The meeting time for this tour is at 12:30 at Mykonos new port in Tourlos, where you will be greeted by a travel assistance correspondent and receive a brief introduction. A short 30-minute ferry ride will take you to the beautiful island of Tinos, where your guide and a bus will be waiting to escort you.
Tinos, the larger neighbor of Mykonos, offers a rich blend of natural beauty and artistic heritage, providing an authentic Greek island experience.
The island is home to Greece's most important church, the awe-inspiring "Evangellistria", built to house the miraculous icon of Virgin Mary, called "Megalochari", a significant pilgrimage destination for Greeks worldwide.
Tinos also boasts a fascinating Venetian influence, having been inhabited by the Venetians for nearly 500 years. As a result, you will find an array of stunning pigeon houses and picturesque Catholic villages. The island's traditional villages are meticulously preserved, with many featuring homes adorned with intricate marble sculptures created by local Tinian artisans.
Tinos island is renowned for its high-quality white and grey marble, sourced from quarries in the island's north, with the stone even gracing the Buckingham Palace in London and the Louvre Museum in Paris. During the bus tour, you will visit the iconic Evangellistria Church, admire the lush valleys dotted with pigeon houses, explore charming villages, and enjoy a delicious lunch in a local tavern, offering spectacular views and regional specialties.
The tour also includes a visit to the Kechrovouni Women's Monastery, known for its breathtaking vistas and exquisite architecture. You will stop at Pyrgos, the marble heart of the island, where even the bus stop is made of solid marble, and visit a local marble artisan's workshop. Additionally, you will explore the village of Volax, renowned for its basket weaving tradition and surrounded by striking granite boulders that dominate the landscape.
Upon returning to Tinos town, you will have free time to shop and unwind at the harbor front before catching the ferry back to Mykonos.
















