Description
Santorini Day Trip from Heraklion (by SEAJETS Highspeed boat, Heraklion East & West side areas, Ex Heraklion port)
Disclaimer: Not all the parts shown in this video are scheduled to be visited on this excursion)
A Day to Remember: Your Santorini Adventure
Imagine the excitement in the air as you arrive at Heraklion Port early in the morning. The sun has just started to rise, painting the sky in shades of pink and gold, as you prepare to embark on a journey to one of the most iconic islands in the world—Santorini. You’re about to experience a day filled with breathtaking views, rich history, and unforgettable moments.
As you board the Seajets Highspeed Boat, you feel the anticipation build. The sleek vessel swiftly cuts through the Aegean Sea, and as you sail away from Crete, the island of Santorini comes into view. The journey is short, but it feels like you’re traveling to a different world—a place where the past and present blend seamlessly, where every corner tells a story.
Arrival in Santorini: The Adventure Begins
Just two hours after leaving Crete, you arrive at the port of Santorini. The island’s cliffs rise dramatically from the sea, and you can’t help but be captivated by the sight of the whitewashed buildings perched on top, contrasting beautifully with the deep blue waters below.
You’re greeted by friendly staff who guide you to your bus—your chariot for the day. The first destination? Oia, the picturesque village that has become synonymous with the image of Santorini. As the bus winds its way along the coast, you catch glimpses of the sea on one side and the island’s unique landscape on the other.
First Stop: Oia - A Photographer’s Paradise
Oia is everything you’ve imagined and more. The village is a labyrinth of narrow streets, dotted with charming boutiques, art galleries, and cafes. Every turn presents a new photo opportunity—whether it’s the iconic blue-domed churches, the cascading bougainvillea, or the panoramic views of the caldera.
During your 1½ hour stay, you explore at your own pace. Perhaps you’ll find a quiet spot to take in the view, or maybe you’ll wander through the shops, discovering local crafts and souvenirs. Whatever you choose, the time here is sure to be a highlight of your day.
Next Stop: Fira - The Heart of Santorini
Your journey continues to Fira, the vibrant capital of Santorini. On the way, your escort shares fascinating stories about the island’s history, from its volcanic origins to its role in ancient Greece. As you approach Fira, the view opens up to reveal the caldera—an awe-inspiring sight that words can hardly describe.
In Fira, you have an hour to soak in the atmosphere. You might stroll through the bustling market, where locals sell everything from fresh produce to handmade jewelry. Or, you could relax at a café with a cup of Santorini’s famous coffee, enjoying the views of the Aegean Sea stretching out below.
Optional Adventure: The Volcano and Hot Springs
For those seeking a little extra adventure, there’s an optional excursion to Santorini’s volcano and hot springs. This experience takes you closer to the island’s fiery origins, where you can explore the rugged terrain of the volcano and even take a dip in the natural hot springs—a perfect way to unwind and connect with the island’s natural beauty.
Farewell to Santorini
As the afternoon progresses, it’s time to return to the port. The memories of Santorini—the stunning views, the rich history, the vibrant culture—will stay with you long after you’ve left. You board the Seajets vessel once again, watching the island slowly fade into the distance as you sail back to Crete.
The day ends as it began—with the Aegean Sea stretching out before you, the sun casting its golden light over the waves. But now, you carry with you the experience of a lifetime, a story you’ll tell again and again.
Don’t Just Dream It, Live It!
Santorini is more than a place; it’s an experience. It’s a day where every moment is a memory in the making. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this adventure. Book your Santorini One-Day Trip from Heraklion today, and start writing your own story.
