Private Speedboat Cruise from Delos to Rhenia and Mykonos

See Mykonos from the sea. This private cruise combines ancient Delos, quiet Rhenia, and Mykonos beaches in one full day on the water. I like the small-group format, which gives your party up to nine people the boat to itself, and I like the freedom to swim, snorkel, sunbathe, or simply watch the islands slide by. The captain also shares background on Delos, adding some meaning to what could otherwise be just a beach outing.

The clearest drawback is the wording around the open bar and snacks. Beer, wine, soft drinks, bottled water, fruit, and snacks are listed as included, but one past booking involved limited drinks and only a small portion of nuts before the operator offered compensation. I would confirm exactly what will be aboard before departure, especially if the food and drink service is important to you.

Key points to know before booking

• Delos gives the cruise an archaeological centerpiece, but the €12 adult entrance fee is not included.
• Rhenia is the main swimming stop, with about three hours for clear water, a sandy beach, snorkeling, and time aboard.
• The boat is private for your group, with space for up to nine people and a captain included.
• Mykonos beach stops are flexible in feel, ranging from famous beach clubs and restaurants to a quieter drink on board.
• The advertised drinks are included, but the exact supply can vary, so clarify the meaning of open bar before sailing.
• The tour begins and ends at Ornos dock, lasts about eight hours, and depends on good weather.

What you are paying for at $1,982.41

The price is for the entire boat, not each person. That matters. With nine people, the cost works out to about $220 per person. With six people, it is about $330 each. With only four people, the price rises to roughly $496 per person, so this experience makes the most financial sense for a family group or a circle of friends sharing the boat.

You are paying for privacy, a captain, fuel, snorkeling equipment, drinks, fruit, snacks, and a full day moving between several islands and beaches. You are not just buying transport from one beach to another. The value comes from having a boat reserved for your own group and avoiding the fixed pace of a larger shared excursion.

Still, this is not a cheap way to see Delos. The archaeological entrance fee costs an additional €12 per adult, and hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. If you are staying somewhere with a suitable dock, the company says it can pick you up there when applicable, but the published meeting point is Ornos dock. Confirm your exact pickup arrangement rather than assuming a hotel transfer is included.

Starting at Ornos dock at 10 a.m.

The cruise begins at Ornos dock at 10 a.m. and returns to the same meeting point. Ornos is a useful departure spot for a day focused on the southern side of Mykonos, since the route later visits Psarou, Elia, and Kalo Livadi.

Plan enough time to reach the dock without rushing. The meeting point is listed as Yacht Charter on an unnamed road in Ornos. Since hotel pickup is not part of the standard price, your group needs to arrange its own way there unless the operator confirms a dock pickup.

The boat is private, and only your group takes part. That gives you a better chance to ask the captain to adjust the rhythm of the day, though the listed schedule already sets aside substantial time at Rhenia and the south-coast beaches. Children must be with an adult, and the experience is not recommended for children aged three and under. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed.

Delos: mythology, ruins, and an important extra fee

The first stop is Delos, reached by a short boat trip from Ornos. The island is one of the most meaningful archaeological sites in the Cyclades. Ancient Greeks considered it sacred, and mythology links it with the birth of Apollo and Artemis after Leto arrived there while fleeing Hera.

From the small port, you can see the ancient monuments. The stop is listed as about 20 minutes, which is brief if you hope to walk through the archaeological site. That timing appears to describe the initial visit or boat stop, not a full independent tour of the ruins.

This is the part of the day that needs the most clarification. The entrance fee to the archaeological site is not included, and a private guided visit can be arranged with a professional guide. If seeing the ruins is your main reason for booking, ask in advance how much time will be spent ashore and whether a guide is confirmed. Otherwise, you may mainly view Delos from the boat or receive a short explanation from the captain.

That is not necessarily a flaw. Some people want Delos as a scenic and cultural introduction before spending most of the day swimming. But if you want to examine the temples, streets, and monuments carefully, a 20-minute stop will feel short. The cruise works best when Delos is one part of a broader sea day, not the entire archaeological visit.

Rhenia: the day’s best swimming stop

After Delos, the boat heads to nearby Rhenia, where the pace slows down. The island once served as a burial ground and a place for people who could no longer remain on sacred Delos. Today, its appeal is far simpler: clear water, sandy beaches, and a much quieter setting than the famous southern beaches of Mykonos.

The cruise allows about three hours at Rhenia. That is generous by boat-trip standards. You can swim, use the provided snorkeling equipment, sunbathe, walk along the coast, or stay aboard with a drink and fruit.

Skinos, described as the Blue Lacuna, is the best-known beach in the area. The water is described as crystal clear, aquamarine, shallow, and somewhat warm in one detailed account. Those conditions make Rhenia the strongest part of the tour for anyone who wants a relaxed swim rather than a quick photo stop.

The word virgin is often used for places like Rhenia, but do not read that as a promise of total solitude or untouched wilderness. The island is included in boat itineraries, and conditions can vary. Its main advantage is the contrast with Mykonos beach clubs: the scenery feels more natural, and the schedule gives you time to enjoy it instead of hopping off for ten minutes.

Snorkeling equipment is included. That is useful, but the description does not promise a guided snorkeling session or specific marine life. Think of it as equipment for exploring the water at your own pace.

Psarou and Mykonos’s famous south coast

The next part of the route returns to Mykonos, following the island’s south coast. Psarou, Platis Gialos, Kalo Livadi, Paraga, Super Paradise, Elia, and Kalafatis are among the beaches associated with the island’s polished beach scene.

