10-Day Dodecanese Islands Tour Packages
Insider tips: Recommended 10-day Dodecanese Islands tour itineraries
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In Love with Rhodes
Over 8 days you'll check out 7 different spots around Rhodes, from medieval Rhodes Town to the mountain village Embonas, seeing the Temple of Apollo at Rhodes Acropolis and the 14th-century Palace of the Grand Master along the way. You'll start from Kolymbia and head south to Prasonisi Beach where two seas meet, walk through Butterfly Valley in Petaloúdes, and climb Mount Attavyros.
8 Days in Greek Islands, incl. Rhodes and Symi
This 8-day hiking adventure takes you through three Dodecanese Islands—Rhodes, Symi, and Tilos—with daily hikes from 3 to 7 km along pine forests, coastal trails, and abandoned villages. You'll climb the Kali Strata staircase to Chorio on Symi, hike to the 15th-century Roukouniotis Monastery, and wander through the deserted Mikro Chorio village where goats roam the narrow alleys.
- Days 1-2
Rhodes:
Start in Rhodes town and explore the medieval old town's cobblestone streets during cooler morning hours. On day 2, visit Apollona village for local food experiences. Small vendors often only take cash, so come prepared. The cooking class takes 3-4 hours - wear comfortable shoes and light clothing. You can spend the afternoon exploring at your own pace. If you're planning to visit the Lindos Acropolis, go early or late to avoid the crowds and heat.
- Days 3-4
Symi:
Take the morning ferry from Rhodes to Symi (1.5 hours). Pack light for the Kali Strata - you'll climb 500 steps to reach Chorio under the Mediterranean sun. You'll stay in the quiet Pedi Beach area, which offers great swimming spots. The pine forest trail needs sturdy shoes with good grip. The kaiki boat barbecue is a local highlight. Bring a light jacket since evenings on the water can get cool, even in summer.
- Days 5-6
Tilos:
The ferry to Tilos takes about an hour from Symi. The coastal walk to Mikro Chorio needs reasonable fitness levels. Bring plenty of water and sun protection since there's little shade. Watch your step in the ghost village where loose stones are common. For the Megalo Chorio hike, start early to beat the heat and catch the best morning views of Nisyros.
- Days 7-8
Return to Rhodes:
The ferry back to Rhodes takes about 2.5 hours. Spend your last evening in Rhodes' old town when it's quieter and cooler. Book an afternoon flight on day 8 to avoid morning traffic delays to the airport.
Dodecanese Sailing Explorer
This 8-day gulet trip starts from Rhodes Old Town (a UNESCO site) and takes you to 4 Greek islands in the Dodecanese. You'll swim at Anthony Quinn Bay where movies were filmed, snorkel at quiet Nanou Bay, and drop anchor at St. George Bay surrounded by tall cliffs. The route includes the 18th-century Monastery of Panormitis on Symi.
Dodecanese Islands 8 Day Tour Packages You'll Love
In Love with Rhodes
Hiking Greece's Dodecanese Islands
Dodecanese Sailing Explorer
Bodrum - Gulf of Hisaronu (7 Nights Roundtrip Premium Blue Cruise)
8-Day Rhodes, Nanou Bay, Symi, Tilos & Chalki Gulet Escape
Bodrum - Hisaronu - Bodrum Luxury Gulet Cruise
Rhodes: Hiking & Culture
Greece - Samos, the Island in the North Aegean Sea 8 Days
Rhodes Cycling Tour - Across the Island 8 Days
Karpathos- Hiker's Paradise and folklore 8 Days
