Best of Rhodes Cruise-Friendly Tour
Description
If you wish to visit the main highlights of Rhodes Island, savor local products, relish leisure time in Lindos and the Old Town, create lasting memories and stunning photos, this tour is your best choice. Enjoy exploring Lindos authentic Greek village that has so much to offer, from Lindos Acropolis to delicious traditional Greek cuisine. The second must see is Medieval City of Rhodes, it 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 be able to see Grand Master's palace, Turkish Mosques, Jewish Synagogues, ancient library, and lots of shops. All these apart from charming medieval spirit produces unique atmosphere which will not leave you indifferent. We'll do our best to make your day in Rhodes memorable and bring you back to the ship or hotel on time
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Itinerary
Upon arrival, you'll be greeted warmly right at the pier inside the cruise port of Rhodes, setting the stage for an unforgettable journey. Your dedicated, professional local guide and safe driver will guide you, ensuring a smooth transition to the picturesque heart of the Greek countryside. As you make your way, soak in the tranquil beauty of Italy's landscapes, serving as the perfect introduction to your adventure. The journey to Lindos taking us about an hour is set to be as enjoyable as the destination itself
Let’s visit a local family at their traditional pottery workshop, where you will discover how ceramics have been created in Greece since ancient times. Learn about the techniques, craftsmanship, and artistic traditions that have been passed down through generations. Pottery has always been an important part of Greek culture, everyday life, and artistic heritage. This visit offers a wonderful opportunity to meet local artisans, see their work up close, and gain a deeper appreciation for one of Greece’s oldest and most enduring traditions.
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. The visit to Lindos is like time travel via centuries and civilizations! If you go there, you will be delighted not only by the history but also by divine beauty. Take your time strolling lovely narrow streets of the village abundantly decorated with flowers, fruit trees, oriental tiles and small fountains. You will be impressed by incredible view of the harbors. The Acropolis of Lindos is on top of 116m cliff, the visit is OPTIONAL please note that to reach it, you must climb 300 steps—no elevators are available. Guests who choose to visit will be accompanied by the guide. Those who prefer to stay in the village can enjoy leisure time for shopping, lunch, or exploring.
Rhodes Old Town is one of the oldest medieval towns in Europe, a maze of kept ruins and cobbled lanes that was once a vibrant and glorious medieval city. It’s just a dream scene for someone who likes to take pictures! The Old Town of Rhodes is a very inspiring place. 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.
Enjoy some free time in the Medieval City of Rhodes to stroll along cobblestone streets, admire the well-preserved medieval architecture, browse local shops, or enjoy a leisurely coffee surrounded by history.
After enjoying a wonderful day immersed in the exquisite delights of Rhodes, comfortably retreat to your awaiting ship with our comfortable transportation Rely on our twenty years of experience in arranging seamless shore excursions, perfectly synchronized with your ship's schedule. With us, you are encouraged to explore freely, secure in the knowledge that you will return to your ship punctually and without stress, your spirit enriched by the magic of your adventures.
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Pickup Locations & Times
CRUISE PASSENGERS— we will pick you up from THE PIER INSIDE THE CRUISE TERMINAL Kindly mention your cruise ship name when booking this tour Please note, that THE PICKUP TIME STATED IN YOUR BOOKING CONFIRMATION IS APPROXIMATE AND MAY BE ADJUSTED: For cruise passengers, the adjustment may be made in accordance with your cruise ship's arrival time. For air visitors ( we’ll pick you up outside the hotel) the adjustment may be made in line with our pick-up schedule for the specific date. The precise meeting time will be communicated to you via a subsequent email and message. We recommend checking your email at least 12 hours before your scheduled activity to receive comprehensive pickup information, which will include the exact location, vehicle, identifying signage, and the precise pick-up time. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us via email, WhatsApp, or phone.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that the start time displayed on our website is a general estimate for the activity's commencement and may not correspond to your specific pick-up time. We recommend checking your email at least 12 hours before your scheduled activity to receive comprehensive pick-up information, which will include the exact location, identifying signage, and the precise pick-up time. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us via email, WhatsApp, or phone.
