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Mykonos Shore Excursions

Mykonos Shore Excursions; Mykonos is considered to be Greece’s most modern and cosmopolitan Greek island, yet one that still resonates with the best of Greek traditions, which offers cruise passengers access to the best of both sides of the island’s personality.

There are so many reasons why you should join a Mykonos shore excursion and discover the other side of the island. Mykonos is not only drinking in clubs until the sun rises or spending the day in some of the biggest clubs in the world. Yes, that’s a great plan, but there are more things to do in Mykonos. Mykonos is well known as a party destination, as home to some of Europe’s most notorious nightclubs which attract vast numbers of people to Mykonos island every summer in search of a wild time.

However, what’s not to like about finding golden hidden beaches or learning about tales and myths and giants living in a colossal rock just a few kilometers away from the Mykonos coast? But hey, there’s nothing to fear! We have designed special Mykonos shore excursions and offers for your cruise trip, and cruise ship passengers who have outgrown the debauchery of spring break-style vacations. You will only need a few hours of your time to take a tour and discover these amazing places that often get missed by the majority of tourists.

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Let’s explore the most chosen mykonos shore excursions listed right below.

• Transfer offered;  Travelers pick up/drop off is offered.
• Pick up from;  We will pick you up from the cruise ship pier!
• Info needed;  When booking makes sure to include the name of the cruise line and the cruise ship!
• Pick-up time; We propose to pick you up at 08:00 am in order to avoid traffic and crowds!
• Drop off;  We will drop you off at the same place we have picked you up or at your cruise ship!

What is Included

• Professional driver
• English-speaking tour driver or/and escort with good knowledge of the history and culture of Mykonos
• Transport by air-conditioned vehicle appropriate for the size of your group
• Flexible pick-up time on request
• Free Pick-up & drop off at your cruise ship pier
• Free Pick-up & drop off at Mykonos cruise port
• Free Pick-up & drop off at Mykonos Airport
• First-class transport: By Mercedes E-Class or similar; Mercedes minivan or Mercedes minibus according to the size of your party. All new models come with full leather and A/C.
• Local taxes
• The private tour is 100% exclusive for your party

What is Excluded

• Entrance fees to the archaeological sites and museum
• Wine tasting fee (wine tours)
• Gratuities (optional)
• Food and beverage
• Official licensed tour guide for guiding inside the archeological sites. Available on request with a surcharge
• Your private chauffeur/escort will discuss a program best suited to your interest and mobile abilities if necessary. Option for a professional tour guide with a state license at an extra cost.
• Private Shore Excursion
• Activity level: Moderate
• Departures: Daily

Restrictions

• Due to the high complexity and uncertainty of contemporary transportation, as well as unexpected situations, the planned itinerary can change at any moment and our choices may be affected by any social, economic, or environmental phenomena!

Guaranteed Departures

• Mykonos Tours Greece is proud to be the first in the industry to offer Guaranteed Departures. A guaranteed departure means; There is no minimum number of bookings required for a trip to run and that the tour will definitely operate on the day it is scheduled and will not be canceled. All guaranteed departures will run except in the event of a natural disaster or another similarly disruptive event that is beyond our control. Our current collection of tours can take you to exciting places in Athens and around the world.

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• A voucher will be emailed to you with our contact numbers and all the necessary information for your tour.
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Persons with Disabilities

• Due to uneven surfaces, certain sites are not recommended for persons with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair. Most of Mykonos Town (Chora) commercial center is either flat or has cobblestone, flagstone-paved streets and lanes with slight inclines, though there are some lanes that have steps. Note though, the center is surrounded by hills, some of which are steep, but you could easily avoid those and still have plenty to see on flatter terrain. Alternatively, you could visit a beach like Platis Gialos or Ornos with a good selection of hotels & restaurants alongside or close to the beaches which are flat!
• In all cases, we recommend comfortable flat-soled walking shoes, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
• For guests who are full-time wheelchair users, a ramp vehicle will be needed. Guests may remain in their wheelchairs or scooters for the duration of the excursion. Wheelchair or scooter dimensions are required in order to confirm the correct vehicle!
• Wheelchair or small scooter folding type only. (Please note that disabled passengers must be able to board the vehicle independently or with the assistance of those in their party.)

