Private Jeep Tours Mykonos: Hidden Beaches & Coastal Routes

Drive past the crowds to quiet beaches, rocky viewpoints, and a 16th-century monastery.

A private Jeep tour of Mykonos with a local guide takes you off the typical tourist path to secluded beaches, coastal landmarks, and the whitewashed Panagia Tourliani Monastery in Ano Mera village. You travel at your own pace through rugged northern landscapes and peaceful viewpoints, with the flexibility to stop for photos or linger where you choose. The tour runs 3 to 5 hours depending on the option you select.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Mykonos hidden gems by Jeep

• Visit Armenistis Lighthouse
• Relax at Agios Sostis Beach
• Stop at Ftelia Beach
• Discover secluded Fokos Beach
• Enjoy Merchia Beach and chapel
• Tour Panagia Tourliani Monastery
• Explore Ano Mera village

The experience

The Armenistis Lighthouse, built in 1891 on the northwestern coast, anchors the route: a 19-meter beacon standing on the cliffs above the strait between Mykonos and Tinos, with views that stretch across the Cycladic water. From there, the Jeep takes you to beaches most visitors never reach: Ftelia, a sandy north-facing beach favored by windsurfers and backed by a neolithic settlement; Fokos, a rocky bay in the island's interior where a taverna sits nearly empty most days; Agios Sostis, an unspoiled 250-meter stretch without amenities; and Merchia, a small pebbled cove 8 kilometers from Ano Mera with a chapel of Saint Nicholas perched on the rocks nearby. None of these are accessible by bus.

The route also passes through Ano Mera, the island's second-largest village, where the Panagia Tourliani Monastery sits 8 kilometers from town. Built in 1542 and restored in 1767, the monastery has a whitewashed exterior with a colored dome, a marble fountain in its courtyard, and an interior wooden iconostasis carved by Florentine artists in 1775. A small ecclesiastical museum holds wood carvings, embroideries, and icons. The village itself remains quiet (locals move through their day without the crowds that fill the capital), and tavernas along the main square serve traditional dishes at local prices.

Your guide speaks English or Greek and shapes the day around what interests you: panoramic photo stops, time at a particular beach, the monastery's history, or simply driving the quieter roads. Private transportation means you set the rhythm, and bottled water is included. Infants can ride in specialized seats or on an adult's lap, and the terrain suits all fitness levels.

What’s included

• Private transportation in a Jeep.
• bottled water.
• a live guide in English or Greek.
• all fees and taxes.
• pickup from your hotel or accommodation.

Options for this experience

2 options

Half Day TourGuide in English or Greek · 23 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 18:00Safari lasting 3 hours, with bottled water or refreshments, 4 stops, a 4WD vehicle, and pickup is included.

JMK Adventure Tour (full day)Guide in English or Greek · 21 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 18:00Safari lasting 5 hours, with bottled water or refreshments, 7 stops, a 4WD vehicle, and 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 day23 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 18:00

Book up to10h before

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

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Greek

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Interluxury Services

Is this one for you?Choose the half-day option if you want the northern beaches and lighthouse in a morning or afternoon. Book the full day to add the monastery, Ano Mera village, and a slower pace at each stop. Either way, a private Jeep lets you linger where you want and skip what doesn't interest you. Something a group tour cannot offer.

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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 (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What is the Armenistis Lighthouse and why is it worth the drive?

Armenistis Lighthouse stands 19 meters tall on the northwestern cliffs, built in 1891 after a British steamship sank offshore in 1887. It remains fully functional and offers sweeping views of the water between Mykonos and Tinos: a working monument to the island's maritime history and one of the few viewpoints most visitors miss.

Can I reach Ftelia and Fokos without a private vehicle?

No. Ftelia and Fokos are both inaccessible by bus, which is why a Jeep tour is the practical way to visit them. Ftelia is known among windsurfers for its turquoise water and sandy shore. Fokos sits on a rocky bay in the interior and feels remote despite being close to town.

What is inside Panagia Tourliani Monastery?

The monastery, built in 1542 in Ano Mera village, holds an impressive wooden iconostasis carved by Florentine artists in 1775, depicting apostles, saints, and scenes from the New Testament. A small ecclesiastical museum displays wood carvings, embroideries, vestments, and the monastery's original bells.

How long does the tour take and can I choose a shorter option?

The tour runs between 3 and 5 hours depending on which option you book: a half-day or full-day version. Both include private transportation, a local guide, and bottled water.

What makes Merchia Beach different from the main beaches in Mykonos?

Merchia lies in the northeast, 8 kilometers from Ano Mera, in a small bay with a sandy shore and clear water. It has no umbrellas, sunbeds, taverns, or restaurants: only a few fishermen's houses and a chapel of Saint Nicholas on the rocks. Access requires crossing a dirt road, which keeps it quiet and undeveloped.