- Please note that the 10:00 AM tour start time is available exclusively for cruise passengers arriving at 9:30 AM.
- Please be aware that the order of the tour itinerary may be subject to change due to factors such as traffic, crowds, and unexpected circumstances. Nevertheless, we assure you that all the destinations listed in the tour itinerary will be visited.
- Please be advised that this tour is not wheelchair or scooter accessible and may not be suitable for individuals with limited mobility.
Reviews(14)
We were disappointed with the added stop at a ceramics and olive oil shops that were not mentioned in the itinerary. We felt this was deceptive not including it in the itinerary, the time spent there was time we couldn’t spend in Lindos which is the main reason for selecting the tour. When you are on a cruise you have limited time in the port and we didn’t appreciate the shopping opportunity disguised as showing local handiwork. We had already hand many local handiwork tours in other areas pushed upon us. Tour operators should disclose the entire itinerary so tourists can chose what best fits their interests.
We regret to hear about your disappointment, but the Savvas Ceramics stop is clearly mentioned in the itinerary as number 2. This stop was not included for shopping, but to introduce our guests to an important part of local culture and heritage and to show the traditional pottery-making process, which has remained largely unchanged since ancient times. Fortunately, the majority of the group appreciated this stop and provided glowing feedback. The time spent at Savvas Ceramics, as well as the time in Lindos, was delivered as advertised. By the way, your expectation of a private tour, which you shared with the guide upon meeting at the port, remains puzzling, as this is a shared tour that has never been advertised as private. Private tours are clearly labelled as PRIVATE directly in the tour title and usually cost at least three times more than shared tours. When booking future activities through Viator, we strongly recommend basing your expectations on the published tour description, itinerary, and inclusions rather than on personal assumptions. Safe travels
The pick was right at my ship, the van was clean and cool. Travel guide was knowledgeable and very helpful
Pottery and olive oil stop was great. There was plenty of products to choose from and watching the artisans at work was amazing. The time at the old section could have been better utilized to include more historical information.
Tour was interesting. Guide seemed a little impatient at times but did know what she was talking about.
Picked up on time from our hotel and taken to a rendezvous point to board the coach. Coach was comfortable and it was easy to hear our guide through the PA system. We were given Bluetooth earphones to hear the guide when on foot. The guide was excellent. Informative and interesting to listen to. Overall a good trip that we’re pleased we took.
Our guide, Iosnna, was excellent. She was extremely knowledgeable and shared so much information about Lindos and Rhodes. Our driver, Nikkos, was amazing as well. We enjoyed everything from the local pottery and olive oil shops to the ancient buildings. I would definitely recommend this tour!
We had a great time on this tour. The pottery shop and olive oil tasting was a great way to start the day. As soon as we got the the Acropolis, it started to pour down rain so we didn't get to go to the top or explore much of the area. We did get a few good pics in. The wine tasting was fun and the food at the restaurant was delicious. My friend went back to port on the bus but I stayed in town and walked around. It was less than a 15 minute easy walk back to port.
The tour guide JOANNA (IOQNNA DERMATI) was excellent. She told us the interesting history of Rhodes and gave very good explanations of the places we visited. When visiting Lindos, she arranged transportation for those with walking difficulties. We had a very enjoyable tour of Rhodes. Thank you very much Johanna and thanks to the driver also!
Great and punctual tour guide. Amazing stops including olive oil, pottery and the wonderful little town in Rhodes. We also had a wine tasting that was fabulous. Dimitria was very knowledgeable and informative. We really enjoyed our tour.
It was a great day that included seeing all the great sites, visiting a third generation pottery maker, olive oil and honey tasting and shopping. Our tour guide was amazing.!
