Full-Day Santorini Island Trip from Crete
Overview
Begin your journey at the departure port, where a kiosk and on-site staff are available to assist you. Present your voucher to receive your ferry ticket, which includes your assigned bus number for arrival in Santorini.
The ferry ride takes approx. 1 hour and 55 minutes to 2 hours and 15 minutes from Heraklion, or about 2 hours and 20 minutes from Rethymno, depending on weather. Upon arrival, staff with signs displaying bus numbers will greet you and guide you to your vehicle.
Your first stop is the famous village of Oia, known for its stunning views and traditional Cycladic architecture. You’ll have around 1.5 hours to explore. On busy days, the tour may begin in Fira instead.
Next, the excursion continues to Fira, the capital of Santorini. Stroll through its quaint streets, visit local shops, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Caldera. While in Fira, you can join an optional Volcano tour (extra cost), offered from mid-May. It includes a boat trip and a swim in the hot springs.
What's Included
- Return boat transfers to Santorini
- Tour escort/host
- Local taxes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only/ only if mentioned in the option)
- Food and drinks
- Optional tour to Volcano
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup from selected hotels in: Heraklion, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Chani, Chersonissos, Malia, Analypsis, Anissaras, Stalida, Rethymnon, Bali, Georgioupolis, and the Chania and Kalyves areas.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Santorini Volcano
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- ATTENTION: by law all full names, birthdates and nationality is mandatory in order to participate on any boat tour.
- Kindly note that wheelchair accessibility is available only for the boat transportation, not for the bus.
- Don't forget to bring your passport or ID for the excursion. A photo of the document on your phone is also acceptable.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on Full-Day Santorini Island Trip from Crete?
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Activity code: C-6761P16
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
- Return boat transfers to Santorini.
- Tour escort/host.
- Local taxes.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only/ only if mentioned in the option).
- Food and drinks.
- Optional tour to Volcano.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Full-Day Santorini Island Trip from Crete is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Full-Day Santorini Island Trip from Crete will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Return boat transfers to Santorini
- Tour escort/host
- Local taxes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only/ only if mentioned in the option)
- Food and drinks
- Optional tour to Volcano
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- ATTENTION: by law all full names, birthdates and nationality is mandatory in order to participate on any boat tour.
- Kindly note that wheelchair accessibility is available only for the boat transportation, not for the bus.
- Don't forget to bring your passport or ID for the excursion. A photo of the document on your phone is also acceptable.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
- Operated by a business
