Private Mykonos tour: Lighthouse, monastery & town at your pace

See five stops without waiting for a group to catch up

A private 3-hour tour of Mykonos by air-conditioned vehicle with a local driver-guide who handles admission and timing. You visit Armenistis Lighthouse on the northwestern cliffs, the 16th-century Panagia Tourliani Monastery with its carved Florentine iconostasis, Ano Mera's traditional village square, Kalo Livadi Beach, and Mykonos Town. Free time at each stop lets you explore the windmills, Little Venice, and the Church of Panagia Paraportiani at your own pace.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Armenistis Lighthouse30m
2. Panagia Tourliani Monastery10m · entry included
3. Kalo Livadi Beach25m
4. Kalafatis Beach15m
5. Mykonos Windmills20m
6. Church of Panagia Paraportiani15m
7. Mykonos Town20m

Explore Mykonos island highlights

• Pickup in air-conditioned vehicle
• Visit Armenistis Lighthouse
• Tour Panagia Tourliani Monastery
• Explore Ano Mera village square
• Stop at Kalo Livadi Beach
• Visit Kalafatis Beach viewpoint
• Walk around Mykonos Windmills and Little Venice
• See Church of Panagia Paraportiani
• Free time in Mykonos Town

The experience

You're picked up from your cruise ship or hotel and driven in a private air-conditioned vehicle to Armenistis Lighthouse, perched on the northwestern cliffs. The driver shares stories about the island's maritime history while you take in views of the Aegean, Tinos, and Delos on the horizon. There's time to photograph and stretch your legs in the sea breeze before moving on.

Next is Panagia Tourliani Monastery, a 16th-century stone complex in the island's interior. Your driver handles the entrance fee so you walk straight in and explore the courtyard and church on your own. The main draw is the wooden iconostasis carved in Florence in the late 1700s, intricate and still catching light inside the quiet stone walls. You move through at your own pace, no group rhythm to follow.

Ano Mera is the only traditional village on Mykonos, and your guide walks you through the whitewashed square away from the resort crowds. The architecture is classic Cycladic (cubic, clean, simple), and the driver can point you toward a local café for a traditional Mykonian lunch or snack. From there you stop at Kalo Livadi Beach, soft golden sand and calm water, where you can wade, sit at a seaside café, or just stand and look. The driver can also take you to nearby Kalafatis Beach if you'd rather see the water sports scene instead.

The final stretch is Mykonos Town, where you have free time to wander the narrow stone streets, browse boutiques, and find the windmills and Little Venice on your own. The Church of Panagia Paraportiani (five small churches stacked and built into each other over centuries) sits waiting for photos. The whitewashed asymmetrical walls are the most photographed in Greece, and you can admire them from outside without a guide talking over the moment.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water and WiFi on board.
• entrance to Panagia Tourliani Monastery with admission handled by your driver.
• hotel or cruise ship pickup and return.
• government fees and fuel surcharge.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day20 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 17:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (17 and older) · Under 17: can't be booked

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 14 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Leaders Luxury Transfers

Is this one for you?Pickup is included from your hotel or cruise ship, so you don't need to arrange transport or navigate the island on your own. The 3-hour window fits a free afternoon between arrival and evening plans, and the private format means you set the pace at each stop instead of waiting for a group.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Greek.

What is inside the Panagia Tourliani Monastery that makes it worth the stop?

The monastery's main highlight is a wooden iconostasis, an altar screen carved in Florence in the late 1700s. The piece is intricately detailed and sits inside a peaceful 16th-century stone courtyard where you explore on your own.

How much free time do you actually get in Mykonos Town to walk around?

The tour includes free time in Mykonos Town for you to explore the narrow streets, visit the windmills and Little Venice, and see the Church of Panagia Paraportiani at your own pace. Your driver drops you at the entrance and you set the rhythm.

Can the driver take me to a different beach if I don't want to stop at Kalo Livadi?

Yes. Since this is a private tour, your driver can take you to nearby Kalafatis Beach instead if you prefer a spot known for water sports and a more active beach scene, or adjust the stops to match your interests.

Is the Armenistis Lighthouse accessible if I have mobility concerns?

The lighthouse sits on a cliffside and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Your driver can advise on what the walk involves when you're picked up, and can adjust your time there based on what works for you.