Santorini Cruise Tips: The Secret to Skipping the Lines After the New Port Ruling
If you're taking a cruise to Santorini, Greece — the port lines just got longer. A new port ruling has changed how cruise ships tender passengers into the Santorini cruise port, and most cruisers have no idea it's coming. We've seen it happen in person. We've cruised the Mediterranean six times, and even we were caught off guard by this new rule — and by a brand-new transportation option that just opened up. Whether you're headed to Fira/Thira or Oia, we're showing you two ways to beat the lines at the Santorini cruise port without wasting half your port day. We've traveled to 70+ countries across 40+ cruises and 130+ ports. We're Jeff and Becky — former Chemical Engineers who break down port logistics so you can cruise smarter, not harder. Subscribe for weekly cruise planning tips and Mediterranean port guides. Chapters 0:00 - The New Port Rule in Santorini 2:55 - Our Plan to Avoid the Lines 4:45 - Speedboat to Oia 5:47 - Walking in Fira 12:00 - Did Our Plan Work? 12:54 - Cash is King for Better Deals 14:20 - Why we didn't take a shore excursion Affiliate Links (we will get a small commission at no extra cost to you): Viator Excursions and Experiences https://vi.me/BRRJd Amazon Travel Gear: https://amzn.to/4tlrj9c OONO Gear (Backpack): https://61cda5-3.myshopify.com?ref=a_cruising_good_time (use coupon "a_cruising_good_time" to save 10%!) #SantoriniCruisePort #SantoriniGreece #CruiseTips #MediterraneanCruise #Santorini The information expressed in this video is the opinion of the creators and is for entertainment purposes only. This is not professional advice. Please consult your travel professional or the cruise lines for advice specific to your booking. Copyright A Cruising Good Time LLC 2026