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Pick-up's from:
Milatos & Sissi (avail. MON & THU), Malia, Stalis, Hersonissos (port), Piskopiano, Anissaras, Analipsis, Gouves, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Amnissos, Karteros, Heraklion (port), Amoudara (Gazi, Heraklion), Lygaria, Agia Pelagia, Fodele (avail. MON). [Check the pick-up table list below to find out which is the most convenient pick-up point & time, near your hotel]
Departing Port:
Heraklion
Operating Days:
Every Day [Fodele only every Monday, Milatos & Sissi only every Monday & Thursday]
Languages:
English, French, German: All days // Polish: Monday, Wednesday, Friday // Russian: MON-FRI (on request) // Czech, Dutch, Romanian: TBA
(We need a minimum participation of 10 people in order to operate the tour in each language. In case, there are any changes or cancellations we will let you know by 5 pm the day before)
Tour includes:
✔ Air-conditioned transportation with pick-up and drop-off services from your hotel or a nearby location
✔ Professional Driver
✔ The assistance of a tour escort throughout the tour
✔ Boat tickets (High-Speed boat)
✔ Local taxes are included in the tour package to avoid any additional charges
✔ Liability insurance coverage to ensure your safety and security during the tour
Extra Fees (not included in the price)
Extras payable on the spot: Optional volcano excursion (bookable & payable at the boat's reception), Meals & Drinks (optional)
Extras payable on our website: Upgrade to Platinum* Seat class on the boat [Spacious, comfortable, on less crowded deck] (optional)
* Platinum seats
The participants have the option of travelling in the luxurious Platinum Lounge with a limited number of seats. Additional charge: 60€ / person (the additional price applies the same for both adults and children. The infants are free)
Tour highlights:
Boat trip, Sightseeing in Oia, Fira
Direction:
North of Crete
Duration:
10 hours approximately (from/to Heraklion port)
Santorini Day Trip from Heraklion Overview:
Santorini is a volcanic island in the Cyclades group of the Greek islands. It is located between Ios and Anafi islands. It is famous for dramatic views, stunning sunsets from Oia town, the strange white aubergine (eggplant), and of course Fava, the town of Fira, Oia and naturally its very own active volcano. Wine lovers will find the island also fascinating, having 13 official wineries. There are naturally fantastic beaches such as the beach of Perissa, maybe the best beach in Santorini, the black pebble beach of Kamari, the white beach, and the red beach.
Age Definition:
Adults: Over 10 years old (Full fare)
Children: 3-10 years old (50% discount)
Infants: 0-2 years old (Free of charge)
Booking Guiding Lines:
► Your Tour Language: Please check in the description which tour languages are available per day, and make sure your desired language is available on your chosen date
► Your Pick-up Point: Please check the list with all available pick-up points (and hours) from your area, on the table below
PRICING
The Santorini Day Trip from Heraklion includes in its price: Your round-trip transfer from your hotel to the port of Heraklion and back, the cost of the cruise, and all land arrangements on the island of Santorini. The Adult Fare is applied to passengers of any age above 10 years old. The Child Fare applies to children between 3 and 10 years old (50% discount + extra's if chosen) and the Infant Fare to any child under 3 years old (Free of Charge // No seat reserved).
PICK-UP TABLE
