Butterfly Valley and Wine Tasting

Butterfly Valley and Wine Tasting
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Excursion Highlights:
  • Experience the awe-inspiring sight of thousands of Jersey Tiger Moths at the magnificent Butterfly Valley in Rhodes.
  • Explore the western side of this stunning Greek island with your local, expert guide.
  • Choose your adventure: delve further into the valley or relax in a local cafe, absorbing the breathtaking surroundings.
  • Enjoy one of Rhodes' top wineries, tasting delectable wines, locally-produced extra-virgin olive oil, and thyme-infused honey.
  • Book this tour now to discover a unique side of Rhodes - don't miss out, seats fill up quickly!
Price: $99.00
Ages 5 and under are free.
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Standard
Shore Excursion Type Culinary / Food
Shore Excursion Duration 5 Hours 30 Minutes
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? Cruise Ship Pier.
Food/Beverage Provided Not Included (Guests will have a chance to purchase lunch on their own)
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled walking shoes. Sunscreen and sunglasses are also recommended.
Restrictions Minimum age to consume alcohol is 21 years. If you wish to explore further into Butterfly Valley there is an additional charge of 5 EUR (not included) is payable on the day. This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Due to local laws all individuals including infants and children must be accounted for at the time of booking as each individual will require a seat on the tour.

The fun begins when you and your local English speaking guide board the minibus for a ride out to Butterfly Valley on the western side of the island of Rhodes. Every year, the end of the wet season brings thousands of Jersey Tiger Moths to the area, blanketing the entire landscape in a sight that is exhilarating to behold.

This species has black and cream-colored striped wings at the top with stunning orange or yellow wings at the bottom decorated with black dots. You have the choice of paying an entrance fee and venturing further into the valley or relax in the main area and enjoy the local cafe.

Continue on to one of the best wineries in Rhodes and partake in a delicious wine tasting. While here you will have a chance to sample extra-virgin olive oil from ancient trees harvested by the ancestors, and try local honey infused with with thyme, pine, orange blossom and various spring flowers. This 5.5 hour tour introduces you to a unique side of Rhodes. Book now!

PLEASE NOTE:
The itinerary is subject to change depending on the butterfly season (the beginning of June till the end of September). If butterflies are not in season, an alternate would be a visit to Filerimos, a serene location home to vibrant peacocks. Due to local laws all individuals including infants and children must be accounted for at the time of booking as each individual will require a seat on the tour.

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3 Reviews
Rated 5 out of 5
Dec 5, 2024
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Butterflies are not visible all year, just in the late summer/early Fall. Olive oil and wine tasting was excellent. Our guide was very personable and easy to understand.
Patricia W
Rated 5 out of 5
Oct 7, 2024
A Golden Gem of a Tour
Comfortable and enjoyable, this tour was at a relaxed pace and a step away from mass crowds. The Butterfly Valley was a tranquil walk (moderate activity) through the grounds followed by a wine tasting of local Greek wines, olive oil tasting, and honey tasting at the Bee Museum. Our tour guide was friendly, kind, and knowledgeable and all venues were a lot of fun. My husband and I went on a lot of great tours in Greece and Turkey and this one was our favorite!
Barbara C
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 6, 2024
Beautiful Day in Rhodes With George
I cannot recommend this excursion enough, from the different stops to the stories you hear along the way. You get a good overview of Rhodes from a local. We were lucky enough to have George as our tour guide, and he knocked it out of the park. If you are looking for an excursion that gives you views and background of the island, this is a perfect choice.
LAUREN F