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Step off a short ferry from Mykonos and into a compact ancient city where marble streets, a 6,500-seat theater and the sanctuary of Apollo remain for visitors to explore. This guided tour offers a focused, 4–5 hour walking experience across one of Greece’s most important archaeological islands.
Step off a short ferry from Mykonos and into a compact ancient city where marble streets, a 6,500-seat theater and the sanctuary of Apollo remain for visitors to explore. This guided tour offers a focused, 4–5 hour walking experience across one of Greece’s most important archaeological islands.
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Operated by Delos Private Tours · Mykonos, South Aegean
The ferry chops the Aegean like a page being turned and, five minutes after the quay falls away, Delos rises as a scatter of marble and sky. Sun on stone, wind that seems determined to keep you moving—this is not a place for dawdling. Your guide leads across mosaic thresholds and through colonnaded streets where voices from the past still seem to echo.
moderate.
4–5 hours.
Moderate fitness required—continuous walking on uneven surfaces for several hours; not suitable for those with significant mobility issues.
Expect about 4–5 hours total on the tour; that includes walking between major ruins and time for explanation at key sites.
Admission to the archaeological site is typically separate from the tour and ferry tickets are usually purchased from Mykonos—confirm inclusion when you book.
No—the island has uneven stone surfaces, steps and limited ramped access; the tour is not recommended for those with significant walking problems or wheelchairs.
There are virtually no services on Delos—pack snacks and water; planned breaks are limited, so eat beforehand or bring provisions.
Delos was considered the mythic birthplace of Apollo and Artemis and became a wealthy sanctuary, trade hub and slave market during Classical and Roman times.
Delos is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with strict rules to protect fragile mosaics and ruins—stick to paths, avoid touching structures and follow guide instructions.
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