Just to help you see which pick-up suits you best, here's a table of hotel accommodations and their nearest pick-ups:
Santorini Day Trip from Heraklion
EAST HERAKLION (Note: The drop-off location will be the same as your pick-up point) |
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AREA | HOTEL | PICK UP POINT
(click the given link to see a map of the exact pick-up point location) |
PICK UP TIME / BOAT DEPARTURE AT 08:00 |
MILATOS - SISSI (Available only every Monday & Thursday) |
Radisson Blu Beach Resort | Radisson Blu Reception [see map] |
05:45 (only on MON & THU |
Kalimera Kriti Hotel & Village | Kalimera Kriti Hotel & Village (reception) [see map] |
06:00 (only on MON & THU) | |
Sissi Camping, Sissi Bay | Sissi Bay (road entrance) [see map] |
06:00 (only on MON & THU) | |
Sissi Mare Apartments | Sissi Mare Apartments (road entrance) [see map] |
06:00 (only on MON & THU) | |
Angela Suites Boutique Htl, Castello | Castello Village Resort (road entrance) [see map] |
06:10 (only on MON & THU) | |
Sentido Vasia Resort, Zygos, Vasia Beach, Palm Bay, Amaryllis Apts, Maritimo, Alexandros Htl | Mevis Rent a Car (Knossos Supermarket corner) [see map] |
06:10 (only on MON & THU) | |
Bella Vista Apartments | Bella Vista Apartments (road entrance) [see map] |
06:15 (only on MON & THU) | |
Grecotel Meli Palace | Grecotel Meli Palace (outside reception area) [see map] |
06:20 (only on MON & THU) | |
MALIA | Solimar Ruby, Sunshine Studios, Krystalli Hotel, 247 Studios, Notos Heights, Litsa Studios, Happy Days | Filipidis Supermarket (corner) [see map] |
05:50 |
Triton Garden, Nikos Hotel | Triton Garden (road entrance) [see map] |
05:40 | |
Mallia Bay, Phedra, Ampelos, Carolina Mare | Carolina Mare (road entrance) [see map] |
05:45 | |
Cretan Malia Park, Olympus Malia Studios, Silver Sun Studios | Malia Park (road entrance gate) [see map] |
05:45 | |
Sirens Hotel, Cretan Family Apts, SunVillage Malia Hotel, Yiannis Manos, Malia Star | Cemetary corner [see map] |
05:45 | |
Bella Elena Apts, Stelios Apts, Villa Contessa, Sarpidon Apts, Malia Holidays, Maria Rousse, Emerald, melissa Apts, MaliaTim Apts, Ibiscus Hotel, Hermes Hotel | Opposite Malia Church - Galaxy Pub Corner [see map] |
05:50 | |
Aegean Sky, Aeolos Beach, Ammos Hotel, Argo Studios, Dessole, Drosia Palms Htl, Minoa Htl, Stelios Garden, Theodosis Apts, High Beach, Malia Beach, Malia Mare, Golden Bay, Triton Hotel, Ilios Malia, Malia Princess, Danaides Apts, Malia Central | Drossia or Mc Donalds (junction) [see map] |
05:55 | |
Amvrossia, Akrogiali Apts, Parthenis Beach, Socrates, Windmill Apts, Theo Star Apts, Meropi Hotel, Villa Diaselo, Manolis Apts, Elli Apts | Amvrossia Hotel (road corner) [see map] |
05:55 | |
Kernos, Sunset, AneSea Hotel | Kernos Beach (road entrance gate) [see map] |
05:55 | |
Ikaros Village, Paradise Apts, Armonia Hotel, Anastasia Hotel, Koni Village, Aglaia Apts, Litsa Efi Studios | Ikaros Village (road entrance gate) [see map] |
05:55 | |
STALIS | Arlekin Tango Htl, Alexander Beach, Ran Mari Apts,Kyknos Beach,Niko- Helen, Seriani | Alexander Beach (road entrance gate) [see map] |
06:00 |
Cactus Royal, Cactus Beach, Sofokles, Aggelo hotel, Ariadne Beach, Alkyonides, Christana Beach, Neon, Maliotakis Beach Hotel | Cactus Royal (road entrance) [see map] |
06:00 | |
I Resort Htl, Katerina Apts, Villa Aphrodite (stalida), Sequl Htl, Melina Apts, Latania, Irilena Apts, Zervas Htl, Zefyros | I Resort Hotel (road entrance) [see map] |
06:00 | |
Eleni Beach Apts, Katrin Suites, La Luna, Vasilakis Htl, Iraklis Apts, Sunny Beach | Mochos Cross Road (Bus Stop #29) [see map] |
