Mykonos Island Private Tour by Luxury Minibus: Beaches & Ano Mera

See Mykonos beyond the port in a single afternoon without renting a car

A private 4-hour minibus tour of Mykonos covers the island's quieter side: coastal drives past Kalafatis and Kalo Livadi beaches, a walk through the traditional village of Ano Mera and its 16th-century Panagia Tourliani Monastery, and stops at Armenistis Lighthouse and a final viewpoint overlooking Mykonos Town. The tour runs with a live English or Greek-speaking guide and includes hotel or port pickup, air-conditioned transport, and bottled water.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each5 stops

1. Kalafatis Beach15m
2. Kalo Livadi Beachpassing by
3. Panagia Tourliani Monastery40m
4. Armenistis Lighthouse30m
5. Mykonos Cruise Portpassing by

Explore Mykonos island highlights

• Scenic drive along coastline
• Visit Divounia Mykonos fishing settlement
• Walk in Ano Mera village square
• Tour Panagia Tourliani Monastery
• Relax at Agios Sostis beach
• See views from Armenistis Lighthouse
• Photo stop at Mykonos viewpoint
• Return to hotel or port

The experience

If you're docked at Mykonos Cruise Port or staying on the island with a free afternoon, this tour solves the problem of seeing beyond the waterfront without arranging your own transport. The minibus picks you up and heads straight to the eastern coast, where you'll pass Kalafatis and Kalo Livadi beaches: long stretches of sand known for their natural setting rather than the crowds. The drive itself is part of the itinerary. You're not just getting from A to B, but seeing how the island's landscape shifts as you move across it.

The heart of the tour is Ano Mera, the second-largest village on Mykonos and one of its oldest. You'll spend roughly an hour here, walking the central square where traditional taverns face whitewashed buildings, then visiting Panagia Tourliani Monastery. Built in 1542 and restored in 1767, the monastery is the island's tutelary shrine and sits at the heart of Mykonian religious life. From there, the route continues to Armenistis Lighthouse on the northwestern tip: a structure built in 1891 that commands panoramic views of the Aegean. A final photo stop gives you a classic vantage point over Mykonos Town before the return to your starting point.

The vehicle is air-conditioned and carries up to 11 passengers, so a family or small group travels together without splitting across multiple bookings. WiFi is available on board, and the operator provides bottled water. If you're traveling with infants or small children, baby car seats are available on request, and children can travel in a pram or stroller when you stop to walk. The guide speaks English or Greek depending on your preference.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned minibus transport for up to 11 passengers.
• pickup from your hotel or cruise port.
• bottled water on board.
• WiFi access during the tour.
• all fees and taxes.
• baby car seat upon request for children 0–36 kg.

Options for this experience

3 options

2-hour highlights tour of the islandUp to 11 per booking · Guide in English or Greek · 21 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 18:00Duration: 2 hours. Mykonos in a Flash: Experience the essential beauty of Mykonos on a private 2-hour tour. Vehicle options: an SUV for up to 4 passengers or a minibus for 5 to 11 passengers. Pickup is included.

Private Mykonos Island tour in a luxury minibus for up to 11 passengersUp to 11 per booking · Guide in English or Greek · 14 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 14:30Pickup is included

Private tour in an SUVUp to 4 per booking · Guide in English or Greek · 14 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 14:30BMW X2 or similar, pickup included

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

Information

Lasts 4h, runs every day, 21 start times, from € 100 per person, with a live guide in English and Greek, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day21 departure times: 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30 and 18:00Last departure this season: 15 Nov

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Greek

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Book up to9h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years): free · Child (4 to 12 years): free · Infant (under 4): free

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by SZS Mykonos Transfer

Is this one for you?Book the minibus option if you're traveling as a group of up to 11 or want to share the cost with other travelers. Choose the SUV if your party is smaller and you prefer a more intimate pace. The 4-hour window fits a cruise port stop or a half-day window in your Mykonos stay, leaving the rest of the day free for the town or a beach of your own choosing.

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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: Youth (13 to 17 years): free; Child (4 to 12 years): free; Infant (under 4): free.

How much of the 4 hours is actually spent driving versus walking and exploring?

The operator allocates the remaining time after attractions to transportation, so most of the four hours covers the route between stops. You'll spend roughly an hour in Ano Mera village and at the monastery, plus time at Armenistis Lighthouse and the final viewpoint. The rest is the scenic drive along the coast and between sites.

What is Panagia Tourliani Monastery and why is it significant to Mykonos?

Panagia Tourliani is a 16th-century monastery built in 1542 and restored in 1767, named after an icon of the Virgin Mary found in the nearby area of Tourlos. It is the tutelary shrine of Mykonos and celebrates its feast day on August 15th, making it a central landmark in the island's religious and cultural life.

Can I book this tour if I'm arriving on a cruise ship?

Yes. Pickup from Mykonos Cruise Port is included, so you can arrange to be collected when you disembark and returned before the ship departs. Confirm your ship's schedule when booking so the operator can time the return accordingly.

Are there beaches where I can swim, or are these stops just for viewing?

The tour passes Kalafatis, Kalo Livadi, Agios Ioannis, and Agios Sostis beaches as part of the scenic drive and photo stops. The itinerary doesn't include dedicated swimming time, but you see the beaches and can photograph them. The focus is on the drive, the village, the monastery, and the lighthouse views.