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Rhodes: Butterfly Valley and Seven Springs Valley Day Trip

1. Rhodes: Butterfly Valley and Seven Springs Valley Day Trip

Immerse yourself in Rhodes Island's natural attractions on a day trip to the Valley of the Butterflies and Seven Springs Valley. Enjoy enough time to explore on your own, eat at the restaurant, take photos, and hike along the paths. Relax with your transportation taken care of for you. Climb aboard the comfortable bus in Rhodes and relax as you're whisked away to your first stop: the Valley of the Butterflies. Enjoy 2 hours and 15 minutes to explore on your own. Observe the Panaxia Quatripunktaria butterflies as you stroll along the rustic paths weaving beside the Pelekanos River. As you explore, take photos next to the waterfalls and wooden bridges. Enhance your experience by visiting the little natural history museum or hiking to the very top of the valley to take in some great panoramic views next to the Kalopetra Monastery. Enjoy the fantastic photo opportunities. Then, drive through the scenic countryside to the East Coast. Spend 1 hour and 45 minutes exploring the magical Valley of Seven Springs, enjoying the greenery and the lovely climate. Rest in the open-air cafe-restaurant overlooking the clear springs. Marvel at the enormous plane and pine trees. If you're feeling adventurous, walk through a unique narrow tunnel to reach an artificial lake with an impressive dam and a waterfall. Finally, return to the coach for your journey back to your pickup point in Rhodes.

Rhodes: Ladiko Bay Rock Climbing and Rappelling Experience

2. Rhodes: Ladiko Bay Rock Climbing and Rappelling Experience

Arriving to the Ladiko area, begin with a small walk through the mountains along the coast. Once at the base point there will be a safety briefing, including an explanation of the equipment to be used, information about how the program will run, and the fun that you can expect. Once everybody is ready, the rock climbing will start. There will be several routes to climb next to one another, all with different levels of difficulty. Whilst climbing, you will be secured and wearing a safety helmet at all times. During this climbing part of the experience, water and fruit will be available, as well as a fresh sandwich. After getting familiar with climbing the wall, there is an option to do a larger rappel in front of a beautiful nearby cave. To get to the starting point of the rappel you'll take a 20-minute hike, allowing you to take in the most stunning views from the most advantageous points. The final rappel and its associated feelings of exhilaration and adrenaline will form the culmination to your experience.

Rhodes: Hiking Tour to the Summit of Akramitis with Photos

3. Rhodes: Hiking Tour to the Summit of Akramitis with Photos

Hike to the top of Akramitis on a guided day trip on Rhodes. Admire the views of the western coast of the island on an off-the-beaten-track hiking trail. Start with a pick-up from your hotel, and begin your hike by ascending green slopes under cypress trees overlooking the bay of Apollakia. Soon the hiking trail becomes more demanding as you start to clamber over the rocks that make up your path. Wherever you look there are amazing photo opportunities/ After the most strenuous stint, you find yourself surrounded by colourful shrubs. This meadow-like area leads you to your first stop of the day, the tiny old chapel of St John. Here you have a welcome snack enjoying one of the pies Greece is famous for and then it’s onwards and upwards to the top. Just before you arrive, climb over rocks for a short time and once you reach the summit you will be glad you did. From the top of the mountain, you get to see both sides of Rhodes, the nearby islands, the lake in Apollakia, Attaviros (the highest mountain on Rhodes), and inland Rhodes. Your guide will make sure everyone walks at a comfortable pace. In Spring, pretty flowers, fragrant herbs, and rare Rhodian Orchids line the way. You will follow a different route on the way down, one that takes you through a forest of tall pine trees.

