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Rhodes Town & East Coast

Half Day Private Tour

Tour Overview

• The Old Town, the Street of the Knights, the Grand Masters Palace (for pictures)
• The New Town, the Old Harbor, the Historical Buildings.
• The Acropolis of Rhodes, the temple of Apollo and the Greek Stadium
• We drive to Lindos 35 miles
• The Saint Paul's bay
• The Village and the Acropolis of Lindos.
• On the way back we drive through Faliraki, Kalithea.
• Duration: approximately 4:30 hours
• Notes: Suggested time for this tour: All the year round

Tour Suggestion 1: Rhodes Town & East Coast

From your selected point, you'll be driven to the Old town (World Heritage Site), you’ll pass through one of the gateways and by the Agora and the Collachium, where the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem lived and worked, building a stronghold of Christendom in the Eastern Mediterranean. Remaining remarkably intact, the Old Town is home to the churches, marble coats of arms of the Knights, canon balls, the inns of the Knights, and most impressive the restored Palace of the Grand Masters (stop pictures).

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.

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 pictures).

Near to the harbour is the Church of the Annunciation that houses amazing gothic wall paintings by Fotis Kontoglou and impressive chandeliers. Today it is the town's cathedral (stop pictures).

Then past the rest of the imposing buildings, where the Venetian, Gothic and Arabic elements blend. The City Hall Located at the centre of Rhodes town at the historical location of the port. The impressive Administration building which houses the Prefecture of the Dodecanese, (Venetian palace style design).  The National Theatre of Rhodes is an impressive building ideally located in the Town Hall Square. It is one of the finest specimens of the International and the Italian style of architecture "Teatro Puccini".  The imposing "Hotel of the Roses" was built by the Italians, in 1932. Today it house's the "Casino of Rhodes".  The Aquarium of Rhodes, hosting an Aquarium and a Museum.

Continuing up the hillside to Monte Smith ( The Acropolis of Rhodes city ) which overlooks the Old Town .  Enjoy excellent views of the new and old town of Rhodes (stop pictures).  Then we drive to the Temple of Apollo , and the restored Greek Stadium and the Greek Theatre (stop pictures).

Once part of an ancient Greek civilization.  The Lindos Acropolis also includes the remains of the medieval fortifications of the Knights of St. John.
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 (stop pictures). From this point you can also view the cave where the film “The Guns of Navarone” was filmed.
Then we drive to the main square of Lindos so you can climb up to the Acropolis of Lindos. Walk through Lindos Village and up the many steps and narrow uphill cobblestone pathways to the summit of the Acropolis to see the magnificent remains of past civilizations. Marvel at the 4th century B.C. 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. This view is truly panoramic.

F.A.Qs.

Q: How long are the stops to take pictures?  Will we have time to really look around?

A: As you can expect, some spots are more time-consuming than others. With this in mind, there is no set time for each highlight. You will have plenty of time to look around and take photos of the landmarks and we watch how the tour progresses at each landmark and adjust the tour accordingly.

Q: Can we drive any closer to the Acropolis?  My mother will not be able to do extend walking.       

A: No cars can drive up. To reach the Acropolis of Lindos you will be required to climb (or ride on a donkey) 292 steps.  Entrance fee is 5 euro per person in the Acropolis (Child under 17 free).  No charge to enter Lindos. By the way, the donkey does not eliminate all the steps - there are over 80 to go when you get off the donkey. Still worth it!!

Q: Can you tell us, if we decide to not climb the Acropolis - can we take pictures of it from the bottom? Are there handrails or would it be a difficult climb?

A: For the most part the stairs really are ok. The risers are maybe 5-7 inches and the treads about 18-24 inches. Not really normal stairs. No handrail on either side.  Yes, you can take pictures from below (of a hillside.) The good ones are at the top.

Q: Can you tell me about the “donkey ride” in Lindos”?  Is it fun or recommended?  Does it take a lot of time?

A: The “Lindos Taxi” as they call the donkeys in Lindos is fun, and if you have children with you, it is recommended! The children will love it. Just keep in mind that they hire 2 at time, 12 euros for the 2 donkeys one-way up. It takes 10min to go up.

Q: Do the donkeys use the same path and/or set of stairs that we would use to climb up?

A: No, at Lindos the donkeys go by a slightly different path. So the stairs, and the soles of your shoes, will be quite clean!

Q: We actually have a group of 12 people, but all might not be interested in this itinerary.

A: You already have 3 taxis which means maximum of flexibility. You can visit Lindos as a group of 12 people, and then you can split to the different itineraries of your choices.

Q: Some of the group want to climb to the Acropolis above Lindos while others want to just explore Lindos village.

A: No problem. We will meet all of you later at the main square of Lindos .

Q: How long will we stay in Lindos village? How long will the couples climbing and looking at the Acropolis take?

A: Usually we spend one hour in Lindos, but it depends on you for how long you need to visit Lindos. To climb up it takes 10 – 15 min, to take a look 30min.

Q: I will be travelling with an elderly grandmother. She is 84 year old. If my mother decides not to go up, is there anything for a lady in her age to do while my son and I go up?

A: Yes, we can drive her down on the marvellous beach of Lindos have a drink and a nice discuss with the driver and enjoy the panoramic view of the white village and the Acropolis of Lindos while she is waiting for you.

Q: How long does it take a walk back to our ship from the gate near the Palace of Grand Master and the Archaeological Museum ?

A: Usually it takes less than 10 min, however, you can do it as long as you wish, enjoying a nice walk through the Old Town .

Q: What is Rhodes known for, in terms of food/beverage and souvenirs?  What's the one thing we shouldn't miss? 

A: Local Food, Wines,  Potteries , Ceramics

Q: I have read some of the reviews & I am sure we'll also have fun.

A: No comments!

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