Butterfly Valley and Seven Springs Valley Self-guided Transfer
Discover the two most popular nature attractions of Rhodes Island - Butterfly Valley, and Seven Springs Valley with our convenient transfer to both sites in one day. Spend 2 hours exploring Butterfly Valley, where during July, August, and September, you can spot Panaxia quadripunctaria butterflies, walk along shaded paths by the Pelekanos River, see waterfalls, and observe the endemic Potamon rhodium freshwater crab. Then, head to the East Coast for 1 hour and 45 minutes at Seven Springs, where you can continue a light hike through lush scenery, enjoy a café lunch by the springs, or venture through a narrow underground tunnel to a hidden artificial lake with an impressive dam and waterfall. Pickups are provided from designated pickup points in Faliraki, Rhodes City, Ixia, and Ialysos.
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Butterfly Valley and Seven Springs Valley Self-guided Transfer
Pickup included
What's included in Butterfly Valley and Seven Springs Valley Self-guided Transfer
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Trip's ITINERARY:
- Drive to "Petaloudes" along the West Coast of Rhodes Island - approx. 30 min
- Stop at the Central Bus Parking for instructions - 2 min
- Free time in Butterfly Valley - 2 hrs
- Entrance ticket High Season 6€/p.p., Low Season 3€/p.p.
- Drive to "Epta Piges" - approx. 45 min
- Stop at the Bottom Parking Area (for tourist Busses) for instructions - 2 min
- Free time in Seven Springs Valley – 1h 45min (Free site)
- A relaxing return drive to your resort/ accommodation - approx. 30 min-1hr
- Precise departure time from Butterfly Valley & Seven Springs Valley will be announced by the driver on the day of the trip. Times may vary slightly according to seasonal/ daily conditions/ traffic/ size of the group! ** Both nature sites have paths with uneven surfaces and stony unpaved trails through slightly hilly terrain. Make sure to have proper shoes. This activity is not recommended for travelers with walking difficulties.
Inclusions
- Butterflies are only in July, August, and September
- Map with Information & Directions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance ticket to the Butterfly Valley (3-6 EUR p.p.)
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for people with mobility problems
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
After booking, you will be contacted and provided with the precise pickup time & place. If your hotel is not listed, write it in the comments, so we can suggest the nearest pickup point.
End Points
- Then drive through scenic countryside to the East Coast into the Valley of Seven Springs to have two more hours of free time to explore the Valley enjoying the greenery and the lovely climate, have a nice rest in the open-air cafe-restaurant overlooking the springs, or get adventurous and walk through a unique narrow tunnel to reach an artificial lake with an impressive dam & a waterfall.
- Have 2 hours of free time at the Butterfly Valley to enjoy observing the Panaxia Quatripunktaria butterflies, stroll rustic paths weaving along the Pelekanos river, and take photos next to waterfalls & wooden bridges. Enhance your experience by visiting a little museum of Natural History or hike to the very top of the Valley for some great Panoramic Views next to the Kalopetra Monastery.
