SEA DREAMS RHODES-MARMARIS
Read moreMore than a simple maritime shuttle company, this family business offers travelers a true tourist discovery of the region. To bridge the gap between the West and the East, a cruise to the Turkish coast is ideal. Head for the city of Marmaris, whose seaside activity is in full swing in summer. If the beaches lined with resorts are not unforgettable, the marina and its yachts, the medieval remains and the shopping in the lively market are interesting.
SEA DREAMS
Read moreMore than a simple maritime shuttle company, this family business created in 1960 offers travelers a real tourist discovery of the region. The journey from Rhodes to Symi (with stopovers in Gialos and Panormitis), or to the Turkish coast of Marmaris, will be the occasion for the multilingual guides on board to give real guided tours of this corner of the Aegean Sea, its history and its environment. The crossings are operated in season, from the beginning of May to October, and leave from the tourist port of Rhodes.
RHODES ADVENTURES
Read moreFor over 15 years, this multilingual, international agency has been offering a wide range of tours and activities for thrill-seeking travellers. While tours in Buggy, Jeep, Land Rover or Jimmy are their specialties, they also offer climbing routes, hikes and extraordinary paragliding flights over the Tsambika monastery. It's also a great way to discover Rhodes off the beaten track: itineraries are often "off the beaten track", highlighting the raw, unexplored beauty of the island's center.
MARATHON
Read moreIn Rhodes, this agency - one of the largest on the island - boasts a fleet of over 500 vehicles, available in 14 branches all over the island. Unsurprisingly, there's a wide choice on offer here, from convertibles and vans to 4x4 jeeps and sports cars. A warm welcome and very reasonable prices. Vehicle delivery, collection and replacement anywhere on the island (including the airport), as the agency has offices in Kiotari, Lardos, Pefki, Kolymbia, Faliraki and Lindos.
RHODES VACANCES
Read moreFrench by birth, Melanie discovered the island of Rhodes in 2015 and fell in love with it to the point of settling there permanently. Since then, she has explored the island in all its nooks and crannies, written a travel blog revealing its secrets and favourites and proposes to make you discover it in a personal and authentic way. Guided tours, excursions of all kinds, diving, quad biking, or a selection of local craftsmen and producers, do not hesitate to contact Rhodes Vacances to organise your holiday according to your wishes.
PORT
Read moreSymi is very easily accessible from Rhodes (up to four hydrofoils per day). The small harbor of Panormitis is sometimes also served.
Athens-Symi. The island is connected to the Greek capital by ferry twice a week from Le Piraeus (17 hours of crossing). Before arriving at Symi, the boats serve Patmos, Lipsi, Leros, Kalymnos and Kos and then join Rhodes.
Rhodes-Symi. In addition to the two ferries following the road of Athens, the island is connected once a day to Rhodes by excursion boats which also call at the port of Panormitis. Three other ferry connections are possible during the week. There are also two to four hydrofoils per day (50 minutes), every day except on Monday.
Connections with the other islands. Symi is connected at least once a day by hydrofoil to Kos and Kalymnos. There are also connections with Leros, Patmos, Lipsi, Kos, Kalimnos.
BUS
Read moreKTEL and RODA buses serve the entire island: the central station is located at the back of the New Market (Nea Agora). You will find the schedules and can buy your tickets before you get into the car. The main destinations like Lindos and the beaches are served approximately every half-hour in summer, approximately every 1:30 a. m. off season.
In the full season, buses can be crowded and schedules are not necessarily respected. Go ahead at the station to make sure you have a seat and not miss the bus. If in the cohue you are not sure of being in the right bus, do not hesitate to ask the driver, most English speaking.
AÉROPORT DE KARPATHOS
Read moreKarpathos Airport is located 16 km from the capital, in the south of the island. Most rents can deliver your car on site.
From Athens, several weekly flights are provided by Olympic Air and Sky Express. Rhodes is connected several times daily by plane with the island and Kassos. Also a flight from Sitia to Crete.
OLYMPIC AIR
Read moreThe company provides bus service to bus passengers between the airport (25 km) 2 hours prior to departure of each flight. Information: Tel (22420) 22292.
ORION CAR RENTAL
Read moreThe agency delivers vehicles to the island's hotel, airport and port. With continuous efforts, this rental agency manages to provide its customers with the ultimate in service and quality. Orion makes car rental easy, offering all-inclusive rates with no hidden costs. All prices include unlimited mileage and all local taxes. We have a wide variety of brand-name vehicles to meet your needs, from small cars to top-of-the-range vehicles.
CHEZ STEPHANOS
Read moreThis brand has two locations in the island.
T&G RENTALS
Read moreWe appreciate this year-round address, which has built up a loyal clientele of locals and tourists alike. This serious and professional rental company has been working in Patmos for many years. Friendly and dynamic, the team that manages the cars and two-wheelers is perfectly English-speaking. Their fleet includes cars, modern bicycles and motorized two-wheelers (small, medium and large), all of which meet strict safety standards and guarantee your comfort during your vacation on Patmos. A good address.
LEROS ACTIVE
Read moreCarolina Vaes founded a travel agency specialising in active and sporting holidays a few years ago. Today, it has joined forces with the Leros Travel agency to offer a full range of services, including classic ferry and hotel reservations, etc. In love with Leros and very sporty herself, she knows the island, its trails, dive sites and hidden treasures like no one else. She will be able to concoct a tailor-made programme for you or help you book sea outings or hikes. It's a wealth of information about Leros.
NISSIA HOLIDAYS
Read moreBased in the UK, this agency is one of the most active in the rental market every year. Professional and specialized in the islands of Halki, Tilos and Nissiros, it manages comfortable villas, studios and apartments in a pleasant style, accommodating between 3 and 7 people. Most have direct access or sea views. The agency can advise you on all the island's activities, and acts as a tourist office. It's an essential contact for accommodation and stays on Halki.
BOAT TRIPS
Islands easily accessible by boat offering turquoise waters.Read more
TRUST KOS
Read moreYou can go with confidence: Yiannis, his team and his family do their best to offer new or almost new vehicles (the fleet is renewed every two years or so) to ensure everyone's safety. There's something for everyone: large 4x4s (useful for accessing certain paradisiacal beaches), small A-Classes, scooters, quads, motorcycles for speed lovers... Here, we love engines and clicking, with our hearts on our sleeve. Prices are fair, considering the service. Delivery to your hotel, airport or port.