Rhodes Tour - History, Culture and Scenic Delights
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Rhodes Tour - History, Culture and Scenic Delights
8 Days Starting and ending in London, United Kingdom
Visiting: Rhodes, Lindos, Symi
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 25
Age range:
18-99
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting island of Rhodes with our "Rhodes Tour - History, Culture and Scenic Delights." This immersive experience takes you through the historic streets of Rhodes town, where you'll explore the majestic Palace of the Grand Masters. Discover the charm of whitewashed Lindos, a National Historic Landmark, and delve into the ancient ruins of Kamiros. Enjoy a scenic boat trip to the picturesque island of Symi, home to the Byzantine Church of Archangel Michael of Panormitis. A full day island tour, complete with a local lunch, offers a taste of Rhodes' rich cultural tapestry. Stay at the comfortable Best Western Rhodes Plaza Hotel, ideally located for exploring the island's wonders. With return flights from London Gatwick and all transfers included, this tour promises an unforgettable Greek adventure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1:
Location: Rhodes
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plaza Hotel
Fly from London Gatwick to Rhodes and transfer to the Rhodes Plaza in Rhodes Town for seven-night stay. Evening at leisure. (For the April 2026 tour, departures available from London Gatwick or Manchester Airport).
Day 2: Guided tour of Rhodes town, rest of day free for personal exploration.
Location: Rhodes
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plaza Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Dominated by the Palace of the Grand Masters, a fortress within a fortress, the citadel old town of Rhodes is surrounded by moats and 3km of walls and is a designated World Heritage Site. Accessed by 11 gates, the town is divided into the Collachium, which was the knights’ quarter, dating from 1309, and the Bourg, which housed the rest of the population including Jews, Turks and Greeks. It is one of the finest walled cities in existence and a visit here is truly a journey into the past. A comprehensive guided walking tour this morning will show you the highlights including the fortifications, Palace of the Knights and the Archaeological Museum. Rest of the day free.
Day 3: Full day tour to Lindos.
Location: Lindos
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plaza Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A popular tourist destination and National Historic Landmark, Lindos enjoys a dramatic location overlooking the Mediterranean. With its dazzling white houses, Crusader Caste and ancient Acropolis, it offers a wealth of history as well as rustic charm. It is closed to traffic, so donkeys still carry people along its narrow, cobbled streets up to the Acropolis. Dinner at the hotel.
Day 4: Full day to Filerimos and Kamiros.
Location: Rhodes
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plaza Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Discovered in 1859, ancient Kameiros was a thriving Doric community during the 5th century BC. Remains here include a temple, public baths and water cistern. One of Rhodes’ beauty spots, the hillsides of Filerimos are home to cypress and pine trees, amongst which sits Moni Filerimos, its domed chapels decorated with the cross of the Knights and the coat of arms of the Grand Master.
Day 5:Day free for personal exploration of Rhodes.
Location: Rhodes
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plaza Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a day at leisure.
Day 6: Full day cruise to Symi.
Location: Symi
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plaza Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today we board the ferry to Symi (approx. one hour) for a relaxed visit to this tiny island. The harbour area of Symi town is one of the most beautiful in Greece, surrounded by gracious houses and elaborate churches built on the hillside. The town is divided into two, with the lower town Gialos connected to the upper area, Chorio, by road or by 275 marble steps. It is an atmospheric maze of narrow lanes and traditional houses and sights include the interesting Symi Museum and Byzantine church of Archangel Michael of Panormitis. The harbour area is a delightful place for a leisurely lunch.
Day 7: Full day island tour.
Location: Symi
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plaza Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
A full day island tour with your local guide who will take you to a varied series of stops at medieval castles, churches, an olive oil factory, pottery workshop followed by an included lunch in a local village taverna.
Day 8:
Location: Rhodes
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to Rhodes Airport for the return flight to London Gatwick. (April 2026 departure will return from Rhodes to London Gatwick or Manchester Airport).
What's Included
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Return scheduled flights
Return scheduled flights with Easyjet from London Gatwick to Rhodes are included.
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Transfers and full touring itinerary
Transfers and full touring itinerary as detailed including entrance fees and ferry cost are included.
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Guided tour of Rhodes town
A comprehensive guided walking tour of Rhodes town is included.
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Full day tour to Lindos
A full day tour to Lindos, a National Historic Landmark, is included.
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Full day to Filerimos and Kamiros
A full day tour to Filerimos and ancient Kamiros is included.
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Full day cruise to Symi
A full day cruise to the scenic island of Symi is included.
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Full day island tour
A full day island tour with a local guide, including visits to medieval castles, churches, an olive oil factory, and a pottery workshop, is included.
What's Not Included
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Single room supplement
A single room supplement is not included.
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Holiday insurance
Holiday insurance is not included.
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Meals other than those stated
Meals other than those stated are not included.
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Items of a personal nature
Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, and telephone calls are not included.
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Porterage and gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included.
Mode of Transport
Return scheduled flights with Easyjet from London Gatwick to Rhodes. Transfers and full touring itinerary as detailed including entrance fees and ferry cost.Accommodation
Best Western Rhodes Plaza Hotel, Rhodes Town: Close to the old city, the four-star Best Western Plaza Hotel is ideally located to explore the delights of Rhodes Town and the island. Facilities at this excellent, well-managed hotel include pool, sauna, bar, restaurant and very comfortable bedrooms with all modern amenities.Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the Rhodes Tour?
The accommodation provided is at the Best Western Rhodes Plaza Hotel in Rhodes Town, which is a four-star hotel with facilities including a pool, sauna, bar, restaurant, and comfortable bedrooms with modern amenities.
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Are meals included in the Rhodes Tour?
Meals are included as specified in the itinerary, such as dinner at the hotel on Day 3 and lunch during the full day island tour on Day 7. However, meals other than those stated are not included.
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What is the mode of transport for the Rhodes Tour?
The tour includes return scheduled flights with Easyjet from London Gatwick to Rhodes, as well as transfers and a full touring itinerary that includes entrance fees and ferry costs.
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Is there a guided tour included in the Rhodes Tour itinerary?
Yes, there is a comprehensive guided walking tour of Rhodes town on Day 2, which includes highlights such as the fortifications, Palace of the Knights, and the Archaeological Museum.
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What activities are planned for the full day island tour on Day 7?
The full day island tour includes visits to medieval castles, churches, an olive oil factory, and a pottery workshop, followed by an included lunch in a local village taverna.
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Is there a cruise included in the Rhodes Tour?
Yes, there is a full day cruise to the island of Symi on Day 6, which includes a visit to the Symi Museum and the Byzantine church of Archangel Michael of Panormitis.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Final joining instructions and documentation will be despatched approximately 10 days before travel.
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Do I need any Visas or Vaccinations for my holidays?
Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change. Please check with your local doctor/GP about the current Vaccination requirements of the country you are visiting. For Visa enquiries, please contact the Embassy of the country you are visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Generally, single and double rooms carry the same price, which means that single supplements for certain itineraries can seem high. We would be pleased to arrange for clients travelling alone to share with another client, however this is subject to somebody in the same situation booking on the tour. If you would be interested in this option, please let us know at the time of enquiry/booking.
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Where does the tour manager meet us?
In most cases the tour manager will travel out with the tour group from the UK. However, this is not always the case and the tour manager may meet you at the destination station / airport. The exact details specific to your tour will be given to you in your final documentation, 10 days prior to departure.
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