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• January 6: 08:30 AM – 03:00 PM
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• March 25: closed
• Good Friday: 12:00 PM – 03:00 PM
• Holy Saturday: 08:30 AM – 03:00 PM
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• October 28: 08:30 AM- 03:00 PM
• December 25 & 26: closed
• Sedans ;  Within 24 hrs of travel 100% fee will apply. Outside of 24 hrs, a €2 per person cancellation charge will apply.
• Minivan; Within 36 hrs of travel 100% fee will apply. Outside of 36 hrs, a €2 per person cancellation charge will apply.
• Minibus 10-20 seats; Within 96 hrs of travel 100% fee will apply. Outside of 96 hrs, a €2 per person cancellation charge will apply.
• Excursions canceled by us or because of FORCE MAJEURE will be fully refunded
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• Duration: 3 hours
• Tour Size: 40 pax
• Tour Language: English
• Transport: Air-Conditioned bus

Old Port in Mykonos Town

• 01. April - 30. November

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Finish your tour in at the Mykonos waterfront close to tenders and sea-buses. 

Departure Location

Departuretime:.

Morning Tour: 10:15 am

Afternoon Tour: 4:30 pm (16:30)

Meeting Time

15 minutes before Tour Departure Time

Price Includes

• English- Speaking Guide

Price Excludes

• Hotel Pick up / Drop off - on request: 10 € / per person, per way
• Any Private Expenses
• Gratuities for Guide & Driver

What to Expect

• Learn about local culture, history and way of life in Mykonos
• Make a short stop at Kalafatis beach
• Visit the charming Ano Mera village
• Walk through fantasy-like streets of Mykonos Town
• Take beautiful photos of Windmills, Little Venice & the iconic Paraportiani Church

Important info

• Tour is not suitable for people with walking difficulties. There is approx. '1 hour' of walking involved on cobble-stone streets of Mykonos Town and also you have to be able to navigate few steps.
• Tour is scheduled to start on time. Late arrivals not refunded (partial OR full).
• If you are arriving from a Cruise Ship which is not able to dock in Mykonos Port we will issue a full refund.
• Itinerary subject to change.

10 am - Morning Itinerary

10:00 am – We will meet you at Old Port in Mykonos Town.

10:15 am – Excursions departs and heads to the far south of the Island to Kalafatis Beach (15 minutes stop).

11:00 am – Leaving Kalafatis beach and heading to Ano Mera where you will have 20 minutes free time.

11:30 am – Leaving Ano Mera village and heading to Mykonos Town.

12:05 pm – Arriving in Mykonos Town for a walking part of the Excursion (stop by Windmills, Little Venice and Paraportiani Church).

13:30 pm – Finishing the Tour at Mykonos Town water-front.

4:30 pm (16:30) - Afternoon Itinerary

16:15 pm – We will meet you at Old Port in Mykonos Town.

16:30 pm – Excursions departs and heads to the far south of the Island to Kalafatis Beach (15 minutes stop).

17:15 pm – Leaving Kalafatis beach and heading to Ano Mera where you will have 20 minutes free time.

17:45 pm – Leaving Ano Mera village and heading to Mykonos Town.

18:15 pm – Arriving in Mykonos Town for a walking part of the Excursion (stop by Windmills, Little Venice and Paraportiani Church).

19:45 pm – Finishing the Tour at Mykonos Town water-front.

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Mykonos is considered by many to be Greece’s most modern and cosmopolitan Greek island , yet one that still resonates with the best of Greek traditions, and booking Mykonos shore excursions offers Mediterranean cruise passengers access to the best of both sides of the island’s personality.

