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The Dodecanese: Rhodes & Kos: 3-Day Plan You Can Actually Do

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3
days
215 km
distance
8.1 h
in transit
12
curated stops

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Day 1 Rhodes & Lindos

4 curated stops
Transit
1h27
Finish
~14:55
Temperature
22.4°C–28.0°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
14.5h
09:00
Acropolis of Lindos hh.gr read more map ↗
Climb above Lindos to the sanctuary of Athena Lindia and the sea views framed by its ancient and medieval walls.
50 min · Rhodes & Lindos · €20 full; €10 reduced
open: Seasonal; confirm the exact date and last admission
11:05
Suleymaniye Mosque read more map ↗
You will see the elegant arches and domes of this historic Ottoman structure.
50 min · Rhodes & Lindos
12:05
Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes read more map ↗
Explore grand medieval halls and fortified walls with ocean views.
50 min · Rhodes & Lindos
13:05
Rhodes Archaeological Museum odysseus.culture.gr read more map ↗
Discover ancient artifacts and statues in serene garden settings.
50 min · Rhodes & Lindos · €3
open: Open in season till 20:00
13:55
Mikes search map ↗
Relish fresh, simply prepared seafood in a quiet backstreet spot.
60 min · Rhodes & Lindos · A decent sized meal with drinks will cost around €15 per person
Overnight here
e.g. Carina Hotel · Rhodes Youth Hostel
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Day 2 Symi

2 curated stops
Transit
2h42
Finish
~12:05
Temperature
22.4°C–28.0°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
14.5h
Travel connectionsIndicative times · check before travel

Transport is not booked. Confirm departures, local transfers and vehicle pickup before travel.

  1. 07:40–08:00
    Transfer
    Rhodes & Lindos → Rhodes ferry terminal
    Reach the signed Dodekanisos Seaways departure terminal from the central Rhodes route anchor.
    Planning allowance: 20 min
    Check source
  2. 08:00–09:55
    Public transport
    Rhodes ferry terminal → Symi ferry terminal
    Dodekanisos Seaways Rhodes–Symi passenger ferry — current 2026 main-season example; verify the exact dated sailing before booking
    Departs 08:30 · At the gate by 08:00
    Check source
  3. 09:55–10:10
    Transfer
    Symi ferry terminal → Symi
    Leave the arrival terminal and continue on foot into Gialos harbour.
    Planning allowance: 15 min
    Check source
10:10
Kali Strata visitsymi.gr
Climb the broad stone steps from Gialos towards Chorio for layered harbour and hillside views.
50 min · Symi · Free
11:15
Gialos harbour and neoclassical waterfront visitsymi.gr
Explore Gialos harbour, its neoclassical waterfront, stone bridge and historic clock.
50 min · Symi
Overnight here
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Day 3 Kos

4 curated stops
Transit
3h55
Finish
~17:10
Temperature
21.4°C–28.2°C
Rainy days
~1
Daylight
14.5h
Travel connectionsIndicative times · check before travel

Transport is not booked. Confirm departures, local transfers and vehicle pickup before travel.

  1. 08:05–08:20
    Transfer
    Symi → Symi ferry terminal
    Reach the booked departure berth from the Gialos harbour route anchor.
    Planning allowance: 15 min
    Check source
  2. 08:20–10:20
    Public transport
    Symi ferry terminal → Kos ferry terminal
    Dodekanisos Express direct Symi–Kos morning service — observed May–October 2026; Thursday omitted; verify the exact dated sailing before booking
    Departs 08:50 · At the gate by 08:20
    Check source
  3. 10:20–10:35
    Transfer
    Kos ferry terminal → Kos
    Leave the arrival terminal and continue into central Kos.
    Planning allowance: 15 min
    Check source
10:35
Tree of Hippocrates read more map ↗
Stand beneath a ancient plane tree linked to the teachings of Hippocrates.
50 min · Kos
11:35
Ancient Agora kos.gr map ↗
You will feel the ancient buzz of commerce in this open marketplace.
50 min · Kos · Free entrance
12:35
Neratzia Castle hh.gr map ↗
Walk through the reopened Knights Hospitaller fortress beside Kos harbour.
50 min · Kos · €5 full; €3 reduced
open: Mo,We-Su 08:30-15:30; Tu closed
14:40
Mastihari Main Beach mastihari.com map ↗
Relax on soft sand, with gentle waves lapping at your feet.
90 min · Kos
16:10
Ampeli ampelirestaurant.gr
Savor classic Greek dishes in a cozy, traditional tavern setting.
60 min · Kos

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