Explore the colorful island of Symi and visit the historic Panormitis Monastery on a day trip from Rhodes, only 60 minutes away. Dive into Greek traditions, neoclassical architecture, crystal clear waters, and delicious seafood.

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Duration 8 hours: Check availability to see starting times.

Highlights

Visit beautiful Symi island, said to be the prettiest island southern Greece
Go to the historic monastery dedicated to the Archangel Michael in Panormitis
See a war memorial carved out of a single rock
Make your own pictures on the most picturesque Greek island

Full description

Cross the Aegean Sea from the port of Rhodes and sail to Symi Island, where traditional houses greet you as you sail into the harbor.

Upon arrival, get some free time to explore the stunning island on your own or choose to follow your guide. Travel back in time at the Archaeological and Folklore Museum, visit the ruins of the knights’ castle overlooking Gialos, or explore the island's maritime history at the Naval Museum.

Take a taxi boat to a secluded beach for a refreshing dip or instead try to taste as many local delicacies as possible. Afterward, board your boat once again and admire Panormitis Monastery, dedicated to the Archangel Michael and known for its miracles.

Includes

Round-trip transportation by boat
Free time on Symi Island
Visit to Panormitis Monastery

Personal expenses
Entrance fees

Meeting point

Meet at the tourist harbor 1 hour before the tour begins. Exchange your voucher for a boarding pass at the Symi/Marmaris Ticket Kiosk.

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sun hat
Sunscreen

Know before you go

At the time of booking you must input the full name, age, and nationality of all participants, otherwise you will not be allowed to board the boat
At the time of booking a valid telephone number must be provided
You must bring your passport/ID in order to obtain your ticket

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Overall rating

4.1 /5

based on 171 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.3/5
Transportation
3.9/5
Service
4/5
Organization
4.1/5

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Beautiful Symi, loved the little city so much! 10/10 experience visiting the Island. The trip itself could have been better organized. There were no information given over the speakers of where we were, departure time etc. We didnt know the boat would have an hour stop on the way home. This felt a bit pointless to us, and we would much rather have 1 more hour in Symi than one hour stop by the church on the way home….. Other than that, BEAUTIFUL Symi! Would love to go back any day!

June 28, 2022

Unfortunately we had not been informed about departure place which is too far from the tourist harbor and you need to get a taxi. It is not clear if the transfer from our hotel was included. Get your Guide people tried to find a solution for which I thank them. Anyway we finally enjoyed the trip.

September 16, 2021

From Rhodes: Full-Day Boat Trip to Symi and Panormiti

From Rhodes: Full-Day Boat Trip to Symi and Panormiti

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