Mykonos Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, October 2011
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Day 1: Getting Oriented in Mykonos
Start by exploring the island’s main port and town, Chora Mykonos. On the waterfront, you might spot one of the town’s three tame pelicans, a Mykonos emblem since the 1950s. Step inside the four-in-one Church of Panagia Paraportiani, with its whitewashed dome, then follow winding alleys through the chi-chi Little Venice quarter. At sunset, snap a photo of the four iconic windmills overlooking Little Venice, before choosing a taverna for the evening with waterfront views and a menu of seafood fresh from the sea.
Day 2: Around the Island
Buses and tiny boats can get you around the island, or you might want to hire a scooter or car. First stop, of course, is Paradise Beach, thronged with beachgoers in the daytime and loud and late drum ’n’ bass beach parties under the moonlight. Other beaches for sun soaking include Platys Gialos and Agrari.
Just outside Mykonos Town, step into the past at the Monastery of Panagia Tourliani. Topped with bell towers outside and with carved screens inside, the monastery is one of the island’s most beautiful sights.
Day 3: Day Trips from Mykonos
To sample life on neighboring islands, it’s easy to catch a ferry or take a tour from Chora Mykonos. If there’s one unmissable island it’s Delos, the archaeological jewel of the Cyclades and famous in legend as the birthplace of Apollo. The weatherworn Terrace of the Lions is one of the most poignant sights here, along with the temples dedicated to Apollo and the island’s theater.
Quiet villages and glorious beaches await on the nearby islands of Paros and Naxos. Both islands have Venetian forts to explore and lovely old towns, Byzantine churches and village-dotted mountain interiors.
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Reply by Viator, June 2012
Doing what: Mykonos Shore Excursion: Private Old Town Walking Tour
We thought that we would walk around the town for the tour. Instead they took us around in a mini bus and showed us the island. We saw the monastery, took us to the beach and showed us the windmills and then we took a walk around the town. It lasted about four hours. It was very pleasant and enjoyable. We felt that we did get our monies worth. I would reconment it to anyone
Reply by Viator, May 2012
Doing what: Mykonos Shore Excursion: Private Old Town Walking Tour
Guide was very pleasant however she smoked at each stop which was not very pleasant for non smokers.
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