Enjoy a boat trip to the three beautiful bays of Rhodes island. Feel like a local as you ride to Ladiko Bay, Antony Quinn Bay, and the Traganou Caves. Make several stops for swimming, enjoy the day, and take many memorable photographs. Meet your local crew in Faliraki and get acquainted with your captain before setting sail along the south coast of Rhodes. Feel the wind blow in your hair and ride in complete comfort with fruit, water, coffee, local wine, and non-alcoholic drinks available on board. Explore around Antony Quinn Bay, with its turquoise waters and surrounding island hills. Sunbathe on Ladiko Beach and snorkel in the clear marine waters, and watch the reflection of the water shine against the walls of Traganou caves.

Discover the major landmarks on the gorgeous island of Rhodes as you follow your expert guide on an insightful excursion. Visit Mount Filerimos with its medieval monastery, the colorful butterfly valley, and the ancient city of Kamiros, which was destroyed by an earthquake. Ride an air-conditioned bus to your first stop, Mount Filerimos. Walk by the representation of the Stations of the Cross and admire the breathtaking panoramic view. Visit the medieval monastery built in the early 14th century and hear the amazing story of Our Lady of Filerimos. After a short picturesque drive, arrive at the iconic butterfly valley, surrounded by dense vegetation and tall trees. Enjoy a walk down the shaded path and reach the gorgeous opening, where you'll find the marvelous Panaxia Quadripunctaria or Jersey Tiger butterfly. Your next stop is Kamiros, an ancient Doric city founded in the 6th century. See the acropolis and temples of this tragic site that was destroyed by an earthquake in 142 AD. Continue your drive through the mountains and visit the quaint village of Embona. Stop at a traditional mountain home to meet a family of wine producers. Taste some of their wine and local spirits, as well as honey and olive oil. Explore the village on your own and purchase lunch at a local restaurant if you're feeling hungry.

Expereince the sights and flavors of Rhodes on a guided bus day trip with hotel transfers from select cities. Stroll through the streets of Lindos, sample local flavors and wines in Stafyllos, eat like a Greek with lunch at a restaurant, and uncover the colors of Butterfly Valley.  Enjoy the convenience of pickup from your hotel in Rhodes, Ialysos, Koskinou, Paradeisi, Kremasti, or Faliraki.  Hop aboard a comfortable bus and stay cool and connected with air-conditioning and onboard WIFI. Relax on the scenic drive to the village of Lindos. Walk through the narrow streets and catch glimpses of the sea between charming, whitewashed buildings. Have free time to purchase tickets to the clifftop acropolis where you can admire ancient Greek architecture including a Temple of Athena. Pass by picturesque villages and thorugh dense forests as you make your way to the mountains of Rhodes. Strop for panoramic views across the island and out over sea where islands are scattered in the deep blue Aegean. Drive to the village of Stafyllos to try some Greek wines, honey, and olive oil. Visit the award-winning restaurant "Elias" to be served characteristic traditional Rhodesian flavors for lunch. Enjoy unlimited wine with your dining experience. Finally, head to a green valley full of the rare (Panaxia Quadripunctaria) butterfly. Soak in the atmosphere of this natural park full of babbling streams, small waterfalls, and lakes. Go for a stroll on a wooden path and cross over quaint bridges in this idyllic landscape. Return to your accommodation in the evening.

Soak up the peace and tranquility on both the East and West coasts of the Island, in beautiful spots such as is Kritinia Castle, a castle from the 16th Century situated on a hill about 131 meters above the village of Kritinia. It offers a breathtaking view of the Aegean Sea, the island of Chalki, and some other deserted islands. Afterwards, you will enjoy a wine, olive oil, and local products tasting in Embonas village. You will drive up to Profitis Ilias, a 1929 Italian hotel in the heart of a forest of pines, cedars, and oaks trees. Is an ideal stop for photos and to break for a cup of coffee. Your next stop will be in Fountoukli, at the Byzantine church of Agios Nikolaos, which was built in the 14th Century. For a lunch break, you will stop at a traditional restaurant. The last stop will be in Kalithea Springs for swimming at a lovely sandy beach, or for relaxing in a cafe close to the beach. This majestic place is known for its thermal springs.

Make and sample traditional Greek dishes with a local cook, delight your palate with award-winning wine from the Rhodes region, and visit the women’s agricultural cooperative to learn about their work on this interactive cultural tour. Begin your tour in the unspoiled mountain village of Apollona, nestled on the foothills of Profitis Ilias. Stop for a quick tour of an agricultural co-op and learn how these proud, resourceful women run the enterprise. Hear about their decisions, and goals, and watch the production of a local delicacy. From there, on foot, you take a walk through the village and learn about what the locals grow and how they live. Next, head to a winery and learn about the various local grape varieties from your guide. Savor a glass of delectable wine and understand first-hand why Rhodes produces many award-winning wines. Enjoy a cooking class from a talented local cook in the village who will share her secrets in making traditional, famous Greek food. Try making tzatziki and eggplant salad. Learn how to make dishes including dolmadakia (stuffed vine leaves), and Greek cheese pies. Finally, conclude your time in Apollona by feasting on the exceptional lunch that you and your fellow cooks have lovingly prepared. Then, visit a traditional Kafeneion and learn how to make traditional Greek coffee and sample it.

