Symi Island Full-Day Tour with Panormitis Monastery from South Rhodes

4.2
(13 reviews)

10 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 2 more

This trip takes you to the perfectly formed Harbor of Symi, one of the most beautiful picture postcard villages with neo classical pastel colored houses. You will have free time at your leisure to explore the quaint shops in search of natural sea sponges and cooking spices. Why not have a fresh fish lunch in the sunshine at one of the islands sea front taverns. After lunch the boat sets sail to the south of the island, here along the inlet stands the massive building of Panormitis Monastery. This monastery is dedicated to the Archangel Michael and has a charming bell tower and a beautiful 12th century church. It is a well-known spot of great interest and attracts many visitors and worshippers who come to see the Byzantine frescoes and engraved temple full of golden offerings.

What's Included

Professional guide
Pick-up and drop-off from/to your hotel
Boat tickets
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

All our tours include pickup from the street of your hotel or from a point very close to your hotel. If for any reason there is a change in your pickup point or time, we will contact you via E-mail and/or phone call. Please be at the pickup point at least 5 minutes prior to the stated time. In the unlike case of a delay of over 10 minutes, please call us.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    You will be picked up by bus from your hotel and transferred to Rhodes port (transfer's duration depends on the area of your hotel). You will then get on the boat in order to sail to Symi Island. The trip's duration is approx.1h20min.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Visit to the perfectly formed Harbor of Symi, one of the most beautiful picture postcard villages with neo classical pastel colored houses. You will have the great opportunity to be guided by a professional guide and you will have free time to have a walk around the island, to have fresh seafood in one of the local tavernas (optional) and to visit the little shops with local products (sponges, herbs, honey). You will get on board, which will be sailing to Panormitis Monastery. The trip's duration is approx. 30 minutes.

    2 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    This monastery is dedicated to the Archangel Michael and has a charming bell tower and a beautiful 12th century church. It is a well-known spot of great interest and attracts many visitors and worshippers who come to see the Byzantine frescoes and engraved temple full of golden offerings. You will have the unique experience of visiting this monastery with a professional guide. You will then get on board in order to sail back to Rhodes island. The trip duration is approx. 1h30 min. As soon you will arrive at Rhodes port you will be transferred by bus back to your hotel.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Destination One

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Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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