Symi Island Luxury Boat Trip
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Symi's colorful harbor
- Swim in the crystal-clear waters of St. George Bay
- Savor authentic Greek cuisine on board
- Discover the island's rich history and architecture
- Enjoy a relaxing day on the Aegean Sea
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip boat transportation from Rhodes to Symi Island
- Swimming stop at St. George Bay
- Lunch on board with Greek specialties
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Arrive in style as the boat glides into Gialos Harbor. You will have 3 full hours of free time to explore the most picturesque island in Greece. ✦ Premium Discoveries: Visit high-end jewelry boutiques and local art galleries hidden in the narrow alleys. ✦ Gourmet Seafood: We recommend a seaside table for the signature Symi Shrimp and local white wine. ✦ The Panorama: Wander up the Kali Strata for iconic photos of the harbor from above.
On the way to Symi, we visit the legendary St. George’s Bay. This secluded paradise is famous for its 300-meter vertical cliffs that shield the turquoise waters from the wind. ✦ What to do: We drop anchor, allowing you to jump directly from the boat into the crystal-clear sea. ✦ The Best Swim Stop: Spend a generous 1 hour at St. George’s Bay—giving you ample time to snorkel with our complimentary equipment or enjoy a cocktail in the turquoise water.
Meeting point
Start Location
Half Price Tours, Gallias 6, Rodos 851 00, Greece
Important information
Know before you book
- Check the weather forecast for the day of the trip
- Confirm the departure time and location with the tour operator
- Inform the operator of any dietary restrictions in advance
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable swimwear and bring a towel for swimming
- Bring sunscreen and a hat to protect against the sun
- Carry a camera to capture the stunning views and moments
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Departure: Every Day at 10:00 from the Harbor in Rhodes Town.
- Return to Rhodes to Mandraki Harbor: ~18:00.
Traveler reviews
Great day and smooth logistics
A highlight of our trip to Rhodes, including for our 5 and 7 year olds! Symi is beautiful and the swim stop at St. George’s Bay is pretty incredible. Definitely worth the trip. We added on the transfer to/from our hotel and everything was smooth and punctual. The Half Price Tours staff even proactively offered to drove us back to our hotel immediately after getting off the boat back in Rhodes, rather than having us wait about 20 minutes for the others who were also heading back to our hotel, as they knew we had kids who would likely be exhausted after a long day. Highly recommend!
Book accordingly
In my opinion not worth the price. 198 USD /2 people. I think you can just book the more cheap versions of this trip, or if you want a real luxurious version then maybe just buy the catamaran trips which are only around 20€ more expensive than this one. I don’t think the high price is offering more than the cheaper version- still a doll boat, still full, it is definitely not just an hour trip (1.5 to 2 h actually) and the boat does not go close enough to reach the beautiful turqoise water from near shore, which should be announced before booking the trip, I thought we would stop closer to the beach. On the positive side, the staff was very professional and the pickup worked perfectly. Customer service is attentive and helpful.
Mass processing.
The boat is okay, but far from luxurious. The seating is very cramped. There was a line to swim in the bay - typical mass processing. The crew was nice. We were also clearly on the road for longer than 1 hour of travel time. However, the island is really very beautiful.
Not luxury!
Definitely not 'luxury'. We were packed in like sardines with people pushing and shoving while cheaper options were departing half empty.
Great day out
Great from start to finish, really easy to book and helpful staff in the office and on the boat, would definitely recommend.