RHODES - TILOS - AGA MARINA - AGA NIKOLAOS - SYMI - PANORMITIS - CHALKI - RHODES
Explore the stunning Greek Islands – Rhodes, Symi, Chalki, Tilos, and other lesser-known gems of the Dodecanese Island group. Join our Gulet Aurora cruise, a comfy gulet with 9 cabins for up to 25 passengers. Other gulets like M/S Harmonia, M/S Aphrodite, M/S Eros, M/S Agiotis, and M/S Panagiota operate the Ionian cruise too. Enjoy a week-long itinerary covering Rhodes, Symi, Chalki and Tilos for an adventure and historical sightseeing. Cabins offer comfort mattress, wardrobe, reading light, a/c, a hairdryer, and a private shower.
| SEASON 2025 | DEPARTURE DATES | Standart Cabin Type | Premium Cabin Type |
| A | 03, 10, 17, 24 MAY / 07, 14, 21, 28 JUNE / 06, 13, 20, 27 SEP | 950.-EURO per person | 1.100.-EURO per person |
| B | 05, 12, 19, 26 JULY / 02, 09, 16, 23, 30 AUGUST | 1.100.-EURO per person | 1.250.-EURO per person |
| F | 04, 11, 18 OCTOBER | 850.-EURO per person | 1.000.-EURO per person |
▪ Single Supplement is 75%.
▪ No child discount is available for this itinerary.
▪ There is a local payment of €80 per person, this is payable at or before check-in and covers all your gulet's running costs including the marina fees, local taxes, the damage deposit waiver and the charter pack.
Standard Cabin Type
All our standard cabins besides, their comfortable mattresses, are ensuite with their own shower, a hair dryer, a wardrobe for storage, reading lights,
their own individual A/C device and an electric fan!
Regarding our cabins, we do have a variety of doubles/twins (lower beds/bunk beds) and a few triples and quads, depending on your cruise package and demand.
Premium Cabin Type
Our premium cabins are available on the majority of our gulets, always subject to availability. By premium cabin we define cabins that have a separate shower box inside the wc and/or larger space available ( usually2/3 s.m.) from our standard ones. Usually they are located on the stern or the bow of the ship, making them slightly more isolated than the rest of the cabins onboard and they have better sound insulation that the rest since they are bigger.
Half Board Inclusive Food : Daily breakfast and lunch buffets+Captains welcome dinner
Air conditioning :Air conditioning max 6 hours a day
(for example 08:00-09:00 – 13:00-14:00 – 18:00-20:00 - 22:00-00:00).
Meeting Point: http://www.rhodesmarinas.com
Naval Cafe , New Marina, Australia Street, Rhodes GR 85100
Meeting time : Sunday 16:00
*WiFi is available 08:00-09:00 and 18:00-19:00. The WiFi is NOT part of the package but is provided as an extra service and cannot be guaranteed in all bays!
Marina Map
Included
- Traditional ensuite ship
- 7-nights onboard
- Daily breakfast and lunch buffets
- Welcome & Captain’s dinner
- Private beach stops
- Daily swim stops
- Toiletries
- A/C ensuite cabins (subject to limitation)
- Wi-Fi (subject to limitation)
Not Included
- Flights and Hotels
- Travel Insurance
- Onboard dinners
- Transportation, pre/post your cruise
- Excursions/Activities
Day 1
Rhodes Harbour.
Our Rhodes cruise starts with boarding after 4:00 pm. Disembarkation takes place exactly one week after embarkation, at 09:00. With this in mind, we start our journey from Rhodes Harbour. Rhodes Harbour is a vibrant area filled with Greek tavernas, local product markets, and plenty of antique shops.
The UNESCO World Heritage-listed “Old Town” of Rhodes offers a unique scenic experience with its distinctive architecture and historic charm. Dinner and overnight stay in Rhodes New Marina.
Day 2
Rhodes-Nanou Bay-Symi
Between 10:00 and 13:00, after formalities and taking fuel, we cruise towards Symi, one of the Dodecanese Islands and a real gem. Symi is known as one of Greece’s most beautiful little islands. Our first stop will be Nanou Bay, where we will enjoy lots of swimming in its crystal-clear waters, surrounded by lush forests and green hills.
In the afternoon, around 4:00 pm, we will cruise to Symi Port. Be sure to have your camera ready to capture wonderful images of this small, fairytale-like Greek village. While dinner will be served on board, you may wish to dine ashore at one of the numerous idyllic tavernas lining the marina. If you choose to do so, please inform the captain in advance; the local tavernas on Symi are very tempting, and the captain will understand your choice. Overnight stay in Symi. (B-L-D)
Optional activity
⚓️ Plataria oil tasting
Day 3
Symi-St George Bay-Panormitis/Pedi
Today, we leave Symi port after breakfast between 09:00 and 10:00 am. Our first stop will be St George Bay or one of the other many bays for lunch, swimming, and relaxing in the crystal-clear waters. In the afternoon, around 4:00 pm, we will cruise towards Panormitis, located in the southern part of Symi. Here, you can visit the Monastery of the Archangel Michael Panormitis. This Greek Orthodox Monastery, built in the early 18th century, is still inhabited by monks.
It attracts visitors from around the world, and many Greeks pay yearly homage to St. Michael of Panormitis. Please note that loud music is not allowed here, to preserve the tranquility of the monastery. If sea conditions are not optimal, we may need to cancel our visit to Panormitis and go to Pedi instead. In the evening, enjoy a relaxing dinner and take in the serene surroundings. Overnight stay in Panormitis. (B-L-D)
Optional activity
⚓️Parga wine tasting
Day 4
Symi-Takrogiali Bay-Tilos
Today, after breakfast between 09:00 and 10:00 am, we cruise towards the beautiful island of Tilos. Tilos is surrounded by high and rocky mountains, steep coasts, beaches with transparent waters, and caves. We will enjoy the day at Akrogiali Bay, where you can relax and take in the stunning scenery.