06:00 | |
Iliotropio, Papas, Stalis Htl&Apts, Stefania Htl, Talgo Suites, Palm Beach Stalis, Rainbow, Everest, Residence Villas | Stalis (Bus Stop #28) [see map] |
06:05 | |
Katrin, Blue Sea, Bella Vista Apts, Dionysos Std&Apts, Maistrali, Marlena Htl, Niki Apts, Paloma Garden, Vilianna, Summer Memories | Blue Sea (main road entrance) [see map] |
06:05 | |
HERSONISSOS | Horizon, Nana Beach, Abaton, Stelios Horizon, Irida Chic Boutique, Grand hotel, Arminda Hotel, Semiramis | Nana Golden Beach (Bus Stop #25) [see map] |
06:10 |
Mediterraneo Hotel, The Village Waterpark, The Nest Resort | Mediterraneo (main road bus stop) [see map] |
06:20 | |
Star Beach, Aquasun Village, Iliostasi Beach, Irene Village, King Minos Palace, Marni Village, Krits Hotel, Dimitra, Sunshine, Villa Vicky, Zeus Htl, Villa Myrto, Sun and Sea, Belvedere Royal and Imperial, Esperides, Eri Beach, Adams Apts, Ida village, Petra Village, Sun Club Olympia | Opposite Belvedere Gate (Bus Stop #24) [see map] |
06:25 | |
Akasha Hotel, Silva Beach, Golden Beach, Porto Greco, Nontas Apartments, Elalia Apts | Silva Beach (main road entrance) [see map] |
06:30 | |
Pela Maria, Melpo Htl, Sergios Hotel, Mari Kristin Hotel, Glaros, Iro Htl, Renata Mare Apts, Indigo Inn and Casa, Floral Apts, Arlen Beach, Harma Boutique | Pela Maria (Bus Stop #22) [see map] |
06:30 | |
Solano, Adamakis Htl, Averinos, Kahlua Beach, Simple Hotel, Diamond Apts, Friday, Memory hotel, Porto Plaza Hotel, Anna Htl, Blue Island, Flisvos Beach, Central Hersonissos, Cook's Club, Niki Hotel, Palmera, Venus Melena, San Antonio Apts, Petra Beach, City Green Hotel, City Pearl | Opposite National Bank (Bus Stop #21) [see map] |
06:30 | |
Kassavetis Center, Ilios Htl, Anesis Blue Boutique, Lefteris Hotel, Elychryson Hotel, Maria Flora, Elia and Tina Apts, Viva Island, Velos Hotel, Palatia Village, Agrabella, Bellos hotel, Mika Apts, Paladio, Porto village,Vaso hotel Nancy Htl | Pharmacy Opposite Chalkiadakis S/M [see map] |
06:35 | |
Koutouloufari | Pigadi (the well) Piskopiano [see map] |
06:35 | |
Korifi Suites, Amazones Villas, Asterias Village, Matteus Apts, Stelva, Pilot's Villas, Piskopiano Village | Pigadi (the well) Piskopiano [see map] |
06:35 | |
Heronissos Hotel, Akropolis Apts, Antinoos Htl, Polis Hotel, Artemis Hotel | Kritikos Supermarket (road) [see map] |
06:40 | |
Albatros Hotel, Marianna Apts, Villa Sonia, Hersonissos Palace, Infinity Blue, Alia Beach | Albatros Hotel (corner) or Caravel Rent A Car [see map] |
06:40 | |
Marilena Apts, Villa Elite, Ifigeneia Apts, Creta Maris, Hersonissos Maris, Hersonissos Village, Saradari Apts | Creta Maris (meeting point bus stop) [see map] |
06:40 | |
ANISSARAS | Ocean Heights, White Luxury Villa, Onira Suite Dreams, Evalia Apts | Ocean Heights View (road entrance) [see map] |
05:50 |
Galini Hotel, Kreta Natur Apts | Galini Hotel (crossroad) [see map] |
05:50 | |
Royal Mare, Golden Dream, Viva Apts | Royal Mare (road entrance gate) [see map] |
05:55 | |
Annabelle Beach Hotel, Anna Maria Village | Annabelle Hotel (road entrance gate) [see map] |
05:55 | |
Knossos Royal | Knossos Royal (reception entrance) [see map] |
05:55 | |
Chrissi Ammoudia, Cretan Garden, Villa Malievi, Mylos Apts | Chrissi Ammoudia Hotel (entrance gate) [see map] |
06:00 | |
Eleonora Apts, Cretan Village | Cretan Village (outside reception area) [see map] |
06:00 | |
Laguna Hotel | Laguna Hotel (outside reception area) [see map] |
06:10 | |
Home Htl, Serita Beach Hotel | Serita Beach Hotel (main road entrance) [see map] |
06:10 | |
