Private 5-Hour Cruise on Brand-New 2023 Motor Yacht in Mykonos (Voreus)

The best part of this Mykonos cruise is seeing the island from the water, where famous beaches, beach clubs, and big yachts come into view without the usual road traffic. You get a private 2023 motor yacht for your group, plus a proper two-hour stop at Elia for swimming, snacks, and a cold drink.

I like the door-to-door pickup and the simple water gear: towels, masks, snorkels, and a SUP if conditions allow. I also like that Stelio is named as the host, and one detailed account singled out his polite manner and useful island knowledge. The main catch is cost: $1,020.20 for up to four people, plus a fuel charge, so this makes the most sense when you can share it with three companions.

Key points at a glance

• Private boat for up to four: You avoid sharing the yacht with a large group and can enjoy the deck at your own pace.
• Six southern-coast stops: The route combines famous party beaches, quiet Agrari, and a long final stay at Elia.
• Two hours at Elia: This is the main relaxation period, with swimming, fruit, savory snacks, wine, beer, soft drinks, and water.
• Swimming kit included: Towels, snorkel equipment, and a SUP are supplied, weather permitting.
• Pickup and return included: Collection is offered from your hotel, villa, the airport, or Mykonos Old Port and New Port.
• Watch the extra fee: Fuel is listed separately at EUR 200 for the standard southern-coast route.

A private view of Mykonos from the sea

Mykonos is famous for white buildings and narrow lanes, but the southern coast tells another story. From the water, you see the island’s beaches in one clean sweep, from the high-energy bays around Psarou and Paradise to the quieter sand at Agrari and Elia.

That change of mood is what makes this trip more than a simple boat ride. You spend part of the day looking at the social side of Mykonos, with beach clubs and yachts in the picture, then settle into a calmer stretch of coast where swimming takes center stage.

The yacht is private for your group, with a maximum of four people. That matters here. Mykonos can feel crowded in summer, while a private deck gives you room to sit, talk, take photographs, and decide how much time you want to spend in the water.

The boat has an indoor bathroom with shower, a deck shower, WiFi, and towels. These are practical touches, especially during a five-hour outing. You can rinse off after swimming, change the mood with a shower, and avoid treating the cruise as a bare-bones transport service.

What your five hours look like

The trip starts at Agia Anna on the beach near Paraga Studios. Pickup is also offered from a hotel, villa, airport, or either Mykonos port, so confirm the arrangement before you set out. Embarkation and disembarkation use a tender boat, which means you do not simply step from a quay onto the yacht.

The exact time spent moving between beaches can vary, but the planned route gives you a clear rhythm: several short coastal views, one longer swimming stop, and a final two-hour stay at Elia. That balance is useful. You get plenty of scenery without spending the whole day rushing from one bay to the next.

The route described here follows the southern coast. A separate Delos and Rhenia option may be available, but it carries a different fuel charge. If those islands interest you, ask for the route and total price before paying.

Psarou: yachts and high-end Mykonos

The first stop is Psarou Beach, one of the island’s best-known bays. The yacht cruises past for about 20 minutes, giving you a view of the beach, its waterfront clubs, and the large yachts anchored offshore.

Psarou is less about solitude and more about seeing Mykonos at its most polished. From the boat, you can enjoy the spectacle without paying for a beach setup or trying to find space on the sand. It is also an easy early photo stop, before you have spent much time in the sun.

There is no admission charge for the stop, but this is a pass-by rather than a long beach visit. If you want a quiet swim, save your energy for Super Paradise or Elia.

Paraga and the view toward Scorpios

The cruise then continues past Paraga Beach for around 20 minutes. This shore mixes rough Mykonian rock, clear water, and the stylish Scorpios and SantAnna clubs.

The value here is visual. You see how quickly Mykonos shifts from natural coastline to polished nightlife setting. The boat lets you view that contrast without committing your afternoon to one beach club.

Paraga is also the practical starting area for the tour, since Agia Anna is located near Paraga Studios. If you are meeting the boat there, allow time to reach the beach and locate the tender boat. The supplied details do not give a precise meeting time, so arrange that directly with the operator.

Paradise Beach: Mykonos at full volume

Paradise Beach gets about 30 minutes. It is the island’s iconic party beach, and the point is to see its energy from the privacy of your own deck.

This is a good stop for photographs and people-watching from offshore. You can take in the famous shore without giving up your comfortable seat, dry clothes, or cooler drinks. It also adds variety to the route, since the next stops offer more room for swimming and quiet time.

Do not expect Paradise to be the peaceful part of the cruise. The beach is known for its party setting, so anyone seeking a silent cove may prefer the later sections of the trip.

Super Paradise: the main swimming stop

At Super Paradise, the planned stop lasts about 45 minutes. This is where you can swim, use the provided masks and snorkels, or try the stand-up paddleboard if weather conditions permit.

That equipment is included, which improves the value of the trip. You do not need to arrange a separate rental on the beach, and you can choose between a quick swim, a little paddling, or simply staying aboard and enjoying the bay.

The phrase if weather permits matters. A SUP is not guaranteed in every condition, and sea conditions may affect how much time you spend using the equipment. The trip does include a deck shower, so rinsing off after the stop is easy.

Agrari: a quieter change of pace

After the livelier southern bays, the yacht cruises near Agrari Beach for about 20 minutes. Agrari offers a calmer, sandy shore and a useful change of mood.

I like this part of the route because it prevents the cruise from becoming a parade of beach clubs. You get a glimpse of the quieter Mykonos, where the coast feels less focused on status and nightlife. It is still a short stop, though, so think of Agrari as a scenic coastal passage rather than a full beach visit.

