Best Of Rhodes - Lindos - Private Shore Excursion


5 hours
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
1 - 4
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Overview

Discover Rhodes Town and the island’s eastern shores with "RHODES PRIVATE TOURS". On this customizable private half day Ttur you can delve into Rhodes City and Harbor on a private driving tour, with an experienced driver-guide and discover Lindos, Anthony Quinn Bay, and other sights—all with ease and the bonus of being able to adjust the itinerary to suit you. (in the time frame of 5:00 hours)

1) Explore the beautiful island of Rhodes in a Mercedes Benz Sedan Car

2) Get the most of Rhodes’ east coast and the capital city on a private tour

3) Hassle-free way to visit multiple sites, with option to tailor the itinerary

4) Explore Lindos, Pottery Demo, and plenty of fascinating and historic sites.

5) Door-to-door private sedan from Rhodes cruise port, airport, or select hotels

If your group is larger, we can accommodate you with Luxury Mercedes Minibuses, please contact us, and we'll do the rest!!

Inclusions

  • English-Speaking Knowledgeable Driver - Specialize in Private Shore Excursions
  • Mercedes SEDAN CAR Airconditioned - High Safety Standards
  • Personalized Customer Service - Respect for your Freedom and Individuality
  • 100% Flexibility - We will help with changes - In the time frame of the 5:00 hours or 120 km – 75mil
  • No Stress - Back to the Ship on Time - If you are a Cruise Ship Passengers
  • 1984 - 2023 Thirty-Nine Years of Experience & Quality Private Tours

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Old Town of Rhodes, Solomou Alchadef 4-14, Rhodes Town 851 00 Greece

From the pier (or your selected starting point) we drive to the Medieval City (World Heritage Site) where you can get your pictures from outside of the most important Gates.

A) According to a new traffic regulation no cars enter the Old Town, only pedestrians. We can finish the tour later at a gate of the Old Town, so you can visit it on your own and walk back to the ship. From the Medieval City to the Cruise Port is 5min flat walk. This way you save time and money, as you don’t have to pay the driver (waiting-time)

B) No stress, our knowledgeable drivers can show you how to walk via the Old Town back to the ship (just talk to your driver)



Stop At: Mandraki Harbour, Platia Eleftherias, Rhodes Town Greece

We continue out of the Old Town to Old Harbor (Mandraki), where according to the tradition, the Colossus of Rhodes once stood - One of the seven wonders of the ancient world.



Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: The Church of the Annunciation, Platia Eleftherias New Town Greece

Close to the entrance of the Old Port is the "Church of Annunciation of the Virgin Mary" The Church is styled as a 3 aisled gothic basilica with a wooden roof., and houses amazing gothic wall paintings by Fotis Kontoglou and impressive chandeliers. Today it is the town’s cathedral

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Paralia Elli, Rhodes Town 851 00 Greece

Elli beach lies between the Mandraki harbor, and the Aquarium, in the northern end of the town. Is the beach of Rhodes Town one of the most cosmopolitan beaches.

Stop At: The Acropolis of Rhodes, Diagoridon 68, Rhodes Town 851 00 Greece

We drive to Monte Smith Hill (Acropolis of Rhodes Town) on the way you see the North Point of the Island where the Mediterranean and the Aegean Sea meet.

Once we reach the Acropolis (with the car no climb) we stop at a vantage point for a 360 Panoramic View of Rhodes Town and both East and West Coast - Scenic.

We continue for photos from a distance of the Temple of Apollo, and the Ancient Stadium.


Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Ladiko Beach, Kallithea, 85100 Greece

Just close to Anthony Quinn bay. Super spot for swimming and snorkeling. Sun loungers and beach facilities - Scenic

Stop At: Anthony Quinn Bay, Faliraki Greece

The drive continues south-east 50 kilometers / 32 miles to Lindos
On the way you visit the Anthony Quinn Bay - Takes its name from the famous Hollywood actor, who owns a large property in this area. Since filming the Guns of Navarone in Rhodes Island - scenic


Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Savvas Ceramics, Ethniki Odos Rodou - Lindou, Kalathos 851 02 Greece

On the way you can choose an optional short stop at a pottery workshop where the traditional pottery of Rhodes is made. You can see the wonderful pieces of art, and watch the potter working at his wheel. You can even learn the mystery of the Pythagorean cup!

