Take a trip back in time on the island of Delos. Explore the archeological site with a guide and marvel at exceptionally well-preserved monuments.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Vouchers must be exchanged for tickets.
- Duration 5 hours
- Starting time 9:20 AM
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, French, Italian, Spanish
Experience
Highlights
- Explore the ancient site of Delos with a knowledgeable guide
- Visit the archeological museum and learn more about the island's history
- Travel in comfort on the only boat from Mykonos to Delos
Full description
This 5-hour tour begins with a sea bus ride from the new port of Mykonos to the old port. This is followed by a 30-minute boat ride from Mykonos to Delos.
Once you arrive on Delos you’ll receive an introduction to the ancient and sacred site. With your guide, you’ll explore the narrow city streets.
Marvel at the impressive house of Dionysus and the exceptional mosaics, well-preserved marble columns and wall paintings. See other monuments in the urban area, including the Theater of Delos.
Take a walk along the main street to the market and the sanctuary zone. Here you’ll find the Stoa of Phillipe, the Propylaia, the Colossus of the Naxians and the Temple of Apollo.
Visit the archeological museum and see exhibits on the island’s major historical periods. Enjoy some free time to further explore the museum on your own and to hunt for souvenirs in the museum shop.
Includes
- Round-trip sea bus ticket
- Round-trip Delos boat ticket
- Tour guide on Delos
- Entrance fees to the ancient sacred city
- Wireless tour guide system
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Meeting point
Meeting point varies depending on option booked.
Important information
What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Water
- Face mask or protective covering
Not allowed
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
- The sea bus stop is located near the cruise ship disembarkation point. A sea bus runs every 10 minutes
- Pick your preferred language option from the following schedule:
- English: Daily at 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM
- French: Thursday at 10:00 AM
- Italian: Wednesday at 10:00 AM
- The 'skip-the-line' benefit only refers to the entrance to the archaeological site
- You can buy cold bottled water or other refreshing drinks and snacks on the vessels
- The minimum number of participants required for the tour to take place is 8. In the unlikely case that the tour is canceled because of low participation, you will be informed accordingly so you can reschedule or get a refund
- Loss or damage of the wireless tour guide system will incur a penalty of 70 EUR
