THE VERY BEST OF RHODES
6 hours
Luxury Vehicle
Pick up included
Moderate
Highlights
- Walk through the medieval alleys of a world heritage site.
- Learn first hand about Colossus, a wonder of the antiquity.
- Visit the Doric town of Lindos and admire its ancient Acropolis.
- Savor a traditional lunch at a seafront restaurant.
What you will do
Your tour begins by entering the walled city via D’ Amboise Gate. Walk over the impressive moat and come to the 14 th century Grand Masters palace. A short visit for up-close photos of the majestic site and nearby monuments. Then stroll down the cobbled Street of Knights before exiting the Medieval town to continue in your vehicle.
Next up, a ride along the esplanade at Mandraki, the principal harbor of Rhodes. At this location according to historians, Colossus was erected in 292 B.C. A gigantic statue dedicated to God Helios, designated as one of the seven wonders of ancient times . A mixture of varied architect styles dominating the area is the island’s legacy of the Italian ruling . Marvel at the splendid temple of San Giovanni as well as the iconic bronze deers guarding the entrance of the port. Subsequently , turn on the windward coast and gaze at turquoise and azure colors blending in the sea. From Mount Smith , the highest point of the city , take in the spectacular views covering the expanse of the Aegean sea. At the southern side of the hill lies the Hellenistic Acropolis of Rhodes . Follow the path to Apollo’s temple and a level below for a closer look at the ancient stadium and the marbled Odeon. Leaving the city you will head south-east , alongside the most prestigious beaches of the island. A ”must” break for the vistas and a drink at Anthony Quinn’s bay. En route you can visit a workshop to watch a potter on the wheel, an ancient skill Rhodians still practice to date. You ‘ll after take the scenic road for a countryside experience. A beautiful landscape through serene villages and a valley with citrus orchards and olive groves. As you round for Lindos the panoramic view is breathtaking. Several photos from the vantage points overlooking the landmark village, then down to St. Paul’s bay. A picturesque cove, famous as the setting for the oscar winning movie ” The guns of Navarone”. In Lindos you have one hour free time to browse in the narrow alleys for shopping and refreshments. You may also choose to ascend the imposing cliff and visit the 6th B.C. Lindos Acropolis . When on top, you can admire firsthand the sanctuary of Lindian Athena, the Doric Stoa, the Propylaean ruins and more. Your excursion concludes with a delicious lunch at Haraki bay, on the seafront. Show More Itinerary
Inclusions
Mercedes Benz air-conditioned
Expert driver – guide
Bottled water
Maps of Rhodes.
Exclusions
Entrance fees .
Lunch expenses.
Pick up & Return
We welcome & pick up our guests from:
Rhodes harbor : at the pier with your name.
Rhodes airport :at the arrivals gate with your name.
Hotels & villas in Rhodes city: at the lobby.
Return:
Starting point / any other location within the city.
Additional Info
This is a private tour just for your party
English – fluent driver / guide
Customizable itinerary
Most travelers can participate
Please wear walking shoes & sunscreen
OUR DIFFERENCE
Top – rated
Local experts
Flexible scheduling
- Best value
Dalton
19 June 2023
Perfect Rhodes Day Trip
Mike was amazing. He provided a top of the line experience. He was knowledgeable and took us to all of the iconic spots in Rhodes. His car was very clean and smelled nice. He knew the most picture perfect spots and he helped take pictures for us. We used him instead of the excursion from the Royal ship we came on and he was waiting at the gate for us with a sign that had my name on it. It was 100% worth it and I would recommend using Mike to anyone looking for the perfect day trip of Rhodes!
Carolyn Whyte
15 June 2023
Beautiful Rhodes
Our tour guide Mike was great. Explaining lots about what we were experiencing and he was very accommodating and pleasant. He took a real interest in showing us his city.
Simone D
11 June 2023
Amazing experience with Giannis
We had the best service and experience with Giannis on this tour. Despite it starting out as a rainy day, it was perfect from pick up at the cruise port to the time we were dropped off. Giannis did an outstanding job showing us around this lovely island and customizing our experience. The pace was exactly what we needed, especially traveling with my mom who is in her 80s. Bravo for a memorable experience. Thank you!
Suzanne E
24 May 2023
Wonderful Guide!
Wonderful Guide who was friendly and very knowledgeable. He planned an excellent itinerary for us that kept my teenage girls engaged.
