Santorini Tour from Agia Pelagia With Both Ways Transfer
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The Santorini Tour from Agia Pelagia includes a fast ferry cruise ticket, bus transfers in both islands, a guided bus tour and free time on Oia and Fira towns.
Enjoy a fast ferry cruise and a day trip on Santorini, the most beautiful island of the Aegean Sea. The white houses in Cycladic style, the churches with blue roofs, and the breathtaking views of the Caldera will amaze you. This Agia Pelagia to Santorini one day trip will stay forever in your memory.
Santorini Tour from Agia Pelagia and Lygaria
Discover Santorini on a full-day excursion from Agia Pelagia and Lygaria, Crete. Travel by fast ferry from Heraklion and explore two of the island’s most famous destinations: Oia and Fira.
The tour includes return ferry tickets, transfers in Crete and Santorini, a guided sightseeing bus tour and free time to explore both towns at your own pace.
In Oia, admire the traditional whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches and spectacular views over the Caldera. Continue to Fira, Santorini’s lively capital, where you can wander through picturesque streets, visit local shops and cafés, and enjoy panoramic views of the Aegean Sea.
With organised transport and a professional tour guide, this Santorini day trip from Agia Pelagia is a convenient way to experience the island in one day.
Weekly Schedule
Every Day: English, French, German, Polish, Russian.
Other Languages:
Hungarian: Monday, Saturday, Sunday.
Romanian: Wednesday, Friday, Sunday.
Czech: Wednesday, Friday, Sunday.
Spanish: Wednesday, Friday, Sunday.
Italian: Friday and Sunday.
Dutch: Wednesday.
Agia Pelagia to Santorini Procedure:
We will pick you up you in the morning βετςεεν 05:45 to 06:30 am and transport you to Heraklion port. The bus journey takes approximately 30 – 45 minutes. Our driver will provide you with a return ticket indicating the bus number in Crete. When you arrive at the ticket kiosk, you will exchange your voucher (the tour ticket) for the ferry boat ticket. You will also receive the bus number for the Santorini day trip which is written with a marker on the boat ticket.
Following this, you will board the ferry departing at 08:00 am. Enjoy a 2 hour cruise across the Aegean Sea. The ferry boat has a snack bar that offers a variety of food and drinks. By booking this Santorini day trip from Heraklion with transfer from Agia Pelagia area, you also secure standard seating onboard. Your seat allocation is indicated on the ferry tickets. At 10:00 am, you will arrive at Santorini’s Athinios port.
Your Santorini island tour guide will greet you outside the boat and accompany you to the tour bus. This marks the beginning of your six hour guided tour. Our first destination is the charming Oia village.
You will Visit
Oia Village
Oia sits on the north tip of the island of Santorini. It is famous for its vistas and the white buildings with blue roofs. A perfect spot for Instagram-worthy settings. Narrow streets weaving through the town, lined with plenty of shops, art galleries, and coffee shops.
In Oia town, Santorini, the sun paints the sky with vibrant hues as it sets over the horizon. People stroll along cobblestone streets, admiring the charming white buildings adorned with blue domes. Cafes buzz with chatter, serving up freshly brewed coffee and local pastries. The scent of sea salt fills the air, inviting travelers to explore the nearby coastline. Oia town is a paradise of beauty and tranquility.
We’ll spend around two hours there based on road traffic. After visiting Oia, our bus will take us to Fira Town, just a short twenty to thirty minute drive away.
Fira Town
Fira Town, the capital of Santorini, perches atop a 300m cliff over looking the Aegean Sea.
Known for its stunning sunsets and breathtaking vistas, the town enchants visitors with its iconic white buildings and vibrant domes. Wander through its narrow streets to discover charming cafes, shops, and traditional taverns serving Greek food. Don’t forget to visit the Museum of Prehistoric Thera, which offers insights into the island’s ancient civilizations.
You will have two hours to explore and take plenty of photographs. During the high season, and for an additional cost enjoy a cruise on a wooden boat to the Santorini volcano. This cruise lasts about one and a half hours. Keep in mind it will reduce your time in the town. The volcano cruise starts on the 28th of May.
After our exploration, we will make our way back to Athinios Port, which is approximately a 20 minute drive away. There, we’ll board our fast ferry for the return journey to Heraklion, Crete. Upon arrival at Heraklion port, our bus will be waiting to transport you back to your hotel.
Enjoy a comfortable transfer from Agia Pelagia and Lygaria to Heraklion Port.
Travel across the Aegean Sea by fast ferry to Santorini.
Explore Oia and admire the famous Caldera views and whitewashed houses.
