Delos & Rhenia Islands Private Cruise from Mykonos

Delos is a UNESCO site you reach by boat, not by road, and the return trip includes three hours anchored off an uninhabited island.

A full-day private sailing cruise from Mykonos combines a guided visit to Delos, one of Greece's most important archaeological sites, with swimming and snorkeling at the secluded beaches of Rhenia island. The boat departs Mykonos at 9 a.m., sails for an hour to Delos where you can explore the museum and ruins or relax on deck, then crosses to Rhenia for lunch, wine and water time before returning by 3 p.m. A sunset departure option runs until dusk.

The experience

Mykonos New Port is where the cruise begins at 9 a.m., with an hour's sail to Delos island. On the way, you can help with the boat if you want (holding ropes and steering), or simply stretch out on deck with the sun and views. Once there, you choose: visit the archaeological site and museum, or stay aboard with a cool drink and swimming in clear water. Either way, you're standing in front of one of the Aegean's most significant ancient ruins, a UNESCO world heritage landmark that most visitors reach only by organized boat.

After Delos, the boat crosses a narrow strait to Rhenia, an uninhabited island where you'll spend around three hours. This is the swimming and snorkeling half of the day: the water is transparent enough to see the seafloor, and the bays and coves are largely empty. Lunch happens on board (local specialties and chilled Greek wine), so you're eating while anchored off a beach with no crowds, no vendors, no infrastructure at all. Snorkeling gear and stand-up paddle boards are included, so you can move between the water and the boat as the mood shifts.

The return to Mykonos arrives at 3 p.m. on the standard schedule, or you can book the sunset departure, which runs until dusk. Weather and wind conditions can change the route or destination on the day itself. The captain makes the final call for safety. A live English-speaking guide is on board throughout.

What’s included

• Beer, white wine, soft drinks and bottled water.
• lunch with local specialties.
• snorkeling equipment.
• stand-up paddle board use.
• coffee and tea.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 20 Mar 2027

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Mykonos Cruise / Zephyros Sailing

Is this one for you?Book the standard 9 a.m. departure if you want the full archaeological experience at Delos plus a long afternoon of swimming and snorkeling. Choose the sunset departure if you prefer to end the day watching the light change over the Aegean from the water.

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Top questions

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.

What is there to do on Delos island itself?

Delos holds an archaeological museum and the ruins of one of ancient Greece's most important sanctuaries. You can walk the site and explore the museum, or if you prefer, stay on the boat and swim instead. Both options are available on the same cruise.

How much time do you actually get to swim at Rhenia?

Around three hours anchored off Rhenia's beaches and coves, with snorkeling equipment and stand-up paddle boards available so you can move between the water and the boat.

Is lunch included, and what kind of food is it?

Lunch is included on board at Rhenia and features local specialties served with chilled Greek wine, beer, soft drinks and water throughout the day.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of the cruise?

The captain has full authority to change the route or destination based on wind and weather conditions for safety. Any alternative will be communicated to you when you board.

Can you bring your own snorkeling gear, or is it provided?

Snorkeling equipment is included with the cruise, along with stand-up paddle boards. You're welcome to bring your own if you prefer.