Small-group sailing makes Mykonos feel bigger.

I love the easy hotel pickup and drop-off, because you spend less time juggling buses and more time enjoying the Aegean. I also love the 2-hour swim and snorkel stop at Rhenia, paired with a freshly cooked onboard meal and unlimited homemade rose wine.

Here’s the one thing to keep in mind: wind can change the route. On blustery days, you may stay closer to the port or sail a different stretch of Mykonos’s south coast, and that can affect how much of the classic itinerary feels like a full sail.

That said, this cruise is built for the reality of Mykonos—short, scenic, and packed. You’ll pass Delos for photos, stop for swimming in clear water, and then head back with time for windmill-and-town views (or a golden sunset if you book the evening departure).

Key things I’d circle before booking

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned luxury van, so you can roll right from your hotel to the port
• Delos from the water: you get a photo chance with onboard explanation, even though you don’t land on the island
• Rhenia’s 2-hour swim stop with snorkeling gear included
• Homemade rose wine plus a hot meal cooked fresh onboard, with seafood pasta and meat options
• A maximum of 15 people, which helps the crew manage the boat and keep things friendly
• Route adjustments when it’s windy, often swapping to Mykonos’s south coast beaches and calmer coves

The real appeal: transport + time on the water

This is a half-day style cruise that’s designed to remove friction. The boat day starts with pickup from your hotel by air-conditioned minivan, then you’re transferred to the new port area to board. It ends the same way, with drop-off back to your hotel, so you’re not hunting for taxis after you’ve been on the sea.

You’re paying for a complete package: sailing time, swimming time, and the kind of food-and-drink onboard comfort that makes the day feel full. Even better, the group size is limited (up to 15), so you don’t feel like you’re swimming through a crowd for every photo op.

The vibe is also flexible. You can book a morning departure or a sunset cruise, and the day’s route can shift if conditions demand it. In Mykonos, that matters.

Getting to Tourlos Port the easy way

Your day starts with logistics handled. The cruise includes hotel pickup and hotel drop-off via luxury van, and the pickup is only possible from an accessible meeting point. If you’re staying in central Mykonos, that’s a big deal because it saves you from adding extra steps to an already busy travel day.

The meeting point on the back end is the tour’s start location at Mykonos PortTourlos 846 00, Greece. In plain terms: you’ll know where the day begins and where it ends, and you won’t be piecing together timing with multiple vendors.

One practical tip: if you’re sensitive to rough water, plan your day around that. The cruise is weather-dependent, and Mykonos can be choppy.

The sailing route: Mykonos south coast, Delos photos, then Rhenia

The cruise route is built around two islands and a classic Mykonos photo loop.

First, you sail along Mykonos’s south coast. This is the start of the visual payoff—white houses, coastline lines, and those Aegean light conditions that make everything look extra crisp. As the catamaran leaves the dock, you’re not stuck sitting still. You’re moving.

Next, you head toward Delos. You won’t go ashore (no landing), but you’ll get a stop in front for photos from the catamaran, and an onboard explanation of what you’re seeing. If you love history, you’ll get context without losing hours on shore. If you’re not into ruins, you’ll still enjoy the view—and the fact that the boat keeps the day moving.

Then comes the main relaxation beat: Rhenia. You drop anchor in a small cove with clear turquoise water and you get time in the water. The schedule is simple and effective: sail, see Delos from the water, then swim and snorkel where the water looks made for it.

If conditions are too rough for the original plan, the captain may adjust the route. The alternative often means staying along the south coast beaches and finding a protected cove away from the crowds.

Rhenia’s 2-hour swim and snorkel stop (this is the heart of the day)

This is the part you should plan around. The cruise includes 2 hours of swimming at Rhenia, plus snorkeling gear (masks and snorkels). That’s enough time to actually enjoy the water rather than doing a quick dip and rushing back.

What makes it worth your time is the combination:

• clear water where swimming feels good
• snorkeling gear included
• a long enough stop to go at your own pace

Do note the practical side: the ride back can be bumpy. In choppy conditions, the front of the boat can feel wet if waves splash up. If you’re worried about getting chilled, bring a light layer you can change into afterward.

Also, this is a swimming-and-snorkeling stop, not a beach chair day. If you’re expecting a dry, shore-based experience, you’ll be happier if you’re ready to be in the water.

Food and drinks onboard: homemade rose wine and a real hot meal

One of the biggest value points here is that the cruise doesn’t treat lunch like an afterthought.

You get homemade rose wine included, and it’s listed as unlimited. You also get a fresh traditional meal cooked onboard. The menu is built around seafood pasta and meat options, which gives you flexibility without turning lunch into a guessing game.

The meal timing works well because it fits the sea rhythm. You swim, you get hungry, and then you eat something warm while the boat is still part of the experience. After that, you’ve got time for one last round of photos as you head back past notable Mykonos views.

If you’re bringing your own drinks, keep expectations realistic. Wine is included, and some people like to add their own preferences, but the core setup is rose wine plus a hot lunch.

Delos without landing: how to make the most of the “from the water” stop

Delos can be a huge draw for first-time visitors to this area. The cool part here is that you don’t lose the day to tender boats, shore transfers, and long walks.

