Mykonos Catamaran Delos Rhenia Cruise with Lunch and Transfer

Delos gives this cruise its real sense of place. After about an hour at sea, you reach the sacred island linked to Apollo and Artemis, then have one hour to walk among its ancient remains. Later, the catamaran heads to uninhabited Rhenia, where clear water and quiet coves replace the crowds and ruins.

I like the practical mix: lunch and drinks are included, and the crew supplies snorkeling gear and a SUP when conditions allow. I also like the small maximum group of 18, plus hotel pickup and drop-off if arranged in advance. The main catch is that Delos admission costs another €20, and one hour is not enough for a full archaeological visit.

• Delos after an hour at sea: See one of Greece’s most important ancient religious sites, with roughly one hour ashore.
• Rhenia’s four sandy coves: Spend two hours around an uninhabited island known for emerald and turquoise water.
• Food and drinks included: Lunch comes with wine, beer, and soft drinks, so the price covers more than the boat ride.
• A small boat group: The catamaran accepts no more than 18 people, a useful limit for a day on the water.
• Pickup needs advance planning: Request hotel pickup and give the exact location by 10 p.m. the night before.
• Weather shapes the day: The SUP is available only when conditions permit, and poor weather can lead to a new date or refund.

Two Very Different Islands in Six Hours

This cruise works because Delos and Rhenia offer opposite experiences. Delos is open-air archaeology and ancient religion. Rhenia is a quiet sea stop with beaches, swimming, and time to relax.

The full outing lasts about six hours, including time spent getting between the islands and back to Mykonos. It starts at 9 a.m. from Mathios Tavern, with the activity ending back at the same meeting point unless a pickup arrangement has been made.

The boat carries up to 18 people. That is not a private charter, but it is a manageable group for a catamaran. You can expect a skipper, a sailor who assists with the boat, and a host. The crew handles the sailing and onboard service, while you focus on the two islands and the sea.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are available on request. This is useful if you are staying away from Mathios Tavern, but do not leave it until the morning of departure. You need to provide the exact pickup location by 10 p.m. the previous evening.

Reaching Delos, Apollo’s Sacred Island

The first stop is Delos, about an hour from the starting point. In Greek tradition, Delos is the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, two of the most important Olympian gods. In the ancient world, the island was a major religious center, and its ruins make the setting feel far more significant than a simple beach excursion.

You get about one hour to explore the archaeological site. That is enough to walk around and take in the scale of the ruins, but it is a short visit for anyone who wants to study every detail. The site is not included in the tour price, so budget an additional €20 per person for admission.

A guide is not included. That matters most at Delos, where scattered stones, foundations, temples, and public buildings can be hard to interpret without context. You can still see the site independently, but do not expect a guided archaeological tour or a detailed explanation at each monument.

I would treat the Delos stop as a focused introduction rather than a complete visit. You will have time to see the island’s main character, take photographs, and understand why it mattered. If ancient sites are your chief reason for coming, you may wish the stop lasted longer.

Wear footwear suited to walking around uneven archaeological ground, though the supplied information does not specify a dress code or terrain details. A hat, water, and sun protection are sensible choices for an open-air site, but these are personal preparations rather than included tour services.

Rhenia’s Quiet Beaches and Clear Water

After Delos, the cruise continues to Rhenia, also called Rhenia in the tour details. The island is uninhabited and has four solitary sandy beaches set in protected coves. That gives the second half of the outing a much calmer feel than the archaeological stop.

You have about two hours at Rhenia. The main appeal is the water, which ranges from emerald green to turquoise blue. This is the part of the day for swimming, snorkeling, and enjoying the boat rather than ticking off another sight.

Snorkeling equipment is included. A stand-up paddleboard is also available when the weather permits. The wording matters: the SUP is not guaranteed, and sea conditions can change what you can do. If your ideal day depends on paddleboarding, keep your expectations flexible.

Rhenia is a good counterpoint to Delos because it gives you unstructured time. You are not moving from one ancient building to the next or watching the clock at a museum. You can use the stop for the water activities provided, sit back, and enjoy the cove setting.

The beach descriptions are appealing, but remember that this is an island stop reached by boat. The tour does not include towels, so bring your own if you plan to swim or sit on the sand. The supplied details do not promise beach chairs, umbrellas, or other shore facilities, so plan for a simple, natural beach visit.

Lunch, Wine, and the Value of the Fare

The price is listed at $216.53 per person. That is a serious day-trip cost, so the value depends on how much of the package you will use.

You are paying for the catamaran outing, skipper, assistant sailor, fuel, host, lunch, wine, beer, soft drinks, snorkeling equipment, and possible hotel transfers. That makes the package more useful than a bare boat ride. You do not need to arrange separate transport to the harbor if pickup is confirmed, and you do not need to buy drinks during the cruise.

The meal also helps break up the day. A six-hour boat trip can feel long if it consists only of sailing and swimming. Lunch gives the day a proper pause, while the included wine, beer, and soft drinks add practical value for anyone who would otherwise purchase refreshments separately.

Still, two costs sit outside the headline price. Delos admission is €20 per person, and towels are not supplied. The fare also does not include a tour guide, so you are not paying for specialist commentary at the archaeological site.

