7-Day Dodecanese Islands Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 7-day Dodecanese Islands tour itineraries

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• 6 Days in Northern Greece, incl. Thessaloniki and Chalkidiki

  A six-day coastal getaway blends Thessaloniki's rich culture with Chalkidiki's pristine shores. Two nights in the vibrant city lead into three days of sun-drenched peninsula beaches and archaeological treasures.

  

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  • Day 1

    Thessaloniki Arrival & City Exploration

    Pick up your rental car at Thessaloniki Airport. Book an early flight to make the most of your first day in Greece's second-largest city. Visit the White Tower on the waterfront before 11 AM to avoid crowds. Spend about 2 hours at the Byzantine Culture Museum in the afternoon when it's quieter. Leave your car near Aristotelous Square and walk through the historic center.

    
  • Days 2-4

    Chalkidiki Peninsula

    Drive 90 minutes to Chalkidiki early in the morning. The peninsula has three distinct sections known as "fingers": Kassandra, Sithonia and Mount Athos. Stay in Sithonia for easy access to both beaches and cultural sites. The roads are good but curvy. Drive carefully and watch out for locals who speed through the turns. Visit Possidi beach in Kassandra. Get there by 9 AM to park close to the lighthouse. In Sithonia head to Kalamitsi Beach for swimming. The water is clearest and calmest in the morning. You can rest in the shade of pine trees during hot afternoons. A visitor shares this tip about Mount Athos: "The best spot to see the monasteries is from the Ouranoupolis boat tour. Book the 10 AM departure for the clearest photos. Women especially appreciate this option since they can't visit Mount Athos itself."

    
  • Day 5

    Return to Thessaloniki

    Take your time driving back to Thessaloniki on the scenic route (about 2 hours). After 5 PM join locals for the traditional volta (evening walk) along the seafront from the White Tower to the umbrella sculpture. Park in the Plateia Eleftherias garage instead of looking for street parking.

    
  • Day 6

    Departure

    Plan 45 minutes to return your car and get to your departure terminal. If you're leaving between 8-10 AM add another 30 minutes because of rush hour traffic.

    

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• Sailing & Hiking the Dodecanese Islands

  This week-long sailing trip visits 8 islands in the Dodecanese, starting from Kos and finishing at Medieval Rhodes, a UNESCO site. Walk through the Stefanos volcanic crater on Nisyros, then hike about 7.5km from Livadia to Mikro Chorio, an old abandoned village on Tilos with great views across the coastline.

  

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  • Kos Greece

    17 mi

  • Nisyros Island Greece

    16 mi

  • Tilos Greece

    28 mi

  • Symi Greece

    24 mi

  • Rhodes Greece

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• 6 Days in Rhodes Hiking, incl. Embonas and Lindos

  The Dodecanese islands reveal their peaks and coasts over six days, covering 42km of terrain. Daily hikes span 3-6 hours, alternating between gentle coastal paths and invigorating mountain climbs. Traditional villages and historic sites dot the route.

  

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  • Day 1

    Arrival in Rhodes & Transfer to Embonas

    Land at Diagoras International Airport and take a 30-minute transfer to Embonas village, your base for the next three nights. This traditional wine-making village sits at the foot of Mount Attaviros, making it ideal for upcoming hikes. You'll get your welcome briefing and hiking maps in the afternoon. Stop by the local shops in Embonas to stock up on water and snacks for tomorrow's trek.

    
  • Day 2

    Profitis Ilias Mountain (798m)

    Begin at Salakos village on a moderate 5.5km trail up Rhodes' third-highest peak. The path goes through cool ilex and pine forests. You'll spot unique Alpine-style hotels, Elafos and Elafina, built in the 1930s during Italian occupation. A recent visitor shared: "All good. Staff were very friendly and helpful." Start early to avoid afternoon heat.

    
  • Day 3

    Mount Attaviros Summit (1,216m)

    Take on the most challenging hike - a 16.6km round-trip to Rhodes' highest peak. Start from Agios Isidoros village (avoid the unsafe Embonas route). Plan for a 6-hour trek with 658m elevation gain. The summit climb takes about 3.5-4 hours. You'll see both the Aegean and Mediterranean seas from the top, plus ancient Zeus temple ruins.

    
  • Day 4

    Akramitis Mountain (823m)

    Head to Monolithos for a 9.8km hike up Rhodes' second-highest peak. Walk through cypress forests with beautiful western coast views. From the top, you can see nearby islands like Halki and Karpathos. The hike takes about 3.5 hours. Afterward, transfer to Vlicha or Lindos for your final two nights. The trail is rocky, so good boots are essential.

    
  • Day 5

    Lindos Coastal Trail

    Take an easier 10.2km coastal loop from Vlicha Beach near Lindos. The trail moves away from the main road into unexpected pine forests and past limestone cliffs. You'll get great views of Navarone Bay and Lindos Acropolis. Explore Lindos' white streets later, but skip the crowded midday hours.

    
  • Day 6

    Departure

    Head back to Rhodes airport after breakfast. If you plan to stay longer, avoid July-August when hiking becomes uncomfortable in the heat. Spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) are best, with temperatures around 20-25°C.

    

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