Delos Day Trip from Mykonos

Uncover the archeological drama of Delos on a half-day tour from Mykonos! With an expert local guide, cruise over the sea to the UNESCO-listed sacred island, and explore its main excavation site on a walking tour. Hear all about the island in the days of Ancient Greece, and admire highlights of the excavations including the Terrace of the Lions, House of Dionysus, Archeological Museum of Delos and more. An upgrade is also available to include hotel pickup and drop-off from Mykonos hotels.

2-Day Mykonos Experience from Athens

Kick back and relax on an overnight trip to Mykonos, an idyllic Greek island with a reputation as the Aegean party capital! Relax by the beach, discover rustic architecture in island villages such as Little Venice or perhaps visit the nearby UNESCO-listed island of Delos. The trip is independent, meaning no activities, excursions or meals are included - just ample free time to explore at your own pace and expense. A round-trip ferry crossing from Piraeus Port in Athens is included, as well as overnight accommodation in your choice of 3- or 4-star hotel.

Terrace of the Lions, Delos

The famous Terrace of the Lions is a signature image of Delos, as key to the island as the whitewashed windmills of Mykonos.

The Terrace of the Lions was dedicated to Apollo in around 600 BC. Originally, there were up to a dozen big squatting guardian cats lining the Sacred Way; today, only seven remain. The lions have grown weathered with time and the elements, and only their tapering feline shapes suggest their original appearance. Lined up in a row, they sit atop pillars of brick and rubble, looking over the site.

The lions are replicas, with the originals preserved in the site’s museum, a short walk east of the terrace near the visitor pavilion.

You can also see one of the lions in Venice, guarding the entrance to the Arsenale shipyards. The terrace is part of the sprawling archaeological site of Ancient Delos, on the island’s northwest coast. It sits in front of the rectangular Agora of the Italians, south of the Sacred Lake where Leto gave birth to Apollo. Between the terrace and the sea lies the temple of Poseidon.

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Paradise Beach, Mykonos

After a day relaxing on the sand or jet-skiing through the water, Paradise Beach is where holiday makers come to party when the sun goes down.

During the day, you can rent an umbrella and beach lounge, and make the most of the beach’s bar service. At night, there are a couple of restaurants in town, but it’s the pumping music played by beach club DJs that draws the mostly young crowds.

Paradise Beach is fine for the family during the day, but the scene turns loud and sexy after dark. Don’t come here to sleep! As well as the beach dance floor, there’s the famous Paradise Club all-night party megaclub, that’s been a favorite rave scene since 1993.

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Little Venice, Mykonos

Little Venice is a tiny quarter of trendy boutiques, churches and whitewashed fishermen’s houses lining the seafront in Mykonos’ Old Town. Flowering bougainvillea adds a touch of crimson to the bright white walls, and wooden balconies painted in trademark Grecian colors of blue and rust hang over the narrow streets.

Just south of the Old Jetty at the entrance to Little Venice, stands the rocklike Church of Panagia Paraportiani, while the town’s iconic row of hilltop windmills overlook the quarter. Come to Little Venice at dusk to capture postcard shots of a Mykonos sunset, and stay on into the evening at a waterfront taverna.

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7-Night Sailing Adventure in the Greek Islands from Santorini to Mykonos

Venture from Santorini to Mykonos on a 7-night sailing adventure through the Greek Cycaldes, a chain of enchanting islands scattered around the Aegean Sea.

The budget-friendly cruise takes place aboard a small yacht, allowing you to help out the crew and try your hand at sailing in between island visits. Dock each night in Santorini, Ios, Amorgos, Naxos and Mykonos as well as a lesser-known island in the archipelago, and make the most of ample free time to swim in the sea and discover villages typified by sugar-cube houses and sun-drenched scenery.

Numbers are limited to nine on this small-group sailing adventure, ensuring a personalized experience.

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10-Day Greek Islands Tour: Small-Group Cyclades Islands Sail from Santorini

Ever dreamed of sailing the Greek islands? This fabulous Greece adventure takes you around the world-renowned Cyclades Islands -- one of the six groups of Greek islands -- in 10 glorious days. Starting in Santorini, travel to Ios, Amorgos, Small Cyclades, Naxos, Syros, Mykonos, Sifnos and Folegandros. 

