Mykonos Half-Day Hiking Adventure
Overview
For the nature & outdoor activities loving visitors of Mykonos, as well as the motivated, exercise-driven guests, we offer a circular 6, 2km guided hiking tour at the unspoiled northern part of the island. The intriguing part of this tour is that we walk through donkey paths, having therefore the chance to witness the authentic landscapes of the island.
Our pet-friendly and family-friendly walking tour is designed with the part-time hikers in mind, for whom the priority lies in both enjoying the hike, as well as the breath-taking views at a relaxed pace, the photo shooting, the swimming and the storytelling.
Whilst the focus is on walking and discovering the hidden gems of Mykonos, there is ample time to swim or sunbathe at Merchia beach, have a small picnic with homemade lemonade and traditional dessert and appreciate the local knowledge shared by the walking guides.
At the end of the hike you can even soak up the ambience and hospitality at the historic vineyard Mykonos Vioma
Our pet-friendly and family-friendly walking tour is designed with the part-time hikers in mind, for whom the priority lies in both enjoying the hike, as well as the breath-taking views at a relaxed pace, the photo shooting, the swimming and the storytelling.
Whilst the focus is on walking and discovering the hidden gems of Mykonos, there is ample time to swim or sunbathe at Merchia beach, have a small picnic with homemade lemonade and traditional dessert and appreciate the local knowledge shared by the walking guides.
At the end of the hike you can even soak up the ambience and hospitality at the historic vineyard Mykonos Vioma
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Snacks - A traditional Mykonian dessert. Optionally, you may have a banana or nuts or olives&rusks
- Soda/Pop - Homemade, organic, yummy lemonade
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Merchia Beach, Greece
During the hike we will be walking at donkey paths among golden pastureland and dry stone walls, manifesting the typical rural landscape of Mykonos.
We will also visit a traditional Mykonian church, which will offer the perfect setting for our religious heritage interpretation.
When we reach Merchia, the beach will mesmerize you with its wild, untouched beauty. Weather permitting us to dive, you can enjoy a swim, as well as instagrammable underwater photos, shot by your hiking guide. Sunbathing is another option or playing with the waves. During our beach break we will offer you our famous organic homemade lemonade and a traditional dessert of Mykonos, before starting our gentle climb up the hill.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Mykonos Vioma Organic Farm, Maou-Doubakia Str, Ano Mera 84600 Greece
Our walking tour ends at the historic monastery vineyard of Ano Mera, Mykonos Vioma Organic Farm.
There you can rest among the vines and enjoy the company of the farm animals or even, optionally, stay longer in order to enjoy a house wines tasting combined with a vineyard tour (extra charges apply by the Mykonos Vioma business, if you want to have a wines and local products tasting).
Duration: 5 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Merchia Beach, Greece
During the hike we will be walking at donkey paths among golden pastureland and dry stone walls, manifesting the typical rural landscape of Mykonos.
We will also visit a traditional Mykonian church, which will offer the perfect setting for our religious heritage interpretation.
When we reach Merchia, the beach will mesmerize you with its wild, untouched beauty. Weather permitting us to dive, you can enjoy a swim, as well as instagrammable underwater photos, shot by your hiking guide. Sunbathing is another option or playing with the waves. During our beach break we will offer you our famous organic homemade lemonade and a traditional dessert of Mykonos, before starting our gentle climb up the hill.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Mykonos Vioma Organic Farm, Maou-Doubakia Str, Ano Mera 84600 Greece
Our walking tour ends at the historic monastery vineyard of Ano Mera, Mykonos Vioma Organic Farm.
There you can rest among the vines and enjoy the company of the farm animals or even, optionally, stay longer in order to enjoy a house wines tasting combined with a vineyard tour (extra charges apply by the Mykonos Vioma business, if you want to have a wines and local products tasting).
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Personnel wears gloves when handling food/beverages. When social distancing is not feasible, personnel wears face masks
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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September 2023
What a wonderful experience. My husband and I went on a tour for our honeymoon. My husband is a hard core biker, me not so much. Our guide was accommodating to us both and even through in an added adventure for us during our trip! The bike ride was just right in terms of adventure and difficulty....
