Private Speedboat Cruise from Delos to Rhenia and Mykonos

The Aegean looks best from the water. This private eight-hour cruise links ancient Delos, the quiet beaches of Rhenia, and Mykonos’ famous southern coast in one day. I like the freedom of a private boat, plus the chance to swim, snorkel, eat fresh fruit and snacks, and return toward Mykonos with a Greek sunset in view.

I also like the strong mix of experiences: sacred ruins at Delos and clear shallow water at Rhenia. The main caution is the onboard service. The tour advertises unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks, but one reported departure had only a small supply and very few snacks. If those extras matter to you, confirm the details before sailing.

The price is $1,982.41 for a group of up to nine, so the value improves sharply with a full boat. A group of nine pays about $220 per person for eight hours, a fair figure for a private day on the Aegean, but a steep one for a smaller party.

Key Points Before You Book

• Delos adds ancient ruins to a beach day, with an optional archaeological-site visit and a separate entrance fee of €12 per adult.
• Rhenia is the main swimming stop, with about three hours for Skinos Beach, snorkeling, sun, and time aboard.
• The boat remains private to your group, with capacity for as many as nine people.
• Beer, wine, soft drinks, water, fruit, snacks, and snorkeling gear are included, though the actual drink and snack supply should be confirmed.
• The route takes in Psarou, Elia, and Kalo Livadi, giving you a broad look at Mykonos’ well-known southern beaches.
• Bad weather can change the plan, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the 10:00 a.m. start.

Starting at Ornos at 10:00 a.m.

The cruise begins at the Ornos dock in Mykonos. You meet at the embarkation point for Yacht Charter on an unnamed road near Ornos, then return to that same spot at the end of the day.

The stated information says pickup can be offered, including collection from a hotel dock when applicable. At the same time, hotel pickup and drop-off are listed as not included. Treat this as a point to settle before booking, especially if you are staying away from Ornos. Ask exactly where you will meet and if any private dock transfer costs extra.

The departure time is useful. At 10:00 a.m., you have a full day on the water without a painfully early start. The total outing lasts about eight hours, so you should expect most of the day to be given over to swimming, beach time, boat travel, and Delos.

Because this is a private activity, you are not sharing the boat with a large mixed group. That matters in practical ways. You can spend longer in the water, keep your group together, and enjoy the day at a more relaxed pace than on a fixed public boat route. The captain controls the route, but the stops give the day a clear shape.

Delos: Ancient Stones Before the Swimming

The first stop is Delos, reached by a short boat ride from Ornos. You approach the small port and can see the ancient monuments from the water. The boat portion is listed at about 20 minutes, while the description does not promise a long archaeological-site visit.

Delos matters because it was considered sacred by the ancient Greeks. According to the mythology connected with the island, Poseidon brought Delos up from the Aegean so Leto could give birth to Apollo and Artemis while being pursued by Hera. That story explains why the island held such importance in the ancient world.

You can arrange a professional guide if you want more context about the ruins and the island’s past. This is worth considering if Delos is a major reason for booking the cruise. A short captain’s introduction will not replace a guided visit to the archaeological area.

The entrance fee is separate: €12 per adult. It is not included in the cruise price. The tour can still work well if you mainly want to see Delos from the boat and then spend your day swimming, but anyone hoping for a serious ruins visit should budget for the ticket and ask how much time is available ashore.

The practical drawback is that the schedule gives Delos far less time than Rhenia. You should not book this as a full archaeological tour with a little swimming added. It is better understood as a private sea day with an important ancient site at the start.

Rhenia and Skinos Beach: Three Hours of Clear Water

After Delos, the boat heads to nearby Rhenia. This is the heart of the cruise, with roughly three hours set aside for swimming, sunbathing, walking along the coast, and relaxing aboard.

Rhenia once served a very different purpose. When the Athenians required Delos to be cleared of births and deaths, Rhenia became a burial area for the sacred island. It also served as a place for people with serious illnesses who could no longer stay on Delos. Today, the focus is far simpler: clear water, a sandy beach, and a quiet break from the busy side of Mykonos.

Skinos Beach, also called Blue Lacuna, is described as the main swimming spot. The water is crystal clear, aquamarine, shallow, and often somewhat warm, according to the specific experience reported from this cruise. Those conditions make it a good place for a relaxed swim rather than a serious open-water challenge.

Snorkeling equipment is supplied. You can use it to look beneath the surface, although the provided details do not promise a particular reef, fish population, or underwater attraction. Bring your own mask if you need a precise fit, but the included equipment saves you from packing gear for a casual swim.

This long Rhenia stop gives the private format its value. You are not rushing in for a quick photograph before moving on. You have enough time to get wet, dry off, eat fruit or snacks, have a drink, and return to the water.

The word snacks deserves some attention. The inclusions list bottled water, fresh fruit, snacks, and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. But one group received only a small container of nuts, with about ten nuts per person, and had limited drinks available. The company later offered a €200 credit and explained that the snack problem followed a last-minute boat change. That does not erase the disappointment, but it does show that supplies may vary and that the operator addressed the complaint.

I would confirm the food and drink plan before departure. Ask what beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks will be onboard, and whether a meal is included. It is safer to think of this as light boat refreshments, not a full lunch.

Mykonos’ Southern Beaches from the Sea

The second half of the cruise follows the south coast of Mykonos. The planned stops include Psarou, Elia, and Kalo Livadi, with about an hour assigned to each beach area.

This section is less about secluded nature and more about seeing the Mykonos beach scene from a different angle. The southern coast includes famous names such as Platis Gialos, Paraga, Super Paradise, and Kalafatis as well as the three listed stops.

