From Heraklion/Crete: Santorini Island Guided Day Trip

4.5 (2226 verified reviews)

About This Experience

Illustration of a high-speed ferry leaving Heraklion harbour at dawn past a Venetian fortress, travellers on deck — An illustration of the ferry leg. This day trip uses a high-speed ferry from Heraklion port.

Before you book: quick answers

Can you do Santorini as a day trip from Crete?

Yes, and this is the classic way: a high-speed ferry from Heraklion, a guide and a bus on Santorini, and time in Fira and Oia before the ferry back. It is a long day, so our day trip vs overnight guide is worth reading if you are on the fence.

Where do you meet?

At Heraklion port, at the white SeaJets kiosk; the listing says to go to the Santorini Cruise desk next to it. Allow time to get through the port in the morning.

What is included?

From US$213 (checked October 2026): the high-speed ferry both ways, a tour guide, transport on Santorini, the visits to Fira and Oia, and liability insurance. It has 2,226 reviews at 4.5 out of 5. Check dates from Heraklion.

Highlights

Travel to and from Santorini on a modern, high-speed ferry boat
Discover the beauty of this famous island on an air-conditioned bus
Learn the history and mythology of Santorini from your local guide
Explore the capital town of Fira and admire its bright blue domes
Take an optional cruise in a wooden boat to the volcanic hot springs

What's Included

✓ High-speed ferry transportation
✓ Tour guide
✓ Transportation in Santorini
✓ Visit to Fira and Oia
✓ Liability insurance

Not Included

Food and drinks
Volcano cruise (you can buy your tickets on the spot)

Good to Know

Pickup is available from specific locations in Agia Pelagia, Lygaria, Ammoudara, Karteros, Kokkini Hani, Anissaras, Gouves, Gournes, Analipsi, Hersonissos, Piskopiano Pigadi, Stalis, Malia, and Sisi. You will receive a personalized email with your exact pickup time and place within 24 hours of booking.
If your accommodation is outside these areas or inaccessible by bus, an additional charge may apply depending on the location. Please select the pickup option that matches your hotel’s location to ensure it is included in the pickup zone.
Also, check your spam folder to avoid missing any communication.

Meeting Point

Look for the white SeaJets Kiosk of Heraklion Port and go to the Santorini Cruise desk, which is next to it. There, you can wait in order to exchange your vouchers for ferry tickets.