Private Tour Mykonos: Windmills, Lighthouse & Ano Mera

Three hours hitting Mykonos's most photographed spots without leaving the car

A private car tour of Mykonos with a driver-guide in English, Spanish or Italian, covering the Windmills, Armenistis Lighthouse, Ano Mera monastery and nearby beaches over three hours. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. The tour is designed for minimal walking, and you can request stops tailored to your interests within the time frame.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Mykonos Windmills15m
2. Armenistis Lighthouse15m

Explore Mykonos island highlights

• Visit Mykonos Windmills
• Stop at closest beach to town
• Visit monastery and shopping in Ano Mera
• Relax at white sandy beach
• See Armenistis Lighthouse views
• Enjoy stunning panoramic views
• Tour Panagia Tourliani Monastery

The experience

You get picked up from your hotel and driven to the island's most recognizable landmarks. The Mykonos Windmills come first (the iconic white structures that anchor every postcard), then the Armenistis Lighthouse with its panoramic views. The route also takes you to Ano Mera, Mykonos's second town, where the Panagia Tourliani Monastery (built in 1542 and renovated in the 1700s) stands as the main draw, and you have time to browse local shops if you want. Between stops, the driver points out beaches with clear water and soft sand where you can step out for photos.

The three-hour window is tight enough that you're always moving, but loose enough to linger at any stop that catches your eye. If you have a specific request (a particular beach, a longer pause at one monastery, a detour), the guide will work it in if time allows. You'll need to bring a camera and sun lotion. The tour provides a map and a bottle of water. The van or car seats your group privately, so the pace and the stops are yours alone, not dictated by a larger group's rhythm.

Two options are available: a two-and-a-half-hour highlights version or the full three-hour tour. Both operate the same way (private vehicle, driver-guide, hotel pickup) with the longer one giving you more time at each stop or the chance to add a site. A minimum of two people per booking is required. Children from age one are welcome when accompanied by an adult.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• private car or van for your group.
• driver-guide commentary.
• bottled water.
• a map per person.
• all taxes and fees.

Options for this experience

2 options

Two and a half hours of highlightsGuide in English, Spanish or Italian · 16 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 16:30Duration: 2 hours. This version is more concise, yet still covers all the key highlights, without the need for a lengthy 20-minute coffee break. Pickup is included

The Best of Mykonos: Private Tour (no walking)Guide in English, Spanish or Italian · 15 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 16:30Pickup 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 day16 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 16:30

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AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (5 to 14 years) · Infant (1 to 4 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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 2 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

Is this one for you?Book the two-and-a-half-hour option if you want the main sights (Windmills, Lighthouse, Ano Mera) without lingering. Choose the full three hours if you'd like time to explore beaches, the monastery interior, or to add a detour based on what interests you most.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 14 years); Infant (1 to 4 years).

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 Panagia Tourliani Monastery like, and how much time do you spend there?

The Panagia Tourliani Monastery in Ano Mera dates to 1542 and was rebuilt in the mid-1700s. It's dedicated to the Dormition of Theotokos and is the main cultural stop in the second town. The tour includes a visit, but the exact time depends on your interest and the overall pace of the day: the guide adjusts based on what you want to see.

Can you request specific beaches or stops, or is the itinerary fixed?

The itinerary is flexible within the time frame. If you have a special request (a particular beach, an extra stop, or a site you want to prioritize), the guide will do their best to fit it in during the three hours (or two and a half, depending on which option you choose).

Is there time to get out and walk around, or do you stay mostly in the car?

The tour is designed for minimal walking, so you spend most of the time in the private vehicle. You can step out at photo spots and at Ano Mera to visit the monastery and shops, but the emphasis is on covering ground and seeing the landmarks without long walks or hikes.

Does the tour include food or drinks beyond the water?

The tour provides bottled water and a map. Food and drinks are not included, so you'll want to plan a meal separately or bring snacks if you prefer to eat during the tour.