Rhodes Highlights: Kallithea, Kameiros & Mountain Villages
ID: GYG1179339-1808137
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover the highlights of Rhodes on a guided tour. Visit the ancient city of Kameiros, enjoy a wine tasting, and explore the charming mountain village of Apollona.
Begin your journey at the historic Kallithea Thermes, renowned for its impressive architecture and therapeutic spring waters. Enjoy free time to explore this beautiful seaside landmark.
Continue with a panoramic drive through Mandraki Harbor and up to Monte Smith, where you’ll stop to admire breathtaking views and capture memorable photos of Rhodes Town and the Aegean Sea.
Next, step back in time at the ancient city of Kameiros, one of the three original cities of Rhodes. Wander among the remains of houses with atriums, temples, altars, and public buildings in what is often called the “Pompeii of Rhodes.”
The tour continues inland to the charming mountain village of Apollona. Here, visit a traditional shop to taste the local spirit Souma and enjoy wine tasting at a family traditional local shop. Then, have free time for lunch at a traditional Greek taverna, where you can sample delicious local meze (lunch not included).
After lunch, relax during a scenic drive to Profitis Ilias, famous for its alpine-style hotels from the Italian era and panoramic mountain views. Enjoy a coffee break and photo stop surrounded by pine forests.
Before returning, make a short visit to Fountoukli Monastery, one of the most important monasteries on the island.
Highlights
- Savor the taste of local wines and the traditional spirit Souma
- Explore the ancient city of Kameiros, the "Pompeii of Rhodes"
- Enjoy a scenic drive through Mandraki Harbor and up to Monte Smith
- Visit the charming mountain village of Apollona and a family traditional local shop
- Discover the historic Kallithea Thermes and its therapeutic spring waters
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Visits to Kallithea Springs and Kamiros (Ancient City) are optional. Guests who do not wish to enter the archaeological sites or pay the entrance fee may stay nearby, relax, take photos, or enjoy the surrounding area while the rest of the group visits the sites.
Lunch is not included in the tour price
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Bring a camera for photos
Sunscreen and a hat are recommended for sun protection
INCLUDED
- Visit to Kallithea Thermes (entrance is optional)
- Panoramic drive through Mandraki Harbor
- Stop at Monte Smith for views
- Visit to ancient city of Kameiros(entrance is optional)
- Visit to mountain village of Apollona
- Souma tasting
- Wine tasting at family traditional local shop
- Visit to Profitis Ilias
- Visit to Fountoukli Monastery
- Visit to Saint Nektarios Monastery
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Visits to Kallithea Springs and Kamiros (Ancient City) are optional.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.