Admire the picturesque scenery as you float on the turquoise Mediterranean waters, and dock to explore ancient towns, delight in fresh Greek food, and immerse yourself in Greek culture during guided tours and free time. From laid-back islands like Small Cyclades to the vibrant holiday mecca of Mykonos, there's something for everyone on this 10-day sailing odyssey.

This small-group tour is limited to just eight people, meaning you'll enjoy a much more personalized, intimate Greek Islands experience.

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7-Night Aegean Greek Islands and Turkey Cruise from Athens

Soak up the splendor of the Aegean Greek Islands and Turkey's so-called Turquoise Coast on this unforgettable 7-night independent cruise from Athens! Cruising on a small-sized motor sail boat, explore gorgeous islands cast like jewels in the Aegean waters, and visit Kusadasi in Turkey where the jaw-dropping classical ruins of Ephesus beckon. Spend three nights at sea and stay overnight on your boat in Patmos, Mykonos, Tinos and Athens. Plus, during your cruise, you set the pace: choose from a range of optional excursions or relax in any way you want.

Meet your guide and fellow group members on board your motor sail boat - the comfortable Panorama II. This intimately sized vessel sleeps 50 at most, ensuring you enjoy personalized service from your friendly crew. The boat offers spacious en-suite bedrooms plus an outdoor bar, below-deck lounge and expansive sun deck that's perfect for topping up your tan as you drift over the shimmering Aegean.

Your cruise focuses on the sublime Greek Island archipelagos of the Cyclades and Dodecanese, where rugged islands fringed by whitewashed towns and lovely bays cry out to be explored. Plus, your boat stops at Kusadasi on Turkey's Turquoise Coast, where an optional excursion to the magnificent ruins at Ephesus awaits.

Along the way, there's plenty of freedom to relax as you wish. Chill out on the sun deck and enjoy frequent stops to swim, and savor the buzzing nightlife, bars and restaurants of your destination. Apart from Day 1 and Day 8, two meals each day are included on board: starting with a delicious American buffet breakfast and then lunch or dinner. Day 7 is the exception, when all three meals are included. Two barbeque lunches served on deck are part of the package!

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7-Night Cruise in the Greek Cyclades Islands: Santorini, Paros, Mykonos and Syros

Spend seven nights island-hopping around the stunning Greek Cyclades Islands on this incredible cruise from Athens. Traveling aboard an intimately sized motor sail boat, enjoy attentive service from a crew of 20 while exploring the archipelago, scattered around the Aegean Sea between Athens and Crete. Spend two nights at sea, followed by overnight stays on board your boat in the heart of Santorini, Paros, Mykonos, Syros and Athens.

Choose to enjoy excursions, or simply soak up the sun and sublime scenery on your own; it's the stuff that Greek island dreams are made of.

Meet your friendly crew and fellow passengers on board your motor sail boat – the handsome Galileo. The intimately sized vessel sleeps a maximum of 50 with a crew of 20 – ensuring personalized service for the seven nights of your cruise. The smaller size of the Galileo also means that you are able to dock in the heart of each destination, alongside private mega yachts and near to the nightlife – something that the larger cruise liners struggle to offer.

After familiarizing yourself with the boat and meeting the crew, cruise counter clockwise around the Cyclades islands – a cluster of idyllic rocky islands lapped by the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea. Spend your first two nights at sea, stopping to visit Poros and Folegandros during the day, and then enjoy overnight stays and daytimes at leisure on Santorini, Paros, Mykonos, Syros and then back in mainland Greece in Athens.

Your 7-night cruise is totally independent, so all activities and excursions are payable at your own expense. Pre-arranged excursions are on offer on Paros, the sacred island of Delos and Santorini, should you wish to do them. Excluding Day 1 and Day 8, two meals each day are included on board your boat – a full American breakfast and then either lunch or dinner. Fun meals like a BBQ on deck and a Greek party night are part of the package!

