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Each summer, thousands of colorful butterflies congregate in the humid Petaloudes Valley, earning it the nickname Valley of the Butterflies. It’s one of the island’s most remarkable natural attractions, where you’ll find several species of the winged beauties, as well as the only natural Oriental Sweetgum forest in Europe.
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ISLAND TOUR with Professional English guide
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Pack more into a tour of Rhodes, and discover five of the island's must-see sites on a guided day trip. With a local as your guide, you'll visit attractions such as the ancient city of Kamiros and the Valley of Butterflies, and learn about each one with engaging commentary. A visit to a winery to try the local liqueur is just one of the highlights.
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Private Tour: Best of Rhodes in one day (Full Island Tour)
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This Private Full Island Tour is an ideal opportunity to visit the best of Rhodes island in one day! On this trip we suggest you to visit: Lindos and/or Rhodes town & Old town depending on which side of the island you are staying, and main attractions on the way: Seven Springs, Tsambika Beach, Butterfly Valley or Filerimos.
Since it is a private tour, we can make changes for the program and departure time. We can go up to the mountains and visit Embona, Siana villages and Monolithos or Kritinia. If you wish to do so, please contact us after the booking.
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$341.47
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The Best of Rhodes & Lindos: Full Island Tour (Small Group)
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On this Full Island Tour by comfortable air-conditioned minibus with our local authorized English speaking guide you will see the best of Rhodes island from locals perspective. We will start with Filerimos monastery, which in addition to the panoramic view of the Aegean Sea, is an important archaeological site.
Butterfly Valley not to be missed as well.
Afterwards we will head to Seven Springs – a small secret paradise, with lots of pine trees and amazing flow of crystal water.
Next - Lindos! Once there, you will have ~1 hour free time to explore the ancient Acropolis and stroll through the maze of winding alleyways.
Last but not least - Rhodes Old Town with its medieval buildings, imposing churches and traditional tavernas. You will have ~1 hour free time to take a leisurely walk admiring the main highlights of the Old City: Jewish Quarter, Ippokratous Square, famous Street of the Knights, Grand Master Palace, Archeological Museum and Fortifications of the Palace.
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$81.75
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Filerimos Hill & Valley of Butterflies
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A relaxing tour Of Rhodes visiting the Valley of Butterflies, the unique and peaceful ecological setting, being a true pride of nature with narrow rock walkways, lakes decorated by water-lilies, rustic bridges, running waters, waterfalls and resting places loaded with millions of brown-red butterflies. There is also a museum that you can visit with a large variety of different species. After a short drive we will ascent to the top of Filerimos Hill, where you will visit the monastery of Our Lady and the remains of the ancient acropolis of Ialyssos, one of the three ancient cities of Rhodes Island. Visitors can walk along a "Golgotha", a tree sheltered pathway with a series of shrines with scenes of the Holly Passion. This foot way leads to an enormous imposing cross, from the top of which one can cherish the outstanding view of villages and bright green valleys that are generously stretched around.
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Private Tour: Best of Rhodes in one day (Half Island Tour)
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On this trip we suggest you to visit: Butterfly Valley and depending on the area you are staying: Rhodes City: Old town, Mandraki Harbour, Acropolis, or Lindos: Lindos panorama, Lindos village, Acropolis. And attractions on the way. After booking, please provide your preferable program: Lindos or Rhodes Town.
Since it is a private tour, we can make slight changes for the program and departure time. If you wish to do so, please contact us after the booking.
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$279.39
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Butterfly Valley & Wine, Olive Oil, Honey Tasting Tour (Small Group)
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A unique opportunity to visit Butterfly Valley by comfortable minibus and taste the best local wine, olive oil and honey with our local authorized English speaking guide.
On this tour you will taste different wine varieties, extra-virgin olive oil from ancient olive trees (yes, you read it right - sample the same oil that our ancestors used centuries ago), and local natural honey infused with thyme, pine, orange blossom and different spring flowers.
Before the tasting tour, you can enjoy some free time at Butterfly Valley. Every year, at the end of the wet season (late May), thousands of butterflies attracted by the scent of the oriental sweet-gum trees cover the entire landscape. It's a very unique experience and you should definitely try to see it.
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$74.50
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Rhodes Private Tours
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We are specialized in day tours in Rhodes Island since 1995.
Our team consists of 10 experienced drivers all fluent in English.
Between us there are also fluent German speaking and Italian speaking drivers.
All of us have a knowledgeable background in Greek history and mythology
to cover the needs of a day tour in Rhodes island.
We also offer the availability on hiring an official guide.
Our vehicles are Mercedes Benz E class – S class & Mercedes Benz Sprinter Mini Bus.
Our priority is the safety of our clients and our vehicles
are often checked and fully insured.
Our target is to make your short staying in Rhodes informative,
pleasant and memorable.
Thank you in advance for your preference.
George Sialadakis - Manager
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$310.43
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Highlights of Rhodes with a guide: Filerimos, Rhodes Old Town, and Kallithea
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If you’ve only got limited time in Rome, don’t waste time planning—see more of the Greek island in less time on a panoramic tour that covers top Rhodes attractions such as the UNESCO-listed Medieval City of Rhodes, Kallithea Springs, and the Acropolis of Rhodes. It’s an easy way to get your bearings, which doesn’t involve you hiring a car or navigating public buses.
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$40.36
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$40.36

