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Explore the islands of Delos and Rhenia on this cruise from Mykonos. Choose to explore the archeological sites on Delos or to soak in some sun on the deck. Dive into the crystal-clear waters of the island of Rhenia. Savor a delicious local meal onboard the boat. Select a tour with transfer from your accommodation, or meet at Ioannis Diakoftis pier in the morning. Board the ship and take in the views on the way to Delos. Choose a tour with a guided visit to the ancient area of Delos, or stay onboard and swim from the boat.  At Delos, uncover ancient temples, mosaics, a theater at the local archaeological site. Learn about what life was like in the past with the help of your local guide. Continue to the the remote beaches of Rhenia island where you can spend time playing in the turquoise water. Explore the underwater worlds with the high-quality snorkeling equipment. Sit down to a delicious lunch of Greek barbeque before returning to Mykonos in the afternoon.

Departing from the old port of Mykonos, relax on the 40 minute boat cruise, feel the sea breeze and view the island of Rhenia from a distance. When you reach the island of Delos you have a few hours to explore at your own pace. The entry ticket to the site is not included in this price but you can easily obtain one at the entrance, along with a guide if you wish. Later you will use the same ticket to board the boat and get transferred back to the old port of Mykonos after a day discovering an ancient civilization.

Experience the beauty of the islands of Delos and Rhenia on this cruise from Mykonos. Explore the ruins of an ancient Greek civilization on Delos and relax as you sail with complimentary drinks Savor a delicious lunch of Greek specialties. Climb aboard at Mykonos Old Port and set sail to explore the ancient archeological site of Delos on this cruise from Mykonos. Visit Delos, one of the most sacred sites in ancient Greece, as it is was the birthplace of the Greek gods Apollo and Artemis. Due to its mystical location, the island became home to the first multicultural civilization and was an important trade center in Ancient Greece. Discover the houses of Dionysus and Cleopatra, and see beautiful mosaics and statues. Choose to explore the ruins at Delos or relax in the Aegean sun on the neighboring island of Rhenia, where a private beach is waiting just for you. Swim in the crystal clear waters or take a walk on the shore. Try local flavors with a cold plate lunch of stuffed vine leaves, olives, turkey cold-cuts, tomatoes, feta cheese, tzatziki, and bread. Sip on beer, wine, ouzo, soft drinks and water throughout your cruise.

Step back in time on this day trip from Mykonos to Delos and Rhenia island. Step back in time as you explore the archeological sight on Delos island or choose to take a dip in the sea. Uncover the beauty of the beaches on the uninhabited island of Rhenia. Depart from Mykonos and set sail for the ancient site of Delos island. Upon arrival, you can stay on board, swim in the blue and green waters or disembark for a 2-hour tour of the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the mesmerizing beaches of Rhenia. Enjoy some free time at the uninhabited island and truly let go! Swim and snorkel in the crystal-clear waters. Discover sandy coves and make use of the uncrowded beaches before your return cruise to Mykonos.

Your sailing cruise experience starts with complimentary transportation from your hotel or a designated meeting point depending on the location of the accommodation. One of the cruise representatives will greet you and give you an overview of the cruise itinerary. Once an overview of the sailing yacht and important safety information has been introduced by the crew, you will set sail for Rhenia and Delos islands, the center of the Cyclades, located few miles south-west of Mykonos. During the cruise the crew will be happy to show you how to raise and trim the sails as well as to steer the yacht, weather permitting. Along the way, as you admire the spectacular scenery and the remarkable blue Aegean waters, you can enjoy music of your choice. Relax on deck, sunbathe, and hear about local island history from the crew. After around 60 minutes of sailing, you’ll arrive at the unspoiled island of Rhenia, separated from the sacred island of Delos by a small strait. You’ll drop anchor in the idyllic bay and have around 2 hours to enjoy swimming and snorkeling, and then a light lunch on board of specially made pasta, Greek Salad and fresh fruit. A selection of complimentary house wine and soft drinks are also offered. The next stop is the archaeological site of Delos, where you’ll have approximately 1.5 to 2 hours at your disposal to explore the island with a professional English-speaking guide. According to mythology, Delos was the birthplace of Apollo, the god of daylight and of music and his twin sister Artemis, the goddess of night light and hunting. The sanctuary dedicated to Apollo and Artemis surrounded by a Hellenic city of about 30,000 inhabitants, the monuments, and impressive mosaics from the Archaic, the Classical, and the Hellenistic periods are certainly worth exploring. Delos was inhabited between 2500 and 69 BC, and was a famous religious center as well as a major commercial center. It was proclaimed a tax-free port and due to its exceptionally favorable geographical location, became the hub of the transit trade between the eastern and western, and northern and southern Mediterranean. In 1990 the whole island of Delos was designated a World Cultural Property and is protected by UNESCO. Visit the museum and walk up Mount Kynthos, which at 367 feet (112 meters) provides stunning views of the surrounding Cycladic islands. At the end of the trip, sail back to Mykonos. Complimentary shuttle transportation will be waiting for you to take you on your way back.

