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Ferry to Santorini in Greece Tours

Ferry to Santorini

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Greece Tours

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Ferry to Santorini

Duration

Travel Date

02 Sep 2026

Traveller

Adults 01 | Children 00

Activity Overview

A ferry to Santorini is a scenic way to reach the famous Cycladic island, with regular maritime connections from Athens and other Greek islands. The journey offers beautiful views of the Aegean Sea and provides a memorable introduction to Santorini’s distinctive volcanic landscape.

Most ferry services from Athens depart from Piraeus Port, while some routes operate from Rafina depending on the season and service. During the journey, passengers can relax onboard and enjoy the open sea, with ferry types ranging from conventional vessels to faster high-speed services.

Arriving at Athinios Port, Santorini’s main ferry port, visitors are welcomed by dramatic volcanic cliffs and the island’s characteristic whitewashed settlements perched high above the caldera.

Important Information

Activity Policies
  1. Passengers must hold a valid ferry ticket and present it when boarding.
  2. Passengers should arrive at the departure port well in advance, particularly during the busy summer season.
  3. Boarding is subject to the ferry operator's procedures and port regulations.
  4. Passengers must follow crew instructions and all onboard safety requirements.
  5. Luggage allowances and excess-baggage charges vary according to the ferry operator and ticket type.
  6. Vehicle transportation, pets and accessibility arrangements are subject to the specific vessel's rules.
  7. Ferry schedules may change because of weather, sea conditions, port restrictions or operational reasons.
  8. Passengers should check the latest departure information before travelling.
Terms & Conditions
  1. Ferry tickets are issued in the passenger's name and normally include the passenger's full name, gender, nationality and date of birth. Passengers are responsible for ensuring that all details are correct.
  2. Passengers should arrive at the port in sufficient time for boarding and must follow the instructions of port and ferry staff.
  3. Passengers must present their ticket/boarding pass when requested and may be required to provide supporting documents for discounted fares.
  4. Cancellation and refund conditions depend on the operator and season. For SEAJETS, cancellations up to 14 days before departure receive a 100% refund; up to 7 days receive 75%; up to 12 hours receive 50%; and cancellations less than 12 hours before departure receive no refund.
  5. For Blue Star Ferries' Cyclades routes during the 2026 high season (28 May–13 September), cancellations up to 14 days before departure are without charge; up to 7 days receive a 75% refund; up to 12 hours receive 50%; and at departure a 50% refund applies. After departure, tickets cannot be cancelled.
  6. Tickets may, subject to the operator's rules, be converted to an open-date ticket or changed to another departure before the applicable deadline.
  7. After departure, tickets generally cannot be cancelled, refunded or rescheduled.
  8. Ferry schedules may change or sailings may be cancelled because of adverse weather, port-authority instructions, government restrictions or force majeure. Operators may reschedule vessels where necessary.
  9. If a sailing is cancelled because of extreme weather or similar circumstances, passengers should contact the operator or port agency for information about the replacement departure. Refund/change arrangements depend on the operator's applicable conditions.
  10. Luggage must be placed in the designated areas and passengers should follow crew instructions. Blue Star Ferries states that passengers may carry luggage up to 50 kg or 1 m³ free of charge, subject to its conditions.
  11. Lost tickets generally require the passenger to purchase a new ticket and submit a written declaration of loss; replacement arrangements depend on the operator.
Cancellation Policy
Acropolis tickets are generally non-refundable and cannot be cancelled or have their details modified once the transaction has been completed. The selected entry time may be changed up to 120 minutes before the scheduled visit. Lost, stolen or damaged tickets are non-refundable. If the Acropolis is closed due to force majeure, the ticket validity may be extended or the ticket price may be refunded in accordance with the official Hellenic Heritage terms and conditions.

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