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Enjoying the Beauty of Santorini: A Tender Boat Guide for Royal Caribbean Cruises

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  • Santorini is one of the most beautiful islands in Greece and is one of Royal Caribbean's main ports of call. Due to the shallow waters around the island, the cruise ship will not dock directly and you will need to use a tender boat to get to and from the island.
  • The main tourist attraction of Santorini is Fira, a town with white and blue-roofed houses perched on a cliff. You can get there by cable car, donkey or on foot.
  • In addition to Fira, there are other towns with their own unique charms such as Oia, known for its beautiful sunsets, and Imerovigli, known for its tranquility, allowing you to experience something truly special in Santorini.

Santorini is one of the most beautiful islands in Greece, and is one of Royal Caribbean Cruise's main ports of call. While some ports of call are not visited at all, most tourists disembark in Santorini. However, due to Santorini's shallow waters, cruise ships do not dock directly on the island and instead stay afloat in slightly deeper waters. As a result, passengers must take a small boat called a tender to reach the island.

A view of the cruise ship floating in the Santorini sea

A picture of a cruise ship floating in the Santorini sea (taken by myself)

Cruise and Tender Boats

Small boats attached to the cruise ship are for emergency use and are different from tender boats. Tender boats are the boats used to ferry passengers between the cruise ship and Santorini. Tender boats are provided free of charge and are paid for directly by the cruise line.

A view of the cruise ship floating in the Santorini sea at night

A picture of a cruise ship floating in the Santorini sea in the late afternoon

In the picture above, a small boat is returning to the cruise ship, and this small boat is a tender boat.

Santorini Tour Starting from Fira Town

The main port of call in Santorini is Fira Town. Fira Town is a representative tourist attraction of Santorini, with white and blue-roofed houses perched on the cliffs. You can start here and explore the beautiful Santorini.

Docking takes place at the location below.

There are three ways to get to Fira Town:

  • Cable Car Ride : This is the most convenient way to get to Fira Town quickly. However, there are usually long waiting times, so you may have to wait about an hour.
  • Donkey Ride : It is relatively fast, but the donkey's movement can be unpredictable and uncomfortable. It can also be uncomfortable due to animal welfare issues.
  • Walking : A challenging way that requires you to climb 588 steps. Recommended for those with sufficient stamina.

The red path in the screenshot shows the path you have to walk up.

Representative Tourist Attractions of Santorini

In addition to Fira Town, Santorini has many charming towns. Representative tourist attractions are as follows:

Oia Town : Famous for its beautiful sunsets, it is a place visited by many tourists to watch the sunset.

Imerovigli Town : A peaceful and quiet town with beautiful scenery.

Special Experiences in Santorini

Visiting Santorini through Royal Caribbean Cruises is a special experience. In particular, a port tour on this island, famous for its beautiful sunsets, will create unforgettable memories. Enjoy the beauty of Santorini and experience its unique charm.

A trip to Santorini with Royal Caribbean Cruises offers a convenient and special experience. If you are planning a cruise trip, we recommend a schedule that includes Santorini. Enjoy the charm of Santorini and create unforgettable memories here.

For more information on traveling to Santorini, please visit the official Royal Caribbean Cruises website.

Click the link below if you are curious about the Rome port of call.


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