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The 15 Best Rhodes Tours & Excursions

66 tours  ·  from $17

The walled town is free to wander, so the money goes on getting out of it. These 15 cover Lindos, the fast boat to Symi and the east-coast bays, with prices, pickup points and the sailing times that shape the day.

Rhodes: Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore - Starting at Kolona Harbor in Rhodes
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Rhodes: Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore

1.Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,265 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $35Our pick

You’ll board the Sebeco Lines speedboat at Kolona Harbor for an 80-minute crossing to Symi. Enjoy Rhodes views from the open sundeck or air-conditioned cabin, then explore Symi independently for several hours, with time for food, shopping, photos, and possibly a swim.

“Great trip, emailed to offer hotel transfer too which was great with A/C. Boat to Symi about 80 mins bit choppy but dry, lovely views. 3 hours is perfect amount of time in symi”

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Rhodes: High-Speed Boat to Symi Island and St George's Bay - The crossing from Rhodes to Symi
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Rhodes: High-Speed Boat to Symi Island and St George’s Bay

2.High-Speed Boat to Symi Island and St George’s Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,333 reviews · from $55

You’ll ride a high-speed boat from Rhodes to Symi in about an hour, explore the island independently for three hours, then swim at St George’s Bay. The 9:00 and 11:00 departures include a 30-minute swim stop. The 15:15 sailing skips the swim but offers cooler hours and sunset views.

“Nice boat, on time and a relatively quick trip to Symi. Lovely stop at St.Georges bay for a swim. The sports seats aren't the widest but there are bench seats further back if required.”

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Rhodes: All Inclusive Day Cruise with BBQ & Unlimited Drinks - Choosing between the lower deck and bean bags
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Rhodes: All Inclusive Day Cruise with BBQ & Unlimited Drinks

3.All Inclusive Day Cruise with BBQ & Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,331 reviews · 6 hours · from $76

Sail from Mandraki Harbour on the Aphrodite Duchess for six hours of swimming, snorkeling, Greek barbecue, hot dogs, waffles, and unlimited beer, wine, cocktails, coffee, water, and soft drinks. Stop at Kallithea Springs, Anthony Quinn Bay, and Traganou Caves. Optional transfers and a top-deck bean bag upgrade are available.

“Lovely trip, unlimited drinks served with a big smile by Katie the duchess as she claims & very tasty food made on the spot!”

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From Rhodes: Cruise to Symi Island and Saint George's Bay - Finding the boat at Mandraki Harbour
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From Rhodes: Cruise to Symi Island and Saint George’s Bay

4.Cruise to Symi Island and Saint George’s Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,137 reviews · 8h 30m · from $41

Sail from Mandraki Harbour at 10:00 to St George’s Bay for an hour-long swim, then continue to Symi’s pretty port, Gialos. You’ll have about three hours for lunch and exploring before returning to Rhodes. Captain Yannis and the crew run the boat.

“The greatest travel I ever had. Everything on time, easy to locate. Snacks are little pricey. We had only 45 minutes swimming, but it was incredible!”

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Rhodes: All-Inclusive Catamaran Cruise with Lunch and Drinks - Choosing sailing or power for the east coast
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Rhodes: All-Inclusive Catamaran Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

5.All-Inclusive Catamaran Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,002 reviews · 6 hours · from $83

Spend six hours sailing or motoring along Rhodes’ east coast with a small group of up to 24 passengers. Swim at Anthony Quinn Bay, Ladiko, and Kallithea Springs, with the power catamaran adding Afandou Caves. Andreas, Hope, Dimitri, and the crew serve lunch, drinks, fruit, and snorkeling gear onboard.

“Such a great time! Would 100% recommend to anyone considering this activity. The views were stunning. All the workers were very nice and helpful, instructions and highlights are very straight forward and easy to find. I will definitely be booking this again the next time I’m in Rhodes.”

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From Rhodes: Bus Tour to Lindos and the Seven Springs - Seven Springs: a cool walk through the island
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From Rhodes: Bus Tour to Lindos and the Seven Springs

6.Bus Tour to Lindos and the Seven Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,854 reviews · 7 hours

This seven-hour Captain’s Tours trip links Seven Springs and Lindos by air-conditioned bus or Mercedes Sprinter. Your English-speaking driver, often George or Nicos, handles pickup and timings while you explore independently. Walk the 186-meter tunnel, then choose Lindos’ Acropolis, beach, shops, or tavernas.

“It was unfortunate that the springs were dry because of the hot summer but the walking in the area was lovely. Lindos was beautiful! Great walk up the acropolis”

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Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat - The 1-hour-45-minute crossing to Symi
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Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat

7.Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,784 reviews · 9 hours · from $53

Travel from Rhodes aboard the Nikolaos X ferry to Panormitis Monastery and Symi Town. You get about an hour at the monastery and 3.5 to 4 hours in Symi for waterfront dining, shops, swimming, and views. Hotel pickup is available from selected Rhodes areas.

“I had a great day, visiting the monastery I lit candles for passed loved ones. Then off to Symi Lovely weather, great scenery and yummy food and drink on Symi”

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Boat Trip to Symi Island with swimming stop at St George Bay - The Sea Crossing: Beautiful, but Not Always Gentle
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Boat Trip to Symi Island with swimming stop at St George Bay

8.Boat Trip to Symi Island with swimming stop at St George Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,753 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $48

Sail from Rhodes to beautiful Symi Island with an hour-long swimming stop at St George Bay. You get about three hours to eat, walk, and browse Symi town. Hotel pickup is available for an extra fee, but the boat can be crowded and the full day is long.

