• Οur excursion commences with a visit to Filerimos where we visit the ruins and foundations of Zeus’s temple Polieus, dating back to the 4th century BCE, the Athena Polias dating back to the 3rd century BCE and a Doric fountain dating back to the 4th century BCE.
• We also visit Byzantine and medieval structures such as the church of Our Lady of Filerimos, built by the Knights in the 15th century CE, and the Church of St. George, which has wall-paintings dating back to the 14th and 15th century CE including a striking depiction of the 12 stations of the Cross
• We continue on to the enchanting Valley of the Butterflies. It’s lush, green and beautiful with little wooden bridges over a tinkling river, and stone steps along an uphill path which leads to the Monastery of the Virgin of Kalopetra, built in 1784
• The valley is a unique natural park where each year, from June to September, thousands of multicolored butterflies appear. They live here attached to the tree trunks living from the sap, then lay their eggs
• The valley is a wonderful place to walk in under the shade of the trees amongst the characteristic scent of the pine resin. The coolness from the abundantly flowing waters makes this a little paradise even in the hot days of midsummer

Duration

6-7 hours: pick up time from hotel is 09:00 or upon request

• A charming day-cruise to the picturesque island of Symi, voted as one of the most scenic islands of the Dodecanese
• Our first port of call is Panormitis, site of the renowned monastery for a 50-minute stay during which you can visit the monastery’s chapel and premises, admiring the exquisite Byzantine hagiographies and wood-carved screen
• We land at Symi around midday
• During the three-hour visit you have the opportunity to discover this delightful, Venetian-looking settlement seen so clearly as we sailed into the bay
• Wander around to work up a thirst and appetite then take a leisurely lunch at a waterfront taverna

Duration

09:00 – 17:45

Discover Lindos, the Pearl of Rhodes!

TRIP ITINERARY:

• The most stylish way to visit Lindos, cruising along the beautiful coastline of the island of Rhodes
• Once on board, work on your suntan on deck, relaxing with an iced coffee or a cold beer and snacks from the ship’s bar.
• Enjoy the donkey ride up to the ancient Citadel (Acropolis) with its fabulous panoramic view (the walk is 250 steps!)
• The sojourn in Lindos extends over 3 hours approximately.
• During the return trip to Rhodes, there will be a short stop for swimming at Tsambika’s beach.

Duration

8 hours: 09:00 – 17:00

• The famous Valley of the Butterflies, known as Petaloudes is a place of rare natural beauty. Its myriads of panaxia quadripunctaria (Jersey Tiger) butterflies are actually day-time flying moths that attract thousands of visitors
• Stroll paths that run through luxuriant vegetation beside clear running streams
• Make sure you bring your camera – this is probably the most photographed site in all of Rhodes
• The site also has a museum of natural history
• It’s great value – if you go nowhere else in Rhodes, make sure you go here

DESCRIPTION:

A road-trip giving the opportunity to visit the most important of Rhodes’ historic and tourist attractions, in the company of an expert guide to share the history and culture of the island.

 TRIP ITINERARY:

• First stop is the Valley of the Butterflies, a world-renowned site of exceptional scenic beauty comprising a lovely valley of plane and pine trees, crossed by gargling streams, where butterflies rest by the thousands among the tree trunks
• We then visit the village of Embonas, famous for its vineyards and home of the island’s top-quality wineries all you have to do is taste and enjoy! (Lunch here the site is optional)
• Next, it’s the village of Sianna for some history and a photo-opportunity at the ruins of the fort of Monolithos
• The journey then takes you to the island’s southernmost tip, known as Cape Prasonisi – more of an islet, this cape is only connected to Rhodes through a narrow strip of sandy land, forming two exotic beach fronts on either side
• On the return trip we stop at Lindos and its truly impressive citadel with breathtaking views

• A boat trip to the beautiful un-spoilt island of Halki, which is the smallest inhabited island of Dodecanese, internationally known as the ISLAND OF PEACE & FRIENDSHIP and situated approx. 1 hour and 10 minutes from Rhodes
• When you arrive in the island, our escort will brief you on the places of interest. The island is accessible on foot, and you can swim at the sandy beach of Pontamos which is a 10-minute walk away
• Optionally you could hire a small boat to take you to several beautiful and secluded bays
• There is plenty of time for lunch (not included in the price) in one of the waterfront tavernas
  Approx. 9 hours: 08:00 – 19:00