City Tour
Start your tour with a drive to Mandraki Harbour, viewing the three windmills near St. Nicholas Fort, the new
market, and the Public Administration buildings all of which reflect the history of Rhodes Town. At the entrance
of Mandraki Harbour, don’t miss the two statues of the deer’s where it is believed the Colossos of Rhodes once
Stood.
Continuing, we drive to Monte Smith once the Acropolis of Ancient Rhodes. From the Tumbled massive pillars
of the temple of Athena, the view encompasses the Temple of Apollo, the stadium of Diagoras and the port.
Entering the fortified city through the Amboise Gate we walk to the Grand Master Palace. You will continue
down the Street of the Knights, its paths paved with colorful marble and superb mosaics, past medieval towers
and emblazoned facades.
With free time to spare, you will be dazzled by the variety of small shops selling everything from handmade
jewelry and fine quality leather to handicrafts and souvenirs.
Type of excursion: Culture & shopping/ half day
Should take: Comfortable shoes, camera
Stops
Approximate time of Stay
Panoramic Drive
1h00
Medieval Town
2h00
Free time in Medieval town
2h00
Duration
Half day morning or evening
Island Tour
After a short drive, we reach one of the most charming destinations on Rhodes, Seven Springs offers a cool, magical
landscape, a real oasis even in the heat of high summer. Waters come out from the springs all year around which end up
in a small lake. You get to the lake walking through a narrow tunnel of 186m. The lake exists thanks to a dam built by
the Italians in order to provide the nearby Kolymbia with fresh water.
Continuing along the east coast, passing through rustic villages, vineyards and olive groves, you will reach Lindos. You will
be captivated by the Acropolis crowning the 400-foot rocky cliff and the whitewashed town surrounded by the azure sea.
There is a 20-minute climb through the narrow streets of the town, and up 250 steps to the Temple. Explore the ancient site
of the last conquerors including the 4th century B.C. Doric temple of Athena and the double-winged portico.
We then head to the Village of Apollona located almost in the center of the island. Apollona acquired its name from the
Temple of God Apollo who was the protector of Rhodes Island and fine arts. We will visit the Cathedral Temple of the
village with a vast history, splendid hagiographies, memoirs of the saints and its pebbled courtyard. The folklore museum
of Apollona is one of the most remarkable on the island, a wide range of domestic utensils, rural tools, ancient objects,
medieval burrstones plus traditional women’s costumes and embroideries are displayed. We will also have the opportunity
to learn about the local products of Apollona by visiting a quaint little store displaying these products. After our wander
around the village, we will have lunch in a traditional rustic Taverna serving us a delicious traditional Greek meal.
Our last visit is at the Butterfly Valley*. This valley is home to thousands of butterflies that flood the valley in order to
reproduce and is a biotope unique in the world surviving untouched in its own dimension. The Valley runs the river
Pelekano, which is fed by small, rushing waterfalls.
*Butterflies season July – Sep. / before and after season stop will be at Filerimos
Type of excursion: Recreation & culture / full day
Should take: Comfortable shoes, camera
Stops
Approximate time of Stay
Acropolis of Lindos Guided Tour
2h00
Apollona Village Local Products
15min
Apollona visit Church & Museum
35min
Lunch in Rustic Taverna
1h30
Butterfly Valley or Filerimos
45min
Duration
Full Day
East Coast Cruise
A fun filled excursion for those that love the sun, sea and a little adventure! The boats depart from Mandraki
harbor and visits a number of popular beaches. The first stop will be at the scenic Bay of Kalithea, where you
can swim off the boat in the crystal clear waters. We continue to Afandou Beach, where we will anchor at the
caves for swimming. A buffet lunch will be served on board the boat. (Refreshments not included). On the
return journey the boat stops at the magnificent Anthony Quinn Bay, named after the famous actor, for a short
swim and photos of this picturesque Bay.
Due to weather conditions the swim stops may vary and can be adapted by the captain.
Type of excursion: Recreation / full day
Should take: camera, sunglasses, hat, swimming suits, sun protection.
Stops
Approximate time of Stay
Several swim stops
6 hours
Included
Buffet lunch on board (drinks excluded)
Duration
Full day
Symi Island & Panormitis
You will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Rhodes Port. This trip takes you to the perfectly formed
Harbour of Symi, one of the most beautiful picture postcard Venetian villages with neo classical white and pastel
coloured houses. You will have free time at your leisure to explore the quaint shops in search of natural sea
sponges and cooking spices. Why not have a fresh fish lunch in the sunshine at one of the islands sea front
taverns.
After lunch the boat sets sail to the south of the island, here along the inlet stands the massive building of
Panormitis Monastery. This monastery is dedicated to the Archangel Michael and has a charming bell tower
and a beautiful 12th century church. It is a well known spot of great interest and attracts many visitors and
worshippers who come to see the Byzantine frescoes and engraved temple full of golden offerings.
Type of excursion: Recreation & culture / full day
Should take: Comfortable shoes, camera
Stops
Approximate time of Stay
Symi Island
3h00
Panormitis Monastery
1h00
Duration
Full day
Turkey – Marmaris
Pick up from your hotel and arrival at Rhodes harbor. Discover with us a foreign culture and a different continent.
After only one hour trip with a (hydrofoil – Catamaran) you reach the coast of Asia Minor – Turkey. Explore the
popular resort of Marmaris by a city tour and see its beautiful red covered houses surrounded by green
mountains and the Bay of Mermaids. Visit a typical jewelry - leather shop.
Feel the exotic atmosphere, the oriental sounds and the smell of the spices. Typical are the narrow streets with
the bazaars, the boutiques, the art shops, the jewelry and the leather and carpet shops. Other very famous
Turkish products are embroidery and pine honey.
What you must not forget is that you have to bargain in order to get the right price! Walk in the lively bazaars
and feel free to be invited for apple tea or just small talk. Experience two different countries in one day.
Type of excursion: Recreation, culture & shopping / full day
Should take: passport/ID, comfortable shoes, camera, bargaining skills
Stops
Approximate time of Stay
Marmaris
5h00
Duration
Full Day