Chania to Santorini: A Private Boat Tour & Sea-Transfer
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TRIP DURATION: Full Day/
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DEPARTURE: Chania/
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ROUTE: Chania - Santorini island -
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Request a price quote From 3200€ per group
TOUR DESCRIPTION
Embark on an Extraordinary Island Hopping Experience from Beautiful Crete with SEAze The Day! Picture this: a private boat tour from the enchanting ports of Chania (Chania Old Harbour, Kolymvari, Marathi, or Souda) to the glamorous island of Santorini. Our spacious RIBs and cabin motorboats, ensuring both safety and luxury, offer you the chance to ride the open waters, taking in the breathtaking views of crystal-clear waters and the majestic Caldera volcano.
This full-day private boat trip is not just a transfer; it’s an immersive journey. Imagine hiking from Fira to Oia, savoring fresh seafood at Ammoudi Bay, and being captivated by the panoramic Caldera views.
Whether you’re yearning for an adrenaline-pumping ride or seeking a serene private transfer, our boat trip to Santorini caters to your desires. The trip is designed for those who wish to embrace the thrill of open waters or opt for an exclusive, private boat transfer without the ferry hassle. Plus, the choice is yours—return to the captivating shores of Crete or extend your stay in the alluring Santorini.
And here’s the twist: we offer the flexibility to start your journey from either Crete to Santorini or vice versa. If you’re on Santorini and want to return to Crete, or if you’re in Crete and fancy a change of scenery to Santorini, SEAze The Day has you covered. So, why just dream of island hopping? Book your private adventure now, and let the azure waters between Crete and Santorini become your playground!”
Choose Your Ideal Option:
- All Day Cruise to Santorini Island with Return to Chania.
- One-way sea transfer from Chania combined with an enriching island tour
- One-way Private Boat Transfer from Chania to Santorini
- One way Private Boat Transfer from Santorini to Chania
Free snorkeling supplies (upon request), drinks, and snacks.
Suggested starting time: 6.30 -7.30 a.m.
ITINERARY
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13.5h
Chania: pick up time: 7.15
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Nea Kameni: arrival time: 10.15, stop: 1h
Sightseeings:5'Hot Springs - thermal baths -
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Thirasia Island: arrival time: 11.15, stop: 10′ (sightseeing tour)
Sightseeings:10'Thirasia Island -
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Fira - Oia: arrival time: 11.25, Duration: 4.0 h
Sightseeings:Fira - Oia hike -
53.5h
Ammoudi Bay: arrival time : 15.25, stop: 1.5h
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Chania: drop-off time: 20.15 – 20.30
*The schedule may change depending on weather conditions and your specific needs.
* As we customize your trip to your needs, you can choose how to spend your time on this beautiful Island or build your itinerary with us!
INFORMATION
USEFUL INFORMATION
- Duration: All day (10-12 h)
- Travel distance: 185 nm
- Start time: 6.30 – 7:15
- Languages: Greek – English
- Number of travelers: 1-6 (per boat)
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
- Boat
- Fuel
- Skipper
DEPARTURE & RETURN LOCATION
- The boat departs and returns to the exact location in Chania Old Port: SEAze The Day
- The boat departs from Chania and you disembark on Santorini Island
- You embark from one of the ports of Santorini and you disembark in Chania Old Port
WHAT IS OFFERED ON BOARD
- Traditional Cretan Snacks and light lunch (pasta salad), fruits
- Soft drinks, Water, beers
- Use of Snorkeling equipment (upon request)
WHAT YOU CAN REQUEST
- Traditional Cretan Meal or Barbeque on board (fish – meat)
- Fishing Equipment and fishing guide
- Drone, GoPro, Photographer
- Special Requests (boat relocation, tour extension)
- Transfer to and from the Port
FAQ
The price of the private boat tour to Santorini from one of the ports of Chania starts from 3200 euros (open deck RIB) and goes up to 3850 euros (luxury cabin RIB) per group (1-6 persons).
The price depends mainly on boat size, the number of people in your private group, and the selected extras. You can request a quote via email, WhatsApp, or phone.
If your group is larger than our maximum boat capacity, we can arrange a second boat to accommodate your group. The boats sail and tie together, so the group does not split. While docked, you can go from one vessel to the other. Ask us about the alternative options.
If your departure point is Chania Old Port, you can park your car here :
- Chania Port Parking SEAze The Day
(you will need change for the parking ticket machine )
(1-minute walking distance from SEAze the Day departure point) - Theatro Anatolikis Tafrou Parking SEAze The Day
Free parking area
(3-minute walking distance from SEAze, the Day departure point)
If your departure point is Kolymvari, you can park your car in parking areas inside the Port here:
SEAze The Day
For other departure points, we will send information through email or WhatsApp.
