Mykonos

Steeped in Greek mythological history, Mykonos was named after Apollo’s grandson, Mykons, and was the location of the grand battle between Zeus and the Gigantes. Today, this Cycladic island is one of Greece’s most adored destinations due to its picture- postcard setting and growing nightlife. Mykonos is a superb example of Cycladic architecture, and by law even new buildings have to be built in the same style of whitewashed, organic, cube-like buildings.

The following Shore Excursions are available for this port on this cruise, and may be reserved beginning 180 days before the cruise begins.

The Island of Delos
Tour Code: MYK-002
Duration: 3 1/2 hours
Retail Value: $99.00
Price: Free

After a 10-minute coach transfer, guests will board the local ferry (caique) for a 40-minute sailing ride to Delos; the island of light, and the mythical birthplace of the God Apollo and Goddess Artemis. In Greek, Delos means "what appears" and according to mythology, the island appeared amid the waves, so that Leto would have a place to give birth to Apollo and Artemis.

The island is covered with ruins, fallen columns, sections of the famous mosaics which once adorned the houses of the rich, a stadium and tiers of seats from a theater. Among these ruins, five marble lions stand in a row. Other interesting monuments spread over a wide area are the Agora, the treasures of the various cities, the Sanctuary of Apollo, the theater, the Sanctuary of the Foreign Gods and the Sacred Mount Cynthus. On your return to Mykonos, you can either stroll on your own in the picturesque narrow streets of Chora, or return to the ship.

Please note: This tour involves approximately 2 hours of extensive walking over uneven surfaces. There is limited shade at the site. Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen and a hat are recommended.

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Terms & Conditions:

Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tours operate rain or shine. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.