Private Sunset Tour around Lindos on a Traditional Greek Boat

Swim in the caves beneath the Acropolis of Lindos as the sun sets over the Aegean.

A private sunset boat tour around Lindos in Rhodes takes you along the coastline on a traditional Greek vessel, with stops to swim in secluded bays and caves near the Acropolis. You'll see where Apostle Paul landed in 57 AD and the filming location of "Guns of Navarone," with snorkelling gear, two drinks and fresh fruit (on longer options) included. The captain and his son run the boat, keeping groups small and the pace unhurried.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset boat tour and swimming stops

• Board traditional Greek boat
• Sail past Lindos Acropolis
• Swim inside Lindos caves
• Pass Apostle Paul's landing site
• Swim in turquoise waters
• Enjoy panoramic Rhodes sunset views

The experience

You board the boat in Lindos and head out as the light begins to soften. The Acropolis rises from the water as you sail past, and the captain points out the caves where you can swim. The water is clear enough to see the rock formations below. The route depends on which option you choose: a 2-hour tour hits the main sites, while 3 and 4-hour departures give you time to linger at multiple stops and explore further along the coast, including the bay where "Guns of Navarone" was filmed and the beach where Apostle Paul is said to have come ashore in 57 AD.

Swimming happens at each stop, and snorkelling equipment is on board if you want it. The boat carries drinks (water, soft drinks or beer), and fresh fruit on the longer tours, so you're not managing hunger or thirst between swims. The captain's son helps manage the boat and the stops, and both speak English, Italian and German, so the commentary and any questions get answered in your language.

Sunset timing varies by season and by which departure time you pick (some options leave at 5pm, others at 6pm), so the light you see depends on when you book. The boat is traditional but functional, not a luxury yacht, just a working Greek fishing boat that lets you move easily between swimming stops. Infants and small children can come along, and the tour suits all fitness levels since swimming is optional and the boat does the moving.

What’s included

• Two drinks of choice per person (water, soft drinks or beer).
• snorkelling equipment.
• fresh fruit on 3 and 4-hour tours.

Options for this experience

5 options

Private sunset tour of 2 hoursGuide in English, German or Italian · Available from 16 May 2027Lasting 2 hours: a relaxing cruise toward Lindos, St. Paul's and Navarone Bay, with swimming stops in the crystal-clear water. Includes 2 drinks per person.

Private sunset tour of 2 hours (18:00-20:00)Guide in English, German or Italian · Available from 14 May 2027Lasting 2 hours: a relaxing cruise toward Lindos, St. Paul's and Navarone Bay, with swimming stops in the crystal-clear water. Includes 2 drinks per person.

Private sunset tour lasting 3 hoursGuide in English, German or Italian · Available from 20 May 2027Lasting 3 hours: an extended version of the base tour, with additional and longer swimming stops. Includes fruit salad and 2 drinks per person.

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Private sunset tour lasting 3 hours (17:00-20:00)Guide in English, German or Italian · Available from 14 May 2027Lasting 3 hours: an extended version of the base tour, with additional and longer swimming stops. Includes fruit salad and 2 drinks per person.

Private sunset tour lasting 4 hoursGuide in English, German or Italian · Available from 25 May 2027Lasting 4 hours: experience a longer version of the base tour, sailing further out to visit the secluded Red Sand Beach and Agathi beach. Includes fruit salad and 2 drinks per person.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 14 May 2027

Book up to4h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Captain Vasilis Boat Tour

Is this one for you?Choose the 2-hour tour if you want the main highlights (the Acropolis, the caves and one or two swimming stops) in an evening slot that fits a packed day. The 3 and 4-hour options let you linger longer at each bay and reach more distant sites like the "Guns of Navarone" filming location and Apostle Paul's landing beach, so pick one of those if you have the afternoon free and want to explore further along the coast.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, German and Italian.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I swim at every stop on the Lindos sunset tour?

Swimming stops happen at each site, and snorkelling equipment is provided, so you can enter the water whenever the boat pauses. The number of stops and how long you spend at each one depends on which tour length you choose: longer tours mean more time in the water at more locations.

What is the Acropolis of Lindos like from the water?

The Acropolis sits on a high cliff overlooking the port and the bays where the boat stops. From the water, you see it from a different angle than land visitors do, and the caves at the base of the cliff are accessible for swimming when the boat reaches them.

How many people travel on this private boat?

The tour is private, so it's your group only, no strangers joining. The boat is a traditional Greek vessel, and the captain and his son manage it, keeping the experience intimate and personalized.

What drinks and food are included?

Two drinks per person (water, soft drinks or beer) are included on all tour lengths. Fresh fruit is also provided on the 3 and 4-hour options, so you have refreshment between swims without needing to bring your own.