Santorini Island: Guided Tour From Heraklion Crete

Santorini is the southern island of the Cyclades, with an area of 76 km square and a coastline of 70 km long. Many legends take place on this island, as it is called the "Lost Atlantis" or the "Pompeii of the Aegean". Around 1450 BC, as a result of powerful volcanic explosion, most of the island sank into the sea, shaping the island as warped crescent, with a steep cliff (altitude 300 m) in the western part and gently sloping beaches in the east.

You will visit the towns of Oia and Fira, famous for its beautiful white houses and stunning views. Optionally, you can take a boat trip to the volcano (extra charge).

You will have the opportunity to learn the fascinating history of this amazing place, take unique photos, and buy souvenirs! You will spend 6 hours in total on Santorini island. The tour will be by air-conditioned bus with free time in each of the stops. You will spend 2hours 15 minutes on the ferry each way.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Oia's Main Street, Greece

Oia is a scenic village on the north west edge of the Santorini island within the Cyclades. It extends for almost 2 kms along the northern edge of the caldera that forms the island of Santorini, at a height of between 70 and 100 metres above sea level.

Oia typifies the white-painted houses of the Cyclades, in many cases built directly into niches which are cave houses used by crew of the ships, on the lip of the volcanic crater, between which are narrow alleys and blue-roofed churches with cupolas.

The landscape is stunning, Oia's white houses are contrasting with the black and red volcanic rocks of the island.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Three Bells of Fira, Fira 847 00 Greece

Fira is a capital of the island and a city of white-washed houses built on the edge of the 400 metres high caldera on the western edge of the island. You will enjoy 1,5 hour walk, during which you can see The Three Bells Church, White Orthodox Cathedral of Ypapanti, built on the site of an earlier church destroyed in the 1956 Amorgos earthquake. The infinite blue color of the sea merging at the horizon with the Mediterranean sky is reflected on the domes of the churches. The two main museums of interest that you may want to take a look is the Archaeological Museum and the Museum of Prehistoric Thira.

From Fira there is a panoramic view of the 18 kilometres long caldera of the volcano.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"If an infant does not sit on lap in the bus, It is necessary to pay a child ticket."
"Pick-up from the specific bus stops next to the hotels, no more than 800m. All the villages between Fodele, Agia Pelagia, Amoudara from the West Heraklion; and Karteros, Kokkini Hani, Gouves, Gournes, Hersonissos, Stalida, Malia, Sissi from the East of Heraklion city. Please, arrive 5-10 minutes before the departure time."
"If you cannot find your pickup location, please, contact us. When booking, always indicate the hotel/airbnb of your stay in Crete, and your contact phone number. Please, note, if you do not provide your pick-up details up to 24 hours before the tour, we do not guarantee the pick-up."
"If your hotel is located in the city of Heraklion, you have to arrive to the Heraklion port on your own (by taxi, walking or rental car)."
"Upon arrival at Heraklion port, the staff of the SeaJets Kiosk will assist you in exchanging your voucher for a ferry boarding ticket."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 200 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time:
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Heraklion City - No pick-up
4/5/2024 - 10/31/2024

Monday - Sunday :

07:30 AM - 08:00 AM

Pick-up - Rethymno region
4/5/2024 - 10/31/2024

Monday - Sunday :

06:00 AM - 06:30 AM

Pick-up -Agios Nikolaos region
4/5/2024 - 10/31/2024

Monday - Sunday :

05:30 AM - 06:00 AM

Pick-up - Heraklion region
4/5/2024 - 10/31/2024

Monday - Sunday :

06:30 AM - 08:00 AM

Duration: 12 To 14 Hours
Start location: SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port - Santorini Cruise, Heraklion Port - Pier 1, Iraklio 712 00, Greece
Traveler pickup is offered
Travelers staying in the city of Heraklion have to reach Heraklion port on their own.
Transfer from hotels located in the HERAKLION area: Fodele/Agia Pelagia/Ligaria/Amudara/Heraklion/Karteros/Amnissos/Kokkini Hani/Gournes/Gouves/Analipsi/Anissaras/Hersonissos/Stalida/Malia, but EXCEPT the hotels in the city of Heraklion itself.

Ports

• SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port - Santorini Cruise, Heraklion Port - Pier 1, Iraklio 712 00, Greece

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Return tickets for the fastest ferry Sea Jets (2h15min each way to Santorini)
• Pick-up from the specific bus stops, no more than 800m from your hotel (EXCEPT Heraklion city)
• Guided bus tour on the island of Santorini (air-conditioned bus, certified tour guide).
• Additional insurance for tour participants

Not Included

• Pick-up from remote areas or hotels (we will notify you at the moment of booking).
• Pick-up from the hotels within the city of Heraklion (you should arrive to the port on your own).
• Entrance to the museums, other personal expenses.
• Lunch - No meals or drinks are included, you can purchase them on the boat / in Santorini within your free time.

Facilities