If you’re captivated and intrigued by Greek mythology, Greek ruins, and ancient history, book one of the Mykonos cruise excursions to Delos. A local boat will whisk you over calm waters to this uninhabited island, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and once a thriving center of trade and commerce. It is said to be the birthplace of Apollo, son of the god Zeus. A guide will regale you with tales of mythology and lore as you gaze at the ruins of the Temple of Apollo. Walk the ruins to explore the archeological finds, and snap pictures at the Terrace of the Lions.  Mykonos shore excursions that offer cruisers an opportunity explore the island’s culinary roots are a popular way to enjoy the island’s more traditional ways. Spend time getting to know life in a typical Mykonos household with a tour and cooking class at a private home. Discover the joys of Greek wine on a visit to a rural Greek organic farm and winery. Sample wines and savor traditional mezes (snacks).

To thoroughly enjoy the island’s hip Euro vibe as well as its serene beauty, schedule Mykonos shore excursions offering a scenic tour of island landmarks that includes gently spinning windmills, iconic white-washed buildings, blue-domed churches, and of course, spectacular white-sand beaches. Enjoy the view of yachts, mega- and not so, moored close by as you soak up the good life in Mykonos Town, with its party-on energy, and upscale Greek shops , restaurants and cafes.

If the beach is your idea of heaven, you can choose land or sea routes to get there, and whichever shore excursion you book, it’s guaranteed to be spectacular. Sail along the island’s southern coast, and when the anchor drops, dive right off the boat into the clear blue water. Sunbathing and snacking on board are encouraged. Land excursions by motor coach are available to take you to Elia Beach, the island’s longest, and some say the most beautiful, or Kalafatis beach, the only beach on the island that is surrounded by trees. Both beaches are family friendly and offer beach chairs, umbrellas, multiple watersports, and plenty of tavernas , and cafés. Choosing where to go in Greece can be difficult, but make sure to have Mykonos on your bucket list.

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The Rhenia-Delos Cruise was amazing! Beautiful traditional Greek boat, food delicious and Rhenia Island is out of this world.

While this tour was smaller than tours given thru the cruise ship (which I enjoy), it was a bit more walking than expected and my mother-in-law had some issues with hills and steps. But for myself, it was a good tour. The tour guide was great!

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PRICE: 85 € / person Mykonos Shore Excursion designed for Cruise Ship passengers with limited time in Mykonos Island.

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PRICE: 45 € / person Sightseeing tour of Mykonos Island & Town. Walking Mykonos Town Tour & Island by vehicle.

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PRICE: 150 € per person (low season) / 170 € per person (high season) Enjoy a day at the Aegean Sea on a Semi-Private Catamaran Cruise

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PRICE: 120 € per person (low season) / 140 € per person (high season) Enjoy unique Sailing experience and relax under the Aegean Sun. Full meal & drinks included.

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PRICE: 60 € per adult / 35 € per child Come on-board and enjoy the breathtaking sunset over Aegean Sea. See Little Venice & Mykonos Town up close from the sea.

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PRICE: 85 € per adult / 43 € per child Sail to uninhabited Rheina Island, swim in crystal-clear waters of the Aegean Sea, sunbathe on the sandy deserted beach and enjoy homemade traditional Greek lunch.

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The island of Mykonos is world famous for its stunning scenic beauty comprised of windmills, sparking bays, superb beaches, white houses and churches with their colorful blue and red domes. You'll pass by Ornos Beach, one of the most cosmopolitan beaches on the island with an abundance of luxurious hotels, tavernas and yachts mooring offshore.

You’ll make a short photo stop at the beach of Kalafatis to experience one of the island's beautiful beaches and to enjoy the breathtaking view. As you head to the center of the island, you'll visit the village of Ano Mera and the Monastery Panayia Tourliani. You’ll also have a chance to enjoy ouzo and Greek appetizers in the peaceful little square of the village.

