Private Greek Meze Picnic on Mykonos Secret Beach

Mykonian fish mezes, homemade spreads, and white wine on an isolated beach

A private meze picnic on Mykonos pairs handmade Greek appetizers and local white wine with a secluded beach and a guide who lives on the island. You taste marinated fish, homemade spreads, and dolmadakia while learning how locals prepare and pair these dishes. Three options let you add a walking tour through Mykonos town, a van route to Ano Mera village and the lighthouse, or go straight to the beach.

The experience

The picnic centers on mezes: small, intensely flavored dishes that Greeks eat as a ritual, not just food. You'll taste marinated anchovies and sardines, tarama made from fish roe, spicy cheese spread, homemade eggplant salad, and dolmadakia stuffed with rice, all paired with Greek white wine. A local guide walks you through how to choose aromatics, marinate fish, and build flavors the way Mykonians do. The mezes come fresh and handmade, not plated ahead. Breadsticks come from an artisanal bakery in town and Greek salad is made on the spot with local ingredients.

The three options shape your day. Private Picnic & Wine takes you straight to the secluded beach. Private Walk & Picnic adds a route through Mykonos town (Matoyianni street, the Old Port, the Church of Paraportiani, Little Venice, and the Windmills) before ending on the beach. Private Van & Picnic covers more ground: the Lighthouse, Ano Mera village, and Kalafatis beach for photos and sightseeing, then the picnic. All three end at the same isolated beach where you swim in clear water and talk with someone who knows how life actually works here.

The experience runs about two hours. Wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes. The beach is remote and high heels won't work. If you book with pickup and drop-off at the meeting point, that costs extra. The operator asks that you tell them about any food allergies ahead of time so they can adjust the spread. Ferries to Mykonos can run 45 minutes to an hour late, so plan for that if you're arriving by sea.

What’s included

• Handmade Mykonian mezes including marinated fish, homemade spreads, dolmadakia, and Greek salad made on the spot.
• Greek white wine.
• a local guide who speaks English and Greek.
• access to a secluded beach for swimming.

Options for this experience

3 options

Private picnic with wineGuide in English or Greek · Available from 1 May 2027

Private van and picnicGuide in English · Available from 1 Apr 2027Private van and picnic: take a 2-hour private van tour, then have a 2-hour picnic on a secluded beach. No walking is required. Duration: 4 hours

Private walk and picnicGuide in English or Greek · Available from 1 Apr 2027Private walk and picnic: wander the alleys of Mykonos Town, then unwind with a Greek–Mykonian picnic by the sea. Duration: 4 hours

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 timesNext departure: 1 Apr 2027

AgesAdult (18 to 90 years) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Greek

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go 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 13 days ago

Good to know

Not recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Is this one for you?Choose the Private Walk & Picnic if you want to see Mykonos town landmarks before settling on the beach; pick the Private Van & Picnic to cover more ground with less walking; go straight to the beach with Private Picnic & Wine if the food and water are all you came for. The isolated location means you'll need flat shoes and comfort with a quiet, remote setting. This is not a busy beach club.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Greek.

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 mezes will I actually taste on this picnic?

Marinated anchovies or sardines with olive oil, tarama made from fish roe, a spicy cheese spread, homemade eggplant salad, dolmadakia stuffed with rice, Greek salad made fresh on the spot, and breadsticks from a local bakery: all paired with Greek white wine.

Can I add a tour of Mykonos town to the beach picnic?

Yes. The Private Walk & Picnic option takes you through Matoyianni street, the Old Port, the Church of Paraportiani, Little Venice, and the Windmills before the picnic on the beach. The Private Van & Picnic covers the Lighthouse, Ano Mera village, and Kalafatis beach instead, then ends at the same secluded beach.

What should I bring or wear to this beach picnic?

Wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes. The beach is isolated and not suited to high heels. The operator provides the mezes, wine, and a place to swim. Bring sunscreen and a towel if you plan to go in the water.

How does the guide teach me about meze and wine?

The local guide shows you how to choose and pair aromatics, how to marinate fish, and how Mykonians build flavors into these small dishes. You learn by tasting and talking, not from a formal lesson.

Is there a minimum age for this experience?

Yes, participants must be at least 18 years old.