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Monastery Of Panagia Tourliani

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Mykonos: Highlights Tour with Panagia Tourliani Monastery

1. Mykonos: Highlights Tour with Panagia Tourliani Monastery

After you have been collected from your pick-up location (your hotel or the cruise-ship port),you will walk with your guide in the labyrinth of the old town between the whitewashed buildings. You will have the opportunity to admire the Windmills, the Little Venice and the famous church of Paraportianni and if you are lucky, find Petros the pelican, the mascot of Mykonos. After this you are exploring the island with a car, arriving in Agios Ioannis . A small tourist village in the southwest of the island, 2.5 km from Ornos. It is built in amphitheater and located across from Delos, combining natural beauty with excellent tourist accommodations. Afterwards you will depart towards the Mykonos’ airport area,where you will see the biggest pigeon house in Greece and you will be headed towards Ano Mera Village. You will be passing by some of the most distant beaches of Mykonos, named "Kalafatis" and “Kalo Livadi”,arriving in the village of Ano Mera where you will visit the the 16th century cathedral monastery of Panagia Tourliani. Passing through the picturesque square of the village , which is bordered with outdoor tavernas and coffee shops, will be offered to you a piece of spinach pie from the local traditional bakery. Next stop Agrari Beach. A long sandy beach, which, although popular with locals and tourists, still offers plenty of space for yourself . It’s usually split in half — umbrellas and sunbeds on one side, just sand on the other. It offers crystal-clear water and a more reasonably-priced bar-restaurant, when compared to the rest of Mykonos. Finishing you will stop at a very well known site which all the island’s visitors must see, in order to capture a panoramic Mykonos Town view. *The order of sites visited may vary .

Mykonos: Shore Excursion for Cruise Ship Passengers

2. Mykonos: Shore Excursion for Cruise Ship Passengers

This shore excursion for cruise ship passengers starts with a convenient pickup directly at the Mykonos Port gate. You'll be greeted by a passionate local guide and board a modern, air-conditioned vehicle that will take you on a journey you'll never forget. Our tour begins at the Armenistis Lighthouse, where you'll enjoy the spectacular iconic sight of Mykonos Island. Next, we'll visit Kalafati Beach, a pristine stretch of sand famous for its kitesurfers and parasailers. One of the highlights of the tour is the peaceful village of Ano Mera. Here, you'll explore the Panagia Tourliani Monastery, which houses holy icons in a complex with a striking bell tower. While you're here, why not stop for a Greek iced coffee in a rustic taverna? The tour will end in the heart of Mykonos Town, where you'll stroll through narrow, dazzling white streets and see the distinctive windmills. Fall in love with Little Venice, a romantic district of elegant houses balanced precipitously on the edge of the sea. Don't forget to snap a shot of Panagia Paraportiani, one of the most photographed churches in the world. And before you head back to the ship, make sure to grab a souvenir or two from one of the local shops. At Vexperio, we have decades of experience organizing shore excursions all around Europe. You can trust that your tour is adjusted to ship docking times and arrives with plenty of time to spare before the ship's departure. Join us for an unforgettable adventure on the island of Mykonos. Book your tour today!

From Mykonos: Ano Mera Farm Tour

3. From Mykonos: Ano Mera Farm Tour

Get a glimpse into Mykoninan farming life on this hands-on tour. Learn about the island's agricultural history, try local snacks, and involve yourself in some farming tasks. From your hotel, drive across the center of the island to the village of Ano Mera. Afterward, continue walking about 400 meters to a Mykonian farm. Be greeted by the farm’s superintendent. Tour the grounds and listen as they recount the history of the property and how the farm operates. Sit and relax on a traditional stone-built seat while sipping traditional raki. Learn more about the history of the island’s farming, livestock, and crops. Enjoy a farmer’s snack consisting of bread, tomatoes, kopanisti, cucumbers, and poor man’s black olives. Cut and savor products from the vegetable garden, depending on the season. If you wish to partake in some farming tasks, the superintendent will provide you with the right tools and instructions as you go along. Some of the tasks include cleaning the garden and weeding, trimming the garden and vineyard, and cleaning, watering, or feeding the animals. If you prefer not to get involved with the farming tasks, you can instead opt to have more free time at your leisure.

Mykonos Island SUV Safari including Light Lunch with Wine

4. Mykonos Island SUV Safari including Light Lunch with Wine

Choose from a morning or sunset safari tour in an SUV. The tour departs from the port or your hotel in a luxurious and safe Jeep Commander vehicle. Meet your friendly driver, sit back and admire Mykonos' small white houses. The first stop will be on a hill where you see the lighthouse and take photos of amazing views of Mykonos and the neighboring island of Tinos. Your driver and local expert will provide you with binoculars, a cold beer or a refreshment. Then, drive along a route that only locals know until you reach the Fragma, where you will make a short stop to admire the lake. Next, you will visit the village of Ano Mera. Life in this village revolves around its marvelous, white-tiled central square which acts as a hub with taverns and souvenir shops. See Ano Mera’s most famous landmark, the Panagia Tourliani Monastery, and visit the monastery with a free ticket provided by your local partner, if you choose. Then, it's time for swimming. Your escort will drive you to a secret beautiful bay. Relax on the beach and enjoy homemade Mykonian wine. The last stop of the road trip will be a traditional tavern, where you will taste a few local dishes and sip on wine. With that, your tour will come to an end and the driver will drop you off at your hotel or any other point on the same route.

Mykonos: Highlights Tour with Off Road Vehicles

5. Mykonos: Highlights Tour with Off Road Vehicles

The main purpose of our tours is to meet places that very few people have the opportunity to see because of the difficult access. Our 4x4 Off-road have the ability to go to places very historical, with breathtaking views at the top of myconian mountains and of course at secluded beaches. Our Tour can easily adjust in the want of every our customer. In every Tour our guide except of going to all the places which are written at the programm of the tour, also stops in a very traditional bakery with Myconian delicatessens, so our guest can taste the taste the local products. All the entrances for the tour (Monastery, beaches) are already paid or are free. It is included at the price the pickup and drop-off location of every guest. Join us for an unforgettable experience to meet the real and aunthetic part of Mykonos.

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What people are saying about Monastery Of Panagia Tourliani

Overall rating

5.0 / 5

based on 4 reviews

Attentive and considerate guide. Very interesting visit of the monastery and its superb and rich Orthodox church. Nice visit to the farm and delicious discoveries of real Greek products for the children who greatly appreciated this unexpected activity in the program that is quite difficult to organize on the island.

Great visit mar Babiss, warm welcoming and interesting character who likes to share. Discovery of the Greek tradition, a good moment of sharing, visit to reclander +++ ... being young people of 23 years old we did not expect to love it so much!! In addition a good tasting around the table with our guide

We fed animals , talked to the owner for hours, had a nice dinner and toured a monastery with ornate woodwork. It was quiet and very peaceful and I made friends with a donkey

Highly recommend! Wonderful experience with an entertaining guide. Thank you!