Delos and Mykonos Day Cruise: Archaeological Site Tour

Three hours among Apollo's ruins, then four hours wandering Mykonos

A day cruise from Naxos visits Delos, an island archaeological site sacred to Apollo, with three hours to walk the ruins and temples. Then sails to Mykonos for four hours to explore the town, Little Venice and the waterfront. The boat departs Naxos port and returns the same day. Delos entrance fee (12 euros per person) is separate. Hotel pickup outside the main route incurs an extra charge quoted on request.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Delos and Mykonos islands

• Depart from Naxos port
• Arrive at Delos island
• Explore Delos archaeological site
• Travel to Mykonos island
• Walk through Mykonos streets
• Visit Little Venice area
• Shop in Mykonos

The experience

The boat leaves Naxos port and reaches Delos after 45 minutes. You have three hours to walk the archaeological site: temples, mosaics, and the remains of the ancient sanctuary dedicated to Apollo. The museum is closed for restoration through summer 2024, so the focus is the open-air ruins themselves. Half an hour's sail brings you to Mykonos, where you dock for four hours.

On Mykonos, the time is yours to spend. Walk the narrow streets lined with shops, find Little Venice where the old houses sit at the water's edge, or sit at a waterfront café. There's no fixed itinerary or guide narration once you're ashore. You move at your own pace and return to the boat by the departure time the crew gives you at the start of the day.

The full day runs about ten hours from port to port. Delos entrance costs 12 euros per person and is paid on arrival. If your hotel or villa sits outside the main pickup route, the operator can arrange round-trip transfer from Naxos port, with the cost quoted based on your location. Infants travel free on an adult's lap. Proof of vaccination or a rapid test is required to enter Delos. Children aged 4–16 can use a self-test.

What’s included

• Cruise from Naxos to Delos and Mykonos.
• three hours on the Delos archaeological site.
• four hours on Mykonos to explore the town and waterfront.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 2 May 2027

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (3 to 9 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 100

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 16 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfants must sit on laps

Operated by MTM Experiences

Is this one for you?If you speak English or another language and want the site explained as you walk, confirm the guide language when you book: the tour operates as a shared cruise with no narration unless a guide is assigned. If you prefer to explore Delos and Mykonos at your own pace without commentary, this cruise suits you as is.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 9 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the boat ride from Naxos to Delos?

The crossing takes 45 minutes. After three hours on Delos, the boat sails for another half hour to reach Mykonos.

What can I see and do on Delos?

Delos is an open-air archaeological site with temples, mosaics and ruins from the ancient sanctuary of Apollo. The museum is closed for restoration in summer 2024, so you explore the outdoor ruins and walk among the remains of the ancient city. Three hours is the time allocated for the site.

What is there to do during the four hours on Mykonos?

Mykonos has no scheduled activities. You explore on your own. Walk the town's narrow streets and shops, visit Little Venice where old houses line the waterfront, or sit at a café. You return to the boat by the time the crew specifies at the start of the day.

Is the Delos entrance fee included in the cruise price?

No. Delos entrance costs 12 euros per person, paid when you arrive at the site. The cruise fare covers the boat and transport only.

Do I need any documents to board this cruise?

Yes. Proof of vaccination or a rapid COVID test is required to enter Delos. Children aged 4–16 may use a self-test instead.

What if my hotel is not near the main pickup route?

The operator can arrange round-trip transfer from Naxos port to your hotel or villa. The cost depends on your location and is quoted separately when you book.