Paradise Villas, Village Heights,Villa Marina, Villa Medusa, Mitos Apartments, Elma Apts | Kastelli Crossroad (Bus Stop #18) [see map] |
06:10 | |
Zorbas Village, Mike's Beach Apts | Zorbas Village (main road entrance) [see map] |
06:15 | |
Kosta Mare - Paralos Kosta Alimia | Kosta Mare (main road entrance) [see map] |
06:15 | |
Anissa Beach, Oasis beach, Portokali Apts | Anissa Beach (entrance waiting stop) [see map] |
06:15 | |
Bella Beach | Bella Beach (main road) [see map] |
06:20 | |
Classic Studios, Lyttos Beach, Lyttos Mare, Petros Village | Lyttos Beach (main entrance gate) [see map] |
06:20 | |
ANALIPSIS | Anthoula Village, Svourou Apts, Elpida Apts | Anthoula Village (main road entrance) [see map] |
06:25 |
Atlantica Caldera Palace, Paralos Venus | Atlantica Caldera Palace (main road entrance steps) [see map] |
06:25 | |
Marina Apts, Maria Apts, Danelis, Nana-Angela, Tsalos Htl, Paul Marie, Insula Alba, Kahlua Bay Apts, Asana Hotel, Nema Design | Analipsis church [see map] |
06:25 | |
Senseana Sea Side Resort | Seaseana Sea Side Resort (coastal road entrance) [see map] |
06:25 | |
Miro, Kasapakis, Stella Village, Stella Palace, Stella Island | Stella Village (beach road entrance) [see map] |
06:25 | |
Europa Beach | Europa (beach road entrance) [see map] |
06:25 | |
GOUVES | Amirandes | Amirandes (outside reception area) [see map] |
06:35 |
Despo Hotel, Club Lyda Htl, Irini Htl, Rena Apts, Golden Sunlight | Amirandes Bus Stop [see map] |
06:35 | |
The Island, Andreas Apts, Despina Apts | The Island (beach road entrance) [see map] |
06:35 | |
Diogenis Blue Palace | Diogenis Blue Plc (beach road entrance) [see map] |
06:40 | |
Gouves Bay, Maya Beach, Cosmi Apts, Gouves Maya, Hara Ilios Hotel, Sweet Memories, Blue Aegean | Gouves Church (Saint Konstantinos corner) [see map] |
06:40 | |
Aphrodite Hotel, Lambrakis, Kaisa, Maria Villa Apts, Cosmi Apts | Aphrodite (beach road corner) [see map] |
06:40 | |
Kalia, Magda, Astir Beach, Artemis Apts, Klio, Divina Apts, Gouves Park, Marina Beach | Marina (beach road corner) [see map] |
06:40 | |
Aelius Hotel by Lavris | EKO Petrol Station [see map] |
06:40 | |
GOURNES | Golden Bay (Gournes), Kri Kri, Erato, Kritzas Apts | Gournes Church (road entrance) [see map] |
06:50 |
KOKKINI HANI |
Blue Sky, Rinella Beach Resort, Themis Beach | Rinella Beach Resort (main road entrance) [see map] |
06:50 |
Pela Mare, Haris Apts, Stella Apts, Sunset Beach, Almare | Hatzis Tavern (road entrance) [see map] |
06:50 | |
Knossos Beach, Konaki, Dimitra Apts | Knossos Beach (main road entrance) [see map] |
06:55 | |
Arina Sand | Arina Sand (main road - Bus Stop #2) [see map] |
06:55 | |
AMNISSOS |
Minoa Palace - Unique Blue Resort | Unique Blue Resort (road entrance gate) [see map] |
07:00 |
KARTEROS | Karteros, Prince of Lillies | Karteros Hotel (road corner) [see map] |
07:00 |
HERAKLION | Heraklion city | Heraklion port (Meet us at the Boat) [see map] |
07:00 |
Santorini Day Trip from Heraklion
WEST HERAKLION (Note: The drop-off location will be the same as your pick-up point) |
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AREA | HOTEL | PICK UP POINT | PICK UP TIME / DEPARTURE AT 08:00 |
FODELE
Fodele only every Monday |
Fodele Beach | Fodele Beach (outside reception) [see map] |
06:05
(only on Mondays) |
AGIA PELAGIA |
Happy Cretan Suites, Pelagos Apts | Happy Cretan (road entrance gate) [see map] |
06:15 |
Nicolas Beach/Nicolas Villas, Chrissy's Paradise, Agia Pelagia Villas | Petrol Station (near Agia Pelagia Villas) [see map] |
06:15 | |
Ambelos Apts. | Ambelos Hotel Apts. (main road corner) [see map] |
