MYKONOS ISLAND- CYCLADES
MYKONOS TOWN – EXCURSION
Mykonos island can be a magnificent experience by having your own tour in the blue and white narrow streets and buildings. With the aid of a highly experienced guide you will be shown the island’s most famous sites and learn of its incredible history. On this excursion you can discover on a trip the inner island’s landscape and beaches. The compact harbor-town of Mykonos is an excellent example of Cycladic architecture that is uniquely preserved. Some of the highlights of the tour include stops at The Windmills, Little Venice and the iconic church of Paraportianni. The inner-island portion of the tour takes you on a scenic journey through the countryside and with a visit to the small village at the center of the island which is Ano Mera. There is the traditional village square which is bordered with outdoor tavernas and coffee shops, where you will also see the 16th century cathedral monastery of Panagia Tourliani.
DELOS BOAT TRIP EXCURSION
In this boat trip excursion, you can enjoy a fascinating and informative visit to the archaeological site of Delos. Famous as the celebrated birthplace of Apollo, the island’s vast expanse of ancient ruins marks the existence of what was once one of the most important spiritual, economic and commercial centers of its time. During the tour, you will visit the marble remains of the Temple of Apollo, the sanctuary of Artemis, walk the celebrated Avenue of Lions and stand at the center of the dramatic amphitheater. The tour is a visit to the island’s archaeological museum as well, which houses a collection of Archaic, Hellenistic, Roman and Classical sculptures and mosaics. Beautifully painted pottery and small bronze items that were used in everyday life are also on display.
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A morning departure with the Seajet catamaran will whisk you to Mykonos in only 20 minutes, where you can connect to local departure to Delos. Once on Delos, you will meet our guide and begin your tour.
Delos is the Sacred Island of Antiquity and the birthplace of Apollo. The entire island, all 5 square kilometers, is an archaeological monument, with remains of temples, houses, holy places and settlements dating back to the Neolithic period.
Following your guided tour of Delos, you will be transported by boat back to the cosmopolitan island of Mykonos, where you will have plenty of time on your own to enjoy the sights, do some shopping, or have a quick bite, or a leisurely lunch.