The Light of Mykonos - Private Guided Tour of Mykonos town & Delos Islet (6H)

Type of tour: 
Private Tours
Duration: 
Full day
Licenced guide: 
Upon request
Theme: 
Greek Island Experience, Sightseeing, Walking Tours

100% GUARANTEED PUNCTUAL RETURN TO PORT

Trip advisor rating: 5 stars

Mykonos is one of the most, if not the most, famous Cycladic Island of the Aegean Sea.

Lying in the heart of the Aegean, yet very close to Athens, Mykonos offers a variety of activities aimed to satisfy your heart's every desire. The highlight of the island is NOT only the island itself; next to Mykonos stands the islet of Delos! This is a MUST DO - take a boat, avoiding the crowds, and visit the birthplace of God Apollo, the God of light! You will be able to visit the brightest spot in all the Mediterranean, literally! After all, this is why the complex of the Cycladic Islands is called so since it forms a circle around Delos.

Along with your local Expert guide explore one of the most fascinating ancient sanctuaries in Greece. The site of Delos is explored on foot. So, wear comfortable shoes and don't forget your hat and plenty of sunblock! 

After the guided tour, return to Mykonos and stroll at your own leisure through the winding alleys, shopping at the world-renowned boutiques and taking pictures of the picturesque blue and white vaulted houses and churches.

 

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From 125.00 €/person
The highlights 
  • The tour will begin as soon as you are picked up from your ship and taken to the small port, from where the boats to Delos depart. After a 30-minute boat trip, you will reach the island of Delos.
  • In 1990, UNESCO inscribed Delos on the World Heritage List, citing it as the "exceptionally extensive and rich" archaeological site which "conveys the image of a great cosmopolitan Mediterranean port".
  • Feel like an ancient pilgrim as you visit, among others, the remains of the Temples of Apollo, the sanctuary of his twin sister Artemis.
  • Explore the old city and the theatre and then, walk down the sacred 164-foot-long Avenue of the Lions. This is one of the most imposing spots on Delos. The five Naxian marble beasts crouch on their haunches, their forelegs stiffly upright, vigilant guardians of the Sacred Lake where the mother of Apollo, Leto, gave birth to him and his sister. These are replicas; the originals are in the museum.
  • Then walk to the museum of Delos, where you can admire the Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic and Roman sculptures, a collection of vessels from all periods as well as small items of everyday use.
  • At the end of the tour you will return by boat back to the island of Mykonos. There you will enjoy some free time to explore sights of Mykonos like the numerous windmills, Little Venice and the old port.
  • Spend time at your own leisure to dine, shop or walk around Mykonos Chora.
Important Details 

Included:

  • English-speaking tour director
  • Mobile contact number for any emergency available 24/7


Not included:

  • Guided tour by certified tourist guide by the Greek Ministry of Tourism at Delos islet (upon request)
  • Drinks, snacks, appetizers, lunch
  • Entrance fees
  • Boat tickets to Delos Islet
  • Gratuities


Admission
general admission Delos: 12€ per person
reduced ticket: 6€ senior citizens with EU passport
                         Non European citizens up to 25 years old

free of charge: students with EU student ID and under 25 years old
                         Children non European citizens under 5 years old


boat fare for Delos: 20€ (round trip) - 10€ under 12 years old

 

Good to know:

ONLY CERTIFIED TOURIST GUIDES BY THE GREEK MINISTRY OF TOURISM MAY CONDUCT TOURS WITHIN ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES & MUSEUMS IN GREECE

THE ORDER OF TOUR EVENTS MAY VARY FOR YOUR OWN CONVENIENCE SO AS TO AVOID THE CROWDS

Cancellation Policy 

General conditions:

Except otherwise stated, tours, packages or any service canceled without due notice within three (3) days prior to your service confirmed date, there will be no refund.

Any cancellation made within seven (7) – four (4) days prior to your service confirmed date, there will be a 25% charge for services.

In the case of cancelation more than seven (7) days prior to your service confirmed date, there will be a 50% charge for services

For cancellations more than twenty (20) days prior to the tour, there will be a full refund (no charge).

For any cancelations due to bad weather conditions leading to a change in the cruise ship itinerary, there will be a full refund (no charge).

In all of the above cases, bank expenses or administration fees that might occur for the refund will be deducted from the amount.

 

Cancellations can only be made by confirmed email communication.

 

No servant or agent of ours can vary our conditions and any such purposed variation shall be of no effect unless it has been signed by one of our directors.

 

All matters concerning this booking shall be subject to Greek Law.

 

 

Small group tours:

Each tour operates to sufficient demand. The Travel Insiders reserves the right to cancel scheduled tours due to limited participation or other reasons beyond our control two (2) weeks before the date of the tour.

In such case, no compensation will be paid or requested from The Travel Insiders. In the event of “Places of Interest” being closed or road conditions en-route prevent the tour as advertised being operated, every endeavor will be made to substitute an alternative, but the company reserves the right to cancel or alter arrangements.

Once the group reaches the minimum number of participants (8 participants) you will receive an email notification two (2) weeks prior to tour confirming that the itinerary of your choice will be conducted as planned.

If there is not enough participation (minimum 8 participants), you will be notified via email, in which case you can alternatively book a private tour at a special price, or if you prefer, you will be fully refunded.

 

Cancellations can only be made by confirmed email communication.