Full-day tour of Symi with Panormitis Monastery visit
Excursions & day trips

Full-day tour of Symi with Panormitis Monastery visit

4.2/5
Excellent
Based on 1011 reviews
from
$80.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, Danish, English, Finnish, French, Dutch, Polish, Swedish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll take a boat trip from Rhodes to two locations on the island of Symi
  • A visit to the Venetian-style Panormitis Monastery and the surrounding bay is included in the tour
  • You'll enjoy a walking tour of Symi Town, famed for its hills packed with pastel-coloured homes
  • The tour includes an in-depth look at sponge making, along with a gift from the sponge maker
  • An expert local guide will share their unrivalled knowledge of Symi and its people
What to expect

Each one of the Dodecanese Islands offers a distinctly different experience – and Symi is one of the most culturally rich of them all. You'll discover its laidback charm and visit sites such as Panormitis Monastery and a sponge maker. Fotini, one of our local guides, says, ‘Symi is one of the smallest and most picturesque Greek islands. The sight of the colourful houses as soon as you enter the harbour never fails to impress.'

The fun starts with a glide across the Aegean to Symi. The first stop is in the southwest of the island, at the vast, Venetian-style Panormitis Monastery. It is famed for its Byzantine frescoes and icon of St Michael, but most of all for its location right on the water's edge in a remote and sheltered bay. You'll also have free time to explore the site.

Next, you'll sail for Symi town itself. The arrival into the harbour is a joy to behold – tiers of pastel-coloured houses cascade down the surrounding hillsides. There's a guided tour of Symi town, too. And during the sponge maker visit, you'll learn about the island's sponge-diving heritage and its importance to the eco system surrounding the Symi. Your visit also helps support this traditional industry, vital to the local community. You'll get a small gift to take home, too. It's Fotini's favourite part of the experience. She says, ‘The old tradition of sponge diving has strongly affected the history and the customs of the Dodecanese Islands.'

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Ferry
  • check Monastery
  • check Guide
  • check Personal headsets
What to remember
  • Dress appropriately – no shoulders or knees showing – when visiting religious buildings
  • Food and drinks not included
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Provider
TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA, with Tax Number 094469778 and Travel License Number 0261Ε60000126100
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.2/5

Based on 1011 reviews from verified customers

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  • Pawanini

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Excursion bornée par les horaires du bateau, celle ci n'a pas assez de contenu pour occuper le temps libre. De plus, la durée du bateau est mensonger ...

  • Alain

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled as a couple

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

  • Mimi

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Guide parfait, repas excellent dans un petit resto traditionnel proposé par la guide , paysage magnifique

  • Sali

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

  • Kti

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    L île de symi est magnifique. Par contre le restaurant conseillé par la guide une vraie arnaque. Explications succintes de la part de la guide. Pas as ...

  • C.G.

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Der Reiseführer hat sich selbst zu sehr in den Vordergrund gestellt. Er ist voraus gegangen ohne zu schauen wo seine Gruppe ist und durch die Distanz ...

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