The strongest value comes if you want all of the following in one booking: a visit to Delos, a swim stop at Rhenia, lunch, drinks, equipment, and transport help. If you only want to swim from a boat, a shorter local cruise could be a better use of your money. If you mainly want a guided Delos visit, this is not the right product because no guide is included.

What the Small Group Changes

The maximum group size is 18 people. That gives the outing a more personal feel than a large excursion boat, although it does not mean you will have the catamaran to yourself.

A smaller group can make boarding, serving lunch, and using the snorkeling equipment easier. It also limits the number of people sharing the swimming area around the boat. The host and sailor have fewer people to assist than they would on a much larger vessel.

There is still a social side to this kind of trip. You will share the boat, meal, and stops with other participants. If you want complete privacy, book a private charter instead. If you like meeting people but dislike a large crowd, 18 is a sensible middle ground.

The inclusion of a skipper, assistant sailor, and host is also useful for a day with several moving parts. One person handles the boat, another assists, and the host can help with the onboard experience. No individual crew names are provided, so you should not expect a named guide or a personality-led tour.

Timing, Transfers, and the Meeting Point

The published start time is 9 a.m. at Mathios Tavern in Mykonos. The activity ends back at that meeting point. If you request hotel pickup and drop-off, confirm the arrangement before the day of departure rather than assuming it is automatic.

The pickup instruction is specific: give the exact location by 10 p.m. the night before. This is one of the most important details to handle. A hotel name without a precise location may not be enough, particularly if your lodging has more than one entrance or sits in a complicated area.

The total six-hour duration includes travel time. That means the two listed island stops do not account for the entire day. You should not read the schedule as one hour at Delos plus two hours at Rhenia, followed by several more hours of sightseeing. The remaining time is used for the sea journey, lunch, and the return to Mykonos.

The meeting point is near public transportation, which gives you another way to reach the start if you do not use hotel pickup. The available details do not state the exact transport route or any parking arrangements, so check your own route to Mathios Tavern before departure.

Weather Can Change the Plan

This is a sea trip, so weather is a real part of the decision. The experience requires good conditions, and poor weather can result in a different date or a full refund.

Weather also affects the activity even when the cruise goes ahead. The SUP is available only when conditions allow. Swimming and snorkeling may also feel different depending on wind and sea conditions, though the tour details do not promise a particular water schedule.

I would avoid booking this as the only fixed event at the end of a very short Mykonos stay. A weather change could force you to reschedule, and the experience is better when you have some flexibility. If you have spare time, the weather policy is easier to live with.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not refunded or accepted. The cutoff follows local Mykonos time.

Who Will Enjoy This Mykonos Cruise

This is a strong fit for you if you want both culture and sea time in one day. Delos gives you a meaningful ancient site, while Rhenia supplies the relaxed swimming stop that many people hope for from a Mykonos boat trip.

It also suits people who prefer an organized day. The skipper, sailor, host, lunch, drinks, equipment, and optional transfer reduce the number of details you need to arrange yourself. You can book one outing and cover two islands without planning separate boats or meals.

The cruise may suit families and mixed-age groups because most people can participate, and the program is not built around strenuous activity. Still, anyone who does not enjoy boat travel, sun exposure, swimming, or an independent archaeological visit should think twice.

History-focused visitors should note the one-hour Delos limit and lack of a guide. Water-focused visitors should note that the boat spends time at Delos before reaching Rhenia. The balance is the point, but it also means the day is not perfectly tailored to either interest.

The 4.9 rating from 14 published ratings, with 100 percent recommending the experience, supports the strongest parts of the package: service, lunch, and transfers. One especially enthusiastic assessment praised the overall service, the meal, and the transfer, calling the trip a dream outing. Those points match the tour’s practical strengths, though a small rating sample cannot answer every question about weather, sea conditions, or the short Delos visit.

Should You Book It?

Book this cruise if you want a polished six-hour outing that combines Delos, Rhenia, food, drinks, and water equipment. The small group limit and optional pickup add convenience, while the two stops give you both ancient Greece and open-sea relaxation.

Before paying, add the €20 Delos entrance fee and remember to bring a towel. Confirm your pickup location by 10 p.m. the night before, and leave room in your schedule in case weather affects the departure.

Skip it if you want a long, guided archaeological tour of Delos, a private boat, or a guaranteed SUP session. For everyone else, the balance is appealing: one hour of major ancient history, two hours around a quiet island, and a full meal and drinks between Mykonos and the Cyclades.

FAQ

How long does the Mykonos catamaran cruise last?

The cruise lasts approximately six hours, including travel time between Mykonos, Delos, Rhenia, and the return meeting point.

What time does the cruise start?

The listed start time is 9 a.m.

Where does the cruise begin and end?

It begins at Mathios Tavern in Mykonos and ends back at the same meeting point.

Is hotel pickup available?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are available upon request. You must provide the exact pickup location by 10 p.m. the day before the cruise.

Is admission to Delos included?

No. Admission to the Archaeological Site of Delos costs €20 per person and is not included.

How much time is provided at Delos?

You have approximately one hour to explore the Archaeological Site of Delos.

How long is the stop at Rhenia?

The Rhenia stop lasts approximately two hours.

Are lunch and drinks included?

Yes. Lunch is included, along with wine, beer, and soft drinks.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If poor weather causes the cruise to be canceled, you will be offered a different date or a full refund. Free cancellation is also available up to 24 hours before the start time.