Our company does not offer transportation services. However, we can arrange a one-way or round-trip taxi/minivan service for your transfer to and from the departure point at an additional cost.
Approximately 3.5 hours on an average cruising speed of 24-25 knots.
The transfer duration may be subject to differences depending on the weather conditions.
Our usual schedule* for our boat trip:
- Chania Old Port- pick up time: 7.15 a.m.
- Chania -Santorini cruising time: 3.0 hours
- Nea Kameni (hot springs baths) arrival time: 10.15 stop: 1h
- Nea Kameni – Thirasia Island cruising time:5.’
- Thirasia Island (sightseeing) arrival time:11.20′, stop: 10′
- Thirasia -Old Port of Fira cruising time 10.’
- Fira – Oia (hike tour) arrival time: 11.45 Duration: 3.5h**
- Ammoudi bay arrival time : 15.45, stop: 1h
- Ammoudi bay- Chania cruising time: 3.0-3.5 h
- Chania Old Harbour drop-off time: 20.15-20.30
*The schedule may change depending on weather conditions and your specific needs.
** From Fira Old Port, you can walk to Fira (600 steps -20 minutes) or take the cable car (5 euros/person). Then you can take the hiking path from Fira to Oia (6.5km, 2-4 hours) and walk along the edge of the Caldera.
In Oia, you will explore the alleyways and the staircases, shop for local crafts, and visit the castle of Agios Nikolaos.
Finally, after a 20-minute downhill walk, you will arrive at Ammoudi Bay. There you will have the chance to taste fresh seafood at the traditional local fish taverns and have a last swim before embarking on our safe vessel, which will wait for you there.
*** Those who don’t want to hike can either take a private taxi hire from Fira to Oia, or they can go with our boat from Fira to Ammoudi and then visit Oia by walking through the steps.
The boat can depart from Chania with good weather conditions, which means winds up to 3 Beaufort (16 km/h), waves up to 0.5m, and sunny days. However, in case of bad weather conditions please check our cancellation policy.
Yes, we do. We can drop you off at Santorini after finishing our private tour or provide a direct private boat transfer from Crete to Santorini. You will arrange with the reservation department before departure.
The best months for visiting this famous island are from the first days of April to the first ten days of June and September till the end of October. During this season the weather is warm, and you can enjoy the island while avoiding the crowds.
Between June 15 and September 10, bring your Beachwear, Towels, Sunscreen Hat, Hiking shoes, and a wind jacket for early departure and late return. The average (low-high) temperature in the Summer (June -August) in Crete is 20-33 degrees, usually without clouds.
For May, June (1st half), September (second half), and October, the average temperature may vary between 18-28 degrees. Bring a long-sleeved shirt and a wind -jacket in case of cloudy weather, rain, or later return to the Port.
For the month of April, bring a long-sleeved shirt, a warm jacket, and a beanie hat for the trip in the morning and the return in the evening. Remember to bring beachwear, towels, sunscreen, a hat, and hiking shoes for the warmer hours of the day.
- Hike from Fira to Oia (6,5 km, duration: 3-5 hours)
- Hike to the Volcano in Nea Kameni ( duration: 1h)
- Swim to the hot springs in Palia Kameni (duration 30’-50′)
- Eat delicious seafood at a local fish tavern in Ammoudi Bay
- Oia’s main street
- Visit the castle of St Nicolas.
* As we customize this trip to your needs, you can choose how to spend time on this beautiful island.
All pets are allowed on board under your supervision.
- In the chance of inconvenient weather conditions, there will be the following options:
- SEAze The Day will postpone the date.
- Change the departure and return point accordingly upon arrangement with the guest.
- If none of the two options above are feasible for the client, SEAze The Day shall refund the deposit amount.
- In the event of cancellation more than 10 days before the date of the boat trip, the guest shall receive the 50% of the deposit.
- In the event of notifying us about the cancellation less than 10 days before the date of the boat trip, SEAze The Day shall keep the entire deposit.
We require a 20% deposit for a booking. The remaining balance is paid upon arrival at the Port before the boat departs.
You can book through our online booking system, through email or whats app message, or call us directly for a reservation.
All our boats have portable fire extinguishers, a first aid kit, flares, a floating anchor, a spare boat engine or two main engines, a depth sounder, and a geodetic tracking system (GPS tracker). Also, our staff is highly trained in emergencies, following a specific safety protocol.
There are no health restrictions, but please notify us if you have children under the age of 4, if you have a pregnant person in your group, if you have any allergies, or if a person with disabilities.
- Rigid inflatable boats, length: 10-11m, capacity: 1-6 travelers*, open deck
- Luxury Cabin RIBs, length: 10-11 m, capacity:1-6 travelers*, cabin,wc
*max capacity:9 travelers (upon request)