Stay : Dodecanese highlights in a week
An itinerary to discover the two major sites of the Dodecanese, Rhodes and Patmos, both Unesco World Heritage sites - while enjoying a few islands along the way, ideal for lazing around. To save time on your travels, opt for the fast catamaran rather than the ferry.
Summary of the stay
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7 days
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Detail of the stay : Dodecanese highlights in a week - 7 days
Day 1: The old town of Rhodes
Steps: Kos Ville
Stroll through the medieval and walled city of Rhodes: admire the 14th century palaces of the Knights of St. John on Ippoton Street, including the Palace of the Grand Masters, stroll through the old Ottoman quarter around Sokratous with its mosques, enjoy the small squares organized around Byzantine churches and stroll through the old Jewish quarter with its beautiful synagogue.
Day 2: Rhodes: Mandraki and Lindos
Steps: Rhodes Ville, Lindos
To discover the new town of Rhodes, what better way than to explore the area around the port of Mandraki (old port). Here you'll see the hallmarks of Italian architecture and can take a break on a sunny beach. Don't forget to spend half a day in the magnificent village of Lindos, where the acropolis is undoubtedly the highlight. The beaches surrounding the village are another strong argument in favor of this excursion.
PORT DE MANDRAKI
Day 3: Discovering Symi
Steps: Gialos Et Horio
The little pearl of the Dodecanese can be reached in just 1 hour by boat from Rhodes. Discover the neoclassical architecture of the port of Gialos and climb up to the old town and white streets of Chora for a breathtaking view of the port.
Day 4: Beaches and churches in Symi
Steps: Aghios Emilianos
Take a taxi-boat to reach a beach, a monastery, a church. Some will go to the lost paradise ofAgios Emilianos, combining scenic beauty, swimming and spirituality. The beaches of the island are all remarkable: you can enjoy them without any complexes.
Day 5: Discovery of Kalymnos
From Symi, it is a 2 hour catamaran ride to Pothia, the port of Kalymnos. This island is known to all Greeks as the island of the sponge fishermen. Sincere and charming, it is an invitation to relax on its beautiful beaches on the west coast or to take part in sporting activities to discover its unique nature (diving or climbing).
Day 6: Patmos, the island of the Apocalypse
From Kalymnos, it's a 1h40-minute catamaran crossing to Skala, the port of Patmos. The island of St. John's Revelation will enchant you: visit the monastery of St. John the Theologian and the Grotto of the Apocalypse, both Unesco World Heritage sites, stroll through the whitewashed alleys of the upper town and the lively streets of Skala.
Day 7: Farniente and back
Steps: Psili Ammos
On your last day, enjoy the pleasant beaches of Patmos: weather permitting, discover Psili Ammos, otherwise opt for the north-east beaches. Embark for Athens at night, for the return journey and the end of your vacation.
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