RHODES & DODECANESE CRUISE

A Relaxed Island-Hopping Journey on Half Board Basis

Discover the beauty of the Dodecanese on this carefully designed 7-night gulet cruise, starting and ending in Rhodes. This itinerary combines picturesque harbours, crystal-clear bays, traditional Greek villages and peaceful monastery visits, offering a balanced blend of relaxation and exploration.

The cruise operates on a Half Board basis, with daily breakfast and lunch served on board. All dinners are taken ashore at the guests’ own expense, allowing you to experience authentic local tavernas and the unique culinary character of each island.

Day 1 – Rhodes Harbour - Rhodes

Boarding begins after 16:00 at Rhodes Harbour.

Rhodes is one of the most historic and atmospheric islands in Greece. Its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town offers a remarkable setting of medieval streets, impressive stone buildings and charming squares filled with cafés, antique shops and local markets. After embarkation and a welcome briefing, the evening is free for you to explore and enjoy dinner ashore at one of the many traditional tavernas (own expense). Overnight stay in Rhodes New Marina.

Day 2 – Rhodes – Nanou Bay – Symi

Between 10:00 and 13:00, after port formalities and refuelling, we cruise towards Symi, one of the most picturesque islands of the Dodecanese. Our first stop is Nanou Bay, where you can enjoy swimming in turquoise waters surrounded by green hills and unspoilt natural beauty. Lunch is served on board. In the afternoon, around 16:00, we arrive at Symi Port. The harbour, lined with pastel-coloured neoclassical houses, creates a truly postcard-perfect setting. The evening is free for you to explore the village and dine ashore at one of the waterfront tavernas (own expense). Overnight stay in Symi.

Day 3 – Symi – St George Bay – Panormitis / Pedi

After breakfast on board, we depart Symi between 09:00 and 10:00. Our first stop is St George Bay, or another nearby bay depending on weather conditions, where you can swim and relax in crystal-clear waters. Lunch is served on board while anchored. In the afternoon, around 16:00, we cruise towards Panormitis, home to the Monastery of the Archangel Michael, built in the early 18th century and still inhabited by monks. It is an important pilgrimage site and a place of peace and reflection. If sea conditions are not suitable, we will anchor in Pedi Bay instead. Dinner is taken ashore at your leisure (own expense). Overnight stay in Panormitis or Pedi.

Day 4 – Symi – Akrogiali Bay – Tilos

After breakfast between 09:00 and 10:00, we cruise towards the peaceful island of Tilos. Surrounded by rocky mountains, hidden beaches and dramatic coastlines, Tilos offers an authentic and unspoilt atmosphere. We anchor at Akrogiali Bay for swimming and relaxation. Lunch is served on board. In the late afternoon, around 16:00, we enter Tilos harbour. You may stroll through the small town or visit the abandoned hilltop village of Mikro Chorio, accessible by taxi or bus. In the evening, you can enjoy dinner at one of the local tavernas (own expense). Overnight stay in Tilos harbour.

Day 5 – Tilos – Trakhia Bay – Chalki

Depending on sea conditions, we begin cruising towards Chalki between 06:00 and 10:00. Chalki is a small and tranquil island northwest of Rhodes, known for its crystal-clear waters and relaxed way of life. We anchor at Trakhia Bay, or another suitable bay, for swimming and lunch on board. In the late afternoon, around 16:00, we arrive at Nimporio, the island’s only village and main harbour. The promenade is lined with charming cafés and family-run tavernas. Dinner is enjoyed ashore at your leisure, where you may sample fresh seafood and traditional Greek cuisine (own expense). Overnight stay in Chalki.

Day 6 – Chalki – Anthony Quinn Bay – Kalithea

We depart early for Rhodes Island. Breakfast is served on board either en route or upon arrival at Anthony Quinn Bay, named after the actor who filmed “The Guns of Navarone” here. Enjoy a refreshing swim in its clear waters. We then cruise to Kalithea, known for its beautiful coves and historic thermal springs. Lunch is served on board while anchored. In the evening, dinner is taken ashore at your own expense. Overnight stay in Kalithea.

Day 7 – Kalithea – Rhodes Port

After breakfast on board, we cruise back to Rhodes New Marina, arriving between 09:00 and 10:00. Today is free for you to explore Rhodes Old Town further, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the evening, you may choose to join fellow guests for an optional farewell dinner ashore (own expense) before returning to the gulet for your final night on board. Overnight stay in Rhodes Marina.

Day 8 – Departure Day

Enjoy your final breakfast on board. Disembarkation takes place at 09:00 in Rhodes. We say goodbye after a wonderful week exploring the Dodecanese islands and hope to welcome you again on another memorable cruise.

Included in this cruise:

• Half Board accommodation: Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea / coffee & cookies.
• Jug of water is included during the meals only.
• All charter & berth taxes, Harbour & Port procedures.
• Transit log & related formalities for the shipping agents.
• Mooring expenses.
• Crew service.
• Ship water.
• Diesel & Gasoline expenses.
• Clean bed linen and bath towels on arrival (Beach towels are not provided).
• Use of equipment on board. (Flippers, snorkel and fishing tackle etc.)
• Yacht insurance (We advise you to take out your own individual travel insurance).
• V.A.T.
• Harbour taxes and mooring fees in foreign waters for the yacht.
• All port procedures & custom expenses in foreign waters for the yacht.

Food & Drink

Cruise based on half board basis and include, Breakfast and Lunch. Drinks will be paid on board.

More Information

Please note: For Greek island gulet cruises we provide a good standard of traditional gulet, with air conditioned cabins and en-suite facilities. The size of the Gulet will depend on the number of clients booked on that specific week.

Type of Boat: A/C Traditional Wooden Gulet (M/S)
Duration: 7 Nights - 8 Days
Embarkation: Saturdays, Rhodes by 09:00.
Disembarkation: Rhodes by 09:00 (after breakfast)

2025 Departures

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Jun 7, 14, 21, 28
Jul  5, 12, 19, 26
Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Sep 6,13, 20, 27
Oct 4, 11, 18
 

2026 Departures

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Jun  6, 13, 20, 27
Jul  4, 11, 18, 25
Aug 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Sep 5,12, 19, 26
Oct  3, 10, 117

Departure Day:  Saturdays