RHODES WEST COAST    DT3

(Stop Photos) = Stop and get out of the car for photos from outside of the Sight/building

(Stop Visit Photos) Stop and visit - go inside the sight/building for photos

Private Tour Activity Level: Moderate

Private Tour Vehicle: Sedan Car Mercedes Benz - hold 4 passengers comfortably, plus the driver (bigger group?)

Private Tour Driver: English speaking knowledgeable tour/driver specialize in Private Tours

Private Tour Start Time: 8:30 AM. Or later
If you are a Cruise Ship Passenger - depend on your cruise ship dock time. If the ship arrives late into port, we'll adjust our schedules, and the rental time will start from the moment you meet your tour/driver

Private Tour Meeting Point: Hotel / Port / Airport (Meeting point varies depending on option booked)

Private Tour Extensions: You can extend or change the itinerary of this private tour adding the highlights and landmarks you want to visit. You can also add lunch time or beach time (June to September).

MEDIEVAL CITY

Starting from the pier or your chosen departure point, we’ll take you to the Medieval City, a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can snap photos of the iconic walls and gates from outside.  

Due to recent traffic regulations, cars are not permitted to enter the Old Town; it’s exclusively for pedestrians. Our tour will conclude at one of the Old Town gates, allowing you to explore independently. Enjoy your leisurely stroll back to the ship; it’s just a quick 10-minute walk from the Medieval City to the Cruise Port. This way, you save both time and money, avoiding any waiting-time charges for the driver.

NEW TOWN - MANDRAKI PORT

Then past the imposing buildings of the New town, in neo-colonial and Italianate style, which lend grandeur to this part of the present-day town. You continue to the entrance of the Mandraki Old Harbor, atop tall columns, stand the two bronze deer - characteristic landmarks of the island. Here, according to tradition, was the place where the famous Colossus of Rhodes, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, once stood (Stop Visit Photos).

ANCIENT KAMIROS

The drive continues 48 km / 30 miles south west of the Island to Ancient Kamiros, once a thriving Doric city during the 5th century BC. Kamiros retains much of its historic past, if you enjoy ruins you will not be disappointed by the atmospheric site of Kamiros. The Agora Square, the Temple of Pythian Apollo, the Fountain Square, the Sanctuary dedicated to the Gods and Heroes of Kamiros, the Baths-House, the Main Street, the Houses, and more… On the Acropolis you can see the remains of the Temple of Athena Kameiras, and the remains of the large Stoa and the Archaic Cistern (water reservoir), also you can enjoy a panoramic view over the Aegean Sea and the surrounding agricultural area (Stop Visit Photos)

VALLEY OF THE BUTTERFLIES

On the way back you visit the Valley of the Butterflies - we drive you to the upper gate so you can walk down the valley easier. Here you can witness a spectacular phenomenon which occurs only rarely in nature. Huge numbers of butterflies congregate in this small valley during the final stage of their life cycle (mid-June to mid-September). Actually you are permanently surrounded by butterflies camouflaging themselves against the tree trunks as you walk through the valley. Wooden bridges and paths will guide you through the rich vegetation of this rare biotope (Stop Visit Photos)

TRADITIONAL WINERY

We visit a small traditional winery, here you have the opportunity to taste a selection of locally produced wines. As well as you get your pictures of the aging facilities. (Stop Visit Photos - Wine Tasting – 5 Euros Entrance Fee per person) You can skip this stop if you wish.

FILERIMOS MOUNTAIN

Then we will travel up to Filerimos mountain, is a marvellous panoramic view, we come to the ruins of the Acropolis of the Ancient Ialyssos. The plateau of Filerimos rises nearly 267 meter / 876 feet above sea level. Here you’ll visit the Church of Our Lady of Filerimos, built upon the foundations of the ancient temple of Athena of early Christian times. You’ll also see the exterior of the monastery and the barrel-vaulted Chapel of St. George. On the right hand side there is a beautiful tree sheltered pathway the “Way of the Cross” This is a series of shrines with relief scenes of the Passion, which leads from the main square to the west edge of the plateau to the 16 meter / 48 feet cross, from which you can enjoy a stunning view. (Stop Visit Photos)

MONTE SMITH

Continuing up the hillside to Monte Smith (The Acropolis of Rhodes City) which overlooks the city. Enjoy excellent views of the new and old town of Rhodes (Stop Visit Photos) Then you can get your photos from a distance of the Temple of Apollo, and the restored Ancient Stadium and the Greek Theatre (Stop Photos)

BACK TO THE STARTING POINT

Upon returning to Rhodes Town, you may choose to be dropped back to your hotel or back to your ship, or near the city gates of the Old Town for independent browsing. You would then be responsible for your own return to the ship on foot, which will be docked approximately a quarter mile away.