Discover Fira with free time for shopping, sightseeing, and photos.
Experience a well-organized Santorini tour from Agia Pelagia with expert guidance and smooth connections.
Itinerary:
05:40–06:30 – Hotel Pick-Up
Morning pick-up from the selected meeting points in Agia Pelagia and Lygaria and the surrounding area.
07:20 – Arrival at Heraklion Port, Crete
Transfer to Heraklion Port and preparation for boarding.
08:00 – Ferry Departure
Board the fast ferry for a scenic journey across the Aegean Sea. The crossing takes approximately 2 hours.
10:00 – Arrival at Athinios Port, Santorini
Meet your tour guide and board the sightseeing bus.
Stop 1: Oia Village
Enjoy approximately 1.5–2 hours of free time to explore the village, admire its famous architecture and take in the spectacular Caldera views.
Stop 2: Fira Town
Enjoy approximately 2 hours of free time in Santorini’s capital. Explore the picturesque streets, visit local shops and cafés, and admire the panoramic views.
16:00 – Return to Athinios Port
Arrive at the port and prepare for boarding the return ferry.
18:00 – Arrival at Heraklion Port, Crete
Disembark from the ferry and meet your bus for the return transfer.
18:45–19:15 – Return Transfer to Agia Pelagia and Lygaria areas.
Transfer back to your original meeting points in Agia Pelagia and the surrounding area. Arrival times depend on traffic and the drop-off location.
Price
The price of a Santorini tour from Agia Pelagia is 169 euro per adult(12+ years old), 84.5 Euro for children(3-11 years old), infants are free. The cost includes fast ferry tickets both ways, transfer from your hotel in Agia Pelagia, Lygaria and back, bus transfer and bus guided tour on the island of Santorini with free time visits at Oia and Fira towns.
Includes
Agia Pelagia or Lygaria Hotel pick up and drop off in Crete.
Transportation by modern buses in Crete and Santorini Islands.
Fast Ferry boat tickets both ways.
Guided bus tour on Santorini Island. Professional bus tour guide (live).
Free time in Oia, and Fira towns. Aprox. 2 hours in each town.
Insurance and all taxes.
Cancel up to 24 hours prior to departure time and receive a full refund.
Excludes
Entrance tickets to archaeological sites or places of interest.
All meals and drinks.
Optional cruise to the volcano. Extra cost 20€. Not available during low season. Payable on Santorini. Starts on the 28th of May.
Important Information
ToursCrete.com will provide you with a voucher for this Santorini day trip. We accept them either in electronic or paper form. We will also provide you with a google map pin of the Agia Pelagia meeting point. In the email you will receive, we include also an emergency number
Meeting Points and Pick-Up Times – Agia Pelagia
Please arrive at your designated meeting point 5–10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time. Look for our excursion bus and have your booking confirmation ready.
| Hotels / Accommodation | Meeting Point | Pick-Up Time |
|---|---|---|
| Happy Cretan Suites, Pelagos Apartments | Entrance gate on Happy Cretan Road | 06:15 |
| Nicolas Beach, Nicolas Villas, Chrissy’s Paradise | Petrol station near Agia Pelagia Villas | 06:15 |
| Ambelos Apartments | Main road corner, Ambelos Hotel Apartments | 06:15 |
| Blue Bay Resort, Villa Iliatoras, Peninsula, Eva Mare, Lamas | Outside the Blue Bay Resort reception | 06:20 |
| Sea Side Resort, Acro Wellness Suites | Outside the Sea Side Resort reception | 06:20 |
| Perla, Alexander House, Pelagia Bay, Thalia, Capsis Out of the Blue, Aquarius, Renia Hotel | Main entrance gate of Capsis Out of the Blue | 06:25 |
| Pela Mare Hotel | Main road entrance gate of Pela Mare Hotel, Agia Pelagia | 06:25 |
| Seascape, Sirena Apartments | Laundry meeting point | 06:25 |
| Creta Sun Hotel Studios, Aquarius, Villa Paradiso, Olive Green House | Main road corner near Creta Sun Hotel | 06:25 |
| Scala Hotel, Irida Hotel, Anatoli Apartments, Endless Blue, Diana Apartments, Penny Stella Apartments, Retini Apartments | Bus Stop 12, Irida Hotel | 06:30 |
| Panorama Hotel | Main road entrance of Panorama Hotel | 06:30 |
| Lygaria Village, Athina Palace | Outside the Athina Palace reception | 05:45 |
| Spiros-Soula Hotel, Angel Village Hotel | Main road gate of Angel Village Hotel | 05:50 |
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