Greece Vacation to Athens and Rhodes

Welcome to Athens, the capital of Greece! Once landing at the airport, take a private transfer to your downtown hotel. Have the rest of the day at leisure.

Commence the day from Syntagma Square in the heart of the city and catch the impressive changing of the guard ceremony on the hour performed by evzones dressed in striking costumes. Passing through the adjacent National Gardens, you will find the Presidential Palace. The tour in the morning also includes the Panathenaic Stadium, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Hadrian Arch.

For the whole afternoon, immerse yourself in Greek history alongside your professional guide as you ramble around the Acropolis and the Museum of Acropolis. The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, and the priceless treasures displayed in the museum, all demonstrate the civilizations, myths, and religions that have flourished in Greece for more than a thousand years.

Enjoy free time until flying to Rhodes. Once touched down, take a transfer to your hotel and plan the following exploration according to your interests and at your own pace. Relaxing in the resort, from beaches and water activities to art, history, dining, and biking, there is always something for you.

It is recommended to spend the day exploring Rhodes Old Town, whether you are a history buff or not. Stepping into the 4-kilometer-long wall, you will feel transported to the Middle Ages. Wander along the cobbled Street of the Knights and visit the Palace of the Grand Master, learning about the interesting stories behind the Knights of Saint John.

Besides history, there are some wonderful art galleries, great restaurants, plenty of museums, and countless shops with hand-made crafts for you to kill time.

Another day at leisure. Why not rent a bicycle or car to get around the island, stopping at any point you want to discover? Maybe go village-hopping for photography, soak up the fresh air while hiking inside the Rodini Valley Park, or get to Lindos for its archaeological site and the hilltop acropolis.

After a two-day exploration, it's time for beach hours. Rhodes offers too many beaches with stunning scenery, from sandy to pebble. Families with young children can spend time at sandy Tsambika Beach, with shallow water, a variety of tavernas, refreshment stands, and umbrellas. Others would prefer Kallithea Beach to relax on a sunbed, snorkel around the rocky headland, and swim in a picturesque sheltered cove.

The tour comes to an end today. At the appointed time, take the transfer to the airport for your homebound flight.