• Adult from: € 91,26 EUR
• Child from: € 54,39 EUR

Duration 4 hrs

Not far from Mykonos lies the island of Delos, the mythical birthplace of the Goddess Artemis and God Apollo - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Like Delphi, Delos was a major sanctuary dedicated to Apollo, the Olympian god of prophecy, music, healing and more. Apollo’s sanctuary attracted pilgrims from all over Greece, creating one of the wealthiest and most revered shrines of antiquity.

Here you’ll find traces of Aegean civilizations, from the 3rd millennium B.C. to the palaeo-Christian era. The archaeological site is exceptionally extensive and rich, and conveys the image of a great cosmopolitan Mediterranean port. The island's landscape consists solely of ruins systematically excavated since 1872 and a museum.

After reaching the island by ferry boat, you’ll discover among the ruins, one of the island’s most spectacular relics, the Avenue of the Lions, where perfect replicas of the 7th century Naxian marble beasts crouch in silent vigilance at the sacred lake where Leto gave birth to her twins. Beyond, a path leads to Mt. Kynthos, where Zeus observed the event.

• Adult from: € 118,92 EUR
• Child from: € 72,82 EUR

Mykonos is world famous for its beautiful golden sandy beaches and transparent waters. Along the south coastline of Mykonos lie some of the island’s most beautiful beaches. The beach is a short drive from your ship. Here you can enjoy the clear waters of the Aegean Sea along with a sandy beach and the sun. You’ll find everything you need for a relaxing or an exciting time on the beach. Sun beds and umbrellas are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Adult from: € 46,09 EUR
• Child from: € 46,09 EUR

Cruise to the sacred island of Delos and view a wealth of ruins using an electronic tablet with augmented-reality software that shows the structures as they appeared in ancient times.

After departing from the pier, you will soon arrive at a boat launch and begin a picturesque cruise to the nearby island of Delos. According to Greek mythology, Apollo and his twin sister Artemis were born on Delos, which was first settled in the third millennium B.C. Archaeological discoveries excavated here have been deemed so indicative of an ancient cosmopolitan port that the entire island is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.

All of the structures on Delos are excavated ruins, except for the museum and a few buildings for personnel. The landscape remains largely unaltered since ancient times because a town was never built over the original port, a rarity few other archaeological sites share.

As you meander through the rather barren island, you will behold ruins that include temples, statues, mosaic floors and roads such as the Sacred Way, which leads to the Sanctuary of Apollo. Another highlight is the Terrace of Lions, named for the Naxian marble lions that guard it. The originals are in the island’s museum to protect them from the elements.

To enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the ruins, you will be provided with an electronic tablet with 3D augmented-reality software. Just point the tablet’s camera at a ruin, and you can view the structure as it originally stood centuries ago.

• Adult from: € 152,10 EUR
• Child from: € 106,01 EUR

Mykonos On Foot

Duration 2 1/2 hrs

Arguably the best known of all the Greek islands, Mykonos is renowned today for its nightlife, lively beaches, charming narrow streets, white houses and churches. Both the lifestyle and history of the island are showcased during this walking tour. You’ll visit the Aegean Maritime Museum, which goal is the preservation, promotion and study of the Greek maritime history and tradition, and in particular the evolution and activities of the merchant ship, chiefly in the historic region of the Aegean Sea. In the museum's garden lie reproductions of ancient marble gravestones from the islands of Mykonos and Delos, dealing with shipwrecks and sailors who were lost at sea.

Continue your walk with an exploration of the Mykonos that tourists seldom see, and discover her mysteries amid narrow winding streets lined with whitewashed houses, signature blue trim and walled gardens. Discover the town's deliberately confusing layout, designed to fool attacking pirates. The nearby windmills, an island trademark, once ground wheat that was used to bake bread. Now they stand as symbols of the island and afford a wonderful photo opportunity. Finally, do as the Mykonians and enjoy a refreshment of ouzo with some traditional mezedes before returning to your ship.