Private Tour in Lindos
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Get more out of your time in Rhodes and see some of its most beautiful sights with this convenient private tour. Instead of being stuck on a crowded bus, opt for a cooler and more comfortable alternative—a tour in a private vehicle that’s equipped with onboard Wi-Fi. Sights visited include the Valley of the Butterflies, the Seven Springs Waterfall, and the pretty village of Lindos.
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$309.39
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Butterflies Valley & Chalki from Rhodes
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Attend one of the most popular attractions on the Island of Chalki and discover the Valley of the Butterflies. On the Island of Rhodes, you'll observe thousands of butterflies taking flight before your eyes. From there, we will take a relaxing boat ride to the Kamiros Skala Harbor on the Island of Chalki. During this portion of the tour, you can unwind and appreciate this peaceful island and the beautiful sea.
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$51.74
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Butterflies Valley & Wine Tasting Experience Private Tour
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Unless you hire a car, combining a visit to Rhodes’ Valley of the Butterflies with an island winery means relying on local buses and cabs. With this private tour from the Rhodes Town area, avoid transport hassles and travel to the valley and a winery smoothly and easily, by private air-conditioned vehicle. After walking the valley’s butterfly-speckled trails, drive to a wine estate for a tour, wine tasting, and lunch.
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$144.87
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Private Island Tour
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Our Island Tour will keep you charmed all day thanks to its different parts: road, sea, forests and mountains, with free time in between.
Our fully licensed, accordance the greek law, driver is gonna take you safe to the most popular spots of Rhodes Island. Also, he is going to give you the related needed tips in order to help you explore every attraction you visit.
You can choose between a 9-seat minivan or 14-minibus, with or without an official guide. Our vehicles are air-conditioned and fully compliant with greek laws.
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$330.09
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$330.09
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Tailor Made and Rhodes PRIVATE Tours
Let us help you to create your own itinerary based on your needs. Together we will choose the places you would like to visit the and the time you would like to spend on each destination.
Our experienced staff will assist you pick from a variety of landmarks, locations & attractions.
Contact us and we will be happy to prepare your own tailor made tour based on your schedule and taste!
Please note that an extra additional services, for example professional tour guide that speaks language,additional activities during the event such as: wine tasting, extreme sports, horse riding etc., can be included in the tour.
We could visit your favourite locations and see the places you mostly like to visit. We will suggest the locations you could visit based on your pick up location and pick up time. Then you could add or amend and create the route based on your needs.
Please note that price may increase based on the extra locations you would like to visit.
Note- Not all locations are included.
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$248.34
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$248.34
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Meet the AUTHENTIC Rhodes Tour - PRIVATE Half-Day or Full-Day Tour
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Immerse yourself in the wonders of Rhodes—and enjoy a personal, flexible sightseeing experience—on this private, half- or full-day tour. In the morning, meet at your hotel, and hop aboard your private vehicle. You’ll see views and wildlife at Profitis Ilias (Rhodes’ third-tallest mountain), will admire Italian ruins at Eleousa, will visit a vineyard for a tour and tasting, and—on a longer tour—see highlights like Kalopetra Monastery and Ancient Kamiros.
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$284.56
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PRIVATE TOURS - Highlights Of Rhodes - The Green Tour
A private Tour to the most visited places in Rhodes. You will enjoy the ride with our brand new fully aircondtioned vichicles , best Priced Private tour and our professional drivers which are willing to make your tour one of its kind!
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$243.17
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$243.17
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Shore Excursion Rhodes, Valley of the Butterflies & Walking tour at the Old Town
We will pick you up from your cruise ship (or from your hotel) to start this special cruise excursion in Rhodes. We will have a panoramic city tour in Rhodes includes Italian builds of Rhodes with deep architectural legacy, the old Post Office of Rhodes, one of the most beautiful building in Rhodes and much more.
Our next stop will be at the magnificent Valley of the Butterflies, a beautiful natural park, where each year thousands of butterflies appear. Walk around and enjoy the natural beauty and sounds that will enchant you. Visit the Natural History Museum and the little Monastery “Virgin of Kalopetra”.
We continue to visit the Acropolis stood on the hill now known as Monte Smith and consists of the Temple of Apollo built in the 3rd century BC.
Get a beautiful photos from here as the panoramic view of the city and the sea will take your breath away.
Finally we will have a walking tour at the streets of Rhodes Medieval town and & the amazing Palace of Grand Master of the Knights.
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$351.82
Price varies by group size
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$351.82
Price varies by group size

