16/07/2014
RHODES BY DAY (TUESDAY & SATURDAY)
ADULT 12+ years old 16 EURO – CHILD 3-12 years old 8 EURO- INFANT up to 3 years old NO CHARGE
Departure Information
Departure time: Every Tuesday and Saturday at 8:30 AM (approx.) from the Pickup Points near to the Hotel you are staying.
Duration of the trip: 1 h 30 min. approx.
Depart from Rhodes: 15:15 (approx.)
Return to the Hotel: 17:00 (approx.)
Entering Rhodes Town via the Monte Smith area, dramatic site of the Temple of Apollo and Ancient Stadium, you have a chance to take photos. The coach drop off and collection point is conveniently located near both Mandraki Harbour and one of the main entrances to the walled, 12 gated medieval Old Town. You have ample time to explore both Old and New Towns.
Rhodes Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a fascinating combination of the ancient, medieval, and modern, its streets and architecture reflecting Rhodes’ complex multi-cultural history. The narrow cobbled streets and busy fountain-decked squares are filled with shops, bars, cafes, and restaurants. The historic buildings, museums, galleries, churches, mosques, and synagogue reflect and define the identity of this still vibrant town, now home to over 5,000 permanent residents.
Rhodes New Town, with the Aegean Sea on its west coast and the Med on its east, is a centre of government, commerce, and leisure in the Eastern Mediterranean. Capital of the Dodecanese chain of islands, Rhodes has always been a major port and cultural crossroads. The New Town is noted for its high street and designer shops and wide range of cafes, restaurants, and fast food outlets.
Rhodes Town’s stylish Casino, located by the beach in the New Town, is open 24 hours. Anyone wishing to visit the Casino should book our excellent value RHODES TOWN & CASINO package. You can use the sunbeds, pool, and changing facilities at the Casino hotel.
Mandraki Harbour, traditionally said to be the site of the Colossus of Rhodes (where the doe and stag statues now stand) is lined with graceful government buildings dating from the Italian colonial era. Mandraki is also the starting point for the double-decker sightseeing bus tours, the little road train, and small boats offering mini-cruises round the 4 harbours.
At the northern tip of the town (and the island) is the Art Deco style Aquarium, displaying interesting local sea creatures. There is a Museum of Modern Greek Art nearby. The poular town beaches are mostly shingle with dramatic views of distant Turkey.