Mykonos, Greece
Journey into the island's heartland to the village of Ano Mera and visit the 16th-century Tourliani Monastery before embarking on a private sightseeing adventure through cosmopolitan Mykonos Town.
Drive past distinctive Mykonos landmarks, including its iconic blue-domed churches, brilliant white architecture and gently spinning windmills and admire the view of Delos island from the small dock of the Agios Ioannis area before arriving at Ano Mera. Although it is the second most populated town on the island, it remains quaint. The village is centered around a large public square while the monastery is known for its marble bell tower and intricately carved baroque iconostasis (altar screen).
After exploring the village and monastery, enjoy the scenic drive back to Mykonos town where your walking tour will begin. The sightseeing tour through the whitewashed streets of Mykonos town will have you walking past an abundance of photogenic chapels, and whiter-than-white houses decked out with bougainvilleas and geraniums. You will be amazed by the narrow winding streets that can be a bit confusing; however, they were purposefully designed in this fashion to fool attacking pirates.
Keep your camera ready and take pictures from the island's most famous landmarks such as windmills and Little Venice (the most romantic places in the whole of Mykonos). Your walking tour will end at the seafront of Mykonos Town.
You will have the option of returning to your cruise ship or continuing with a stroll through the streets of Mykonos Town on your own.
Departure Time
9:00 AM
Duration
3 Hours 30 Minutres
Excursion Type
Scenic, Cultural
Activity Level
Moderate Physical Activity: A fair amount of walking is required, and you may need to climb up full flights of steps and or negotiate uneven terrain.
Important Notes
Recommended Dress
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled walking shoes. Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses are also recommended as it can get very hot on Delos. Please have your knees and shoulders covered if visiting a religious site.
Restrictions
Guests must be able to walk over cobblestones and uneven surfaces, inclines and steps. Guests must be able to get in and out of transportation. This tour is not wheelchair accessible because of the varied terrain at the sites you will be visiting.
Your cruise must be booked with John Heath Travel to book and/or attend our private excursions. If you are not booked with JHT, and you book our excursions, your tickets will be canceled, and there will be no refund issued. Excursion Cancellation Policy for guests booked with JHT: Excursions are NOT refundable once purchased, except in the event of cancellation by the tour operator, or if the event is sold out, and we are able to sell your ticket to another JHT guest. By booking these excursions, you, and all guests in your party agree to the JHT Terms & Conditions and the Shore Excursions Group Terms & Conditions. Excursion start times are subject to change.
