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Rhodes: Kamiros, Kritinia, Embona Tour
4.8
15 Ratings
Kalavarda
Embark on an island tour filled with local exploration, picturesque villages, and stunning beaches. Indulge in wine and olive oil tasting, visit historical sites, and relax in the crystal-clear waters of Kalithea Springs.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Ancient Kamiros - Our journey starts with Ancient Kamiros, an ancient city on the island of Rhodes. Located on the northwest coast, 3 kilometers west of the modern village of Kalavarda, the city was built on three levels. At the top of the hill was the Acropolis, featuring the temple complex of Athena and the stoa. The main settlement was on the middle terrace, with a grid of parallel streets and residential blocks. The lower terrace housed a Doric temple, likely dedicated to Apollo, the Fountain House, the Agora, and the Peribolos of the Altars, which contained dedications to various deities. The area was inhabited by Mycenaean Greeks during the prehistoric period, and the city itself was founded by the Dorians. (Entrance fee: 6 euros)
- Kritinia Castle - The Castle of Kritinia is a 16th-century medieval castle situated on a hill about 131 meters above the village of Kritinia. It offers a breathtaking view of the Aegean Sea, the island of Chalki, and some other deserted islands.
- Ebonas Winecellar - We will visit a winery in the village of Embona, one of the oldest on Rhodes island, for wine and olive oil tasting, along with local products. The wines are made from grapes collected from local vineyards, offering a variety of choices. Visitors can also taste liqueurs, ouzo, souma with honey, masticha, and pomegranate, paired with nuts and fresh fruits, for free at the bar. Olive oil is produced here, and you can find honey from local producers, as well as cosmetics and herbs made with olive oil. Enjoy traditional food at a local tavern in Embona’s village during your free time, with recommendations from your tour guide. Don’t forget to check out Embona’s souvenir shops for authentic handmade goods!
- Profitis Ilias - Next, we will drive to Profitis Ilias, a 798-meter-high mountain with interesting attractions. This small summer resort, created by the Italians in 1929, is nestled in a forest of Aleppo pines, cedars, and cypress trees, and is populated by deer. It’s an ideal stop for photos or a coffee break. On the way, we will pass by a building that was the cottage of the Italian dictator Mussolini during World War II.
- Agios Nikolaos Fountoukli - Continuing on, we reach the Fountouklis area to visit a Byzantine church dedicated to Saint Nikolaos. Dating from the 14th to 15th century, this central square building is covered with a dome and features a notable triple composition of frescoes in the apse.
- Kallithea Springs - Heading east through the countryside and villages of Rhodes island, we arrive at Kallithea Springs, a majestic place known since ancient times for the beneficial properties of its waters. Now fully restored and tastefully refurbished, Kallithea Springs welcomes hundreds of visitors daily. The facilities are worth seeing, and you can swim in the clear blue waters of its coves, enjoy refreshments at the seaside coffee shop, or visit the photo gallery with historical photos of the island. The unique mosaics, monumental architecture, and the hall of the Rotunda, where thermal waters once flowed, evoke a nostalgic sense of another era. (Entrance fee: 3 euros per person).
What's Included
- Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off
- Comfortable transport via air-conditioned vehicle
- Knowledgeable professional guide
- Exquisite wine tasting experience
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees at archaeological sites
Additional Information
Embark on a Timeless Journey Through Rhodes!
Unveil the treasures of Rhodes with our experienced guide, starting at the mystical Ancient Kamiros. Wander through its Acropolis, delve into history, and trace the layers of Mycenaean Greeks and Dorians (Entrance fee: 6 Euro). Next, soar to the Castle of Kritinia, a 16th-century Venetian marvel with panoramic Aegean views, hidden chapels, and medieval grandeur.
Indulge your senses at Embona’s oldest winery, tasting a symphony of flavors. Savor local delights at a charming tavern, explore handmade treasures, then ascend Mt. Profitis Ilias for breathtaking views. Discover the Byzantine gem, Saint Nikolaos Church, in Fountouklis, and unwind at Kallithea Springs, a majestic oasis with ancient healing waters (Entrance fee: 3,00 Euro per person).
