Duration
3–4 hours on Delos
Difficulty
Moderate
From
$50
Best Time
April–October
About This Experience
Take the 30-minute boat from Mykonos Town to the sacred island of Delos — birthplace of Apollo and Artemis in Greek mythology, one of the most important archaeological sites in the Mediterranean, and an uninhabited island completely frozen in time at the height of Hellenistic civilization.
Highlights
1
The Temple of Apollo — the most important sanctuary in ancient Greece2
The Terrace of the Lions — 5 original marble lions from 600 BC3
The House of Dionysus with perfectly preserved floor mosaics4
The Sacred Lake — birthplace of Apollo5
No other permanent residents — the island is entirely archaeologicalWhat's Included
Boat from Mykonos Town and back
Delos archaeological site entrance
Licensed archaeologist guide
What to Bring
Sturdy shoes (no heels on ancient stones)Sunscreen and hat (no shade on the island)Lots of waterCamera
Best Time to Go
April–October. Go early morning to beat tour groups.
Why book with WDC?
Personal advisor handles all logistics
Best local operators, vetted by our team
Flexible rescheduling if plans change
One point of contact for your whole trip