Half-Day Delos Tour from Mykonos
Mykonos, Greece
4 hours
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What You Will Do
Seize the opportunity to take a trip back in time and visit the island of Delos, the most famous and sacred of all islands in antiquity. According to Greek mythology, Apollo, god of Light - the sun, and Artemis, goddess of the moon, were born on Delos - infamous birthplace of Light, which the Greeks always regarded as precious.
We bring you to the heart of a destination that will mark an unforgettable experience for you and where you will be accompanied by an exceptional certified guide. An entire ancient city awaits. The visitors will have the chance to explore remarkable monuments such as the Stoa of Phillipe, the Propylaia, the Collosus of the Naxians and the Temples of Apollo before the last stop in front of the Sacred Lake and the eternal Naxian Lions.
What's Included?
- Taxes
- Other
- All safety equipment
- Round-trip boat ticket to Delos island
- Certified Tour Guide
- Other
- Skip the line at Delos site
What's Not Included?
- Shared transfer to/from hotel (available on request at own expense approximately 12,00€ pp,each way)
- Pick-up and drop-off
- Alcoholic drinks
- Drinks
- Entrance fees to the Archaeological Site & the Museum (Payment in cash only, upon check in)
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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Archaeological Site of Delos
3 hours
Upon arrival at Delos, your guide will issue tickets to the archaeological site to the group and offer an introduction to the mythological, prehistorical and historical background of the island. Then, set out to explore the narrow streets of the Hellenistic City, built in the 4th century BC, and see highlights such as the impressive house of Dionysos, the statue of Cleopatra, and some exquisite mosaics. After a short stop at the House of the Trident, reach the Theatre of Delos and the public cistern of the city. Stroll down the main street to return to the market and the Sanctuary zone. The Stoa of Phillipe, the donations of ancient celebrities, the Propylaia, the Colossus of the Naxians and the Temples of Apollo are the monuments to be admired before the last stop in front of the Sacred Lake and the eternal Naxian Lions. You will have time to visit the archaeological museum and the museum shop before returning to your boat.
Additional Information
This activity is operated by Delos Travel
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please specify in Special Requirements upon booking if interested in scheduling hotel or port pick-up or drop-off
- Bring with you camera, spending money, water and sunscreen. Bring some local currency with you for souvenir purchases. You may find it helpful to bring a small backpack along to carry belongings and purchases. Photo ID is required if you make purchases with a credit card.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Suitable for cruise ship day stops
- Last minute cancellation or inability to disembark from a cruise ship, is not our company’s responsibility, therefore any refund requests due to such incidents will not be accepted. Should the client be aware of such a change, he/she is requested to communicate with our company more than 24 hours before the tour or activity starts, in order to discuss possible date or time amendment (subject to availability).
- Refund requests for last minute cancellations (up to 24 hours before the tour or activity), for any reason, will not be accepted.
- Check-in time is 60-30 minutes before departure time.
- The booking voucher doesn't guarantee boarding the boat nor entrance to the archaeological site. Please make sure you arrive at the Delos Tours kiosk in the Old Port 60-30 minutes before departure time to check in and receive your boat ticket. Entrance fees to the Archaeological Site & the Museum are not included and need to be paid at the Delos Tours kiosk upon check in, in cash only. You will receive your ticket to the archaeological site when you arrive in Delos.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- IMPORTANT NOTE: The minimum number of participants required for the tour to take place is 8. In the unlikely case that the tour is cancelled because of low participation we will inform you accordingly so you can re-schedule or arrange for a refund
- Very important note: Loss or damage of the wireless tour guide system will incur a penalty of 150EUR
- Wheelchair accessibility only partially at Delos site.
Guide Options
- Guide - English
- Guide - Italian
- Guide - French
- Guide - Spanish
Customer Reviews
The tour of Delos was...
2025-05-06
The tour of Delos was really good and I would recommend. The lower rating is due to the last minute increase in cost for entry into Delos. I did read the prior reviews that mention the fee was not optional as advertised and you must pay in Euros, but it was 15 mins before the cancellation window closed when we were told the amount changed to 20 euros per person. We had set aside the listed 12 euros per person and had to scramble to find more euros. The increase in fee could/should have been communicated to us earlier and the posting should not state optional for the archaeological site fee. Also, when we got to the Old Mykonos Port there was a ticket booth with no one in it or directions to proceed to the ticket booth on the other side of the port. Luckily others were going for a tour and we made it to the other side in time to catch the ferry. Once we got to Delos things got better and the tour was really good. The whispers did not work so our guide made sure to wait for the entire group before starting any discussion and spoke loudly for us all to hear. She handled the situation very well and was accommodating for all in the group.
A great way to experience Athens!
2025-05-06
Was such a great experience and our guide George did a really great job navigating us through all the highlights that Athens had to offer, making sure we were staying one step ahead of the tour groups, answering our questions, and telling us about the history behind the places he took us to.
Amazing
2025-05-05
Three distinct cultures are present in these ruins covering the 6th through the 2nd centuries BC.
Of course some sites are better thsn others but the myths and stories are so interesting.
Best if done with a guide as the signage is not that informative.
Of course some sites are better thsn others but the myths and stories are so interesting.
Best if done with a guide as the signage is not that informative.
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