Psarou Beach

Psarou is associated with high-profile restaurants, clubs, cocktails, and private docks that allow entry directly from the sea. The boat can give you a view of this famous stretch without requiring you to spend the day on a crowded beach or commit to a restaurant.

You may be able to go ashore through a private dock if you choose a venue, but the details do not include a meal or club reservation. The safer plan is to enjoy the view from the boat, swim if conditions allow, and use the supplied refreshments.

One hour is enough for a taste of the area. It is not enough to explore every beach business along the coast, so keep expectations in check.

Elia Beach

Elia is another major south-coast stop. Like Psarou, it offers a choice between a beach venue and time on the boat. You can order Greek food or cocktails at a dockside establishment if you arrange that separately, or stay aboard with a drink and a view.

The value here is variety. After the quieter Rhenia stop, Elia shows you the polished, social side of Mykonos. If your group includes people with different tastes, some may enjoy the beach clubs while others prefer the boat.

Kalo Livadi Beach

Kalo Livadi completes the southern-beach section. The hour here gives you another look at Mykonos’ celebrated coast and another chance to swim, sunbathe, or remain on deck.

Because three beaches receive similar one-hour blocks, the stops can feel repetitive if you want only secluded coves. The appeal is seeing several well-known parts of the coast in a single afternoon. You get a broad sense of how Mykonos shifts from quiet island water to glamorous beach life.

Returning Toward Mykonos at Sunset

The cruise ends back at the Ornos meeting point, with the return timed to offer a picture-perfect Greek sunset. The exact sunset view depends on the season and weather, but the concept is one of the strongest parts of the day.

A sunset return also gives the cruise a natural finish. You begin with Delos and its old stones, spend the middle of the day in Rhenia’s clear water, then trace Mykonos’ social south coast before heading back.

The sunset is not a separate stop with a guaranteed viewing point. It is part of the return journey. That distinction matters if you are booking mainly for sunset photography. The route and light will change with the date, and the experience requires good weather.

What the $1,982 Group Price Buys You

At $1,982.41 for up to nine people, this is a premium outing. With nine people, the cost comes to about $220 per person. With four people, it rises to about $496 per person. For two people, the price is difficult to justify unless privacy and the custom boat setting are central to your plans.

The price includes the captain, fuel surcharge, water, snacks, fresh fruit, snorkeling equipment, and beer, wine, and soft drinks. You are paying for the boat and the private use of it, not simply transportation between beaches.

That private setup is the main value. You avoid a large shared excursion and can spend three hours at Rhenia rather than racing through a string of brief stops. For a family reunion, birthday, or group of friends, splitting the cost can make sense.

You still need to add the €12 per adult Delos entrance fee if you go into the archaeological site. A professional guide is also an extra arrangement rather than a stated inclusion. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, despite pickup being offered in some circumstances, so check that point too.

The open-bar wording needs careful handling. The company later explained that drinks are provided generously but not without limit because safety comes first. That interpretation differs from what many people understand by unlimited drinks. I would not book this expecting a continuous supply of alcohol throughout eight hours.

Captain, Communication, and Service

The captain received strong praise for being kind and for explaining the island’s past. A good captain matters here because the boat ride is not just a transfer. You rely on that person for route choices, swimming locations, safety, timing, and the general feel of the day.

The company’s overall rating is 5 out of 5 from 48 reviews, with 98 percent recommending the experience. That is a very good record, but it should not make you ignore the one clear service issue involving missing snacks and limited drinks.

The response to that problem included a €200 credit, which was more than the stated value of the snacks. The company attributed the mistake to a last-minute change to a better boat. You can read that as a sign of a service error handled with compensation, not as proof that every departure will have identical supplies.

Who Will Enjoy This Private Day at Sea?

I would recommend this cruise most strongly to a group of friends or family members who can share the cost. It is also a good fit if you want both Delos and Rhenia but do not want to arrange separate boat trips.

You will get the most from it if you enjoy swimming, light snorkeling, beach views, and long stretches on a boat. The water equipment and three-hour Rhenia stop suit an active but easygoing day.

It is less suitable if your main goal is a detailed Delos visit. In that case, look for a tour built around the archaeological site, with a confirmed guide and more time ashore. It is also not ideal for anyone expecting a full meal or a strict unlimited-drinks service.

Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the experience is not recommended for children aged three and under. Most people can participate, service animals are allowed, and the meeting point is near public transportation.

Should You Book It?

Book this private cruise if your group wants a full day that combines Delos, Rhenia, and Mykonos’ famous beaches without sharing the boat with strangers. The strongest reasons are the three-hour swim stop, the easy private format, the captain’s island commentary, and the sunset return.

Before paying, confirm four things: the exact pickup arrangement, the time available at Delos, the drink supply, and what snacks will be onboard. If you are a full group of nine and value privacy, the price can be sensible. If you are only two or three people, compare the cost carefully with shared cruises.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the 10:00 a.m. start. The cruise also depends on good weather, with a different date or full refund offered if poor conditions cancel the outing.

FAQ

How long is the cruise?

The experience lasts about eight hours.

Where does the cruise start?

It starts at the Ornos dock in Mykonos, at the embarkation point for Yacht Charter.

What time does the cruise begin?

The stated start time is 10:00 a.m.

Where does the cruise end?

It ends back at the Ornos meeting point.

Is the cruise private?

Yes. Only your group participates, with space for up to nine people.

Is the Delos entrance fee included?

No. The archaeological-site entrance fee is €12 per adult.

Is a guide included at Delos?

No professional guide is listed as included. Guided visits can be arranged separately.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included.

Are drinks and food included?

Bottled water, snacks, fresh fruit, beer, wine, and soft drinks are listed as included. The company has also stated that alcohol is provided generously but not without limit for safety reasons.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Poor weather cancellations offer a different date or a full refund.