At Psarou, the cruise allows about an hour. This area is known for restaurants, clubs, and open beach bars, with some venues offering access from private docks. If your group wants to step ashore for Greek food or cocktails, the captain can point out the sea-entry options. Any restaurant, club, or cocktail purchase would be an extra cost, and the cruise price does not include a meal ashore.

I like this stop because it shows the two sides of Mykonos. From the water, you can look toward the island’s famous social scene without having to spend the entire day inside it. Your group can choose a lively shore stop, or stay aboard with the included refreshments and enjoy the view.

The tradeoff is that Psarou is not the place to expect silence. Its reputation comes from fashionable venues and a busy beach culture. If you prefer a simple swim and an empty stretch of sand, Rhenia is the better match.

Elia and Kalo Livadi: a scenic beach circuit

Elia receives another hour. Like Psarou, it is part of Mykonos’s well-known southern beach circuit and has restaurants and beach bars. The cruise description presents it as a choice point: go ashore for food and drinks, or remain on the boat for a more private break.

Kalo Livadi also receives about an hour. With three southern beaches listed in succession, the day is designed as a sampler rather than a deep visit to one beach. You get a broad sense of the coast, with time for views, swimming, and perhaps a short shore visit.

That format suits you if you want variety. It is less suitable if you dislike moving often or prefer to settle in with a book for half a day. The itinerary gives Rhenia the longest pause, while the Mykonos beaches receive shorter visits.

The exact order and time at each beach may depend on sea conditions and the captain’s judgment. The operator describes these stops as destinations where you can choose between stepping ashore and enjoying the boat. Ask before departure how much time your group can expect at each one, especially if you have a particular beach club in mind.

Drinks, snacks, and the practical meaning of open bar

The included provisions are bottled water, fresh fruit, snacks, unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. Fuel, the captain, and snorkeling equipment are also included. On paper, that makes the package easy to manage: you do not need to budget for every bottle of water or soft drink during the day.

But the phrase open bar needs a careful reading. One past booking reported four beers, no wine, rum and cola, and a small container of nuts shared among four people. The operator responded that the snacks had been forgotten after a last-minute boat change and provided a €200 credit. It also explained that drinks are offered generously, but not without limit, because safety comes first.

That response points to the sensible approach. Do not assume a full bar with unlimited cocktails or a catered lunch. Contact Don Blue Yachting before the day and ask what drinks, snacks, and fruit will be loaded on your specific boat. If your group has dietary needs or expects a substantial meal, bring that up early. The published inclusions do not mention lunch.

The captain is responsible for the boat and also shares information about Delos and the island. One of the strongest positive details is the care shown in checking that the group was comfortable and happy during the cruise. That personal attention is one of the main reasons a private boat can feel worth the higher price.

The return trip and the sunset claim

The experience lasts about eight hours and ends back at Ornos dock. The description highlights a picture-perfect Greek sunset on the return to Mykonos, but the scheduled start is 10 a.m., and sunset timing changes through the year. Depending on the season and actual route, you may see late-afternoon light rather than sunset itself.

Treat the sunset wording as a scenic possibility, not a guarantee. The sea views should still be a strong part of the return, especially after a day among Delos, Rhenia, and the Mykonos coast.

Weather matters. The cruise requires good conditions, and poor weather can lead to a different date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund.

Who will get the most from this cruise?

I would choose this for a group that values privacy and wants several Mykonos experiences in one day. It is especially well suited to friends, couples traveling together, and families with older children who enjoy swimming and can handle a full day on a boat.

It is also a good choice if you want flexibility between active and easygoing moments. One person can snorkel while another stays aboard with a drink. You can visit a famous beach club or avoid it. You can focus on Delos, though you must pay extra for entry and confirm the time available, or treat the ruins as a brief cultural stop before Rhenia.

I would hesitate if your main goal is a thorough Delos visit, a guaranteed sunset cruise, or a generous hosted meal. I would also think twice if your group has only two or three people, since the private-group price becomes harder to justify.

Should you book the Delos and Rhenia cruise?

Book it if you want a private day on the Aegean, with Rhenia’s clear water as the star and Mykonos’s famous beaches as a scenic second act. The combination of a private boat, snorkeling gear, captain, fuel, and included refreshments gives a full group a fair value, particularly when nine people share the cost.

Before paying, confirm three things: the exact boat, the quantity of drinks and snacks, and how much time you will have at the Delos archaeological site. Also remember the €12 adult entrance fee and the fact that hotel transfer is not normally included.

With those points settled, this is a strong choice for seeing Mykonos from a different angle. Rhenia provides the calm, Delos supplies the ancient setting, and the south coast adds the glossy beach culture that made the island famous.

FAQ

How long does the private cruise last?

The cruise lasts approximately eight hours.

Where does the cruise begin?

It begins at Ornos dock in Mykonos at 10 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 up to nine people included in the group price.

Is the Delos entrance fee included?

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

Can I arrange a guided visit to Delos?

Yes. Professional guides can be arranged, but the guide service is not listed among the standard inclusions.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included.

Are drinks included?

Yes. Bottled water, beer, wine, and soft drinks are listed as included, along with snacks and fresh fruit. Confirm the exact supply with the provider before departure.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included in the standard price. Pickup from a hotel dock may be possible when applicable, so confirm this in advance.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If bad weather causes cancellation, you can receive a different date or a full refund. You can also cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.