Set sail on the Aegean Sea with this catamaran cruise from Mykonos. Explore the crystalline coves around the islands of Rheina and Delo. Swim, snorkel, or simply lounge in the sun. Drop anchor for a delicious Greek meal cooked and served on board. After a pickup from your hotel, travel by air-conditioned minivan to the new port of Mykonos for your cruise. Meet your professional skipper and crew. Settle into a comfortable spot on the modern catamaran. Sit back and admire the small white houses of the island as your vessel pulls away from the dock. Relax and enjoy the sea breeze and take snaps of the views as your catamaran cuts through the waves of the Aegean Sea. Enjoy unlimited traditional Mykonos wine as you sail. After a short journey across the north part of the island, continue to the archeological site of Delos. Make the best of a quick stop in front of Delos by taking photos of the site from the vessel. Learn about the history of the island from your guide. Then, sail to the nearby island of Rhenia and drop anchor in a small cove with crystal clear turquoise water. Take some time for swimming or snorkeling while the crew prepares your delicious lunch. Feast on this delicious Greek meal on board. On the journey back, see picturesque windmills on the island and Mykonos town. If you pick the sunset cruise, witness a beautiful golden sunset. Watch as the sun goes down over the horizon. Dock back at the port and finish your tour with a drop-off at your hotel.

Set sail from Agios Ioannis in the afternoon and journey to the south coast of Mykonos. Pass by the famous beaches of Ornos, Psarou, Platis Gialos, Paraga, Super Paradise, Paradise, and Elia, and enjoy a couple of swim stops along the way. Dive into the refreshing water for a swim, or use the snorkeling equipment available on board to explore under the surface. Enjoy a drink back on the boat, and lie on the yacht's wide and comfortable deck beneath the lovely sun. Continue toward Delos Island, explore its magnificent light blue waters and soft sandy beaches and enjoy the Mykonian sunset with the backdrop of Delos. Finger food and various snacks will be served to you on board. Then choose a comfy seat, take a drink and enjoy the sail back, and you delight in the warmth of the endlessly romantic Mykonian sunset.

Start with pickup from your hotel and travel by air-conditioned minivan to the new port of Mykonos for your catamaran cruise. Meet your professional skipper and crew, and find a comfortable spot on the modern catamaran. Sit back and admire the small white houses of the island as your vessel pulls away from dock. Relax and enjoy the sea breeze and take snaps of the views as your catamaran cuts through the waves of the Aegean Sea. As you sail, enjoy unlimited traditional Mykonos wine. After a short journey across the north part of the island, continue to the archeological site of Delos. Enjoy a short stop in front of Delos where you can take pictures of the site from the vessel as your guide explains the history of the island. Then, sail to the nearby island of Rhenia and drop anchor in a small beautiful cove with crystal clear turquoise water. Take some time for swimming or snorkeling while the crew prepares your delicious lunch, which you will enjoy onboard. On the journey back, see some of the picturesque windmills on the island and Mykonos town. If you’ve chosen the sunset cruise, relax and enjoy a beautiful golden sunset. Take some photos and watch as the sun goes down over the horizon. Lastly, dock back at the port and finish your tour with drop-off at your hotel.

Visit the rocky uninhabited island of Delos. Despite its small size, Delos was considered one of the most sacred of all islands in ancient Greek culture. Enjoy 3 hours of free time on the island or for a more complete experience, hire a private professional guide upon arrival, or join a group tour before moving on. Next, go to the famous island of Mykonos where you will have another 3 hours of free time. It is recommended that you use this time to explore Mykonos Town. Walk to Little Venice, wander in the picturesque alleys, and climb the hill with the windmills and enjoy the spectacular views. After your free time on the island, you will return to Paros in the early evening.

Embarkation time is at 9:30 AM. You will be picked up by complimentary shuttle transportation to reach the embarkation point. One of the cruise representatives will greet you and give you an overview of the cruise itinerary and important safety information. Then, set sail towards the southern coastline to see the stunning beaches protected from the strong winds known as meltemi. Cruise past the golden sands of Ornos, Psarou, Platis Gialos, Paranga and Paradise Beach. Drop anchor for an hour to swim off a selected beach. Continue to the uninhabited islet of Rhenia, only accessible by yacht. Dive into the turquoise waters for a relaxing swim. Make use of the provided snorkeling gear to explore the underwater world, or relax on the boat and top up your tan on the comfortable deck cushions. On board lunch will be ready with a variety of traditional Greek flavors served with a Mediterranean-style buffet, and a selection of complimentary wine, beers, and soft drinks. After approximately 2 hours spent in the untouched islet of Rhenia, at 3:00 PM you sail back to Mykonos. On the way you will cross Delos island and admire from the water the famous archaeological site. You arrive back at approximately 4:00 PM where complimentary shuttle transportation will be waiting for you. Your guides will say goodbye in the Greek way with a farewell drink toast.