06:15 | |
Blue Bay Resort, Villa Iliatoras, Peninsula, Eva Mare, Lamas | Blue Bay Resort (outside reception area) [see map] |
06:20 | |
Sea Side Resort, Acro Wellness Suites | Sea Side (outside reception area) [see map] |
06:20 | |
Perla, Alexander House, Pelagia Bay, Thalia, Capsis Out of Blue, Aquarius, Renia Htl | Capsis Out of Blue (gate entrance) [see map] |
06:25 | |
Pela Mare Hotel | Pela Mare Ag.Pelagia (main road gate) [see map] |
06:25 | |
Seascape, Sirena Apts | Laundry [see map] |
06:25 | |
Creta Sun Hotel Studios, Aquarius, Villa Paradiso, Olive Green House | Creta Sun Hotel (main road corner) [see map] |
06:25 | |
Scala Hotel, Irida Hotel, Anatoli Apts, Endless Blue, Diana Apts, Penny Stella Apts, Retini Apts | Irida Hotel (Bus Stop #12) [see map] |
06:30 | |
Panorama Hotel | Panorama (main road entrance) [see map] |
06:30 | |
LYGARIA |
Lygaria Village, Athina Palace | Athina Palace (outside reception area) [see map] |
05:45 |
Spiros-Soula Hotel, Angel Village Hotel | Angel Hotel (main road gate) [see map] |
05:50 | |
AMMOUDARA (GAZI) |
Atlantika Akti Zeus Hotel | Atlantika Akti Zeus (main road entrance) [see map] |
06:50 |
Apollonia Resort, Poseidon Hotel | Apollonia (main road entrance - Bus Stop) [see map] |
06:50 | |
Stork hotel, Yianna Apts, Lambi, Minoas Htl, Dolphin Bay, Lilly, Castro Htl, Arhontiko | Dolphin Bay (main road gate) [see map] |
06:55 | |
Lino Mare, Uncle George, Handakas Htl, Roxani, Marirena, Petousis | Roxani Hotel (main road) [see map] |
06:55 | |
Santa Marina Hotel | Santa Marina (main road entrance) [see map] |
07:00 | |
Agapi Beach, Marilena Hotel | Agapi Beach (opposite entrance gate - taxi station) [see map] |
07:00 | |
Creta Beach Hotel | Creta Beach (main road entrance) [see map] |
07:00 | |
Candia Maris, Miro Sun Ammoudara, Australia, Sun Hotel, Doma | Candia Maris (main road entrance) [see map] |
07:00 | |
Neptuno Hotel | Neptuno (main road - bus stop) [see map] |
07:00 | |
Akti Coralli, Tsagarakis | Shell gas station [see map] |
07:00 | |
Vanisko Hotel | Vanisko (main road entrance) [see map] |
07:05 |
LET US HELP! Please don't hesitate to contact us, in order to help you out choose the best pick-up that suits you best!
ABOUT THE VESSEL

Santorini Day Trips from Heraklion by Seajets
"Power Jet" of Seajets Sea Lines is a luxury passenger-vehicle catamaran boat, reaching speeds up to 38 knots, operating the Crete - Santorini route during the summertime season.
Technical characteristics:
► Type of vessel: Highspeed Passenger Catamaran
► Year of build: 1996
► Country of build: Australia
► Length: 82.30 m.
► Width: 23 m.
► Speed: 38 knots
► Passengers: 1200
► Vehicles: 150
DISCLAIMER-NOTE: Depending on the time of the season, the sealine decides which boat will be making the trip.
CANCELLATION
1. Customers who for any reason fail to participate in our excursions are obliged to inform us at least 24 hours in advance. Otherwise, no refund will be given. Cancelling at least 24 hours prior to departure, 100% full refund!
2. VisitCrete.com reserves the right to alter or cancel any tour, due to adverse weather conditions or, insufficient passenger number or, force majeure.
IMPORTANT INFO
► We do return money in case of bad weather (when the excursion is cancelled by the organizer tour operator).
► IMPORTANT: You need to be at least 10 minutes prior to your pick-up time at your pick-up point or 1 hour if meeting at the boat.
For further information or bookings please call at telephone No. (+30) 2810341560
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