Full-day Private Rhodes West Coast tour: Mt. Filerimos, ancient Kamiros, Kritinis Castle, leisure time
On the Rhodes West Coast tour, you will reveal beautiful and important sights such as ancient Ialysos on Mt. Filerimos, ancient Kamiros city, and Kritinia’s castle, and have leisure time in a seaside or a mountain village tavern before heading back to your hotel. On your Private tour, you can decide your own sightseeing & dining priorities and pace.
Start your day with a drive up the spectacular Mt. Filerimos, once home to the oldest ancient city-state called Ialysos. Be welcomed by many peacocks naturally residing in the area. You can enjoy a short walk along a cobbled path leading to an imposing cross offering a stunning panoramic view. You can also opt for a visit to the Byzantine Monastery and get the unique 7 Herbs Liquor made after the monks’ secret recipe before you return to the bus.
*Mt. Filerimos can be replaced with the Butterfly Valley.
Continue following a scenic West coast route that connects some of the most impressive sights – the ancient city of Kamiros and Kritinia’s castle. Kamiros is one of the best-preserved Classical Greek cities. Wander through its streets imagining what life in Rhodes must have been like in this ancient Doric settlement dating from the late bronze age until approx. 142 BC.
Then explore Kritinia’s Castle, founded by the Knights during the 14th century, and be amazed by the superb views overlooking the west coast. The fortress is often called “Castello” as it was the largest of the Knights’ fortresses along the island’s west coast. It dominates the western passage and the channel of Halki.
Finally, depending on the season or your preference, you can choose to relax at a seaside tavern. There is an opportunity to have a refreshing swim and delicious seafood. Or you can drive to the nearby mountain village to taste local produce and have village food.
This will be a great, active day with driver’s recommendations, photo opportunities, scenic routes, and our Rhodes map!
Filerimos is one of the most favorite sites for locals. Besides the stunning environment & scenic views, Filerimos hosts ruins of the acropolis of Ancient Ialyssos and a well-preserved medieval monastery.
ViewThe well-preserved ancient Doric city thrived during the 5th century BC and dominated the central-western section of the island. The archaeological site reveals the remains of a city, a characteristic example of Hellenistic urban layout and design.
ViewSituated at the cliff’s edge, the medieval fortress Kritinia offers a breathtaking view of the Western coastline.
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