In the late afternoon, around 4:00 pm, we will enter Tilos harbor. This will give you a chance to stretch your legs and walk around the charming little town. In the center of the island, there is an abandoned village called Mikro Chorio, situated on a hilltop and reachable by taxi or bus. You can also visit Mikro Chorio in the evening to have a drink at the bar and experience its unique atmosphere. Later in the night, enjoy a dinner at a local tavern, savoring traditional Greek cuisine. Note that this late-night dinner is not included in the initial package price. Overnight stay in Tilos harbor. (B-L-D)
Day 5
Tilos-Trakhia Bay-Chalki port
Today, we cruise to the beautiful Island of Chalki, northwest of Rhodes. Depending on the sea conditions, we will start cruising before or after breakfast (between 06:00 and 10:00 am). Chalki is a perfect destination for peace and privacy, as tourism has not developed much here. The island is famous for its crystal-clear beaches. We will enjoy the day at Trakhia Bay or one of the other beautiful bays.
In the late afternoon, around 4 pm, we cruise to Nimporio, the island’s only village and main port. The beach promenade of Nimporio is lined with charming cafeterias and taverns. Be sure to visit the local church, where there is a mass between 7:30 and 8:00 pm. After a day of exploration and relaxation, enjoy a traditional local Greek seafood dinner or Meze at one of the many local taverns run by the local fishermen. Overnight stay in Chalki. (B-L-D)
Optional activity
⚓️Paxoi Bus Tour
In the late afternoon, around 16:00, we cruise to Nimporio which is the only village and main port of the island. The beach promenade of Nimporio is lined up with cafeterias and taverns. The church is worth visiting. There is a mass between 19:30-20:00. Dinner and overnight.
Day 6
Chalki Port-Anthony Quinn Bay-Kalithea Beach
Today, we have an early start towards Rhodes Island. Breakfast will be served on the way or upon arrival at Anthony Quinn Bay, depending on weather conditions. This beach is named after the actor who bought this part of the island while filming “The Guns of Navarone.” Afterward, we cruise to Kalithea, where we will spend the rest of the day.
Kalithea is home to beautiful coves and beaches, perfect for swimming and relaxing. Its vibrant atmosphere and charming surroundings make it a delightful destination for our last full day.
Dinner and overnight stay in Kalithea. (B-L-D)
Day 7
Kalithea Beach-Rhodes Port
We arrive at the New Marina in Rhodes between 09:00 and 10:00 am, giving us plenty of time to explore. Today is a free day to visit one of the best-preserved medieval towns in the world and a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.
We spend the night at the New Marina of Rhodes, where we enjoy an optional traditional dinner with the group for our final farewell party. After that, we head to the gulet to enjoy our last night together on board. The next day, early in the morning, we sadly depart.
Optional activity
⚓️Greek Night
Day 8
Rhodes disembarkation
As we have successfully cruised around Rhodes and its island complex, this is our departure day. Enjoy your last delicious Mediterranean breakfast on board. Disembarkation in Rhodes is scheduled for 09:00.
We say goodbye to each other, take some last photos, and head back! Hopefully, though, we will see you again. Until then, we wish you all the best!
IMPORTANT NOTE: Cruise itineraries are given as a general guidance only. Tours are subject to change, due to bad weather/sea conditions, force measure and change in local legislation without prior notice and docking conditions in major ports and marinas. Certain stops might be visited on another day than shown in the above program or might be cancelled. Your Captain is responsible for all passengers and crew on board, and he has the right to change the program if needed.
Please note that the 1st night is spent in Rhodes New Marina and the next morning, your captain and the staff will organize all necessary formalities and/or fuel. We will start cruising between 10:00-13:00, depending on how busy it is at the port authorities and/or fuel office. On day 7th day between 09:00-10:00 we arrive back at Rhodes port for a free day and last night on the boat.
If you would like to visit the Old Town or any of the beaches or villages on Rhodes Island, you can request for a taxi at the reception which is located at the entrance of the New Marina. Walking to the Old Town is about 20 minutes.
Please let us know if you have special wishes/dietary requirements/allergies.
All tours will be operated by Greek flagged legally licensed vessels and full compliant with International Conventions for the Safety of Life at Sea.
INCLUDED: Accommodation on the gullet, crew, fuel, harbour fees, transit log, cleaning, service, use standard yacht equipment. Meals are included (breakfast, lunch buffet,). Clean bed linen and bath towels on arrival. Yacht insurance. Air conditioning max 6 hours a day (for example 08:00-09:00 – 13:00-14:00 – 18:00-20:00 - 22:00-00:00). Please note that the New Marina in Rhodes and some of the other marina’s do not allow the generators to work due to noise pollution. Where it is possible, also not for more than 2 consecutive hours and not during the night.
NOT INCLUDED: All drinks,dinners, tip per passenger for the crew (7-10% of the cruise fee), entrance fees, optional land tours and personal expenses are not included. Please bring beach towels for use on deck. Guests need to have their own individual travel insurance. Flights, airport transfers, and other transfers are not included.
Meeting Point:
Meeting Point:
New Marina, Australias Street, Rhodes GR 85100.
Meeting time: Saturday 16:00.
*Port charges are 80 € per person for weekly tours should be paid cash up on arrival.
*If you arrive earlier, you are welcome to drop off your luggage on the boat until after 16:00 or you can enjoy Rhodes itself until dinner time 20:00.
Depending on sea and weather conditions, Medsail Holidays AB reserves the right to make necessary changes to the tour itinerary to ensure the safety and comfort of our guests.