Private Rhodes Highlights

Private Highlights of Rhodes Tour (Filerimos, Temple of Apolonas, Street of the Knights)
Excursion Highlights:
  • Experience magnificent Filerimos with professional guides, exploring the ruins of a temple, an Early Christian basilica, and a Byzantine church.
  • Witness the Temple of Athena Polias, a spiritual place for the nights of St. John, with its historic remnants still visible.
  • Enjoy panoramic views from atop the mountain at the beautiful church rebuilt by the Italians, and previously home to Capuchin Monks.
  • Drive seaside to Rhodes' ancient Acropolis for photo ops at the stadium and Temple of Apolonas, enriching your journey with history.
  • Stroll the cobblestone Street of the Knights, admiring a historic Inn turned into shops, homes, and a university, brimming with charm.
From $97.00/person to $485.00/person (Select "Individuals" below) Price varies based on number of individuals in your group
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Private
Shore Excursion Type Private Sightseeing
Shore Excursion Duration 4 Hours
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? Cruise Ship Pier
Food/Beverage Provided Not Included
Recommended Dress Comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled walking shoes are recommended. Sun glasses and sun screen are suggested.
Restrictions Guests must be able to walk over paved, cobblestone and packed dirt surfaces. There is a double flight of stairs to reach the main rooms of the Grand Masters Palace.

Private Rhodes Highlights

After meeting your professionally trained guide on the pier, you will drive to Filerimos. The upper part of Filerimos is a large plateau and contains the ruins of several buildings including the foundations of a temple, an Early Christian basilica and a Byzantine church.

In 1876, excavations brought to light the Hellenic temple of Athena Polias which was used as a spiritual place for the order of the nights of St. John. Later it was passed onto the Turks and then to the Italians. Remnants of this period can still be seen. On top of the mountain there is a beautiful church that was destroyed under the Turkish occupation and later rebuilt by the Italians who housed Capuchin Monks in it. After a guided tour of the site, enjoy some free time to explore or sit under a huge tree and enjoy the beautiful view.

Next, you will continue with a drive along the seaside road of the city to the ancient Acropolis of Rhodes where the ruins of a stadium and the Temple of Apolonas, will be seen during a short description and photo opportunity.

You will then drive along the walls of the Old Town to reach the top of the city at the Gate d'Amboise. From here, you will begin your walking tour of the Old Town. Upon entering the first thing you will see are the outer walls of the imposing Palace of the Grand Masters. In the shadows of the palace you will be given a short history of the Palace of the Knights before walking the main entrance to begin your internal visit of several of the palace's main rooms located on the second level.

Returning back to the Street of the Knights which runs from in front of the palace down to the Knight's hospital, you will begin a walk down this charming cobblestone street as your guide points out the facades of what used to be the Inns of the Knights. Today, they are shops, private residences, and even a small university. Your guide will point out the Knight's hospital, now a very interesting Archaeological Museum.

You will then be given some free time to explore on your own, find an ice cream or visit the archeological museum on your own. At the appointed time, you will meet your guide to walk to the nearby transportation for the short ride back to the pier. Those guests wishing to stay and enjoy more of the Old Town will be responsible for getting back to the pier on their own. From the Knight's Hospital area, it is approximately 15 minutes walking to the pier.

Please Note: This tour offers customized departure times between 7:30 AM and 7:00 PM. If your preferred departure time is not listed, please contact us to place your request.