From Rhodes: Lindos and 7 Springs Valley Bus Tour

4. From Rhodes: Lindos and 7 Springs Valley Bus Tour

The tour will begin with a beautiful drive along the East cost of Rhodes, heading to Lindos village, a morning of spectacular views and beauty. While heading to Lindos, there will have the chance to see a lot of villages and beautiful views along the way. After arriving to Lindos village, surround yourself with white-washed buildings and gaze upon the historic Acropolis that towers above the village. Take time, you have 4 hours to fully explore in a relaxed fashion, from the quaint village to the remnants of the past. Wander up to the Acropolis and immerse yourself in its rich history whilst snapping up scenes of the sea. After you explore Lindos village you can relax and enjoy one of the most beautiful and famous sandy beach of Rhodes Island. The tour will end at the 7 springs where they will have the opportunity to see the natural beauty with the scent of pine on every breath, with wooden bridges and trickling streams with wild peacocks and ducks. By the entrance, a lake with turquoise waters is nestled in a pine-clad gorge. The seven springs is an ideal place to relax and enjoy the green surroundings. Adventure seekers may walk around the footpaths searching out the source of each of the seven springs, and pass through the tunnel that takes you from one side of the hill to the other side to see the beautiful color lake and the small waterfalls.

Rhodes: Profitis Ilias Guided Sunset Hike

5. Rhodes: Profitis Ilias Guided Sunset Hike

Join a guided family-friendly hiking trip up Mount Profitis Ilias and admire views of the Aegean Sea, the coastline of Turkey, and some of the nearby islands. Learn about the history of this unusual Greek tourist attraction before experiencing a breathtaking sunset. Start your trip with pickup in Rhodes or choose to meet your guide in the quaint village of Salakos, located on the foothills of Profitis Ilias. Then, begin the ascent up the mountain, walking among ilex, pine, and olive trees along the way. Once at the top, visit some Alpine-style buildings built by the Italian colonists in 1929 and 1932. Continue from the Elafos and Elafina hotels up to the former home of the Italian Governor of Rhodes, Villa de Vecchi, and then the Byzantine church of Profitis Elias. After a short snack and drink break, head back to Salakos, stopping on the way for the highlight of this hiking tour: the sunset. Enjoy a feast for the eyes as you take in the colors of the sea, trees, and sun, calmly setting on the horizon. Later, return to the starting point using headlamps, rounding off your day with a true adventure in the wilderness. If you chose the pickup option, you'll be driven back to your accommodation once you return to Salakos.

From Kiotari: Asklipio Hiking Tour

6. From Kiotari: Asklipio Hiking Tour

Find yourself between history and nature on the Greek island of Rhodes. On this walking tour from beach resort Kiotari, go inland to discover the local village of Asklipio. Wend your way among ancient architecture, white houses, and traditional places of worship. Climb up the mountain on a dirt road surrounded by wild vegetation and Aleppo pines. See the ruins of a castle perched on a rocky hill. At an elevation of 250 m, enjoys vast views over the sea and the interior part of the island. Climb the stairway and behold the castle, most of its thick walls and battlements and two towers remaining intact. Descend to the old-fashioned village of Askiplio, with its Byzantine church and huddled white houses. Along the way, enjoy splendid views of the sea, from the beaches of Pefkos to Plimiri. Conclude the walk back in peaceful Kiotari, on a lovely sand and pebble beach.

Rhodes: 2-Day Sea Kayaking and Hiking Combo Activity

7. Rhodes: 2-Day Sea Kayaking and Hiking Combo Activity

Discover the breathtaking nature of the island of Rhodes with this combo package. Feel free to choose which activity you wish to do first. The activities do not have to be completed on consecutive days. Below is a suggested itinerary. Day 1: Sea Kayaking  Head to Kathara Beach, where your activity begins. From there, paddle around the island's secluded beaches and spectacular rock formations that contribute to the emerald green color of the waters around you. During this 5-hour activity, there will be multiple opportunities for swimming and snorkeling at Ladiko and Traounou Beach, followed by a delicious homemade picnic at Traounou Beach. On the return trip, take your time and enjoy the tranquility of your surroundings. Day 2: Hiking Travel inland towards the central-western area. After a picturesque drive, reach Salakos, a beautiful agricultural village, located on the foothills of the mountain Profitis Ilias, where you will discover the 3rd-highest mountain on the island. Ascend the mountain, following well-maintained trails that are suitable for beginners. Take refuge from the sun under the shade of the ilex, pine and olive trees that line most of the trail. During the uphill hike, enjoy magnificent views of the Aegean Sea, the coastline of Turkey and some nearby islands. At the peak, admire the famous Elafos and Elafina (male and female deer in Greek), former Italian hotels built by the Italian colonists almost 100 years ago. You will also visit the “Villa de Vecchi,” home of the former Italian Governor of Rhodes, and the Byzantine Church of Profitis Elias. Following a short break and a snack, begin your descent back to Salakos.