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5 Nights in the Greek Islands from Athens: Santorini, Mykonos and Syros

Go island hopping in Greece on an unforgettable 5-day tour from Athens, taking in the islands of Syros, Mykonos and Santorini. In between ferry cruises from one island to the next, enjoy free time to soak up the islands' seductive scenery: lazing on beaches, exploring whitewashed towns and basking under the blazing sun - sunglasses are a necessity in this part of Greece, not just a fashion statement!

Enjoy 3- or 5-star hotel accommodation on the islands, with overnight stays in Syros and Mykonos, followed by two nights in romantic Santorini.

Leave the city bustle of Athens behind, and set out to explore three of the most exciting islands in the Greek Cyclades archipelago - a cluster of small islands and rocky outcrops adrift in the Aegean Sea. Before you arrive, you will receive the different sailing times and your hotel details throughout your 5-day tour. All activities, lunches and dinners on the islands are at your own expense.

Start with an overnight stay in Syros, the capital of the Cyclades Islands, and get your first taste for Greek island life in a place that's totally off the tourist trail; it's an island that's popular with Greeks rather than the traveling masses. Contrast the ambiance with an overnight stay in the party island of Mykonos -- known for its vibrant nightlife and cosmopolitan restaurants -- and then spend your last two nights in chic Santorini, where romance is a natural resource. Discover a quintessentially Greek landscape of whitewashed houses and bright blue domes, stacked into the cliffs overlooking Santorini's dramatic caldera (volcanic bay); prepare to be wooed.


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4-Day Mykonos Excursion

Enjoy all Mykonos has to offer, from beautiful sandy beaches to archaeological wonders to the extravagant nightlife!

The island of Mykonos is situated in the Cyclades complex and is arguably the most famous island due to its natural beauty, rich history and cosmopolitan lifestyle.

The island's landscape is a combination of bare rock, blinding white peasant architecture and, in contrast to its small size, numerous stretches of the most beautiful sandy beaches.

Whether you want to laze on the beach, immerse yourself in the island's rich history or dance the night away, Mykonos has it all!

Mykonos is world famous for its beautiful golden sandy beaches and clear blue waters. There is a beach here to suit every type of traveler, whether you want be part of the party crowd at Paradise beach with its 24 hour music or somewhere more peaceful like Kala Livadi. Looking to do a bit of Wind surfing? Head to Korfos or Ftelia.

Day two of your excursion you will be taken to Delos Island only a short boat ride from Mykonos. Delos, without a permanent population other than a myriad of ghosts, is an enchanting contrast to the relentless liveliness of modern Mykonos. The island is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece, and certainly the most important in the Cyclades.

If it's the nightlife of Mykonos you're after you can enjoy afternoon cocktails and chill out music in the picturesque setting of Little Venice or for something a little wilder, head downtown where a number of clubs are situated offering anything from transvestite techno to mainstream rock music.

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Mykonos Shore Excursion: Private Old Town Walking Tour

While you`re in port in Mykonos, head out on a private shore excursion to enjoy the best of the island, from traditional houses to historical wonders.

Explore the narrow streets of Mykonos' old town and Little Venice with your private tour guide, who will ensure that you receive personalized attention.

See interesting exhibits about Mykonos' past at the Folklore Museum, and enjoy free time to shop or get a bite to eat before heading back to the port.

When your cruise docks in the Mykonos port, explore the city on a private shore excursion and visit some of Mykonos' beautiful landmarks. Your private guide will be waiting to lead you to your own vehicle, in which you can relax before your walking tour begins.

From the yachting club, enjoy strolling through little alleys and narrow streets, surrounded by Mykonos' typical white-painted walls. Head toward Little Venice, where houses and cafes have been built directly at water level. From there, admire the views of the famous windmills, where the grain used to be milled for bread flour.

See Panagia Paraportiani church, typical Greek houses and numerous chapels. Visit the Folklore Museum to see interesting exhibits and discover the island??s past. End your walking tour at Manto Square, home of the statue of Manto Mavrogenous, who was a heroic figure of the Greek War of Independence.

Enjoy free time to shop, discover hidden alleyways or relax at a terrace bar and people-watch before you get back on your cruise ship.

Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your timely return to the Mykonos port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.

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