Embark on a luxurious day cruise to Symi, departing from Mandraki Harbour in Rhodes. Swim in St. George’s Bay, marvel at Symi's stunning harbour, and enjoy exploration before returning to Rhodes.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Reserve now & pay later: Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
Duration 8 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Host or greeter: English
Pickup included: You will be sent a message through Whatsapp or email, which will inform you about the exact place of pickup and any other important details. Costumers must answer as soon as possible about their location to schedule their transfer. Pickup cannot be made when the booking is made under 14 hours from the departure time or if there is not prompt notification about the exact pickup place.
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Demi – Netherlands

the transport was well organised, a friendly driver! he was on time on the way there and back. the boat trip was also very well organised, friendly staff. in a word a great day.

David – United Kingdom

everything went smooth.. the boat was lovely to be on and very comfortable, modern, clean and the staff were professional. The stop off for a swim was perfect and plenty of time available. Symi Island is beautiful 😍

Itinerary

74 pickup location options:
Atalanti Boutique Hotel, Aloe Hotel - Adults Only, Stamos Plus, Esperides Beach Resort, Summer View Hotel, Levante - powered by Playitas, Apollo Beach Hotel, SENTIDO Port Royal Villas and Spa, Sheraton Rhodes Resort, Sunshine Rhodes Hotel, Sea Melody Hotel, Eden Roc Resort Hotel, Calypso Palace, Akti Imperial Helipad, Oceanis Park Hotel - All Inclusive, Sirene Beach, All Senses Ocean Blue Seaside Resort, D’ Andrea Mare Beach Hotel, Belair Beach Hotel, Evita Bay Hotel, Sun Palace Hotel, Kresten Palace, Alex Beach Hotel & Bungalows, Rodos Palladium Leisure & Wellness | 5 star Hotel Rhodes, Alkyonides Hotel, Helea Lifestyle Beach Resort, Blue Sea Beach Resort, Hotel Cosmopolitan, affiliated by Meliá, Evita Resort Hotel, Grecotel Lux Me Dama Dama, LABRANDA Blue Bay Resort, Delfinia Resort Hotel, Cook's Club Kolymbia, Marathon Hotel, Rhodes, Rhodes Bay Hotel & SPA, Moschous, G., S.A., Virginia Family Resort, Matoula Beach, Marianna Palace Hotel, La Marquise Luxury Resort Complex, Niriides Beach Hotel, SUN BEACH RESORT, All Senses Nautica Blue Resort & Spa - All Inclusive, Summer Dream, Blue Sea Holiday Village, Oceanis Hotel, Kolymbia Bay Art Boutique Hotel - Adults only -, Mitsis Alila Resort & Spa, Doreta Beach Resort & Spa, Cyprotel Faliraki Hotel, Blue Sea Island, Mitsis Grand Hotel, Avra Beach Resort Hotel, Pegasos Deluxe Beach Hotel, Casa Cook Rhodes, Golden Odyssey, Zoes Hotel, Rhodes Horizon Resort, Pylea Beach Hotel, Ixia Dream, Katia Hotel, Dionysos Hotel, Blue Horizon Hotel, Mitsis Faliraki Beach Hotel & Spa, Atlantica Imperial Resort and Spa, Sunwing Kallithea Beach, The Ixian Grand, Bayside Katsaras Kremasti Hotel, Atlantica Princess Hotel, Cook's Club Ialysos Rhodes, Blue Sky City Beach Hotel, Esperos Mare Resort, Olympic Palace Mini Golf, Rodos Palace Hotel
Bus/coach
(50 minutes)
Rhodes Town
Boat cruise (30 minutes)
Sightseeing cruise
(70 minutes)
Saint George Bay
Boat cruise, Swimming (1.5 hours)
Sightseeing cruise
(20 minutes)
Symi
Visit, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way (3 hours)
Sightseeing cruise
(70 minutes)
Rhodes Town
Boat cruise (15 minutes)
Bus/coach
(40 minutes)
74 drop-off locations:
Katia Hotel, Dionysos Hotel, Blue Horizon Hotel, Kresten Palace, Alex Beach Hotel & Bungalows, Evita Bay Hotel, Atlantica Imperial Resort and Spa, Alkyonides Hotel, Rodos Palladium Leisure & Wellness | 5 star Hotel Rhodes, Delfinia Resort Hotel, Sunshine Rhodes Hotel, Sea Melody Hotel, Grecotel Lux Me Dama Dama, Cyprotel Faliraki Hotel, Zoes Hotel, Hotel Cosmopolitan, affiliated by Meliá, Rodos Palace Hotel, Bayside Katsaras Kremasti Hotel, LABRANDA Blue Bay Resort, Moschous, G., S.A., The Ixian Grand, Blue Sea Holiday Village, SENTIDO Port Royal Villas and Spa, Mitsis Alila Resort & Spa, Atlantica Princess Hotel, Levante - powered by Playitas, All Senses Nautica Blue Resort & Spa - All Inclusive, Summer Dream, Summer View Hotel, Virginia Family Resort, Calypso Palace, Marathon Hotel, Rhodes, Cook's Club Kolymbia, Sirene Beach, Evita Resort Hotel, Oceanis Hotel, Kolymbia Bay Art Boutique Hotel - Adults only -, Oceanis Park Hotel - All Inclusive, Akti Imperial Helipad, Blue Sea Beach Resort, Helea Lifestyle Beach Resort, Sheraton Rhodes Resort, Avra Beach Resort Hotel, Mitsis Faliraki Beach Hotel & Spa, Sun Palace Hotel, Blue Sky City Beach Hotel, Golden Odyssey, Belair Beach Hotel, D’ Andrea Mare Beach Hotel, Rhodes Bay Hotel & SPA, Matoula Beach, Esperos Mare Resort, Doreta Beach Resort & Spa, Aloe Hotel - Adults Only, La Marquise Luxury Resort Complex, Marianna Palace Hotel, Olympic Palace Mini Golf, Apollo Beach Hotel, Niriides Beach Hotel, Ixia Dream, Atalanti Boutique Hotel, Rhodes Horizon Resort, Pylea Beach Hotel, SUN BEACH RESORT, Mitsis Grand Hotel, Cook's Club Ialysos Rhodes, Sunwing Kallithea Beach, Casa Cook Rhodes, Blue Sea Island, All Senses Ocean Blue Seaside Resort, Pegasos Deluxe Beach Hotel, Eden Roc Resort Hotel, Stamos Plus, Esperides Beach Resort

