Half-Day Delos Tour from Mykonos
Description
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.
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Itinerary
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.
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Pickup Locations & Times
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Important Information
- 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.
Reviews(634)
Wonderful experience, but too short of an excursion, we did not have enough time to see the exhibits on the museum. I felt rushed. Our guide was very knowledgeable.
The whole island is an archeological site- and it is only partially uncovered! Never have I seen this before. The energy, the excavations…..a must see!
Very best guide ever- she was wonderful!
Let me separate the tour from the place. Delos is fantastic and well worth the time and effort to get there. This tour however, left us feeling rushed. The transfer from our hotel to the old port was over 15 minutes late which put us under significant pressure to get to the boat on time. The crossing was rough but enjoyable. There are not enough toilets at Delos port which led to delays in starting the tour. The tour guide was very pleasant with good English but she spoke way to fast and we missed some of the commentary. The Whisper audio system was also affected by the wind which was quite strong. The tour only covers some of the site and there was not enough time to explore it ourselves - 4 hour trip of which 1 hour is spent on the boat, 30 mins gathering for tour guide, 90 mins on tour , 15 mins to make sure you catch the boat back only leaving 45 mins free time for the museum (which has some great exhibits) and the site itself (which is huge). There are plenty of info boards and the free map has a lot of information.
I cannot even begin to tell you how wonderful it was. Our guide Celia was knowledgeable about the cite and gave us a lot of pertinent and valuable information. She was awesome!!! The tour itself was organized and efficient. We checked in at the port office at around 9:20am for our 10:00am tour and got our tickets to board the ship. Once we arrived to the island, Delos, our guide Celia quickly gathered us all up and gave us our entry tickets. We avoided the long lines to get in. The tour itself was amazing. Too much to see. The tour lasted 90 minutes, after which we had time to explore the island on our own. We had 3 available times to depart the island. 1:30, 3:00 and 8:00. The entrance to the museum was included with our entry. The museum is a must! Make sure to get a map of the island from the museum so you know what you are seeing and choose your route. But you are free to roam the ruins on your own. Enjoy!
Great 1/2 day tour of Delos. Made very special by our very nice & knowledgeable tour guide. Recommend when visiting to wear hats & bring sunscreen which we didnt
Tough to handle The boat trip was aweful The 40 mph wind was exhausting Mykonos winds are normal You need to issue a warning
Thank you for your feedback. We understand that the windy conditions made your experience less comfortable than expected. Please note that strong winds are a common weather characteristic of Mykonos, especially during certain periods of the season. The vessels used for our tours are certified passenger ferries designed to operate safely in local sea and wind conditions. The safety of our guests is always our highest priority. We continuously monitor weather forecasts and follow the guidance of the local port authorities. Whenever conditions are deemed unsafe, tours are cancelled accordingly. While the weather on the day of your trip remained within the approved operating limits, we appreciate your suggestion regarding wind warnings and will take it into consideration to help future guests better prepare for the conditions they may encounter. Thank you for sharing your experience.
Fascinating day on the island of Delos! So much history to see and learn about. A tour to remember :)
The local and fascinating, a lot of history and the guide was sensational. The view and wonderful. But the viator charged me 70 dollars and I still had to pay 20 euros for the entrance to the archaeological site. At the counter of delostour cusya 79 ja with the entrance!! If Soibesse would have bought already with them. As p tour and the lotacao of the boat does not make much sense skip the line they offer.
Thank you for your feedback and for joining our tour. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the historical significance of Delos, the beautiful views, and especially the guidance provided during the tour. Regarding the pricing, we would like to clarify that the tour booked through Viator is priced at €60 per person. As clearly stated in the tour description and exclusions, the entrance fee to the archaeological site (€20 per person) is not included in the tour price and is paid separately at our ticket booth during check-in. If your payment was made in US dollars, the final amount may have appeared higher due to currency exchange rates and any fees applied by your payment provider. This may explain the difference between the amount displayed by Viator and our direct rates, which are quoted in euros. Our current direct price is close to the amount you paid through Viator once the entrance fee is included. Regarding the "skip-the-line" benefit, this refers specifically to the entrance process at Delos Island. Our guests enter the archaeological site together with their guide through a dedicated entrance procedure, while independent visitors typically need to wait in line to purchase their entrance tickets before entering the site. We appreciate your comments, as they help us better explain our services and ensure future guests have clear expectations. We hope to welcome you again on another excursion in the future.
We booked the 10am crossing, when you get the small print after it says this ticket does guarantee to the boat. Bit confusing so we made sure we were there an hour before a got a ticket. They let us board at 9:30am and we got seated where we wanted. The cruise ship passengers all seem to arrive about 9:40 to 10. Crossing was calm we were lucky, take a sick bag if prone to sea sickness. The guide I think her name was Leah was very good and took care with our group. You then have 40 minutes to wander on your own, probably not enough time to climb to the peak. It’s a very large site to explore. Take water, sunscreen and a hat. If you are not interested in history I don’t think this visit is for you.