• Adult from: € 82,04 EUR
• Child from: € 63,61 EUR

Duration 5 hrs

Snap selfies at the most photogenic spots in and around Mykonos, many of them iconic attractions that define the island. To ensure the best possible results, a selfie expert guide will offer tips so you can capture just the right angle, lighting and composition for every shot. Selfie sticks are available and complemented by a convenient photo frame, enabling you to capture, share, and post the best pictures.

As you walk and ride around Mykonos, you will pause at designated selfie stops that include: • Mykonos Old Port • Little Venice neighborhood • Ano Mera village • A Mykonoian farm • Kalafatis Beach • Mykonos viewpoint

• Take inspiring selfies at the most photogenic attractions on Mykonos. • Follow tips from your selfie expert guide to ensure the very best pictures. • Learn the historical significance of the locales while enjoying their dramatic settings. • Spend free time in Mykonos Town, home to the artistic neighborhood Little Venice. • See an array of destinations ranging from Ano Mera village to Kalafatis Beach. • Enjoy a tasting of local products at a typical farm on Mykonos.

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• Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes. • Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. • Be sure your phone or camera is fully charged.

• Adult from: € 137,35 EUR
• Child from: € 128,13 EUR

Gourmet Tour - Mykonian Seafood Treasures

Dine at a waterfront restaurant on Paraga Beach, an ideal setting to savor signature seafood of Mykonos. On the way there, you will pass through the naturally beautiful landscape that is so representative of Mykonos. Upon reaching Paraga, the island’s southernmost beach, you will settle in at Tasos Tavern, which overlooks a lengthy stretch of white sand and the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea. It has become a dining institution of sorts, having opened in 1962. The large islands that you will see on the not too distant horizon are Paros and Naxos. The waters surrounding Mykonos yield an abundance of fish, squid and mussels, some of which may on the lunch menu. A meze of grilled sardines seasoned with olive oil and lemon juice might also be served. To complement the meal, you will enjoy wines that pair perfectly with the dishes.

• Dine at a waterfront tavern overlooking the southernmost beach on Mykonos. • Savor classic mezes made with locally sourced ingredients. • Enjoy dishes that highlight the bounty of seafood in the surrounding Aegean Sea.

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing. • Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

• Adult from: € 192,66 EUR
• Child from: € 192,66 EUR

Gourmet Tour - Mykonian Unique Flavors

Duration 3 1/2 hrs

Savor a traditional lunch at a family-owned farmstead where everything for your meal is grown in the garden and produced on the premises. As you travel inland to this heritage farm, you will pass through a beautiful and fruitful landscape. With each mile, it will seem as if you are going further back in time, to a period when farming was done by hand and everything was grown organically. Such is the setting of the Rizes Folklore Farmstead, where the Zouganeli family farms the land using age-old methods. Chances are, the aromas of fresh-baked bread will be wafting through the air, piquing your senses for the classic Mykonian meal to follow. The menu usually includes delicious mezes and meat pies made from recipes handed down over the generations. You may also be offered local ouzo, wine or tsipouro, a grape-distilled spirit flavored with anise.

• Visit a farmstead that has been producing food using traditional methods for generations. • Dine on a meal that highlights the ingredients grown on the family-owned farmstead. • Complement the meal with local wine, ouzo and tsipouro.

• Adult from: € 459,99 EUR
• Child from: € 459,99 EUR

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NCL makes arrangements for Guests for shore excursions solely for the convenience of the Guest; NCL does not act on behalf of or supervise the parties or persons who own, furnish, or operate such excursions, and the same are provided by independent contractors. NCL assumes no responsibility for, nor guarantees the performance of, any such excursion provider, and Guests acknowledge that NCL shall not be liable for losses or injuries arising from the acts or omissions of such provider.

