Best of Rhodes
Rhodes and Lindos Island Highlights
One five-hour loop for both of Rhodes' headline names — Lindos and the medieval Old Town.
A coach tour built around Rhodes' two defining names, pairing the hilltop village and Acropolis of Lindos with a guided walk through the Old Town and the Grand Master's Palace, with a stop for the island's well-known ceramics along the way.
The day heads first to Lindos on the east coast, where the whitewashed village climbs beneath its Acropolis. Depending on your group's pace, time here covers the Byzantine Church of the Ascension and the lanes of the village, with the option to climb higher toward the Acropolis itself for views over St Paul's Bay.
The coach then returns toward Rhodes Town, pausing at Monte Smith for photographs before entering the Old Town. A guide leads you to the Grand Master's Palace and walks you through its history before continuing along the Street of the Knights.
A stop at a local ceramics workshop is built into the itinerary, giving a look at a craft with deep roots on the island — there's no obligation to buy, but it's worth having a little time and small notes on hand if you'd like a keepsake.
Highlights
- Guided time in hilltop Lindos, with its Acropolis views over St Paul's Bay
- Visit to the Byzantine Church of the Ascension in Lindos village
- Photo stop at Monte Smith on the return leg toward Rhodes Town
- Guided walk through the Grand Master's Palace and Street of the Knights
- Stop at a working ceramics studio to see the island's traditional craft
What a good tour includes
- Professional guide for both Lindos and Rhodes Town sections
- Coach transportation throughout
- Ceramics workshop visit
Getting there from the cruise port
Cruise ships calling at Rhodes typically berth at the Tourist Port, within a short walk of the Old Town's medieval walls for most berths, though some calls use the outer Commercial Port and a handful of tours meet a few minutes' walk from the pier rather than directly alongside it. Always confirm your exact meeting point and pickup location from your booking confirmation, since this is set per tour and can vary from ship to ship. The Old Town itself is comfortably walkable from most berths — allow 10–20 minutes — so a guide is optional if you only want the medieval quarter. Lindos, the beaches at Anthony Quinn Bay and Kallithea, and the island's mountainous interior all require coach, taxi or private transport; there is no practical walking option. Whichever excursion you choose, plan your day backwards from the ship's stated all-aboard time rather than its published departure time, and build in a buffer for Rhodes' summer traffic on the coastal road to Lindos.
Tips for cruise passengers
- Wear closed, flat-soled shoes — the supplier notes this tour is not wheelchair accessible and involves getting in and out of the coach at each stop
- Bring a hat and water; Lindos and the Acropolis climb have little shade
- This is a full five-hour day split across two very different sites — pace yourself for both
Typically not included
- Food and drink — listed by the supplier as not included
- Any separate charges for climbing to the Acropolis of Lindos, if applicable on the day
Check dates and availability
Live pricing and departure times are confirmed on our excursion partner's booking page. We may earn a commission from qualifying bookings at no extra cost to you.
Operated by Shore Excursions Group · Product eurhbest. We do not operate this tour ourselves.
Related excursions
Lindos on Your Own Time
The transport and commentary to Lindos, then the rest of the day is yours to shape.
Old Town Rhodes and the Grand Master's Palace Interior
A compact city tour that gets you inside the Grand Master's Palace, not just past its walls.
Private Ancient Lindos and Rhodes Full Day
Both of Rhodes' headline destinations, privately guided, in a single flexible full day.
Rhodes and Lindos Island Highlights — FAQs
Do we actually climb to the Acropolis of Lindos on this tour?▼
The itinerary is built around Lindos village and its Acropolis views; how much time is available for the climb itself depends on your group's pace on the day. Confirm the exact stops with your guide.
Is lunch included?▼
No. The supplier lists food and beverage as not included on this tour, so plan to eat before or after, or bring snacks for the day.
Is this a good first Rhodes excursion?▼
Yes — it's designed to cover both of the island's headline destinations, Lindos and the Old Town, in one outing, which suits passengers who only have one shore excursion booked.