St Paul MN couple
7 May 2023
A great tour of Rhodes and Lindos
We had a great tour of Rhodes, Lindos and the coast and countryside in between. We met Michael Vasilas at the Rhodes cruise port, and he said that one of his specialties is showing his native island to cruisers. Michael was very knowledgeable about the sights, culture and history of Rhodes dating from prehistoric times to the present day So do hire Mike if you want a comprehensive, personable, pleasant, ageable, and informative time in Rhodes. Thank your, Mike, for a fun and terrific tour, and may this upcoming tourist season be a smashing success.
ShannonWhitneyFero
11 April 2023
Perfect day in Rhodes
My teenage daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our day with Mike. He is very knowledgeable, funny, intuitive, and the master of his field. He was born and raised in the Old Town of Rhodes, and described her and the rest of the sites we saw with great reverence and respect. We could not help but feel the same way about Rhodes as he helped us see this beautiful island through his eyes.We were exhausted from back-to-back days of tours of ruins and islands before we arrived in Rhodes, so Mike sorted out an itinerary that helped us learn about the the city, the island, its history, and people without walking for hours on our already abused feet and legs! He was so flexible with the itinerary and we were very grateful.We made several stops of must-see scapes for photo ops. By showing us these scapes and describing the places across the water in all directions, we were able to understand why Rhodes was such a desirable place for invaders for two millennia.While we did not climb the 285 steps to the top of Lindos, we do feel like we learned a lot about it and its surrounds.The Anthony Quinn Bay stop was an interesting interlude. I will let him tell you all about it.Mike took us to a beautiful place in the woods at Seven Springs for lunch. The service was wonderful and the menu was full of local foods. I would highly recommend taking Mike's suggestions about where to eat and where to shop - especially if your teenage daughter is with you!In all, I would say Mike is tied with other our favorite guide (from our trip in Egypt). The moment you meet him you will feel comfortable, safe, and on a private journey. Thanks, Mike! We hope our paths cross again!
GrayFal
27 November 2022
Relaxing day in Rhodes on private tour
I booked this tour on line. Mike was responsive answering all my questions. On the day of the tour, one of the couples was sick/had a cold snd could not go. Mike kindly adjusted the price and then offered to give us an hour walking tour later in the day if we felt up to it. What wonderful customer service! We had a 9:39 pick up - our guide Tasos was there with a sign at 9:20. The couple that went said "It was very nice and Tasos was fantastic. We had a very nice and relaxing day for a change! " They saw all the sites as promised.in tbd Best of Rhodes Tour. Mercedes sedan as promised was clean and comfortable. Highly recommend this company, would use again,
Mary H
24 November 2022
Outstanding tour of Rhodes and Lindos. Highly recommend!
From the moment our ship docked, it was a great experience. We literally walked right off the cruise ship and our tour driver and vehicle we’re right there. We barely had to walk 20 feet. Billy was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. We felt like we were touring with a friend. We saw all the highlights and he listened to what we wanted to see. I love seeing a lot of the local spots, stopping at an olive oil plant and an orange grove. We were able to see all of the beaches and beauty of the island in a short period of time. Unfortunately we did not get to do old town as it was raining at the end of the tour and we chose not to. I could highly recommend this tour and our driver Billy! One of the best tours of our 28 day trip
Meredith Brown
26 October 2022
If you want to tour Rhodes, book Mike for a memorable experience!
We visited Rhodes for the first time and were especially excited as the Medieval city was on our list of sites to see. Mike is a fabulous tour guide. He drove us all over Rhodes, showing us the medieval city, the churches/cross with the gorgeous view of Rhodes, Lindos and the beautiful beaches. Mike is very knowledgeable as we drove through various sites and stopped to take photos throughout the day. It was so peacefully quiet in the early morning when we began our tour, it felt as if Rhodes was ours to explore without waiting.Mike took us to a wonderful olive farm and shop where we sampled several oils and other treats.Our lunch was at a local family-owned restaurant that overlooked a resort-town beach and calm waters. The Greek food was authentic and delicious!We spent 2 1/2 weeks traveling to England, Scotland, Turkey and Greece. After our tour with Mike, it was clear that Rhodes was our favorite island in Greece.
etihermon
22 October 2022
Around Rhodes
We took a day trip with Michael around Rhodes and Lindos it was a wonderful day full of information and beautiful spots a good lunch in a local restaurant on the beach we loved it thank you very much 💖
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