Nat Geo Day Tour: The Fascinating World of Bees

Lindos Self-Guided Audiovisual Tour with 3D Models

Explore Lindos with a self-guided tour using AR, audio, and 3D representations

Day trip to Chalki Island

It's just a two-hour ferry ride away from Rhodes, but a visit to Chalki feels like a trip back in time. Rugged and arid, it's the smallest inhabited island in the Dodecanese. The only village, Emporio, is all pastel-coloured cascading down to the waterfront. Enjoy free time to mingle with the friendly locals, swim in a secluded beach or take selfies by the dinky chapels dotted throughout the island.

Lindos Acropolis & Rhodes Old Town Highlights Tour

Few islands in Greece can match the heritage of Rhodes. And this wealth forms the centrepiece of this tour. Discover it all with an expert local guide. Dimitris, one of our guides, says, ‘Lindos was built in the 10th century BC by the Dorians. It's the third-most visited site in all of Greece, which shows just how significant it is.' You'll also enjoy a walking tour of the old town of Rhodes and see the Palace of the Grand Master. Headsets allow direct connection between you and your guide.Dimitris believes Rhodes is blessed with some of the best scenery in Greece. He says, ‘Lindos lies near a fantastic sandy beach, surrounded by hills hiding the village, protecting the place from the attacks of the pirates. On top of the small sugar cube houses stands the ancient Acropolis and the Temple of Athena.' You'll get to appreciate these very views during a coffee stop at a typical family-run café. Climb to the mountaintop Acropolis as your guide brings to life the myths and legends of the ancients as you take in views of St Paul's Bay below.Rounding off the day, we'll head to the old town Rhodes – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – for a guided tour. Because so much of the excursion is walking, it reduces the activity's carbon footprint. Wander the winding, cobbled streets, lined with historic houses and boutiques, and walk down the Street of the Knights. The star attraction is the Palace of the Grand Master – an enormous 13th-century fortress originally built by the Knights of St John.

Pirates of Rhodes Family-friendly Themed Cruise

Pirate Tim and Calypso the Parrot need your help to find their lost treasure. But first you need to be fully trained in all the skills you need to become a pirate. Eleni, one of our local crew members, says, 'Rhodes was once a hugely important trading post in the Mediterranean region, and pirates were a real threat to this success. The island's governors directed the Rhodes Navy to spend all their time policing the waters nearby in order to protect the ships carrying valuable goods such as salt and olive oil.' You'll join our plucky crew in search of the booty, and along the way everyone will get into the pirate spirit with some help from the pirate team on the boat. There'll be lots of fun activities for everyone to get involved with. For our little pirate crew, there'll be face painting and lots of pirate-themed games to play and for the older pirate crew, there'll be some pirate challenges to join in with. And no pirate adventure would be complete without a treasure map and clues to follow.Eleni says, 'Set sail with the pirates for a fun cruise with plenty to keep the kids occupied while the grown-ups can relax and admire the scenery. We'll stop at some lovely spots so all the pirates can cool off with a swim in the sea.' Fruit is included, plus there's a bar on board where you can buy drinks and snacks, in case all the excitement makes you hungry. This pirate cruise is all about swashbuckling fun for the whole family to enjoy.

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.

Nat Geo Day Tour: Medieval Rhodes, a Photography Tour

Master photography with a National Geographic-trained photography guide in Rhodes Town. Explore medieval architecture and capture your story and perspective of the Old Town.Rhodes is one of the most photographed cities in Greece thanks to its world-class heritage passed down by the medieval Knights Hospitaller. A maze of narrow cobblestone streets lined with medieval buildings and Gothic churches protected by towering walls and a moat make the Old Town stand out.Unlock your artistic skills on this National Geographic tour. With tips from your National Geographic-trained photography guide, you'll capture Rhodes' heritage through your creative eyes. Begin your visit with a theory session then, put your newly acquired skills to the test, as you head off to discover the Old Town's fortifications and architecture influenced by countless civilizations such as the Byzantines and the Ottomans.Your instructor will also organize a contest for the day's best shot. Fueled by some friendly competition, you'll walk around the perimeter of the fortress and pass through its grand gateway, capturing images of its polished medieval architecture. Venture into the historic walled town of Rhodes where you'll pass by the renowned Street of Knights and the iconic Clock Tower.Finish your tour with refreshments and sit down and chat about the day's images with your guide. Your guide will also select the best image based on its alignment with National Geographic values and announce the winner.

Rhodes Food & Wine Tour with a local guide

On this day of discovery, you'll explore the rustic villages of inland Rhodes and sample some of the island's favourite dishes. Pretty Orthodox churches, an olive oil mill, a winery in Embona and a typical local lunch are all on the menu.

Boat ride on Hippo Submarine in Lindos and swim at Navarone Bay

Depart from Lindos and enjoy a 2-hour experience in the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean sea!

Two-hour Submarine tour of Lindos and Swim at Navarone's bay

Enjoy a submarine tour of Lindos and its waters. Admire the Acropolis from the sea and explore the sea life from a different perspective.

Poseidon submarine guided cruise with underwater views

Enjoy the opportunity to see the most famous and beautiful places around the City of Rhodes from the Poseidon submarine.