“Super convenient and stress free trip. Picked up on time at our hotel, taken to the boat. Everything was 100% on schedule, mo delays. Boat ride to swim at St. George’s bay, then to Symi island with 3 hours to spare. We had dinner and enjoyed our walk. Swim at St. George’s bay was absolutely fabulous! I just wish swim came after Symi island so we would be dry on our walk”

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Rhodes: Sunset Cruise with Greek BBQ and Unlimited Drinks - Choosing your seat on the Aphrodite Duchess
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Rhodes: Sunset Cruise with Greek BBQ and Unlimited Drinks

9.Sunset Cruise with Greek BBQ and Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,513 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Sail from Mandraki Harbour aboard the pirate-style Aphrodite Duchess for a three-hour evening cruise. Swim near Kallithea Springs, enjoy Greek BBQ if selected, and order unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, Aperol Spritz, and the frozen cocktail of the day while guides and crew create a relaxed atmosphere.

“The staff were great, so friendly. It was a lovely sunset trip and wasn’t too busy which was nice.”

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Rhodes: Lindos Cruise with 2 Swim Stops - Boarding at Mandraki Port
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Rhodes: Lindos Cruise with 2 Swim Stops

10.Lindos Cruise with 2 Swim Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,404 reviews · 8 - 8.5 hours · from $47

Spend a full day sailing from Rhodes to Lindos, with 30-minute swims at Anthony Quinn Bay and Tsambika Blue Lagoon. You get about three hours in Lindos for the Acropolis, beach, food, and shopping. Rizos Cruises provides sunbeds, floats, toilets, WiFi, and a snack bar.

“Trip was great! Boat was really spacious and clean. There were toilet facilities that were also kept in good condition. The bar was well stocked with drinks and snacks. Really relaxing journey and the swim stops were fun! The only improvement I would give is that the journey back seemed to take a lot longer (unsure of the reason for this- may have been one so apologies if so!) And would’ve loved a little more time in Lindos, even 30 more mins!”

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Rhodes: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour - Boarding near the cruise port and Aktaion
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Rhodes: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

11.Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,296 reviews · 1 day · from $23

Ride an air-conditioned hop-on hop-off bus around Rhodes Town on a one-hour circuit, with stops near the cruise port, Old Town, Elli Beach, Monte Smith, and the Acropolis. Use the audio guide in 10 languages, get off where you like, and reboard throughout the day.

“Was such a lovely trip around Rhodes. Gave us a better idea of where we would like to visit. If I had anything negative to say it would be that there weren’t enough buses, one an hour made it difficult to plan and we had to stand nearly a full hour to get next bus as it’s only one that runs.”

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Rhodes: Lindos Acropolis Entry Ticket & Optional Audio Guide - Getting from Lindos village to the entrance
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Rhodes: Lindos Acropolis Entry Ticket & Optional Audio Guide

12.Lindos Acropolis Entry Ticket & Optional Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,285 reviews · 1 day · from $26

Visit Rhodes’s Lindos Acropolis on a reserved date and time, then explore the Temple of Athena Lindia, Hellenistic Stoa, and Knights’ castle at your own pace. Add an English audio guide through an app for site context. Bring water, a hat, and sturdy shoes for the steep, sunny climb.

“An absolute must-see for anyone visiting Lindos. But definitely book in advance and get there early to avoid the long queues!”

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Rhodes: Butterfly Valley and Seven Springs Valley Day Trip - Two hours among trees, water, and butterflies
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Rhodes: Butterfly Valley and Seven Springs Valley Day Trip

13.Butterfly Valley and Seven Springs Valley Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,278 reviews · 7 hours · from $34

Travel by air-conditioned Manos Going coach to Rhodes’ Butterfly Valley and Seven Springs. You get about two hours at each site, a useful map, and an English-speaking driver such as Apostolos or Nikos. Expect uneven paths, steep walking, a dark water tunnel, and extra entry fees.

“the driver was excellent and day was well.planned thank you”

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Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet - Passing Faliraki on the way to Afandou
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Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet

14.Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,230 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $107Top rated

Spend six hours aboard Romantika from Mandraki Harbour, swimming at Kallithea Springs, Afandou Beach, and Anthony Quinn Bay. Captain Alexander and the crew combine Greek food, cocktails, snorkeling gear, comfortable seating, and lively music in a small-group cruise limited to 40 people.

“This was the highlight of our holiday!! Everything about it was incredible, not too crowded as promised even though it was fully booked, the food was amazing, the drinks were great and actually unlimited, the music was great, and most of all the team who looked after us were incredible. A special mention to the dancing Captain who got everyone up dancing and having the best time! You will not regret this trip!!”

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From Rhodes: Lindos Round-Trip Bus Transfer with Free Time - Pickup across northern Rhodes
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From Rhodes: Lindos Round-Trip Bus Transfer with Free Time

15.Lindos Round-Trip Bus Transfer with Free Time

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,125 reviews · from $27

Travel from northern Rhodes to Lindos by air-conditioned minibus, then explore independently for five hours. Visit the Acropolis, Panagia Church, beaches, shops, and restaurants at your own pace. Your driver provides a map, directions, and a clear return time, with a photo stop on the way back.

“We were picked up on time on the chosen allocation and someone kept us updated through whatsapp for any changes. We enjoyed the whole day trip however 5 hours felt a bit short as we had to walk up lindos acropolis and find our way to the beach. Could have spent time around the shops and had lunch :) But overall it was great!”

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