Two Days Santorini Tour from Crete With Transfer

A two-day Santorini Tour from Crete includes a fast ferry cruise ticket and bus transfers to both islands. Also, a guided bus tour and free time in Oia and Fira towns, with a pick-up the next day.

Enjoy a ferry cruise and a two-day trip to Santorini, the most beautiful island of the Aegean Sea.

This Santorini tour is the same as the ones on all international tour platforms, but even better. We use the fastest ferries, the most comfortable buses, and the best tour guides on the island.

Two Day Trip to Santorini from Crete

We will pick you up around 06:30 am and transport you to Heraklion port. The bus journey takes approximately 30 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 written 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. If you dont wish transfer you need to be at Heraklion port by 07:30am.

The ferry boat has a snack bar that offers a variety of food and drinks. By booking this Santorini 2 day tour from Heraklion, you also secure standard seating onboard. At 10:15 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 can choose your hotel on the island. We do not provide a hotel. But, when you do make sure is near the center of Oia or Fira. Our buses stop near by so it will be easier the next day to meet with our guide and bus. Because of the small roads of Santorini, access to most of the hotels is not possible.

Note: The two day trip is possible only if the transfer in Crete is from the areas of Agia Pelagia until Malia. Otherwise you will have to make your own way to Heraklion port. If you have questions if your area is included in our transfer service just ask us.

If you are interested in a one-day trip from Crete to Santorini, we offer multiple options to suit your travel preferences. Our day trips allow you to visit one of the most famous islands in Greece, explore beautiful villages, and enjoy breathtaking views of the caldera—all in a single day.

Weekly Schedule

Every Day: English, French, German, Polish.

Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday: Romanian.

Wednesday: Czech and Hungarian.

Every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday: Italian.

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.

Evening in Oia

After arriving in Oia and checking into their hotel, guests who join the two-day tour from Crete can spend a relaxing evening exploring the beautiful village of Oia. This iconic destination is famous for its whitewashed houses, narrow marble streets, and spectacular views over the caldera. Visitors can wander through the charming alleys filled with boutique shops, art galleries, and small cafés while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere that settles over the village in the evening.

Oia is also one of the most famous sunset locations in the world. Many travelers choose to walk toward the old castle ruins to watch the sun slowly sink into the Aegean Sea, painting the sky in shades of orange, pink, and purple. After sunset, guests can enjoy dinner at one of the cliffside restaurants with breathtaking views, taste local Greek wines, or relax with a cocktail while the lights of the caldera villages begin to sparkle across the island.

Fira Town

Fira Town, the capital of Santorini, perches atop a 300m cliff overlooking the Aegean Sea.

Known for its fantastic 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.

Evening in Fira

Guests staying in Fira during their overnight stay in Santorini will find a lively and vibrant atmosphere after sunset. As the island’s capital, Fira offers a wide variety of restaurants, rooftop bars, and traditional tavernas overlooking the dramatic volcanic cliffs. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing dinner with caldera views, taste authentic Greek dishes, or sample local wines produced from Santorini’s unique volcanic vineyards.

After dinner, the town becomes even more energetic. Travelers can stroll along the caldera promenade, browse souvenir shops that stay open late, or stop at a stylish lounge bar for a drink while admiring the illuminated cliffs of Santorini at night. For those who enjoy nightlife, Fira also offers music bars and clubs where visitors can experience the island’s vibrant evening scene before returning to their hotel to rest for the second day of their Santorini adventure.

Highlights:

Transfer from your hotel in Crete to Heraklion Port and return transfer after the trip.

Fast ferry tickets to and from Santorini included.

Overnight stay in Santorini with free time to explore at your own pace.

Visit Oia and enjoy panoramic views of the Caldera and sunset spots.

Discover Fira and walk through its lively streets with shops and cafés.

2 Day Trip to Santorini Itinerary:

First Day:

06:00 – 07:00 am: Pick-Up.

07:30 am: Heraklion Port Crete

Ferry Departure at 08:00 am.

2 hour fast ferry cruise.

10:00 am: Athinios Port – Santorini Island

Stop 1: Oia

1.5 – 2 hours of free time. Estimated departure from Oia the next day is at 12:00.

Second Day

Stop 1: Fira

2 hours of free time. Estimated Departure from Fira the next day is 15:00.

16:00: Athinios Port

18:00: Arrival Heraklion Port Crete

If your hotel is in Fira, you can visit both towns on the same day.

Price

The price of a Two Day Santorini tour from Crete is 169 Euro per adult and 84.5 Euro for children. The cost includes fast ferry tickets both ways, transfer from your hotel in Crete and back, bus transfer and bus guided tour on the island of Santorini with free time visits at Oia and Fira villages. We also offer a one day tour.

Two Day Trip to Santorini Includes

Hotel pick up and drop off in Crete.

Transportation by modern buses in Crete and Santorini Islands.

Fast Ferry boat tickets both ways. Currently, there is only one ferry heading to Santorini with return the same day.

Guided bus tour on Santorini Island. Professional bus tour guide (live). He will also provide valuable insights about the best places to see and the best locations for photographs.

Second day pickup from Oia or Fira villages. If your hotel is in Oia, you will visit Fira the next day.

Free time in Oia, and Fira towns.

Insurance.

Cancel up to 24 hours prior to departure time and receive a full refund.

Excludes

Entrance tickets to places of interest.

Accommodation.

All meals and drinks.

Optional cruise to the volcano. Extra cost 20€. Not available during low season. Payable on Santorini. Starts on the 1st of May.

Route Map

Areas of Service: 

Malia, Hersonissos, Stalida, Analipsi, Anissaras, Gouves, Heraklion (Not Center), and Ammoudara.

Koutouloufari, Piskopiano, Gournes, Kokkini Hani, Agia Pelagia and Karteros.

The two day tour is only available from Heraklion port.

Important Information

ToursCrete.com will provide you with a voucher for this Santorini tour. We accept them either in electronic or paper form. We will also provide you with a google map pin of the meeting point. In the email you will receive, we include also  an emergency number.

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