What a wonderful experience. My husband and I went on a tour for our honeymoon. My husband is a hard core biker, me not so much. Our guide was accommodating to us both and even through in an added adventure for us during our trip! The bike ride was just right in terms of adventure and difficulty. We loved the cliff diving and underwater pictures, too!! We went on their off-season so we actually scored a private bike tour with no one else signed up at our time. Thank you for being so accommodating and making our experience in Mykonos so excellent! How fun it was to explore more Mykonos has to offer besides the beaches!justins870
June 2023
Dimitris provided transport to and from the hotel. His bike tour was awesome. Several stops for some history. Best stop was Fokos beach!! Amazing food and wine tasting afterward. So much food we couldn’t finish. Highly recommend1
Dimitris provided transport to and from the hotel. His bike tour was awesome. Several stops for some history. Best stop was Fokos beach!! Amazing food and wine tasting afterward. So much food we couldn’t finish. Highly recommend1KIMBERLY_T
May 2023
This was a very beautiful, fun, and unique experience! Our family only had a few days in Mykonos but we loved this tour because we were able to explore a side of the island that we would otherwise not have seen. The hike led us to several beautiful viewpoints, including the top of a hill that ove...
This was a very beautiful, fun, and unique experience! Our family only had a few days in Mykonos but we loved this tour because we were able to explore a side of the island that we would otherwise not have seen. The hike led us to several beautiful viewpoints, including the top of a hill that overlooked the rural landscape of Mykonos and one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Dimitris was a wonderful tour guide and provided us with a ton of history at each spot we visited that made this a memorable and immersive experience into the Mykonos culture.Feelabanda1
May 2023
I am a female solo traveler and took the „Off the beaten track hiking tour“ with Dimitris. It was fun and also informative. We were a small group and it was familiar. Also I enjoyed the little picnic when we took a break.
I am a female solo traveler and took the „Off the beaten track hiking tour“ with Dimitris. It was fun and also informative. We were a small group and it was familiar. Also I enjoyed the little picnic when we took a break.548mayannab
October 2022
This hike was One of the best things we did on our trip to Mykonos . Although we loved the stunning beaches we wanted to see more of the island . This 3 hour hike was perfect . Although there are no “ wash room/toilets “ on the hike Demetrius was able to indicate suitable private “natural areas “...
This hike was One of the best things we did on our trip to Mykonos . Although we loved the stunning beaches we wanted to see more of the island . This 3 hour hike was perfect . Although there are no “ wash room/toilets “ on the hike Demetrius was able to indicate suitable private “natural areas “ to relieve oneself which was a god send because my bladder was not what it used to be ! Demetrius our guide was very knowledgeable and charming . He answered all our questions about Mykonos , including why all the houses are painted white and built the way they are . How water is collected and conserved on the island . At the end of the hike we ended up at his family’s Vioma Organic farm and vineyard and sampled some of their lovely organic wine . The trip to the vineyard was amazing - the grape vines were tiny - like small gnarled bonsai trees , because of the lack of water they were adapted to the extreme conditions . Some of the vines were over 30 yrs old but still produced a variety of delicious wines. I would definitely encourage anyone visiting Mykonos to include this in your travel plan. On my next trip to Mykonos I will do their E Bike tour - that also looked like fun.91luisfg
October 2022
This tour is much more than what is described. Demetrius is well informed with detailed cultural, archeological, and social references. All and any questions were welcomed and fully answered. There was special attention made to the Mykonian history and how it's people have adapted to the challeng...
This tour is much more than what is described. Demetrius is well informed with detailed cultural, archeological, and social references. All and any questions were welcomed and fully answered. There was special attention made to the Mykonian history and how it's people have adapted to the challenges of this island's climate. The organic farm and it's contribution to the island 's wellness while understated was not lost as one of this island's numerous treasures. This is a must tour for anyone interested in learning more about what Mykonos offers aside from the obvious. I leave feeling more connected to its people and appreciating how human ingenuity florishes in this most quaint island. Finally, Vioma Organic Farm makes exceptional wines, has an array of animals and vegetables that travellers are smart to allow for time to explore. Wine-tasting, short farm tours, and tapas meals, farm to table menu are among the exquisite options to add to a hike or e-bike tour. Great value! Demetrius is a gem!!