Participation in activities and excursions may involve physical exertion, and may be potentially hazardous or dangerous. It is the responsibility of each individual to determine whether you are capable of engaging in any activity. Participation in any activity or excursion is at your own risk.

Photographs are for illustration purposes only used to represent the excursion experience and may not accurately depict the excursion, location, or activity indicated.

Die Teilnahme an Aktivitäten und Exkursionen kann körperlich anstrengend sein und unter Umständen Risiken und Gefahren beinhalten. Jeder einzelne Gast trägt die Verantwortung dafür, einzuschätzen, ob er/sie in der Lage ist, an entsprechenden Aktivitäten teilzunehmen. Die Teilnahme an Aktivitäten und Exkursionen erfolgt auf eigene Gefahr.

Die Fotos dienen ausschließlich zur Veranschaulichung der Exkursionserfahrung und bilden möglicherweise die entsprechende Exkursion, den Ort oder die Aktivität nicht akkurat ab.

A participação em atividades e excursões pode envolver esforço físico e pode ser perigosa. É sua responsabilidade determinar se você é capaz de participar das atividades. A participação em qualquer atividade ou excursão é por sua conta e risco.

As fotos são apenas para fins ilustrativos, usadas para representar a experiência da excursão e podem não retratar com precisão a localização ou atividade indicada.

アクティビティや寄港地観光ツアーには激しい活動を行うものもあり、危険が伴う場合もあります。 内容がご自身に適したものかは各自でご判断ください。 アクティビティや寄港地観光ツアーへは、あくまでもご自身の責任でご参加いただきますようお願いいたします。

写真は寄港地観光ツアーの体験を表現するためのもので、実際のツアーや場所、アクティビティとは異なる場合があります。

La partecipazione ad attività ed escursioni potrebbe prevedere sforzi fisici e potrebbe essere potenzialmente rischiosa o pericolosa. È responsabilità di ciascun individuo stabilire se si è in grado di partecipare a qualsiasi attività. La partecipazione a qualunque attività o escursione è a proprio rischio e pericolo.

Le fotografie utilizzate per raffigurare l'escursione sono unicamente a fini illustrativi e potrebbero non rappresentare accuratamente l'escursione, il luogo o l'attività indicata.

La participation aux activités et excursions peut demander un effort physique et peut parfois être potentiellement dangereuse. Il revient à toute personne de déterminer si elle est capable de participer à une activité ou non. La participation à toute activité ou excursion se fait à vos propres risques.

Les photos sont affichées à titre d'illustration uniquement et de représentation de l'expérience et peuvent ne pas représenter l'excursion, le lieu ou l'activité indiqués avec précision.

השתתפות בפעילויות ובסיורים עשויה לכלול מאמץ פיזי, ועלולה להיות מסוכנת. זוהי אחריותו של כל אדם לקבוע האם הוא מסוגל להשתתף בכל פעילות. השתתפות בכל פעילות או סיור היא על אחריותכם בלבד.

תמונות מוצגות לצורך הדגמה בלבד, הן משמשות כדי לייצג את חוויית הסיור ועלולות שלא לתאר במדויק את הסיור, המיקום או הפעילות.

Las fotografías son solo para fines ilustrativos y se utilizan para representar la experiencia de la excursión y es posible que no reflejen con precisión la excursión, el lugar o la actividad indicada.

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Panoramic Mykonos 4x4 SUV Adventure

• Experience Mykonos like never before on our thrilling Adventure Style SUV, exploring the hidden gems of this beautiful island
• Discover the historic charm of St. Ioannis port and Ano Mera Village, capturing the essence of local life through memorable photos
• Visit Panagia Tourliani monastery, with its historically significant collection of icons, holy vessels, and marble fountain
• Enjoy a traditional Mykonian farm-fresh light lunch or snack, complemented by an aromatic, sweetened raki beverage
• Marvel at the stunning, unspoiled beaches of Kalo Livadi, Kalafati, and Aghia Anna, capturing panoramic views of Mykonos

Enjoy a unique expedition around the island in a Land Rover Discovery from a different point of view, full of traditional and authentic images and experiences. Your professional driver and guide will take you to the first stop at the picturesque small port of St. Ioannis, an area named after a small church of great historical significance dedicated to Saint John ("Ioannis" in Greek).