Instead, you get a short stop in front of Delos so you can take pictures from the catamaran. The crew provides explanation while you’re viewing the area from the water. That means you can enjoy the sight without needing to commit to a full shore visit.

The trade-off is obvious: if your dream is walking among the archaeological grounds, this isn’t that. But if your dream is sailing, photos, context, and then real relaxation time in the water, it’s a smart compromise.

And in windy weather, the captain may modify what’s possible. Even then, the cruise is still built around Rhenia swimming, Mykonos coastline views, and the general feel of a half-day on the water.

Sunset cruise vs morning cruise: choose based on your energy

You have a real scheduling choice here. Book either a morning or sunset cruise, and the core structure stays similar—transport, sailing, Delos photo time, and the Rhenia swim stop.

The difference is what you do with the final chapter:

• Morning cruises often work best if you want to be active earlier and keep your evenings open for Mykonos Town.
• Sunset cruises give you that golden hour payoff, with views of the sky changing as you return.

Sunset sailings also tend to feel extra special because you’re already on the water when the light turns soft. Mykonos windmills and town scenes also show up along the way, so even if the weather makes you sail a bit differently, the photo loop is still there.

If you love being out late, go sunset. If you’re trying to pace your trip, go morning.

Weather is part of the product in Mykonos

Let’s talk straight about the Aegean. Mykonos is often windy, and this cruise is explicit that itinerary changes can happen when conditions aren’t good enough.

That can show up as:

• a modified sailing route (often along the south coast)
• more time anchored in calm pockets
• less open-water cruising time than you imagined

This isn’t a bait-and-switch. It’s how catamaran days work here. The good news is that the company still aims to deliver the core experience: swimming time in clear water and a smooth return with hotel drop-off.

If you’re prone to sea sickness, treat this as your biggest decision point. Even with crew care, choppy water can be rough. If you do okay with boats, this can feel like a fun kind of wild—winds in the hair, salt on your skin, and a day that feels alive.

Who this cruise is ideal for

This one fits a specific kind of traveler: you want an easy half day, you want real water time, and you want included food and drinks without turning the day into a checklist.

You’ll likely enjoy it if you:

• want swimming and snorkeling time rather than just sightseeing
• value simple transport from your hotel
• prefer a small group (up to 15) over massive boat crowds
• want to see Delos from the water without spending your whole day on shore

It’s also great for mixed groups: people who care about history get Delos context from the boat, while people who care about comfort get lunch, wine, and time in calm water.

If you hate uneven seas, you’ll have to decide based on your own comfort with choppy water and your ability to adapt to route changes.

Price and value: what $133 buys you here

At about $133 per person for a roughly 5-hour experience, you’re paying for a bundle:

• hotel pickup and drop-off
• catamaran sailing time
• Delos photo viewing with explanation
• a 2-hour Rhenia swim stop with snorkeling gear
• a freshly prepared hot meal
• unlimited homemade rose wine
• fuel surcharge

That’s not just transportation. It’s a day where you don’t need to budget separately for admission-like items (you’re not paying for a separate shore tour here) and where lunch and drinks are included.

The only cost risk is weather. If the sea is rough, you might sail less far than the ideal route in calmer conditions. But since the cruise still centers swimming time at Rhenia and keeps the schedule intact with onboard service, you can think of it as buying time on the water plus included comfort.

In Mykonos, that kind of all-in value is hard to beat for a half-day.

Should you book this Mykonos catamaran cruise?

Yes, if you want a straightforward Mykonos day with the best mix of sailing + swimming + included food and drink. The biggest strengths are the easy hotel transport, the Rhenia 2-hour swim and snorkeling, and the onboard meal with homemade rose wine.

I would book with eyes open if you’re very sea-sensitive or if you’re chasing the exact classic route every time. Wind can change things, and the captain will shift plans to stay safe.

If you’re flexible, enjoy the ocean even when it’s a little choppy, and want a small-group cruise with real included value, this is a smart pick.

FAQ

What’s included with the cruise?

The cruise includes hotel pickup and drop-off by luxury van, homemade rose wine (alcoholic beverages), a fresh traditional meal (seafood pasta and meat options), 2 hours swimming at Rhenia, snorkeling equipment (masks and snorkels), and the cruise itinerary to Rhenia plus a Delos pass-by (without landing) when conditions allow.

Do I get to visit Delos on land?

No. You get a stop in front of Delos for photos from the catamaran, along with onboard explanation. The cruise does not include dropping you off on Delos island.

How long do you spend swimming and snorkeling at Rhenia?

You’ll have about 2 hours anchored at Rhenia for swimming and snorkeling. Snorkeling gear is provided.

Is wine included, and is it unlimited?

Yes. Alcoholic beverages are included, listed as homemade rose wine. It’s provided during the cruise.

What should I bring for the beach stop?

Bring your own beach towel. The tour also provides snorkeling equipment, but towels are not included as part of the listed inclusions.

What happens if the weather is windy?

The itinerary can be modified at the captain’s discretion when wind and sea conditions aren’t good enough for the original plan. If it’s too windy, the alternative often involves sailing along Mykonos’s south coast and visiting beaches and a protected cove away from the crowds.