3. Rhodes Town and Lindos: Private Minibus Tour
Start the tour with a relaxing drive along the East Coast. On the way, visit the outstanding seaside park – Kallithea Springs, a true jewel. Enjoy walking through flower-filled gardens, admire floor mosaics typical to the Aegean region, and discover exquisite architectural works made by Italians during the inter-war period. Then continue the drive towards Lindos village. See a typical countryside landscape with olive tree groves, small towns, and beautiful bays. Upon arrival in Lindos, admire one of the most impressive sites on the island. There will be a stop to capture the panoramic view of Lindos village. Afterward, enjoy free time to explore Lindos village with help from the map provided by your tour driver, which will contain historical information and directions for navigating the area. Lindos is a must-see site with a great cosmopolitan feel, labyrinthine streets, white-washed houses, religious and ancient monuments, cozy restaurants, and stylish boutiques. Take a leisurely walk, check out local crafts, snap great photos, sample ice cream or fresh orange juice, or head to the Acropolis of Lindos and tour the archaeological site. Meet your driver again and continue to the next stop, the capital city of Rhodes Town. Enjoy a panoramic drive, along the way, observing all the town’s significant administrative buildings like the Town Hall, the Court, Prefecture Offices, Central Post, National Theatre, and the Main Church. Stop by the Lighthouse of St. Nicholas Fortress, located next to the Colossus site and the Mandraki Port’s windmills. Then, drive to the highest part of the city, also known as Mount Smith, where the Acropolis of Rhodes and the Temple of Apollo are situated. Stop for photos to capture the unforgettable view overlooking Rhodes Town, the northernmost point of Rhodes Island, and the coastline of Asia Minor. After the tour, return to your accommodation or continue your day in Medieval Rhodes Town.