Experience the diversity of Greek wines, an intrinsic part of Greek culture. Discover the taste of Greece on this wine tasting tour in Rhodes. With a rich history of winemaking going back to the dawn of the Bronze Age, Greece is Europe’s oldest winemaking region and one of the world’s oldest. Embark on an inspiring journey through some of the best Greek wine varieties available today. Bes led by an experienced sommelier with a passion for Greek wine. After learning how to taste wine properly, be introduced to different varieties of Greek wine. However, since wine is only part of the equation in Greece, you will be taught how to drink it like a local. Get the opportunity to sample local nibbles for a true taste of Greece. Traditionally, the Greeks love to drink wine slowly, in good company and accompanied by a delicious selection of meze. Be taken to an authentic Greek restaurant in Rhodes where the chef prepares dishes designed to enhance the flavor of each wine you try. Savor food pairing that demonstrates the best food to eat with each wine. Learn how the rugged Greek landscape and sunny days are perfect for growing some of the finest grape varieties in the world, producing exquisite red, white, and rose wines.

Immerse yourself in the local wine culture with this winery tour in Rhodes. Stroll through sun-kissed vineyards and venture into the cellars. Try 5 delectable wines, some extra virgin olive oils, and a variety of local specialties. Be greeted by your host and make your way out to the vineyards. Witness where the Greek sun ripens several regional grape varieties to perfection. Learn about the vineyard's viticulture methods. Walk into the cellars to discuss the distillation and aging process. Observe each stage of the production process. Stop to for a sensorial wine tasting experience with both red and white wine varieties. Savor olive oils and quality local products including honey. Finish your tour with a brief introduction into the winery's cosmetic and ceramic products.

 This exclusive half-day tour is perfect for wine lovers and history buffs who want to immerse themselves in the medieval history of Rhodes and discover why modern Greek wines are becoming so popular. Begin by exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Rhodes Town. Secured behind a deep moat within a double ring of lofty walls, the Old Town is like a medieval time capsule, transporting visitors back to the era of the Knights of St. John.  A passionate, knowledgeable guide will lead you on a tour through the atmospheric, winding streets, pointing out medieval monuments and describing how the battles and sieges faced by the Hospitaller Knights shaped the town. The walking tour concludes at the Palace of the Grand Masters, a 14th-century fortified castle that was restored in the 1930s. Today it’s a museum housing medieval furniture, elaborate mosaics, and archaeological exhibits from across the island. Once you’ve finished exploring the Palace, wander down the famous Street of the Knights, the best-preserved medieval street in Europe. The last stop of the tour is the Inn of Auvergne, built in 1507. In the beautiful back garden you will taste award-winning local wines while lunching on traditional Greek meze. 

Wine is an intrinsic part of Greek culture. With a rich history of winemaking stretching back to the dawn of the Bronze Age, Greece is the oldest winemaking region in Europe and one of the oldest in the world. The rugged Greek landscape and long, sunny days are perfect for growing some of the finest grape varieties worldwide, producing exquisite red, white and rose wines. Yet modern Greek wine is only just beginning to get the attention it deserves.   This activity invites you on an inspiring journey through some of the best Greek wine varieties available today. This exclusive Rhodes wine tasting tour is led by an experienced sommelier with an infectious passion for Greek wine. After learning how to taste wine properly, you’ll be introduced to five different varieties of Greek wine.  In Greece, wine is only part of the equation, however. The way locals drink wine is equally important to our culture. Traditionally, they love to drink wine slowly, in good company, and accompanied by a delicious selection of meze. So your Rhodes wine tasting experience takes place in a restaurant in Rhodes, where the chef prepares dishes designed to enhance the flavor of each wine you try.  

Explore Rhodes on a private tour and explore local life and discover the beauty and history of the island. Visit traditional villages, see local beaches, and admire the historical architecture and churches in Rhodes. Enjoy the freedom of a private tour and see the highlights of Rhodes. Begin the day with pickup from your designated meeting point and start the journey toward the Castle of Kritinia, a sixteenth-century Venetian castle. Admire the landscape of unspoiled beauty and a breathtaking view of the Aegean Sea and Chalki Island. Continue the tour with a stop at the Embonas Wine Cellar, and enjoy a tasting of local products like Greek wines, olive oil, souma (grappa), olives, and honey. Drive to Profitis Ilias next, and enjoy a drive up the mountain to a 1929 Italian hotel in the heart of a beautiful forest of pines, cedars, and oak trees, an ideal stop for photos or coffee. Admire the atmosphere inside the hotel, reminiscent of the 1930s. Enjoy a stop at the Byzantine Church of Saint Nikolaos, Fountouklis, built in the fourteenth century, and see the enormous plane tree that grows on the grounds, before moving on to the next stop of Kalithea Springs, one of the main highlights of Rhodes. Use your free time here to relax on the beach or swim in the waters off the beach, enjoy a cold drink from the beachfront cafe, or visit the photo gallery of Rhodes Island.