First, head to Ornos Beach, one of the trendiest and most popular beaches in the Aegean Sea before passing the Mykonos' airport with panoramic views of the runway on your way to Ano Mera Village. The drive to Ano Mera winds through the island's agricultural and livestock raising areas, before arriving at one of the oldest, most quaint, and quiet villages found on Mykonos. Here at Ano Mera Village, you will have an abundance of photo opportunities as locals live their everyday lives without the interruption of tourists.

Very near to Ano Mera is the impressive monastery of Panagia Tourliani. The main church was built in 1542 and restored in 1767; here the church houses a superb collection of icons made by a Cretan painter, holy vessels, and vestments. The bell-tower and marble fountain, in the courtyard of the monastery, are a must-see for anyone traveling in Mykonos. You will have the opportunity to join a guide for a walk through the monastery chambers, if you so choose (entrance fee of 2 EUR per person is not included).

After leaving the monastery, ride over to a Mykonian traditional farm for a light snack or lunch (approximately 20 EUR per person, not included). The light lunch will consist of bread, tomatoes, kopanisti (salty, spicy cheese), cucumbers, and poor man's caviar (chopped black olives), all while enjoying traditional raki (sweetened, often anise-flavored, alcoholic drink).

Upon leaving the traditional farm, head over to Kalo Livadi, Kalafati, and Aghia Anna, the most distant and beautiful beaches in all of Mykonos. Here you will have an opportunity to take pictures while stretching out and getting your feet wet before heading back towards Mykonos town. Along the way, stop for even more amazing photos as the panoramic views of Mykonos are laid out in front of you.

This tour covers a lot of ground in a Land Rover Discovery, taking you to the furthest, most remote areas of Mykonos.

Avoid these 10 mistakes when booking cruise shore excursions

C ruise lines offer shore excursions for your convenience. Instead of spending hours reading up on a port, crafting the perfect eight-hour activity schedule or researching local tour guides, you can simply choose from a list of curated tour options. Easy peasy ... except you can still screw it up.

If you want the perfect day in port, you need to be savvy about your tour planning. Avoid rookie mistakes, and never do these 10 things when booking shore excursions for your next cruise.

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Don't skip the destination research

Cruise line shore excursions try to cover the most popular sights and attractions in a destination, but your ship might not offer a tour to every interesting spot in or near the port. If you don't do your own destination research and only make your tour decisions based on what the cruise line is offering, you might miss out on an activity you'd enjoy more.

Take the time to do some independent sleuthing for each port on your itinerary before deciding how to spend your limited, precious time ashore. Perhaps you'd prefer a local hike you can do on your own, a religious site that's especially meaningful to you, or an attraction or tour that relates to one of your specific hobbies or interests.

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Don't ignore the reviews

Can you tell the difference between an overcrowded tourist trap and a fabulous site from the shore excursion description? I can't, and neither can anyone else. The marketing copy is designed to sell the tour.

Read what other travelers have to say about a specific excursion or attraction before plunking down your money and signing up for that tour. You don't even need to seek out a third-party site. Some cruise lines have shore excursion reviews right on their websites.

Don't gloss over the fine print

Cruise lines provide a lot of details about a shore excursion, from how long it lasts to how much physical activity is involved and how you'll be exploring. Yet so many cruisers don't bother to read the full description or the fine print. If you skip this step, you won't realize that the bus tour only passes by, rather than stops at, a famous cathedral or museum. Or, you might miss a note explaining that there's no free time or food included.

