All inclusive cruise Afandou Caves, Ladiko Bay and Anthony Quinn Bay

Nat Geo Day Tour: The Fascinating World of Bees

Your introduction to this fascinating world begins at the Bee Museum of Rhodes, featuring engaging interactive exhibits. Learn about the importance of beekeeping as your National Geographic-trained guide explains the history of maintaining colonies of bees and their hives in the South Aegean islands. Watch bustling beehive life through transparent observation hives and discover intriguing facts about pollination and apitherapy—the medicinal use of bee products. You'll also learn various simple ways to protect these creatures so crucial to our planet's ecosystem. National Geographic travelers will then enjoy an exclusive, live demonstration of honey extraction by one of the Bee Museum staff in a private room. Learn about professional techniques like honeycomb scratching and the use of tools such as manual extractors to fill empty jars. Afterwards, you'll be able to sample the freshly extracted honey in a dedicated space exclusively available to National Geographic groups. Try other types of honey, too, including varieties like pine, thyme and erica. Plus, try the famous Melekouni, a traditional sweet snack from Rhodes. After the tasting, don a protective suit and take a look at an active apiary, examining the open hive with an experienced beekeeper. Surrounded by happy buzzing, you'll learn about important tools, such as frames, smokers and scrapers, as well as gain a practical understanding of how bee colonies are organized. Leave with a new understanding of the humble honeybee and what you can do to protect it.

Guided island tour of western Rhodes’ top attractions

Dotted with sleepy villages, pine-clad mountains and age-old ruins, western Rhodes has a rugged beauty all of its own. This tour ticks off some of the top picks. You'll visit the ancient city of Kamiros, the mountain villages of Embona and Siana as well as Butterfly Valley – home to hundreds of Callimorpha butterflies. Nicholas, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Kamiros offers a glimpse into the daily life of its ancient inhabitants and shows how ingenious the people who built it were. The water supply system, with its complex network of cisterns and aqueducts, is well-preserved and really interesting.'First up is Butterfly Valley – a natural park home to hundreds of the friendly, fluttering creatures. Wander along shaded wooden walkways and enjoy the calming pools of trickling water as you observe these colourful insects all around – stay still and one may even land on you. As well as the butterflies, the park features a variety of other flora and fauna, including lots of wildflowers and birds.Next, you'll travel back in time at ancient Kamiros. The tidily laid out streets and remains of the agora and acropolis will give you a sense of how the residents went about their daily lives in the 5th century BC. You'll get an app on entry, which shows how the city would have looked in 3D. Next, you'll have free time for lunch in Embona – the highest village in Rhodes – and visit the mountain-side settlement of Siana.

Guided tour of historic Lindos and Acropolis visit

Lindos was an important and prosperous city in ancient Greece. Explore this history-steeped seafront town of whitewashed homes, with the option of an interactive Acropolis tour with a tablet for each reservation reference on this exclusive excursion.

Rhodes by night – old town walk, traditional dinner and evening boat ride

If Rhodes town is impressive by day, wait till you get to know it at night. This exclusive evening excursion features a summer harbour cruise, a guided walking tour of Rhodes town's highlights, and dinner in a family-run taverna. Dimitris, one of our expert local guides, will lead you through the medieval old town, exploring the historic Collachio and the labyrinthine Burgo, where the Greeks lived. With headsets for direct communication, you won't miss a thing.Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the walled town of Rhodes was fortified by the Knights of Saint John in the 14th century. Get the lowdown on the history of Collachio, the area hugging the impressive Palace of the Grand Master. It buzzes as the shops and the bars light up in the cool evening air. As we stroll southwards, the area's ordered streets give way to the more chaotic and mazy alleys of Burgo. This district, dotted with old mosques and historic Orthodox churches, is a joy to wander by foot.After 90 minutes of fascinating medieval history, we'll unwind at a typical taverna with a laidback meal made from locally sourced ingredients. End the evening with some free time for a stroll to Mandraki Harbour. If you're with us in the summer, enjoy a delightful evening cruise in the bay. Plus, this tour supports local businesses and leaves a zero carbon footprint with its walking and sailing segments.

Evening tour of Rhodes Town with dinner

If Rhodes town is impressive by day, wait till you get to know it at night. On this exclusive evening excursion, you'll enjoy a guided walking tour of the medieval town's best bits, followed by a traditional dinner in a family-run taverna. Dimitris, one of our expert local guides, says, “You'll delve into the historic streets of Collachio and the labyrinthine Burgo, where Greeks lived for centuries.” Plus, with headsets connecting you directly to your guide, you won't miss a single detail. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the walled town of Rhodes was built by the Knights of Saint John in the 14th century. You'll get the lowdown on the history of Collachio, the area hugging the impressive Palace of the Grand Master. It buzzes with life as shops and bars light up in the cool evening air. As you stroll southwards, the area's ordered streets give way to the more chaotic and maze-like alleys of Burgo. This district, dotted with old mosques and historic Orthodox churches, is a joy to wander on foot.After 90 minutes of learning all about this fascinating slice of medieval life, you'll drop into a typical taverna. Tuck into a spread of traditional dishes made with fresh, local ingredients, and savour the authentic flavours of the island. Once your appetite is satisfied, cap off the high with a relaxing stroll through the vibrant New Town and Mandraki Harbour, rounding out your evening in true Greek style.

Scuba Diving Rhodes

The clear seas surrounding Rhodes are ideal for scuba diving. Explore the rich maritime life and underwater rock formations on either full day or half-day guided dives at different locations. With fully certified instructors all across the island, you'll soon be on slipping on a wetsuit, tank and mask, ready for your undersea safari.

Lindos by Boat from Kolymbia Ticket

Cruise along Rhode's coastline on a boat trip that combines relaxation with exploration. Sail by beautiful coves, caves and beaches and you can catch some rays on deck, admire the views and enjoy a swim stop or two. And in the village of Lindos, you've free time to explore or grab some lunch in this medieval hamlet.

Rhodes semi-private sunset catamaran cruise with transfer

Nothing says a memorable holiday quite like a sunset cruise. You'll cast off on a modern catamaran for a late afternoon of swimming and relaxing around Kalithea Springs Bay. Then, it's off to the tip of the island for a dazzling sunset overlooking Rhodes Town. With a small group of maximum 11 people plus a bar serving beer, wine, water and soft drinks, relaxation is the name of the game.

Hippo Submarine Cruise in Lindos with Navarone Bay Swim

You'll see the best of Lindos on land and under the waves from the Hippo submarine. As you glide around the Acropolis of Lindos, the Tomb of Cleobulus and Lion Head Cove, you'll be caught between two minds: on deck or the underwater viewing platform 1.5m below the water line. What's, there's a stop in Navarone Bay to feed the fish and enjoy a well-deserved swim.

Rhodes Sun & Sea Boat Trip from Kolymbia

The sheltered waters off eastern Rhodes boast some of the island's most scenic coastline. Discover beautiful bays, coves and beaches and enjoy all the things that make this boat trip so special – swimming, snorkelling, sunbathing and a tasty lunch.Your adventure kicks off as you push out from shore and your local skipper sails around some of the highlights along Rhodes' east coast. Stops can vary but usually include Sfouggaria Bay, Agathi Bay and Caves Bay for swimming and lunch. Visiting these hidden bays and long stretches of pebbly beach, you'll take in the dramatic, rocky coastline as you travel.There's plenty of time to top up your tan, then cool off in the waters before jumping back on-board and heading to your next stop. And after all that swimming, you'll have worked up an appetite just in time for lunch. Then sleep it off with a siesta in the sun as you bob gently back to port.