We will be in Mykonos for one day on a cruise. The ship has a tour to Ancient Delos -- should we take it (there are 3 of us)? Should we go to Delos or just stay on Mykonos as we are on the island only from 7 AM - 5 PM (and we are "tendering to shore" from a large ship).
The tour description is below:
The small, uninhabited island of Delos was once the religious center of the entire Aegean area. Today, its archaeological ruins stand as an important historical site in Greece. According to mythology, Delos was the birthplace of Apollo, the god of sun, light, music, harmony and beauty. According to revelations of 19th century excavations, Delos prospered for centuries due to its strategic position within the trade routes of the Aegean.
A local boat will transport you on the 30-minute ride to the west side of Delos island, which leads directly to the entrance of the archaeological site. You will walk into the heart of the sanctuary where you will see the Temple of Apollo, monuments famous for their history and architectural style, the famous dried lake with the palm tree and the unique marble lions of Delos.
After a short rest stop, continue towards the terrace of the foreign gods. The view of the archipelago from there is unforgettable. You will pass through the theater and walk into the famous Hellenistic mansions of Delos with their superb mosaics decoration the floors and walls. You will then return by boat to Mykonos harbor.
Note: Guests must be able to walk and stand for approximately 2 hours over varying terrain. Comfortable walking shoes (closed toe), a hat and plenty of sunscreen are recommended. Participants will be required to walk (10 minutes) from the town shuttle station to the pier(or Vice Versa) to board the ferry bound to/from Delos since the greater portion of Mykonos is in a pedestrian only zone.