Rhodes Lazy Day Private Tour
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Design your own perfect day in Rhodes with a private, completely customizable tour. Ideal for visitors who know what they like and who want to explore only in the company of friends or family, this adventure is tailored exactly to your wishes. Let a savvy driver and guide whisk you around the island — from ancient archaeological sites to blissful beaches — and show you Rhodes from an insider’s perspective.
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$322.85
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$322.85

PRIVATE TOUR- Best of Rhodes, Full day trip, Lindos 7SPRING Butterflies
A private Tour to the most visited places in Rhodes. You will enjoy the ride with our brand new fully aircondtioned vichicles , best Priced Private tour and our professional drivers which are willing to make your tour one of its kind!
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$279.39
per group
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$279.39
per group

The Valley of Butterflies and Halki Day Tour
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Escape to tiny Chalki for the day on this semi-independent trip from Rhodes. First. stop at the Valley of the Butterflies in Rhodes and explore the stunning valley filled with thousands of butterflies. Then board a boat bound for the idyllic island of Chalki where you have plenty of free time to enjoy the island as you wish. Return boat tickets, plus pickup and drop-off from Rhodes’ east-, west-, or south-coast hotels included.
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$80.71
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$80.71

Explore all secrets of Rhodes island on a full-day private tour
We think that Rhodes is a perfect holiday destination - this place is a mix of cosmopolitan and traditional, cultural, and archaeological - all this makes it an ideal for those who want to relax for those looking for a sightseeing holiday. On this day tour, we have packed a part of everything to get to know this island better.
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$1,867.00
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$1,867.00

Hike around Rhodes in a 8 day tour! (Walking holidays)
Make the most of the beautiful island of Rhodes by
hiking all the «must see» Rhodes destinations and also explore
secret paths only a few locals know about.
Private multi day tour (
8 days / 7 nights).
Suitable for those who seek to meet a destination in an active way.
- Hike through dense vegetation while having the most amazing sea views!
- Visit small mountain villages, but also wander around the most popular one, Lindos village
- Walk around Medieval Rhodes Old Town, Ancient Kamiros City and Butterflies Valley
- Enjoy the gastronomy paradise Rhodes has to offer in village taverns and a wine tasting experience at a local vineyard!
- Sail along the beautiful Aegean shores on a full day sailing and bay hopping trip
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$1,293.45
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$1,293.45

Rhodes Family Adventure Week
Make the most of the beautiful Island of Rhodes with this relaxed family adventure week in the sunshine.
Enjoy spectacular beaches of all kind, the Aegean blue sea and meet the local cuisine, culture and sights in a fun way for families!
Multi summer activities for families Private
8 day tour (7 nights)
Suitable for families with children aged 5 years and over (younger children may also join the holiday, but may not be able to participate in all of the activities)
Dive, sail, do water sports, explore the most popular sites by playing "treasure hunt", the most family entertaining way of travelling, live the 9D cinema experience that offers you a fantastic journey to the Greek Mythology and the History of Rhodes, create lovely memories that amuse and bond the family together in the beautiful island of Sun, Rhodes.
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$1,448.67
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$1,448.67

Private Tour: Valley of the Butterflies in Rhodes
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Visit the Valley of the Butterflies on Rhodes with this private, half-day tour. Following pickup from your hotel, travel by private vehicle to the breathtaking nature reserve in western Rhodes. With your own personal guide, you’ll wander along the reserve’s leafy walkways and streams. Get up close to the park’s colorful butterflies as they flutter around you, and hear about the tiger moths that thrive in the valley. You may also visit the on-site Museum of Natural History. Entrance fees and refreshments are at your own expense.
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$538.08
per group
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$538.08
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Rhodes Shore Excursion: Private Valley of the Butterflies Day Trip
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Swap the cruise port for Rhodes’ Valley of the Butterflies on a private, half-day shore excursion. Meet your guide at the Port of Rhodes, then travel to the pretty nature reserve on the western side of the island. Stroll along wooden walkways amid towering trees, trickling streams and waterfalls. Watch in amazements as the colorful butterflies and tiger moths flutter in the skies. You’ll also visit the on-site Museum of Natural History, time permitting. Entrance fees and refreshments are at your own expense.
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$538.08
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