This legendary Cyclades island of Delos stands just a few miles southwest of Mykonos. The ceremonial solemnity of this ancient holy sanctuary will not leave you indifferent. The sheer size and importance of this UNESCO World Heritage site which covers over half of the island is thrilling in itself. From the Stoa of Antigonos, the Terrace of the Lions, to the carved marble animal statues, you will discover discovery, against a backdrop of the Aegean stretching to the horizon. The theatre steps on the hillside are a particularly good place from which to enjoy the expansive view.
Included Excursion
THE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE OF DELOS
Discover Delos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. Explore Europe's oldest and largest open-air archaeological site with ruins of houses, temples, and sanctuaries at the foot of Mount Cynthus. Visit the Apollonian sanctuary, the Terrace of the Lions, and the Theatre Quarter with its luxurious residences and Hellenistic mosaics. Wear comfortable walking shoes and sun protection for this on-foot tour. Note: The museum is closed for renovation.
Nicknamed “little Venice”, Mykonos is famous for its Alefkandra district where houses are built right on the water’s edge. Their multi-colored loggias are emblematic of this Cyclades island, as are the pelicans and windmills. You can get close up to the birds on the quaysides of the old port. Up on the hillside, you can see the windmill sails turning. In the cobbled streets of the pedestrian center, bougainvillea bedecks immaculate facades. As you weave in and out of the little streets, snatches of coastline will undoubtedly call you to the island’s beaches, the quietest of which can be found on the northern coast.
Included Excursion
WALKING TOUR OF MYKONOS
Follow your guide through Mykonos town's narrow streets. Stop at Paraportiani Church, a 15th-century marvel blending Byzantine, vernacular, traditional, and Western styles. Explore Little Venice's historic seafront houses. Wear comfortable shoes and sun protection.