Rhodes & Lindos Private Tour: Acropolis & Medieval Town

The Acropolis of Lindos sits 116 meters above the sea, the second-most visited after Athens.

You visit the Medieval Old Town and Mandraki Harbour where the Colossus once stood, climb to the Acropolis of Rhodes with stadium views, then drive to Lindos and spend over an hour exploring its white-stone village and clifftop Acropolis. St. Paul's Bay is included on the return. Your own private vehicle means flexible pacing and no group waits.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Medieval City of Rhodespass by
2. Mandraki Harbour15m
3. Acropolis of Rhodespass by
4. St. Paul's Bay15m

Rhodes and Lindos highlights tour

• Drive around Old Town walls
• Stop for photos at Mandraki port
• Visit Church of the Annunciation
• See Acropolis of Rhodes ruins
• Pass by Faliraki resort
• Stop for panoramic view of Lindos
• Explore Lindos village and Acropolis
• Stop for photos at St. Paul's Bay
• Return to starting point

The experience

The Colossus of Rhodes stood here once, at the entrance to Mandraki Harbour, though only the memory remains now. Your driver picks you up and takes you straight to that spot. You'll see the monumental Italian buildings framing where one of the seven wonders of the ancient world used to be. Then you drive around the walls of the Old Town, the biggest inhabited medieval city in Europe, built by the Knights of St. John in the 1300s and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. It's the kind of place that looks like it hasn't moved in centuries, and you get to see it without the usual tour-group rhythm.

After the Old Town, you head up to the Acropolis of Rhodes on Smith Hill: the Temple of Apollo, the ancient Stadium, the Amphitheatre all spread out with views down to the seashore. Then comes the drive east along the coast toward Lindos, 50 kilometers away. Your driver stops you at a viewpoint first, so you see the whole white village and its Acropolis perched on the cliff before you walk down into it. You get at least an hour and a half to wander the narrow streets, climb up to the Acropolis of Lindos itself (the temple of Athena Lindia dates to the 4th century), and sit with the blue sea below you. Your driver waits at the entrance where he dropped you, so there's no rush, no group moving you along.

On the way back, you stop at St. Paul's Bay, where the apostle is said to have landed in 51 AD to preach to the Rhodians. It's a small church in a cove, and the light there in the afternoon is the kind you want to photograph. The whole thing (Old Town, two acropolises, Lindos, the bay) fits into a half-day because you're not waiting for other people or following a fixed schedule. Your driver knows the roads and the timing. You decide how long to linger.

What’s included

• Your half-day tour includes a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle with a knowledgeable local driver.
• You visit the Medieval Old Town of Rhodes, Mandraki Harbour, the Acropolis of Rhodes with its Temple of Apollo and ancient Stadium, the white village of Lindos with at least 90 minutes to explore, the Acropolis of Lindos, and St.
• The program is flexible.
• You can extend your time in the Old Town or adjust stops based on your interests.
• Your driver waits for you in Lindos and handles all the driving and timing.

Options for this experience

5 options

Car for up to 4 people, 5 hoursUp to 4 per booking · Guide in English or Greek · No fixed timeLasts 5 hours; pickup is included

Car for up to 4 people with lunch, 7 hoursUp to 4 per booking · Guide in English or Greek · No fixed timeLasts 7 hours: an extra 2 hours for lunch at an outstanding traditional Greek tavern or relaxed time at a beach of your choice. Pickup is included

Minivan for up to 7 people, 5 hoursUp to 7 per booking · Guide in English or Greek · No fixed timeMinivan, 5 hours, for up to 7 people: suggested for larger groups of up to 7 people or for those who would like more room. Pickup is included

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MINIVAN-7people with LUNCH-7HUp to 7 per booking · Guide in English or Greek · No fixed timeLasts 7 hours: an extra 2 hours for lunch at an outstanding traditional Greek tavern or relaxed time at a beach of your choice. Minivan, 7 hours, for up to 7 people: suggested for larger groups of up to 7 people or for those who want more space for their group. Pickup is included

Bus for up to 20 people, 5 hoursUp to 20 per booking · Guide in English or Greek · No fixed timeIncludes a professional guide who will accompany the group on the bus for up to 20 passengers. Pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Greek

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Rhodes Greece Tours - RHODES PRIVATE DAY TOURS

Is this one for you?Right for first-time visitors and cruise passengers who want the main Rhodes highlights without arranging transport or following a group schedule. Expect a half-day commitment with walking on uneven terrain, especially climbing to the acropolises. That's what gives you the views and the freedom to linger in Lindos.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Greek.

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.

How long is the tour?

It's a half-day tour. The exact duration depends on how long you spend in Lindos and whether you add an extra hour to explore the Medieval Old Town on foot.

Is a guide included?

Your driver is knowledgeable but not an official licensed guide. You can book a guide separately for an additional cost if you want deeper historical commentary.

How far is Lindos from Rhodes town?

Lindos is 50 kilometers away on the east coast. The drive takes roughly 45 minutes to an hour depending on traffic.

Can I extend the tour?

Yes. You can add an extra hour to walk through the Medieval Old Town on your own, or adjust the itinerary based on your interests. The tour is flexible.

Is this suitable for cruise passengers?

Yes, it's designed as a perfect introduction for first-time visitors and cruise ship passengers. You can arrange pickup and return timing to match your ship's schedule.

What's included in the price?

The private air-conditioned vehicle and your driver are included. Entry fees to the acropolises are not included in the base tour price.

How many people can fit in the vehicle?

The vehicle is private, so it accommodates your group. Specialized infant seats are available if needed.

Is there walking involved?

Yes. You'll walk through the Medieval Old Town, climb to the Acropolis of Rhodes, and explore Lindos village and its Acropolis on foot. The terrain is uneven in places, especially at Lindos.