Lindos: Small Group Hiking Adventure

8. Lindos: Small Group Hiking Adventure

See Vlycha Bay from a hill and cross the scenic town of Lindos on this 14-km hiking trip. Cool off during a stop for a swim and try traditional snacks. All along the trail, be accompanied by an experienced local hiker. Depart above Vlycha Bay across a beautiful rocky landscape. Continue down a sloping path surrounded by rocks in the company of donkeys. Take in panoramic views of Navarone Bay, where “The Guns of Navarone” was filmed. A few hundred meters down the path, spot another amazing viewpoint over the Acropolis dominating the traditional white houses of the village of Lindos, also known as “the pearl of the Dodecanese.” Cross the village and head toward the Acropolis and the 6th-century B.C. tomb of Kleovulos before returning to the starting point in Vlycha Bay for a swim and a rest on the beach.

Rhodes: Guided Hike to 7 springs from Archangelos

9. Rhodes: Guided Hike to 7 springs from Archangelos

Our excursion begins in the village of Archangelos and continues through olive groves through vegetation growing denser and denser, with a great variety of plants. The whole “Epta Piges” area, with its abundance of springs, forms a refreshing little oasis. The path winds along beside the stream, past an old dam to the famous seven springs. The ducks and peacocks are happy to pose for photographs! Experience the excitement of crossing through a narrow tunnel with cool water at your feet. After a brief stop for refreshments, we continue on our way through the woods on an adventurous path, leaving the springs behind to enter the olive groves. The luxuriant vegetation gradually thins out to make way for the bare landscape of Archangelos.

From Salakos: Profitis Ilias Hike with Sunset

10. From Salakos: Profitis Ilias Hike with Sunset

Start your Profitis Ilias hike of in the charming village of Salakos. Follow along an old mule track to a garden that used to belong to General De Vecchi an Italian Governor of Rhodes from between 1936-1940, whose villa now lies abandoned. Cross the garden toward two hotels in Tyrolean style and climb to the top of the mountain where you will have the chance to take photos of the spectacular view. Walk on a path shaded by dense cypress trees and Aleppo pines. Pass by the majestic villa and its chapel on your way down the mountain and back to Salakos.Try some traditional snacks along the way.

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Our best breathtaking experience in Rhodes!! Carolin, Elias and Maria infected us climbing beginners with the climbing virus and we will look for further possibilities. First we walked to a wall where three routes could be climbed, all equipment including shoes was provided. All three guides have ensured success with their relaxed, funny nature. After everyone had climbed enough, the path was started on a small mountain, which also had smaller climbing passages and was rewarded with a fabulous view. Now came the last part of the adventure. There was a little instruction on how to rappel down the 35m. Since there was never any jostling, we came at dusk and walked the last few meters with flashlights. Thank you so much for the fantastic experience!!

Superleuke ervaring! Heel mooie en beetje uitdagende wandeling in de prachtige natuur van Rhodos. Manuela heeft ons perfect begeleid en wist ook heel wat te vertellen over het eiland en de natuur. Halverwege de tocht kom je op een prachtig verlaten strand terecht waar je anders niet voorbij komt en waar je even kan uitrusten of een zwemmeke kan placeren. Aanrader!

We really enjoyed the tour. Our guide Manuela was very welcoming, paid attention to everyone, told us something about nature and Rhodes and answered questions. There was a beautiful beach and goats to see up close. The atmosphere at sunset was designed very nicely. We would do the tour again. Thank you Manuela!

We were picked up at the hotel on time, the tour was well organized and very nice. It went around Lindos on varied paths. A donkey accompanied us for a short time. If you are not sure-footed, I would recommend hiking sticks. Any time

Great hike and great tour guide. The atmosphere was super relaxed and the path absolutely doable. At sunset we got delicious snacks and a schnapps. An absolute must for sunset lovers! Not touristy or overcrowded.