Discover the major landmarks on the gorgeous island of Rhodes as you follow your expert guide on an insightful excursion. Visit Mount Filerimos with its medieval monastery, the colorful butterfly valley, and the ancient city of Kamiros, which was destroyed by an earthquake. Ride an air-conditioned bus to your first stop, Mount Filerimos. Walk by the representation of the Stations of the Cross and admire the breathtaking panoramic view. Visit the medieval monastery built in the early 14th century and hear the amazing story of Our Lady of Filerimos. After a short picturesque drive, arrive at the iconic butterfly valley, surrounded by dense vegetation and tall trees. Enjoy a walk down the shaded path and reach the gorgeous opening, where you'll find the marvelous Panaxia Quadripunctaria or Jersey Tiger butterfly. Your next stop is Kamiros, an ancient Doric city founded in the 6th century. See the acropolis and temples of this tragic site that was destroyed by an earthquake in 142 AD. Continue your drive through the mountains and visit the quaint village of Embona. Stop at a traditional mountain home to meet a family of wine producers. Taste some of their wine and local spirits, as well as honey and olive oil. Explore the village on your own and purchase lunch at a local restaurant if you're feeling hungry.

Village of Lindos: Visit Lindos village full of picturesque alleys, traditional aromas and cosmopolitan attitude forms a unique puzzle no one can resist. Above the modern village of Lindos rises the acropolis of Lindos. You will reach there through a short steep-stepped footpath climbs the rocky 116m-high. The Ancient Acropolis of Lindos is a natural citadel which was fortified successively by the Greeks, the Romans, the Byzantines, the Knights of St John, and the Ottomans. From here the panoramic view of the city and the sea is breathtaking! Filerimos Hill: We will also visit the Byzantine Monastery of Our Lady of Filerimos situated at Filerimos hill. The monastery was built in the 15th century by the Knights of Saint John, who had conquered the island that time. The monastery is dedicated to Virgin Mary the Life-Giving Source (Zoodochos Pighi) and its architecture is much different than the usual monasteries in Greece. Acropolis of Rhodes: We continue to visit the Acropolis stood on the hill now known as Monte Smith and consists of the Temple of Apollo (the remains of the temple of Athena Polias and Zeus Polieus) the archaeological park that contains the Hellenistic stadium, built in the 3rd century BC, where the athletic events of the Alioi Games took place. Stroll at the Medieval Town: We return back to the old Medieval town of Rhodes which is listed in the World Heritage Sites List of UNESCO, one of the best preserved medieval settlements in the world. We stroll in its meandering streets with the most famous of all, the Street of Knights. At the highest point in this road we will see the grandiose castle, the Palace of the Grand Masters, with its enormous towers and now a wonderful museum. It is worth exploring the large Hall of the Council, the Knights’ Dining Hall and the private chambers of the Grand Master. You will admire the mosaics and the decorated floors dating from the Early Christian times.

Uncover the beauty of Rhodes island on this guided bus day trip. Capture a picture of where the Colossus of Rhodes once stood on your tour of the sights in Rhodes City. Step back in time as you explore the seaside Kallithea Springs. Walk the picturesque streets of Lindos. Enjoy pickup from a meeting point in Faliraki, Kallithea, Rhodes City, Ixia, or Ialysos. Sit back and relax in a spacious and air-conditioned medium size bus on the scenic drive up Mt. Smith to see the Panoramic view of Rhodes city and the Acropolis of Rhodes. Then see the most important landmarks in Rhodes, take a photo where the Colossus of Rhodes once towered, pass by Rhodes administrative center, the historical Mandraki Port, and see the medieval Rhodes Town Then continue the tour, drive along the coastline to the Kallithea Springs, and have 1 hour to explore the site. Buy tickets to the stunning seaside springs, which feature a monument with a charming garden and a picturesque turquoise bay with a swimming area. Hop back on the bus and make your way to the scenic Lindos village. Take a photo from the Panoramic Lindos observation viewpoint. On the guided orientation tour, discover Lindos settlement and learn about the ancient Lindos city-state. Then have some free time for lunch, see gift shops, or walk to the Acropolis of Lindos. Return to your meeting point at the end of the tour.