Shore Excursion Details

Delos In 3D

Mykonos, Greece

Delos In 3D

DETAILS

  • 4
    hrs Estimate Duration

Cruise to the sacred island of Delos and view a wealth of ruins using an electronic tablet with augmented-reality software that shows the structures as they appeared in ancient times.


After departing from the pier, you will soon arrive at a boat launch and begin a picturesque cruise to the nearby island of Delos. According to Greek mythology, Apollo and his twin sister Artemis were born on Delos, which was first settled in the third millennium B.C. Archaeological discoveries excavated here have been deemed so indicative of an ancient cosmopolitan port that the entire island is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.


All of the structures on Delos are excavated ruins, except for the museum and a few buildings for personnel. The landscape remains largely unaltered since ancient times because a town was never built over the original port, a rarity few other archaeological sites share.


As you meander through the rather barren island, you will behold ruins that include temples, statues, mosaic floors and roads such as the Sacred Way, which leads to the Sanctuary of Apollo. Another highlight is the Terrace of Lions, named for the Naxian marble lions that guard it. The originals are in the island’s museum to protect them from the elements.


To enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the ruins, you will be provided with an electronic tablet with 3D augmented-reality software. Just point the tablet’s camera at a ruin, and you can view the structure as it originally stood centuries ago.


Need to Know:

Note: This tour involves approximately 2 hours of e walking over uneven and in part uphill surfaces and approximately 10 steps at Delos. There is limited shade at the site. It is not available to wheelchair guests and those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. Comfortable, flat walking shoes, light clothing and a hat are recommended. Guests who go ashore do so with the understanding that they will be mixing with members of the general public.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours
Historical Landmarks

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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