Private Tour
DELOS, the island of god Apollo
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Delos is one of the best preserved ancient towns, a rival to Pompeii.
For the people back then Delos was very special, as they believed it was the birthplace of god Apollo.
Today people who visit it can get an idea of the life back then, by seeing the ancient houses, temples, shrines, the theater, and more.
An interesting detail is that all the houses of Delos were fitted with bathrooms, and a sophisticated system of sewers would take the used waters to the ocean.
Delos was the first Duty Free place in history, as well as the first melting pot.
It was also famous as a slave trade center, and the visitor will see, among other things, the big slave market.
The guide will narrate the history of the place from the prehistoric times, to the archaic period, to the Athenian domination, to the Roman occupation, to the present day.
*Not recommended for people with walking problems.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for people on a wheelchair
Not recommended for people with walking problems
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
The tour guide
Ferry tickets and entrances
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Archaeological Site of Delos
People will visit the theater district (the best preserved part of the ancient town), will get into different ancient houses and admire mosaic floors, water cisterns, marble colonnades, and more.
Archaeological Site of Delos
Visit the ancient theater, that could accommodate 6,500 spectators. Information will be given about the ancient theatrical performances, the actors, etc.
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DELOS, the island of god Apollo
Pickup included
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A visit not to be...
Marc V,
Sep 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00A visit not to be missed with a guide of great experience that communicates historical knowledge very well. Thank you very much.
Day in Delos
Bernard S,
Apr 27, 2025
- Viator
3.00It's a good tour, and our guide was very knowledgeable, providing a detailed history of Delos. But overall, I think the tour is somewhat overpriced.
Teachers make the best guides
Linda G,
May 23, 2024
- Viator
5.00Nicolaus’s background as a history teacher truly showed. Very intelligent and knowledgeable guide. Would highly recommend him.
Fascinating Island!
Jennifer M,
Oct 29, 2023
- Viator
5.00Excellent excursion! Delos is very interesting and unique. The history is so different from other archaeological sites we have visited. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and interesting. You need a guide for this site. I have mobility issues, so this was difficult for me, but very much worth it. The ferry ride to and from the island was a beautiful and relaxing trip. The ferry, at the Mykonos end, is located in an area that is pedestrian only. A few years ago, I would barely have noticed the walk, but now, especially at the end of the tour, I did find it very difficult. Our driver was excellent and even convinced security to allow him to drive a little way into the pedestrian zone to assist me. Overall, driver and guide were both fantastic. Finding our driver when we left our ship was quick and easy, and we returned to our ship with plenty of time to spare before departure.
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