I went on a tour in Cagliari, Sardinia, sold as a long morning of walking on cobblestoned streets. One elderly passenger, struggling and out of breath, turned to me and said, "I had no idea this tour would involve so much walking!" I had to bite my tongue. Who would have guessed that about a tour called "Exploring Cagliari On Foot?"

If you want to know exactly what you're booking, take the time to read the complete description.

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Don't neglect the independent option

Cruise line tours are convenient, but they're not always the most customizable or economical options. If you're traveling as a family or with a group of friends, you might be better off hiring your own guide for the day. Not only could it be less expensive than five or six shore excursion tickets, but you'll also be able to create a tour based on your interests.

Even couples traveling alone might find more affordable group tours offered by independent operators or tour options not offered by the cruise line. Online message boards and Facebook groups can be great resources for finding other travelers on your cruise ship interested in joining you on a private tour.

Don't book your excursions too late

Not all shore excursions are large group bus tours with multiple departures. Boat trips and cycling tours might have caps on the number of participants, and some tour times are more popular than others. In some ports, cruise lines might arrange a special experience — such as Cognac blending or pasta making — that is meant for a small group.

If you have your heart set on a particular tour, don't assume it will have space available if you wait to book until you board your cruise ship. Look over the shore excursion options in advance, and be ready to reserve your spot online as soon as they open for booking. If not, you risk losing out on the opportunity to have that cool once-in-a-lifetime experience, such as salmon fishing in Alaska or wagyu sampling in Japan.

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Don't ignore your personal limitations

Easily carsick? Hawaii's winding Road to Hana is not for you. Not physically fit? Skip the hiking and biking tours, no matter how fun they sound. Usually the first to get seasick? A catamaran ride is the wrong choice.

Don't let the romance of a tour description convince you to overlook your physical limitations. Overdo it, and you'll waste a vacation day feeling miserable — or, worse, end up with an injury. No beautiful waterfall or ancient ruin is worth that.

Don't assume you need an organized tour

Don't feel compelled to take a tour just because one is offered. Plenty of ports don't require a shore excursion. Some — like St. Tropez or Mykonos — are truly lovely places to wander, get lost in the shop-lined streets and end up at an alfresco restaurant for a long, wine-soaked lunch.

Just be sure to read up on the area around the dock so that you know whether you'll be pulling right up to the center of the action or if sightseeing on your own requires a shuttle or a cab. Grab a tourist map, or use a map app on your phone so you don't get lost.

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Don't go-go-go all day, every day

In a misguided attempt to maximize their vacation time, some cruise travelers make a point to book all-day tours on every port day, exhausting themselves with endless sightseeing or active endeavors in the hot Caribbean sun. Especially on port-intensive itineraries, this can lead to excursion burnout.

Your best vacation is made up of activities that make you happy. When you're in the sun-drenched Caribbean , it's perfectly OK to skip the waterfall hike or the visit to a rum distillery and book a resort pass to spend the day on a cushy lounge chair by a quiet pool, frozen drink in hand.

Don't cancel at the last minute

Most cruise lines allow you to cancel your shore excursion plans with a certain amount of notice. You can take advantage of that flexibility by booking tours early to reserve a spot and canceling if you find a more interesting private tour or decide that you'd rather have a day to wander on your own.

If you don't want to forfeit the price of the tour, however, you need to cancel in advance, usually one or two days before that port of call. If you contact the shore excursion desk that morning to say you're not feeling well and want to skip out, you'll still get charged on your final cruise bill.

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Don't be penny-wise and pound-foolish

If you came all this way on a cruise to see the local sights, don't let the cost of exploring limit that experience. Staying on the ship — or wandering the sometimes-sad area right by a port — is no way to get good value from your cruise vacation.

Budget wisely for in-port exploration when you plan your sailing so you can experience the attractions and activities that sold you on the destination in the first place. If you have to, skip that massage or cocktail — things you can easily get back home — in order to afford a couple of excursions. After all, who knows when you'll be back in that part of the world again?

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