Day Trip to Santorini from Crete with Private Tour & Transfers

10 hours
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Overview

What's Included

✓ Included

  • Transport by luxury A/C vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Heraklion Hotel/port/airport pickup and drop-off
  • English or Spanish speaking local tour guide
  • All taxes

✗ Not Included

  • Personal expenses & gratuities (optional)
  • Lunch at a seaside restaurant (optional)

Itinerary

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Stop 1
Embark on an enchanting day trip from Crete to Santorini, seamlessly blending convenience and exploration. Kick off your adventure with a personalized transfer from your hotel in Heraklion, ensuring a tailored experience to match your preferences. Experience smooth transfers to the ferry terminal, where you'll board a comfortable ferry heading to the iconic island of Santorini.
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Stop 2
As you near the captivating shores of Santorini, marvel at the renowned caldera and the picturesque villages gracefully clinging to the cliffs. Commence your exclusive Santorini exploration with a pick-up from the port, embarking on a day of discovery on the world's most iconic island. Travel in style and comfort in a deluxe vehicle accompanied by a knowledgeable local driver/guide.
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Stop 3
Begin your journey by venturing to the northern part of the island and immersing yourself in the famed village of Oia. Distinguished by its distinct charm, featuring picturesque blue-domed churches and awe-inspiring panoramic vistas, Oia stands as one of Europe's most captured locales—an absolute essential on your itinerary.
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Stop 4
Setting out from the northern region, navigate through steep hills and arid grasslands en route to the island's center, where you'll reach the charming traditional village of Megalochori. Take a leisurely stroll along its narrow pathways, ensuring to capture the enchanting tiered bell towers that grace your path. Immerse yourself in the local culture and lifestyle within this picturesque and less-touristy setting.
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Stop 5
Next, travel to the most famous beach on Santorini, the Red beach, a unique natural phenomenon, and get the chance to take astonishing pictures of the volcanic scenery and the reddish cliffs.
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Stop 6
Following a brief ten-minute drive, arrive at the southernmost tip of the island and seize the opportunity to unwind at the Perivolos black beach. Revel in the fantastic seaside ambiance, featuring crystal-clear waters and inviting restaurants. Enjoy some free time to stroll along the beach, take a refreshing swim in the Aegean Sea, and indulge in lunch at a seaside Greek restaurant (lunch cost not included).
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Stop 7
Back on the minivan, driving between terrains full of vineyards, you will reach the island's highest peak, the monastery of Prophet Elias, at 565 meters above sea level.
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Stop 8
At the scheduled time, you will arrive back to the port to board your ferry to Crete where your private transfer will drive you to your hotel in Heraklion.
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Stop 9
After a 2-hour ferry ride, your private transfer will drive you to your hotel in Heraklion from the ferry port.

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Good to Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Travel time between sights is included in the total duration of the trip

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Special Instructions

We'll deliver your tickets via Viator and also share them with you on your mobile phone through messaging apps like WhatsApp or Telegram.

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