Discover Symi Island’s charm and Panormitis Monastery’s history. Explore shops, savor fresh fish, and admire Byzantine frescoes on this full-day tour.
- Rhodes - You will be picked up by bus from your hotel and transferred to Rhodes port (transfer’s duration depends on the area of your hotel). You will then get on the boat in order to sail to Symi Island. The trip’s duration is approx.1h20min.
- Symi - Visit to the perfectly formed Harbor of Symi, one of the most beautiful picture postcard villages with neo classical pastel colored houses. You will have the great opportunity to be guided by a professional guide and you will have free time to have a walk around the island, to have fresh seafood in one of the local tavernas (optional) and to visit the little shops with local products (sponges, herbs, honey).
You will get on board, which will be sailing to Panormitis Monastery. The trip’s duration is approx. 30 minutes.
- Panormitis Monastery - This monastery is dedicated to the Archangel Michael and has a charming bell tower and a beautiful 12th century church. It is a well-known spot of great interest and attracts many visitors and worshippers who come to see the Byzantine frescoes and engraved temple full of golden offerings. You will have the unique experience of visiting this monastery with a professional guide.
You will then get on board in order to sail back to Rhodes island. The trip duration is approx. 1h30 min. As soon you will arrive at Rhodes port you will be transferred by bus back to your hotel.
- Professional guide
- Pick-up and drop-off from/to your hotel
- Boat tickets
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
This journey transports you to the impeccably constructed Harbor of Symi, regarded as one of the most visually stunning villages featuring neo classical houses painted in pastel colors. At your convenience, you can browse through the charming shops in search of natural sea sponges and various cooking spices. You might also want to enjoy a lunch of fresh fish under the warm sun at one of the local seaside taverns. Post lunch, our vessel sails towards the southern part of the island, where the imposing structure of Panormitis Monastery stands along the inlet. Dedicated to Archangel Michael, this monastery boasts a delightful bell tower and an impressive 12th century church. Noted for its high interest, it draws in a large number of visitors and worshippers keen to witness the Byzantine frescoes and a lavishly engraved temple dotted with golden offerings.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