Enjoy this worry-free adventure with our seamless transfer service, ensuring you explore worry-free!
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- Dress code is smart casual, comfortable shoes, hat, sun protection, cameras for photos & swim suite.
- The people with wheelchairs is necessary to have an escort with them.
Location
Ancient Kamiros
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(15 Ratings)
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Gopalakrishnan_v
Jul 13, 2024
Fantastic guided island tour of Rhodes - Outstanding guide Nina gave a detailed history of the amazing sights we were taken to in this small group bus tour.
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321tamx
Jul 7, 2024
Excellent - Excellent trip thanks to the 2 Mike's. Very professional and so informative, we loved the scenery and stops.
Personally didn't rate kalithea springs as due to a wedding we couldn't get access to all of the place and to short for a swim, again for me Personally.
Great trip would do again
Many thanks x
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Gail_c
May 17, 2024
This tour is a MUST! - This tour is a MUST! What a fab tour around the island of Rhodes!
From the moment we got picked up from our hotel, to the time we got dropped back, we had an amazing day.
Nena our tour guide was very good and gave us a brilliant history of Rhodes. George, our driver was very careful and professional in his driving.
Stopping off and seeing the great sights around the island was lovely and breathtaking.
This truly was the highlight of our trip and great value for money.
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Maggie_w
May 4, 2024
Nina, our tour guide, was... - Nina, our tour guide, was fabulous- full of brilliant history and tales from the islands past that brought everywhere to life! Lots to see!
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Riveiradsouza
Apr 11, 2024
Amazing - We were a family of 2 adults and a child , we had an amazing trip . Peter was our guide and Micheal drove us to all the lovely places .
Peter is very knowledgeable and passionate about history and was very knowledgeable!
The history behind Kamiros , Kritonia castle , Mt Profitis is amazing. We unfortunately just got 30 mins at Kallithea springs as it closes at 4pm wished we could spend more time there but besides that the overall experience was very enjoyable and I definitely recommend using Kariba Travels !
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Stephenhe922mc
Mar 30, 2024
Highly recommend - Michael the guide and Michael the driver were fantastic!! Very knowledgeable and friendly. I would highly recommend this tour with them. It was the perfect amount of time. Wine tasting was great. We bought a couple of bottles. The lunch was great and relaxing. Very good food.
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Williamo878
Sep 17, 2023
value for money trip - booked this trip through tripadviser , nina was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable , a full day but never bored , would highly recommend this tour
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F9833fpgiorgiad
Jul 1, 2023
Incredible tour of Rhodes - An absolutely amazing tour of the island. The guide was really knowledgeable, sharing stories, myths, bits of culture as you’re driving. The places we visited were absolutely breathtaking. We even got to feed deer which was a lovely surprise, and had my best Greek Iced coffee of the trip in the bar next to Kritinia Castle (which also had puppies you could play with). Wine tasting had some of the best wine I have ever tried. Sometimes it would have been nice to have a little bit more time in some locations as I would have liked to stay longer. Overall five stars.
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Joannehb2060pm
May 8, 2024
Enjoyable day, would recommend! - Overall it was an enjoyable day. The driver and tour guide were great. We found that there were a few random stops. Like a stop at a hotel, beautiful building but not totally sure it was a necessary stop. We encountered some rude staff during lunch at the restaurant recommended by our guide - although that is no reflection on the tour, but it certainly impacted our experience. Spent far too much on olive oil - but we’re a sucker for a good olive oil!
In a nutshell, we would recommend the tour to anyone asking. Maybe consider a different spot for lunch - but might just have been a one off!
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Patricia_m
Jun 22, 2024
It was nice enough but if... - It was nice enough but if you are over 5ft the seats won't be comfortable and the air con didn't really work in the van. Kalithea springs is basically a beach bar so a bit of a disappointing end to the trip. However our tour guide was nice, but if you want to explore this might not be the tour for you as we didn't really get much time in each stop except to get a beverage and a break from the heat of the van.
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