Mykonos Hidden Spots Jeep Tour: Off-Road to Secret Beaches

The island's back roads lead to beaches most visitors never find.

A private 4x4 jeep tour of Mykonos takes you off the main roads to hidden beaches, traditional villages, and a 15th-century monastery, with a live guide in English or Greek and hotel pickup included. The tour runs four hours and covers the north coast and inland Ano Mera, stopping at Fokos, Loulos, Kalafatis, Kapari and other secluded coves. You can customize the route and add a meal at a local taverna. Choose the standard daytime tour or the sunset option depending on when you want to explore.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Panagia Tourliani Monastery20m · entry included
2. Agios Ioannis Beach15m
3. Mykonos Town30m

Explore Mykonos hidden gems by jeep

• Start at Faros Armenistis Lighthouse
• Visit Agios Sostis Beach and hidden cove
• Explore Ano Mera Village and bakery
• Tour Panagia Tourliani Monastery
• Visit a wild hidden beach on north coast
• Off-road to Fokos Beach and optional taverna stop
• Stop at Kalafatis Beach for water sports
• See Houlakia Beach and rock formations
• Drive to Loulos Beach for diving
• Visit Kapari Beach with views to Delos
• Finish in Mykonos Town with windmills and Little Venice

The experience

You get picked up from your hotel and climb into a private 4x4 jeep with a guide who knows which tracks lead where. The route starts at Faros Armenistis Lighthouse, a viewpoint over the Aegean and the surrounding islands, then drops down to Agios Sostis Beach: a quiet sandy cove with a local feel and a hidden beach tucked just beyond it. From there the jeep heads inland to Ano Mera, Mykonos' traditional village, where you walk the main square, stop at a local bakery for Mykonian treats, and see the small tavernas and shops that serve the people who actually live here.

The Panagia Tourliani Monastery sits in Ano Mera and dates to the 15th century. Your guide walks you through the carved iconostasis, the historic icons, and the quiet courtyard while explaining what the monastery means to the island. After that, the jeep takes you back to the coast and the beaches most tourists miss: Fokos, a raw and peaceful spot on the north shore; Loulos, a secluded bay with sapphire water and high rocks for diving; Kalafatis, a family bay with clear water and water sports on offer; Kapari, a tiny rocky cove with views across to Delos; and Houlakia, where local mythology says giants were buried after Hercules defeated them. You finish in Mykonos Town, walking past the windmills, Little Venice, and the Paraportiani Church while your guide points out the history and legends woven into the whitewashed lanes.

The jeep is air-conditioned and carries bottled water, coffee and tea. WiFi is on board. The tour runs four hours and you can ask to customize the stops or add a meal at a local taverna. That's arranged on request and costs extra. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and the pace suits all fitness levels.

What’s included

• Private 4x4 jeep transportation.
• live guide in English or Greek.
• hotel pickup and drop-off from any location on the island.
• bottled water, coffee and tea.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• WiFi on board.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private guided jeep tour of the hidden spots of MykonosGuide in English or Greek · 11 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 17:00Includes pickup

Sunset tourGuide in English or Greek · 14 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 17:30Jeep sunset tour, pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day15 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 17:30

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (6 and older) · Child (2 to 5 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Greek

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Mykonosoncall

Is this one for you?Book the standard daytime tour if you want to swim and explore at a relaxed pace, or choose the sunset option to time your finish in Mykonos Town for the light over the Aegean. Either way, the private jeep and customizable route let you skip the crowded beaches and spend four hours on the roads and coves most visitors never reach.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Greek.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 5 years); Infant (under 2): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between the standard tour and the sunset option?

The sunset tour follows the same route but times the stops and the finish in Mykonos Town to catch the light over the Aegean at the end of the day. Both are private jeep tours with the same guide, beaches and monastery. The sunset version simply shifts when you see them.

Can I swim at the beaches we visit?

Yes. Most stops include optional swim time if you want it: Agios Sostis, Fokos, Loulos, Kalafatis and Kapari all have water you can enter. Loulos and Kapari are known for diving and snorkeling. Kalafatis also rents snorkeling gear, jet skis and windsurfing equipment on the spot if you want to try something.

Is lunch or dinner included in the tour price?

No, but you can arrange a meal at a local taverna during the tour. Your guide can set it up, and you pay the restaurant directly. Fokos Beach has a seaside taverna with traditional local dishes, and Ano Mera village has tavernas around the main square.

How does pickup work if I'm staying outside Mykonos Town?

Pickup is included from any location on the island. After you book, the operator contacts you by email or WhatsApp to confirm your preferred start time and pickup location, so they collect you from your hotel or wherever you're staying.

What is Houlakia Beach and why is it on the route?

Houlakia is a striking stretch of coastline with unique rock formations and views across the water. Local mythology says it's where the Giants were buried after their defeat by Hercules, so it's a stop for the story as much as the scenery.

Do I need experience driving off-road to book this tour?

No. You're a passenger in the jeep with a guide who drives. No driving experience is required. The tour suits all fitness levels and infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.