Iraklio Trip Overview
Crete, thanks to its location, faces the Aegean Sea on the north and the Libyan Sea on the south. The island closer to Crete in the north is Santorini, one of the most beautiful and famous islands of Greece. While enjoying your stay in Crete, how about taking some time to discover the “black pearl” of the Aegean Sea? Join us on a guided day-trip to Santorini and get a taste of the Cycladic charm and beauty. Grab now the chance to enrich your experience in Greece and explore with us the unique world of Santorini at the most affordable prices!
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Duration: 10 hours
Starts: Iraklio, Greece
Trip Category: Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours >> Day Cruises
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What to Expect When Visiting Iraklio, Greece, Greece
Crete, thanks to its location, faces the Aegean Sea on the north and the Libyan Sea on the south. The island closer to Crete in the north is Santorini, one of the most beautiful and famous islands of Greece. While enjoying your stay in Crete, how about taking some time to discover the “black pearl” of the Aegean Sea? Join us on a guided day-trip to Santorini and get a taste of the Cycladic charm and beauty. Grab now the chance to enrich your experience in Greece and explore with us the unique world of Santorini at the most affordable prices!
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Sailing In Cretan and Aegean Sea, Heraklion, Crete Greece
The activity starts at 8 am at the port of Heraklion.
Arrive at the port of Heraklion. Excursion escorts of the day-tour will be there outside the vessel to assist and help you receive your ferry tickets. Enjoy a 2-hour ride by one of the fastest catamaran vessels of the Aegean Sea. As soon as you arrive at the port of Santorini, follow your escort in order to find your bus.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Santorini, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
As soon as you arrive at the port of Santorini your tour escort will help you find your bus and start the ride to the first stop of this tour which is the town of Oia. During this bus ride, your tour escort will assist you with information about the island and its impresive history.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Oia, Oia, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
Within the next minutes, you will be at the town of Oia where you will have free time to explore on your own. The village of Oia is known worldwide for its magical, breathtaking views of the Caldera and the nearby islands. Make sure you found a good spot and let yourself surrender to the irresistible charm of the landscape.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Santorini, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
Please be at the parking lot where the busses parked earlier in order to start to journey to the next destination which is Fira. During this 30′ ride your tour escort will tell you more information about the island and its geology and some details about Fira.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Fira, Fira, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
The next stop is the iconic town of Fira, the main town of Santorini. Take your time to walk in its narrow streets and admire its whitewashed houses, blue domes, and the magical view of the volcano. Follow the Caldera northwards, to the neighboring village of Imerovigli and explore a path full of stunning views along the way.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Santorini Volcano, 847 00 Greece
OPTIONAL – During the high-season summer months (middle of July – end of September), a tour by a traditional boat to the Volcano hot springs is available with an extra charge. Kindly ask your escort to advise if the activity is available at the time of your visit.
If you are not participating in the Volcano Tour, the you will enjoy more time in Fira in order to have lunch, do some souvenir shopping or just enjoy its famous ice cream while walking through its streets!
Later on, the busses will depart from Fira to the port of departure in order to board the catamaran vessel and depart for Heraklion.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Santorini, Santorini, Cyclades, South Aegean
Our busses will drive you back to the port of Santorini. Please pay attention to the announcements by our staff and be on time to board the vessel.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Sailing In Cretan and Aegean Sea, Heraklion, Crete Greece
Start your 2-hour journey from Santorini to Heraklion by our high-speed vessel. Take some time to enjoy the breathtaking views of the Aegean and Cretan sea on the outside decks of the vessel while admiring the sunset during that time!
Duration: 2 hours
