Cruise to Mykonos and Delos from Paros Island

Our first stop is at the “navigable” Archaeological Museum of Delos. During those hours, you will have plenty of time to discover and admire the archaeological findings, of one of the biggest and most organized settlements of Ancient Greece. Delos Island is one of the biggest natural open archaeological sites, of such importance. Ιt is located at the north central side of Cyclades, on the west side of Mykonos and extents for 3,4 sq.km.In the ancient times, Delos was widely known as the birthplace of Apollo, but apart from a religious center, it was also developed as a commercial one. In the open archaeological site, private residences were discovered in a good condition, containing admirable mosaic floorings. The archaeological museum in Delos exhibits a great collection of statues, ceramic potteries, items of everyday use, jewelries and mosaics, well maintained. The archaeological island of Delos has been officially recognized in 1990, as an UNESCO Monument of World’s Heritage.

Our next stop is Mykonos, with a total duration of your tour on the island, being 3 hours and 30 minutes and you will have the opportunity to enjoy walking at the beautiful backstreets, the irresistible Small Venice (Mikri Venetia),visiting the windmills and many more sightseeing spots. You can also spend your free time on the island, by enjoying the local shops or the numerous restaurants & the cafeterias among the seaside. Mykonos was one of the first Greek islands, which developed tourism in the early 1960’s. Today, the nightlife of Mykonos is considered, as one of the most alive and active in Europe. The most known place of the island is the `Small Venice’ (Mikri Venetia), that was named that way due to the similarity with Venice of Italy. Mykonos produces small amounts of xinotiria (cheese) and a spicy soft cheese, called Kopanisti. Also, the delicious meat product of the island called Louza, as well as, the awarded almond pastries (amigdalota).