Description

This tour is the perfect full day trip for those who are interested in the history of Rhodes, and want to explore its rich past. What you will see on this Full Day tour of Rhodes....

CITY OF RHODES:

Old Town:
This part of the city lies within huge fortified walls with 7 gates. The streets are of true medieval architecture and many historical sights are located in the old city.
-Palace of Grandmaster (A very unique and interesting 7th century castle)
-Street of the Knights
-Hospital of the Knights which is also home to the Archeological Museum of Rhodes

New Town:
New town is not all that new, built around 1522, it has mainly Italian influence on the architecture. This part of the city is filled with restaurants, souvenir shops, and jewelry stores.

Old Harbor:
The old harbor of Rhodes is home to what once was considered to be one of the Wonders of the ancient world, Colossus of Rhodes. Destroyed by an earthquake, 2 deer statues mark where the huge statue once stood.

Acropolis of Rhodes:
The Acropolis is still being excavated, but it has shed a major light onto life back in the ancient times.
Temple of Appollo and the Greek Stadium are examples of what visitors should expect to see.

FILERIMOS: (Approx. 45 min drive)
Filerimos is a plateau that was once home to a religious city. The view is breathtaking and the old buildings, foundations, and ruins will transport you back in time.

VALLEY OF THE BUTTERFLIES
A natural reserve, unique of its kind. This area is a green valley and it becomes overwhelmed during spring and autumn months with butterflies of the Panaxia genus, species Quadripunctaria Poda. The river Pelekanos runs through the valley and there are many waterfalls scattered throughout. Disturbing the butterflies is strictly prohibited. Visitors are only allowed to look at them as they stroll through the narrow paths of the valley and discover the natural beauty of Rhodes.

Included

* NOTE: !!! Our Guides are LICENSED and Members of the Union official Guides in Crete.

** NOTE: !!! Our Drivers are Professionals and English speaking.

INCLUDED
Vehicle, fuels, tolls (wherever exist), parking fee,
English-speaking driver, English or French-speaking guide, insurance covery of the passengers up to 500,000 euro in total, VAT and all taxes.

NOT INCLUDED
*Entrance fees in archaeological and historical sites, hotel accommodation wherever needed, beverages and meals.

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