Paros to Delos & Rhenia Private Cruise: Beaches & Ruins

Step ashore narrow stone streets and swim in the turquoise calm of Skinos bay

A private cruise from Paros visits the UNESCO World Heritage archaeological site of Delos, where Apollo was born according to Greek mythology, then anchors at Rhenia's Skinos beach, known as Blue Lacuna, for swimming and snorkeling. The eight-hour tour includes snacks, drinks, snorkeling gear and towels. A professional guide to the Delos ruins is available on request, and you return to Little Venice in Paros at sunset.

Step-by-step itinerary

Cruise from Paros to Mykonos

• Depart from Paros by boat
• Arrive at Delos island
• Optional guided tour of Delos archeological site
• Depart Delos for Rhenia island
• Swim and relax at Skinos beach
• Explore more Rhenia beaches and sunbathe
• Optional walk in Mykonos narrow streets
• Enjoy sunset at Little Venice

The experience

The boat departs Paros and crosses to Delos, the holy island where ancient Greeks believed Apollo and Artemis were born. The ruins spread across the island (temples, theaters, mosaics) are among the Mediterranean's most intact archaeological sites. A professional guide can walk you through the history on request. Otherwise you explore at your own pace. The visit is unhurried enough to sit with the scale of what you're standing in.

From Delos the boat moves to Rhenia, a neighboring island with no permanent settlement and a string of beaches that see few visitors. Skinos beach, called Blue Lacuna for its water color, is the first stop. You swim, snorkel in the shallows, and dry off on golden sand. The captain then takes you to other Rhenia beaches (Lygia, Glyfada, Strada, Lia, Ambelia) depending on the wind and your mood, giving you time to move between them or stay put. Snacks and drinks (beer, wine, soft drinks, fresh fruit) are available throughout the day.

On the return to Paros, the boat passes through Little Venice, the harborside neighborhood where the streets narrow to stone alleys and the light flattens across the water at the end of the day. You can step ashore to walk around before the boat heads back, or stay aboard. The tour runs eight hours total.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment and towels.
• fresh fruit and snacks.
• unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks.
• captain and fuel surcharge.
• professional English-speaking guide to the Delos archaeological site available on request.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 14 Apr 2027

Book up to6h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

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.

Paid on site€ 12

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Don Blue Yachting

Is this one for you?Book this private cruise if you want the boat and the day to yourselves: no shared seating, no strangers' schedules. The combination of ancient ruins and empty beaches in one trip works because the boat moves between them. You're not choosing one or the other.

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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 the Delos archaeological site like, and how much time do you spend there?

Delos is a UNESCO World Heritage site where the ruins of temples, theaters and homes from ancient Greece lie largely intact across the island. According to mythology, it's where Apollo and Artemis were born. You have time to walk the site. A professional guide is available on request to explain the history and layout, otherwise you explore on your own.

Can you swim and snorkel on this tour?

Yes. The boat anchors at Skinos beach on Rhenia (known as Blue Lacuna for its turquoise water), where you can swim and snorkel. Snorkeling equipment and towels are provided. The captain may also take you to other Rhenia beaches (Lygia, Glyfada, Strada, Lia, Ambelia) where you can swim again.

What food and drinks are included?

Fresh fruit, snacks, beer, wine and soft drinks are included throughout the day. The captain provides them on the boat.

Is there a guide on the boat, and what language does the guide speak?

A captain is included on every cruise. A professional guide who speaks English is available on request to lead a tour of the Delos archaeological site. This is an add-on you can arrange when you book.

When do you see the sunset, and where?

On the return to Paros, the boat passes through Little Venice (the harborside neighborhood with narrow stone streets) as the sun sets over the Aegean. You can step ashore to walk the streets or stay on the boat.