Keep it simple
Explore Fira and linger over the caldera views.
The Mediterranean · Greece
Santorini
Whitewashed villages sit above a volcanic caldera, with sea views that turn a simple café stop into a memorable moment.
Where you arrive
Cruise ships anchor in the caldera and guests go ashore by tender. Fira’s old port and Athinios serve different arrival arrangements; check the instructions for your independent visit or excursion.
Find your pace
Three ways to spend your day
The classic postcard
Visit Oia with a planned transfer and enough time to return.
A different perspective
Consider Akrotiri or a volcanic landscape excursion instead of trying to see the entire island.
Before you head ashore
Tendering and the Fira cable car can add waiting time. Allow a generous return margin. The steep stepped route is physically demanding; check accessibility and your excursion’s return arrangements before booking.
Your berth, tender arrangements and available excursions can vary by sailing. Check the onboard programme, keep the ship’s emergency contact with you and plan to return before the published all-aboard time.
Destination information · Photo: Pedro Szekely / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
Official port informationGuide checked October 4, 2026. Photos may show a destination highlight rather than the arrival point. Images displayed cropped to fit.