaras, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Analipsi and Ammoudara area
Pickup included
Spanish: Hersonisos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Malia, Stalis, and Hersonissos, Piskopiano, Koutouloufari areas
Pickup included
Spanish: Agia Pelagia or Sisi
Pick-up from specific points:: Sisi, Agia Pelagia, Lygaria area
Pickup included
German: 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
Russian: Anissaras, Gouves
Pick-up from specific points: : Anissaras, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Analipsi and Ammoudara area
Pickup included
Russian: Hersonisos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Malia, Stalis, and Hersonissos, Piskopiano, Koutouloufari areas
Pickup included
Spanish: Anissaras, Gouves
Pick-up from specific points: : Anissaras, Gouves, Kokkini Hani, Karteros, Analipsi and Ammoudara area
Pickup included
Polish: Hersonisos, Malia
Pick-up from specific points: : Malia, Stalis, and Hersonissos, Piskopiano, Koutouloufari areas
Pickup included
Reviews
113 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
So Worth It!
Alex B,
Sep 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing way to see Santorini. We wanted to see the island but didn’t want to spend extended time there and this was perfect. We were able to see two great little towns, with plenty of time to sight see, shop, and stop for a beer / quick snack in each. The tours were both briefly guided to the town square. Then we were free to see what we wanted and were given a meet up time where the busses are. The cost is so affordable, as it’s basically just the cost of the ferry tickets. If you choose to drive to the port there is parking all day for 3 euro next to where you get the tickets. Once you arrive just get in the long line and show your voucher, they will give you your tickets and tell you in English which boat to go to. The first town is the big tourist town of Oia, so expect a lot of crowds, but it was great to check off the bucket list. The second town Fira was our favorite, much less crowded, plenty of authentic shops (my wife got a permanent bracelet for 80 euro at lava art jewelry, they were so friendly!!). Make sure you catch the parade of donkeys winding up the small switch back streets too, that was our highlight. Only things to note is that no food is provided, but they were fine with us eating on the bus. Also the ferry ride can be choppy and is a bit long, but the seats they give you are more spacious and comfortable than airplane seats so we both slept both ways. All in all 10/10, I would recommend to anyone.
Great time!
Gillian C,
Sep 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great excursion to see a lot of Santorini in a little bit of time! The two cities are absolutely beautiful and our guide was very funny and knowledgeable.
Amazing beauty of...
Prathami K,
Sep 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing beauty of Santorini. The cruise/ferry to Santorini was so beautiful. Very comfortable 2 hr ride with amazing views to the island. The bus rides were also great and the tour guide gave us amazing details about the island. Sufficient time in Oia and Fira to explore given the crowd. Santorini is super crowded, that goes without saying. But despite that, the views are definitely worth it. I thought the tour gave me the opportunity to spend exactly the amount of time I would want to spend in Santorini. You get to see everything without having to deal with crowds all the time
I read some reviews which...
Melanie C,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00I read some reviews which weren’t so good, about the crowds, the weather, disorganization… but I loved it. Yes, it was crowded, but so many people want to see this beautiful island. Walk a little and the crowds thin and you can see the majesty of this place. Yes, it was hot and the voyage was a bit bumpy, but it was summer, and nobody can control the weather or the waves when it’s a little windy. In fact, the breeze was nice on the island to cool you down. Yes, it was very chaotic at times, but if you listened to instructions and got on the bus you were allocated to, and stuck to their timetable, it actually ran smoothly. I loved the day and the island.
Beautiful
alex f,
Aug 26, 2025
- Viator
4.00Absolutely recommended, very good and prepared guide, the only thing to keep in mind is that the actual time available to visit santorini are 3.5 hours, the rest of the time is wasted on ferry and bus
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