Elia: two hours to slow down

Elia Beach is the final and longest stop, with two hours set aside for swimming and relaxation. This is the heart of the trip.

Elia is broad and sandy, and the long stay gives you time to stop watching the clock. You can swim, sit on deck, rinse off, and enjoy the coast without immediately packing up for the next bay. For a five-hour cruise, two hours in one place is a generous portion of the day.

The crew serves savory snacks and fresh fruit, along with chilled Greek wine or beer. The food is described as platters rather than a full meal, so plan accordingly. For drinks, the package includes one bottle of wine per four people, or three bottles of beer for people who prefer beer to wine. Soft drinks and bottled water are also included.

That allowance is modest, not an open bar. I would treat the refreshments as a pleasant light spread at the end of the cruise, not lunch. If you need a substantial meal, you should arrange that separately before or after the boat trip.

What the yacht provides on board

A new 2023 motor yacht gives the outing a clean, modern setting, but the useful details matter more than the launch year. You have an indoor bathroom with shower, a deck shower, WiFi, swim towels, bottled water, soft drinks, and the listed water equipment.

A private boat also means the day is more personal than a standard group excursion. Your group is the only group aboard, so the pace does not have to suit dozens of other people. You can focus on the view during the short stops and make the most of the longer swimming periods.

The onboard bathroom is especially helpful for a five-hour trip. You are not dependent on beach facilities at each stop. The tender boat transfer is the one part to keep in mind if you have mobility concerns, since boarding and leaving the yacht are not done directly from a standard dock.

Is $1,020.20 good value?

The advertised price is $1,020.20 per group of up to four, which works out to about $255 per person before the fuel surcharge if four people share it. The standard southern-coast fuel charge is listed as EUR 200 per booking, making the full cost higher than the headline price.

For two people, the per-person cost becomes much steeper. For four people who value privacy, hotel pickup, a new yacht, swimming gear, and a five-hour private schedule, the price is easier to justify. You are paying for the whole boat rather than buying four ordinary seats on a shared cruise.

The food and drink should not be the main reason you book. The included platters are snacks, and the alcohol allowance is limited. The stronger value lies in the private setting, direct transfers, beach variety, and the ability to spend two hours at Elia rather than rushing through a short public excursion.

Ask about the fuel charge when you book. The southern-coast amount is stated as EUR 200, while a Delos and Rhenia route is listed with a EUR 300 charge. Confirm which route you are getting and the exact total before committing.

Who will enjoy this cruise most?

This trip suits a couple, family, or small group of friends who want a polished day on the water without sharing the boat with strangers. It is particularly useful if you are staying away from the southern beaches or arriving through the airport or port, since pickup and return are included.

You will get the most from it if you like a mix of scenery and swimming. The route is not designed as a history tour or a long island exploration. It focuses on beaches, sea views, beach clubs, water time, and a relaxed final stop.

The trip also works well for people who want comfort without having to plan every detail. Towels, masks, snorkels, a SUP, water, soft drinks, and light food are already arranged. Stelio is the named host, and the available account specifically praised his polite manner and useful knowledge of the island.

You may want a different tour if you want a full meal, extensive archaeological information, a large party atmosphere aboard the boat, or a low-cost excursion. You should also consider the weather. This activity requires good conditions, and poor weather can lead to a rescheduled date or a full refund.

Booking details worth knowing

Confirmation is provided at booking, and the trip is offered in English. The activity is generally suitable for most people, and the meeting point is at Agia Anna on the beach by Paraga Studios.

Pickup is available from Mykonos hotels, villas, the airport, New Port, and Old Port. The tour returns to the meeting point, though the actual yacht transfer uses a tender boat. That is worth mentioning in advance if anyone in your group has difficulty with small-boat boarding.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made inside that window are not accepted for a refund. If the operator cancels because of poor weather, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.

The activity is often reserved about 20 days ahead, so I would not leave a preferred summer date until the last minute. Confirm pickup time, fuel cost, route, and tender arrangements before departure.

Should you book this Mykonos yacht cruise?

Book it if you can fill the four-person limit and want a private, comfortable way to see the southern coast. The strongest reasons are the new yacht, included swimming gear, hotel or port pickup, and the long Elia stop with light food and drinks.

Think twice if you are traveling alone or as a pair on a tight budget. The headline cost does not include the fuel surcharge, and the food is a snack platter rather than a meal. For the right group, though, this is a well-planned way to trade crowded roads and packed beaches for five hours of open water, famous bays, and a quiet final swim.

FAQ

How long is the private Mykonos cruise?

The cruise lasts approximately five hours.

How many people can join the private yacht?

The price covers one private group of up to four people.

Where does the cruise start?

The listed meeting point is Agia Anna on the beach near Paraga Studios in Mykonos.

Is hotel or port pickup available?

Yes. Pickup and return are offered from hotels, villas, the airport, Mykonos New Port, and Mykonos Old Port.

Which beaches are included on the route?

The route includes Psarou, Paraga, Paradise, Super Paradise, Agrari, and Elia Beach.

Is swimming equipment provided?

Yes. Swim towels, masks, snorkels, and a stand-up paddleboard are included. Use of the SUP depends on weather conditions.

What food and drinks are included?

The crew provides savory platters, fruit platters, bottled water, soft drinks, and alcoholic drinks. The alcohol allowance is one bottle of wine per four people, or three bottles of beer for people who prefer beer.

Is there a fuel surcharge?

Yes. The southern-coast route has a listed fuel surcharge of EUR 200 per booking. A Delos and Rhenia route is listed with a EUR 300 charge.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The activity requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.