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In 8 days, you travel through the central and southern parts of Rhodes and discover, in a relaxed way, how surprisingly green and varied the landscape is. There’s plenty to see along the way, including the medieval town of Lindos with its fortress and temple. In the southern villages, you can enjoy a frappé on a terrace beneath a towering ficus tree. You’ll cycle past blooming agaves to the Seven Springs, to the castles of Monolithos and Kritinia, and to the ruins of the ancient city of Kamiros. » read more about Cycling holiday Rhodes Elafos
The Greek gods left behind a special legacy: islands that turn out to be even more beautiful than many travel guides promise. Rhodes is no exception—with its crystal-clear blue sea and villages that charm you with delightful labyrinthine alleys and quiet little harbors where fishing boats gently rock against the quay. Here, the days pass in peaceful silence, and tavernas blend the scent of moussaka with that of freshly caught fish.
This is the setting for an eight-day sun-and-sea-bliss cycling journey across the island. After exploring the beautiful Valley of the Butterflies, you hop on your bike for a ride along the coast, to the wine village of Émbonas and the farming village of Apolakkia. In the sparsely populated south, you’ll encounter truly quiet villages—yet always with a shady terrace beneath a giant ficus tree. A striking contrast to the popular and picturesque Lindos, beautifully nestled between two bays. Along the way, you’ll discover countless Greek beauties. Easy to fall in love with.
The whitewashed village of Lindos, on the eastern side of the island, lies nestled in a stunning bay. Towering high above the village is the mighty Acropolis. In ancient times, Lindos had the island’s largest and most powerful trading fleet. The Acropolis is one of the most beautiful in Greece—150 years older than the one in Athens. After climbing the many steps, the must-sees await: the famous relief? Check! The gate of the Knights’ Castle? Done! The long colonnade? Walked! The Hall of the Guards? Seen!
Petaloudes, or the Valley of the Butterflies. Every June, tens of thousands of butterflies flock to this unique nature reserve to rest in this sheltered, cool part of Rhodes. It’s stunning to see the rocks and tree trunks covered with butterflies. However, the huge influx of tourists during this time disturbs their much-needed rest. In all other months, it’s less crowded and just as beautiful, with its streams, waterfalls, and little bridges.
It’s well known that the ancient Romans spread across much of Europe and beyond, so it’s no surprise that Rhodes also bears traces of these former rulers. Kamiros is often called the Pompeii of Greece. For this reason, the ancient Roman city attracts many visitors, especially in July and August. If you visit outside these months, you can better imagine what life was like in Roman times. The city had its own currency, an Acropolis, a large water reservoir, and temples dedicated to Athena and Apollo. You’ll also see remains of houses, the Agora (marketplace), a theater, and public baths. The city was even equipped with a sewage system—three centuries before Christ. Unbelievable!
Cycling holiday Rhodes Elafos
Elafos means “deer” and is a symbol of Rhodes. The deer population is now growing again, and especially in the central and southern parts of the island, you can encounter these beautiful animals because the area is so green and quiet.
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