Symi Island from Rhodes with transfers from Ialysos and Ixia
Visit one of the most beautiful islands of the Aegean on this full-day cruise from Rhodes! Travel to Symi on a comfortable passenger ferry Nikolaos X. Stop for 1hour individual sightseeing in the impressive monastery of St. Michael Panormitis before traveling to the picturesque Symi village for another 3.5 hours free time of sightseeing, swimming, relaxing, shopping, dining. Your Symi Island Cruise includes round-trip hotel transport from Ialyssos, Ixia, and Kallithea resorts.
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Symi Island from Rhodes with transfers from Ialysos and Ixia
Pickup included
What's included in Symi Island from Rhodes with transfers from Ialysos and Ixia
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
We will come to pick you up from your accommodation and drive you to the FERRY boat. Your check-in and boarding cards will be arranged, and off you go! Also, receive a customized take-away guide with interesting information, a map of Symi town and directions. Departure is from the historic port Mandraki, passing by the sight of the ancient Colossus.
Holy Monastery of Taxiarch Michael of Panormitos
The first stop is the little scenic bay, home to the Holy Monastery of Archangel Michael of PANORMITIS. As you approach the Monastery, you will hear Church bells ringing, warmly welcoming all the pilgrims, explorers, holidaymakers & curious travelers. The Holy Monastery is a treasury of the Greek-Orthodox culture. The contemporary church was built in 1783 and hosts the miraculous all silver-plated icon of Archangel Michael. The main architectural feature of the Monastery is it's impressive bell tower, a mixture of Baroque and Renaissance styles. The monastery also houses two museums with a large collection of ecclesiastical art, icons, ship model offerings and important objects of the island's folk culture. Admire the 18th c. wall paintings, light a candle for good luck and walk around to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this holy place.
Agios Georgios Dysalona BeachPass-by Only
The ship will pass by the famed St. George bay so you can make nice photos of the small church at the bottom of the imposing cliff. Every SATURDAY, stop for a quick 20 min swim (from mid-June to end-September)
Inclusions
- 3.5 hours free time in Symi village
- Map & Information about Symi Island
- Boarding cards for the day trip
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only - Ialyssos, Ixia, and Rhodes City)
- Brief 1-hour visit to Panormitis Monastery
- Food and drinks
- Tour guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from other resorts than Ialyssos, Ixia
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Pickups are provided from designated pickup points. After booking, you will be contacted via messages and provided with the precise pickup time & place. If your hotel is not listed, specify in the comments or special request your accommodation, and we will suggest the nearest pickup point.
Meeting / End Points
- A Manos Going staff member will wait for you at the Mandraki Port (Elefterias Avenue) in front of the FOUNTAIN outside the Church of the Annunciation. You can arrive at 8:30 AM. You will have to present your booking confirmation to receive your boarding cards and a map with information.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity. Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time