Main sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Enjoy free round-trip transfer from your hotel to Mandraki Harbour
Travel on a new, luxurious and eco-friendly boat, with accesible facilities
Swim and snorkel in St. George’s Bay, a secluded natural bay
Marvel at Symi's stunning harbour with neoclassical mansions
Explore Yialos and enjoy lunch at a waterfront taverna

Full description

Experience the low-key charm and mesmerising architecture of an authentic Greek island on a luxurious day cruise to Symi. Begin your day cruise with a complimentary transfer from your hotel to Mandraki Harbour. Board the boat, Doll, for a 10:00 AM departure. Choose a comfortable seat, either in the sun or shade, and treat yourself to coffee from the onboard bar as you depart Rhodes and head towards Symi.

Arrive at St. George’s Bay, an exclusive spot accessible only by boat, where you'll have 1.5 hours to swim in the turquoise waters or snorkel amid the vibrant marine life in this wildly natural bay. Alternatively, relax with a cocktail and soak in the stunning surroundings. At 1:00 PM, set sail again towards Symi's enchanting harbour, renowned for its neoclassical mansions and dramatic mountain backdrop.

Disembark in Symi and enjoy three hours exploring the charming harbour area, Yialos, and indulging in lunch at a waterfront taverna. Don't miss trying Symi shrimp, the island's signature dish, before climbing Kali Strata to Horio for panoramic views. Return boarding begins at 4:00 PM for departure at 4:30 PM, arriving back in Rhodes at 6:00 PM; then be transported back to your hotel feeling refreshed and rejuvenated after your day cruise.

Includes

Free transfers between your hotel and Mandraki Harbour
Complimentary use of snorkelling equipment on our boat
Travel on a new, luxurious and eco-friendly boat, Doll
Choice of seats in the sun and shade, an air-conditioned salon, plus on-board toilets for your maximum comfort
Fully accessible boat with a disabled WC
Free Wi-Fi throughout the boat
Captain’s commentary pointing out the beautiful places we pass on our journey
1.5-hour stop in St. George’s Bay for swimming and snorkelling
Three hours to explore Symi Island
Safety briefing, lifejackets, life rafts and insurance

Snacks and drinks

Important information

What to bring

Swimwear
Towel
Sunscreen

Know before you go

Transfers will be provided ONLY for bookings made 14 hours before the activity take place. You will be sent a message through Whatsapp or an email around 9:00 p.m the previous day of the cruise that will inform you about the exact place of pickup and any other important details for your pick up. The company does not bear responsibility if the costumer loses its pick up time. Costumers have the responsibility to be on time at the EXACT allocated pick up points that we announce you. Please don’t call asking the pick up time. It will be announced to you before 9pm the previous day of the cruise.

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Rhodes: Transfer & Cruise to Symi Island & St. George Bay