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Lindos Beach, Lindos 851 07 Greece

On the way to Lindos we stop at a vantage point for a panoramic picture from a distance of Lindos Beach. Wonderful white sand, flat calm seas and great beach side. The beach is overlooked by the beautiful acropolis. From the same point you can get your panoramic photos of the White Village and Acropolis of Lindos

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Village of Lindos, Lindos Rhodes, Greece Greece

We drive into the Village at the main square so you can:

Option A) To walk the alleys of Lindos and climb up the Acropolis

Option B) Just explore the white village, walk the alleys of Lindos (not climb up 292 steps to acropolis) Your driver can show you the acropolis from vantage points and you get your photos from a distance. This way you skip the crowds, save time, and have more time to explore the White Village

You have one hour to spend in Lindos (village and Acropolis) You may extend the tour if you wish (or contact us on time of booking, so we can modify the tour to your wishes) the tour is 100% flexible


Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Acropolis of Lindos, Lindos 851 07 Greece

Walk through Lindos Village and up the 292 steps and narrow uphill cobblestone pathways to the summit of the Acropolis to see the magnificent remains of past civilizations. The Doric Temple of Athena Lindia, a double winged portico, a Byzantine church and the fortifications of the Knights, including the remains of the Governor’s quarters.
Entrance fee 12 Euros per person for the Acropolis (Optional Visit)

If you wish you can skip the climb up to acropolis of Lindos, just talk to your driver


Duration: 35 minutes

Stop At: Agios Pavlos Beach, Lindos 851 07 Greece

On the way back you continue to the south of Lindos, to St. Paul ‘s Bay, where the apostle is said to have landed in the year 51 AD to preach Christianity to the Rhodians. From this point you can also view the cave where the film “The Guns of Navarone” was filmed - scenic



Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Kallithea Springs, Leof. Kallitheas, Kallithea 851 00 Greece

We continue along the east coastal road and pass Kallithea Spa. In this naturally landscaped setting, the film "Escape to Athena" with Telly Savalas and Roger Moore was filmed. Some scenes from the film "The Guns of Navarone" were also filmed here too.
Back to Rhodes Old City for independent browsing, or to the ship (or to your hotel). The Medieval City is a 10 min flat walk from the cruise port

Pass By: Faliraki, Faliraki, Rhodes, Dodecanese, South Aegean

We continue back to Rhodes Town and the last 14km / 8 miles we drive through the coastal road of Faliraki marvelous beach. Faliraki open only during the summer season, its only purpose is to provide its visitors a vacation that they will not forget. The beach is primarily sand and the water is crystal clear.


Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Under the framework of preventive actions for tourism regarding the new COVID19 epidemic, all our associate drivers and guides have successfully completed the educational program regarding the National Hygiene Protocols and regulations. Guides & Travelers must wear masks while in enclosed spaces.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
traveller_uk_2011
September 2022

Many thanks to Nicholas for the tour which went very well. Our special thanks to Michael for explaining everything so clearly and we were very impressed by his local and historical knowledge. Michael went out of the way to arrange the pottery tour for kids even though we were running late after...

Kathryn Shanks D
August 2022

We just returned from our Greek Island cruise. While in Rhodes we were lucky to connect with Nicholas from Rhodes Private Tours. After a simple email to Nicholas we had our perfect day planned. Customized to what we wanted to see and do. I was concerned about a non ship tour, but we decided...

natalieb382
July 2022

Andreas was an absolute star and he provided us with good insight about the island, always sharing some anecdotes, small interesting bits of info, and very accommodating without being too much into your face. He picked the best spots to take photos, which I as an enthusiastic hobby photographer, ...

Fejfars
July 2022

We have used the services of Rhodes Private Tours three times, including the most recent one on a cruise ship stop in July 2022. Our first visit was in 1999 during a very short cruise in the eastern Med, and we arranged for a tour on-line (way before Tripadvisor) with a company operated by Nicho...

RANDY_F
July 2022

Acropolis of Lindos had some of the most amazing remains and even better views of the island. The bays were beautiful but the only thing that could have been better is if the excursion group pre-ordered our acropolis ticket as we had to wait in line for about 40 minutes in the blistering heat. Al...

Cormac_C
July 2022

Our guide, Manuel was very nice. He had great knowledge of the beautiful plants and crops on the island. He stopped at several fantastic spots for photo opportunities. It was a great day.

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