Combo Sailing Yacht Cruise to Rhenia Island & Guided Tour of Delos (7hrs)
Country: Greece, Region: Cyclades, City: Mykonos Island
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Tour Information
Visit with licensed guide the natural insular archaeological site of Delos and enjoy swimming & snorkeling to a secluded cove off the uninhabited island of Rhenia on a 7-hour sailing cruise with a yummy lunch and complimentary drinks. Experience the great combo of leisure and history in one single day. Discover why sailing is the ultimate way to experience Mykonos, famously known as the "Island of Winds".
Tour Description
Meeting time at the embarkation point at 09:00am.
Your sailing experience starts once you meet us at the sailing yacht (pick-up and drop-off shuttle service is optional and available upon your request, after booking). One of our cruise representatives will greet you and give you an overview of the cruise itinerary.
Once an overview of the sailing yacht and important safety information are introduced by the crew, we set sail heading to Rhenia & Delos islands, the center of the Cyclades and located few miles south-west of Mykonos.
As we sail, gaze out at the beautiful scenery and the remarkable crystal blue water of the Aegean Sea, chilling out to the tunes of your choice and relaxing as you sunbathe on deck.
After approximately 1 hour sailing, we will arrive at the untouched island of Rhenia, separated from the sacred island of Delos by just a small strait. Dropped anchor in the idyllic bay surrounded by crystal clear turquoise waters and with gold sandy beach, indulge yourself in the refreshing sea for swimming and snorkeling by the yacht swimming ladder (pier facilities or tendering ashore are not available). Lunch on board is ready. It is either a specially made Italian pasta with Greek flavored dressing instantly cooked on board and Greek salad or a local Mediterranean style buffet and juicy seasonal fruits. A selection of complimentary house wine and soft drinks are also offered.
After approximately 2 hours spent in the untouched islet of Rhenia, the next stop is Delos Island, one of the most important archaeological sites of Greek history for our Licensed Guided Tour. We spend about 1½ hour with our professional English-speaking guide and about 30 minutes free time exploring the UNESCO-listed Island of Delos, visiting the museum, walking up Mount Kynthos (367 feet high) and admiring the staggering array of ancient ruins. According to mythology, Delos is the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, and the sanctuary to both gods serves as the center of a large Hellenistic city of about 30.000 inhabitants.
We are ready at 04:00 pm to sail back to Mykonos. Arrival is scheduled by 05:00 pm and we will say goodbye in the Greek way with a farewell drink toast and returning home full of euphoria for having shared with you our Greece, whose destiny is bound to the sea and sailing is the best way to experience it.
Tour Activities
COMBO CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS:
• Discover the sacred island of Delos with Licensed English-Speaking Guide
• Swim and snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the uninhabited Rhenia Island
• Savour a lunch of Greek flavours cooked on board with fresh ingredients and juicy local fruits
• Treat your thirst with house wine and soft drinks offered complimentary
• Experience the friendly and attentive atmosphere of our crew and feel like your home
• Stay connected with free use of Wi-Fi on board
• Select our pick-up & drop-off shuttle transportation for a stress-free getaway
Tour Includes
• Sailing yacht for 7 hours + crew
• Licensed English-Speaking Guide at the archaeological site of Delos (approx. 1½ hr disposal)
• Lunch freshly cooked on board
• Complimentary white and rosé house wine, soft drinks, bottled water and instant coffee/ tea
• Complimentary snorkeling gear (mask with snorkel and fins) and floating noodles
• Farewell shot drink
• Free Wi-Fi
• All safety equipment
• Fuel
• Taxes
Tour Excludes
• Pick-up & drop-off shuttle service (optional & available upon request after booking)
• Entrance fees at the archaeological site of Delos (Euro 20,00 per person payable by cash on site)
• Wireless radio device for the guided tour of Delos *complimentary if provided and subject to fees for
any loss or damage
• Beach towel (available for rental on board)
• Gratuities at your discretion
Tour Note
NOTES:
• Good health is necessary to take part to the sailing cruise
• Cases of pregnancy, mobility and health issues must be advised before reservation and are subject to reconfirmation
so to assure a safe participation of the passenger on cruise
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• Children aged under 2 years old are complimentary
• Number of guests may vary according to the size and type of sailing yacht allocated and to the current weather
conditions so as to ensure a safe and comfortable sailing experience.
DETAILS ON MEETING POINT:
The meeting time at the embarkation point is at 09:00am.
The meeting point is subject to change and to be confirmed the day before, depending on the current weather conditions and on the finalized embarkation point. You will be able to recognize one of the cruise representatives and crew by their t-shirt or sign saying 'Sunfos Alessia Yachting'.
Pick-up and drop-off shuttle service is optional and available on additional charge upon your request, after booking. Transfers will be arranged either from/ to your hotel or a designated meeting point depending on the location of your accommodation. Please contact us after booking, if required.
GOOD TO KNOW:
Mykonos is nicknamed “Island of Winds”. The Cyclades - the complex of islands where Mykonos belongs to - have been geographically shaped from the phenomenon of wind called “Meltemi”. Every summer the low barometric pressure from the Balkans clashes with the higher hot blasts from Africa and in this way the north wind of “Meltemi” is formed. Thus, the wind in Mykonos is completely normal and part of the lifestyle of both locals and visitors. It will ultimately leave its mark on your own Mykonos holiday album. According to the weather during the cruise, the selected beaches for swimming are the most protected ones and less windy. After all, this is also the experience of being on a sailing yacht, setting the sails to the wind needed as it is the primary engine power. Occasionally during the season there might not be enough wind or the convenient wind direction to set sails and only in such cases, the sailing route will be motorized.
HEALTH & SAFETY:
Our sailing yachts are fully equipped with all the necessary safety measures and tools required by the Greek Law, such as life jackets, life raft & first aid kit. The safety of our guests is our No1 priority and our dedicated land-based and onboard teams are always available to assist you in order to ensure a safe and enjoyable sailing experience.
IMPORTANT NOTICE DUE TO COVID- 19:
We are ready to greet you on board under a Covid-friendly environment complied with the public health protocol that you can review by clicking: https://www.sunfosalessiayachting.gr/covid-19