Experience the most fun way to explore the diverse landscapes of Mykonos – by going off the beaten path in a Jeep Wrangler. Setting off caravan-style, you will head up a steep and winding road to Armenistis Lighthouse on the northern edge of the island for a clifftop photo opportunity with views stretching as far as the remote island of Delos. Forge ahead along a scenic lake and stop at the remote beach of Fokos on the northern coast. Then head south to the energetic beach of Kalafatis and on to the village of Ano Mera, home to the Monastery of Panagia Tourliani.

Renowned for its beautiful beaches and vibrant nightlife, Mykonos is one of the most famous Greek islands. Take a scenic drive along lovely beaches and through the quaint villages of Agios Ioannis, Ornos and Kalafatis en route to Ano Mera. While it is the second biggest town on Mykonos, Ano Mera has the small-town feel of a traditional island village. Here you will tour the Monastery of Panagia Tourliani, founded in 1542 and dedicated to the protector of the island.

According to Greek mythology, Delos was the birthplace of Apollo. The sanctuary of Apollo attracted pilgrims from all over Greece to this revered island, a UNESCO World Heritage site that bears traces of civilizations dating back as far as the third millennium BC. Vast excavations include grand homes, temples, market squares and avenues, including the remarkable Terrace of the Lions and the stunning mosaics of the House of the Dolphins.

This gastronomic tour begins with a drive across the island to the inland town of Ano Mera, home to the Mykonos Vioma Organic Farm. Here the Assimomitis (CK) family cultivates grapes using centuries-old techniques and is gaining acclaim for its Paraportiano-brand wines. After visiting the vineyards, you’ll sit down to taste their wines, which are served with the quintessential meze of Mykonos -- crumbly xinotyro cheese, the creamy and spicy kopanisti cheese, and louza, a cured pork – as well as farm-fresh eggs and tomatoes, and nuts.

Experience the timeless pleasures of sun, sea and sand on both a rural island and at a chic beach club on this excursion. You’ll travel from the yacht first to the fishing village of Ornos, where the captain of a private vessel welcomes you aboard. Relax onboard and enjoy the views on the hour-long trip across the sparkling sea, motoring past the ruins on Delos, the tiny islet held sacred by ancient Greeks as the birthplace of Apollo. A narrow strait separates uninhabited Delos from Rineia.

This gastronomic exploration of the Laconia region of Greece takes place at the former childhood home of Monemvasia’s most famous son, the beloved poet Giannis Ritsos. Mere minutes away on the mainland, the Liotrivi Mansion is now a boutique hotel and restaurant on an estate of vineyards and olive groves. Owner Kryiakos Klapsis will personally welcome you before you meet the chef. Your cooking lesson centers around the highest quality, locally sourced ingredients that are at the heart of cooking in Laconia – and, indeed, of every region of Greece.

Visit one of the most spectacular historic sites in the Peloponnese on this tour. Sit back and enjoy the views of the countryside on the hour-plus drive from the coast. The walled castle-town of Mystras, set onto the steep slopes of Mount Taygetos, is visible from afar. A winding road brings you to the castle gate, where you’ll begin your guided walk. The castle, built by a Frankish Crusader, is the oldest part of the site, with its original 13th-century design largely intact.

Explore the stone city of Monemvasia from the base of its rocky formation to the very top of the plateau. Walk up from the yacht to the lone entrance into the medieval castle. Your guide will take you along the narrow lanes and alleyways within it, sharing highlights of the history and architectural heritage as you pass the old houses, churches and other buildings. The main street opens out onto a square where the Church of Christo Elkomenos (Christ in Chains) stands. You’ll go inside to view the four surviving Byzantine icons on display.

A fourth-century earthquake separated a cliff from the coastal Greece creating a stand-alone rock on which a castle town was built, its unique location helping hide and protect it from attack. The name Monemvasia derives from two Greek words meaning single entrance. And there is only one way to enter this medieval town by local shuttle bus, whose defensive walls are only apparent once you enter the castle. Your guided tour begins here, with a walk down the narrow passageways and arched alleys, some barely wide enough to fit two people.

Explore Paleokastritsa, an area of unique beauty on the northwestern shore of Corfu. Rocky promontories cloaked in pine and cypress trees extend out into the sea, sheltering sandy bays and coves with azure waters glimmering under the bright sun. Enjoy a boat ride to the famous sea caves of Nafsika, Saint Nicholas and the Blue Eye, where geological formations, ground minerals and natural sunlight create amazing forms, colors and optical illusions.