Mykonos Semi-Private Sailing Cruise

Welcome to Delos & Rhenia island "The small & the big Delos"

Visit with a guide to the natural insular archaeological site of Delos and enjoy swimming to a secluded cove off the uninhabited island of Rhenia on a 7-hour yacht cruise with a yummy light lunch and complimentary drinks. This cruise is a great combo of leisure and culture to spend in one day and...sailing is the best way to experience Mykonos nicknamed "The Island of Winds".

Description:

You will be picked up by our complimentary shuttle transportation to reach the embarkation point. One of our cruise representatives will greet you and give you an overview of the cruise itinerary.

Once an overview of the yacht and important safety information are introduced by the crew, at 09:30 am we set sail heading to Rhenia and Delos islands, the center of the Cyclades and located a few miles southwest 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 of 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 golden sandy beach, enjoy swimming and snorkeling. 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 hours with our professional English-speaking guide and about 30 minutes of free time exploring the UNESCO-listed the 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 03:30 pm to sail back to Mykonos. Arrival is scheduled for 04:30 pm and our complimentary shuttle transportation will be waiting for you. We will say goodbye in the Greek way with a farewell drink toast and return 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.

Details on meeting point:

Pick-up and drop-off shuttle service is included in all our regular sailing programs and is either from/to the hotel or a designated meeting point depending on the location of your accommodation. It is a shared transportation with a timetable scheduled and if missed, you will need to contact us, so we can inform you of the exact embarkation point to reach by your own means.

The embarkation time of this cruise is at 08:45 am and the departure time is at 09:30 am.

*At the embarkation point the participants will be able to recognize one of the cruise representatives and crew by their t-shirt or sign saying 'Sunfos Alessia Yachting'.

Good to know:

Mykonos is nicknamed "The Island of Winds". The Cyclades - the complex of islands where Mykonos belongs - have been geographically shaped by 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 a convenient wind direction to set sails and only in such cases, the sailing route will be motorized.

Notes:

• Good health is necessary to take part in sailing cruises. Cases of pregnancy, mobility, and healthy issues must be advised before reservation and are subject to reconfirmation so as to ensure the safe participation of the passenger on the cruise
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• Children aged under 2 years old are complimentary
• The number of guests may vary according to the yacht allocated and to the current weather conditions to ensure a safe and comfortable experience.