2-Day Private Tour of Rhodes & Symi Islands

Day 1 Rhodes

1. 1

   Lindos

   2 hours

   Lindos is one of the most impressive archaeological sites not only in Greece but also in the world. It has traces of different civilizations. Ancient Greek, Roman, Byzantine traditions blend here with the Medieval heritage of knights of the Order of Saint John. You can visit Lindos Acropolis and explore cosy Lindos village.

2. 2

   Epta Piges

   1 hour

   To fall in love with Rhodes once and forever you must visit this absolutely charming place - the Seven Springs or in Greek Epta Piges. Surrounded by tall pine trees the Seven Springs with their cool, transparent water attract not only people tired from the hot weather and unpredictable stock exchange market but also local ducks and peacocks. From magical Seven Springs stroll dawn to the beautiful man-made lake. An artist who was long asleep inside you will be inevitably wakened up by the picturesque landscapes around. To complete the experience, you may swim in the refreshing, crystalline waters of the lake. If you feel ready for the adventure instead of taking the walking path to the lake you can go through a tunnel. 186 m long tunnel brings water from the Seven Springs to the lake. It was built in 1931 by the Italians. After that, it will take about 1 hour to return to the starting point of this tour

3. 3

   Anthony Quinn Bay

   30 min

   Natural stone surfaces, pine trees reaching down to the water's edge, emerald green water - Anthony Quinn certainly showed impeccable taste when he fell in love with its miniature bay. The beach is known today by the actor's name since he bought this part of the island when filming "The Guns of Navarone"

4. 4

   Old Town of Rhodes

   1 hour

   The medieval town of Rhodes belongs to the World Heritage and is under protection of UNESCO. It is considered one of the few best preserved medieval cities in Europe. Let yourself stroll the narrow streets of the Old City. You will fall in love with their multiple character! You will find Turkish Mosques and Jewish Synagogues, ancient library, bathhouses, and lots of shops. All these apart from charming medieval spirit produces unique atmosphere which will not leave you indifferent.

Day 2 Symi

1. 1

   Mandraki Harbour

   1 hour Admission ticket included

   Mandraki is one of the three harbors in Rhodes. It is famous, because it is believed that the great statue of Colossus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, once stood at the harbor entrance. Enjoy your cruise to Symi by modern speed boat

2. 2

   Symi

   3 hours

   Ochre, salmon, red, blue, turquoise, grey… The stately neoclassical buildings at Symi’s port, Gialos, preserve the colour and glamour of the island’s glorious past. A place that looks as if it was taken straight from the pages of an old book, its many sights and attractions include the Timiou Prodromou Monastery (founded in 1838), old Customs House, Fish Market, stone bridge, statue of a young fisherman, Clock Tower (built in 1881) and the old boatyard in Harani, Monastery of Taxiarchis Michael Panormitis Famous for its miracles, Panormitis is a major pilgrimage site. Devotees queue to get into this monastery, which seems to exude its own mystical energy and has existed since the 15th century. The icon of the Archangel Michael (the patron saint) is considered miraculous. You will have enough time to explore Symi at your leisure

3. 3

   Saint George Bay

   30 min

   Only accessible by boat, this is a wonderful bay to swim in and admire the beautiful turquoise blue water.