Dodecanese, Aegean Sea
Dodecanese is a group of 12 large islands and a vast number of smaller islands (c.150), located in the south eastern region of the Aegean Sea. The 12 largest islands are: Astypalea, Halki, Kalymnos, Karpathos, Kos, Leros, Nisyros, Patmos, Phodes, Simi, Tilos, Kastellorizo. Each island has rich history and archaeology . The combination of enjoying historic sites along with enchanting long sandy beaches, traditional villages and local food specialties is something that cannot be experienced elsewhere.
Faliraki Beach, Rhodes
Faliraki Beach, Rhodes
St John Knights Castle, Rhodes
St John Knights Castle, Rhodes
St. Pauls Bay, Rhodes
St. Pauls Bay, Rhodes
Symi
Symi
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Highlights
- The island of Symi – one of the most picturesque islands of Greece
- The old Town of Rhodes – travel back in time in a medieval city with narrow passageways. One of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites
- The Cave of the Apocalypse in Patmos, where Saint John wrote the Book of Revelation
- St Paul’s Bay in Lindos, Rhodes. Seductive scenery, a fantastic beach and one of the most romantic wedding locations in the world
- Tsambika beach in Rhodes – long sandy beach with crystal clear waters
- Nissyros – the volcanic island
- Patmos: a holy island known as the “Jerusalem of the Aegean”
- Kos Beaches: Nestled in amazing coves or extending over kilometres, you can swim in crystalline waters varying from azure to emerald
Itineraries
Short cruise: Rhodes – Karpathos – Astypalea – Kalymnos – Kos - Symi
Long cruise: Athens - Cyclades – Patmos- Kos – Symi – Rhodes – Karpathos -Astypalaia