
Ancient Delos
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$99
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Meet your guide at the Mykonos port and take a 35-minute boat ride to the UNESCO world heritage site on the ancient island of Delos. UNESCO sites are selected and approved based on their value as the best examples of human creative genius, Delos, the birthplace of the immortals doesn't disappoint. Once on the island, your English-speaking guide will take on a 2-hour 15 minute tour through the entire ancient city with its market places, the public squares, the Temple of Apollo, the sanctuary of Artemis, the old town, and the amphitheater, and will walk you down the celebrated Lion Street. You will also visit the museum of Delos and admire the Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic and Roman Sculptures, and a collection of vessels from all the periods. Ancient stones found on the grounds indicate that Delos has been inhabited since the 3rd millennium BC. At the end of your tour and before you board the boat to return to Mykonos, you have some free time to take photos on the site before departing. Please consider your comfort while on Dalos; bring a hat, water, comfortable walking shoes, and sunscreen. Please Note: The entrance fee to Delos Island is not included, and can be paid directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour for 8 EUR. There is also fee of 5 EUR per person (not included) for the wireless tour guide system, also known as WHISPERS, which must be paid to the operator on the day of the tour.
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Mykonos, Greece Information
Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades.
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We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled walking shoes. Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses are also recommended as it can get very hot on Delos. Please have your knees and shoulders covered if visiting a religious site.
300 minutes