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Highlights of Rhodes Old Town
Rhodes Shore Excursion - Highlights of Rhodes Old Town


 



This 4 Hour Private Shore Excursion Includes:
  • Pick up from Hotel or Port of Rhodes
  • Private Vehicle with English Speaking Licensed Guide
  • Included Visits- Grand Masters Palace, Archaeological Museum
Please Note: On Mondays, this tour is not available until after 1 PM. The prices shown below are not valid on Sundays or local National Holidays. If your only day in this city is Sunday, please Contact Us for pricing and availability.
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Tour Number:
GRHOD-02

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Group Size (Prices in USD)*:
2 People - $376 Per Person (Private Tour)
3 People - $256 Per Person (Private Tour)
4 People - $198 Per Person (Private Tour)
5 People - $162 Per Person (Private Tour)
6 People - $138 Per Person (Private Tour)
7 People - $120 Per Person (Private Tour)
8 People - $107 Per Person (Private Tour)



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TOUR DESCRIPTION
 

Rhodes Shore Excursion

The focus of this private Rhodes tour is the sites located in the old town of Rhodes. You enjoy a short scenic drive before starting a walking tour which includes interior visits to the Grand Masters Palace and the Archaeological Museum.

You start your private Rhodes tour by passing the old port of Mandraki. It is here where it is believed that the Colossus, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, once stood. You drive up the hilltop of Agios Stefanos where you will enjoy beautiful views of the Bay of Rhodes.

Next you travel back to the city and drive around the ancient stone walls. You enter the Old Town from d'Amboise Gate, which is the closest point to the rebuilt Grand Master's Palace. This palace was constructed as a reflection of the Papal Palace in Avignon, France. It was built to serve as a fortress in times of war, a peacetime residence for the Grand Master and a meeting place for senior knights.

After visiting the palace you walk the cobblestone street of the "Avenue of the Knights" where the famous knights once lived. To this day the street exudes a noble and forbidden aura with its lofty buildings which stretch the 1800 feet long unbroken wall of stone blocks. The flat facade is punctuated only by huge doorways and arched windows.

This avenue leads you to the Archaeological Museum which is housed in the 15th century Knights' Hospital. Your guide will show you many artifacts and exquisite statues dating back as far as 4th Century B.C.. Its most famous piece is the statue called the Aphrodite of Rhodes, which is chiseled in marble from the Greek island of Paros.

At the end of your walking tour you have free time before you are transferred back to the pier.

Mobility: NO wheelchairs

If you cannot find what you are looking for, our Rhodes shore excursions can also be customized to fit your needs. If you have a larger group, we can offer you a private Rhodes tour using a mid-size bus or full size coach. Please contact us with any questions or to receive a customized quote.
Shore Trip Timing is approximate based on your interests & traffic
  • Scenic Drive - 30 Minutes
  • Visit the Grand Master's Palace - 1 Hour
  • Walk the Avenue of the Knights - 15 Minutes
  • Visit the Archaeological Museum - 45 Minutes
  • Free time in the Old Town - 1 Hour
  • Drive back to pier - 10 Minutes