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15 Best Dodecanese Islands In Greece

The Greek classics.

The 15 most popular dodecanese islands in Greece, with what each one is really like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.

15 Best Dodecanese Islands In Greece

Rhodes: Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore

Rhodes: Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore - Rhodes Landmarks From the Water: Windmills, Fortress Walls, and Big Views

1.Rhodes: Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore

Most Popular★ 4.5

Speedboat from Rhodes to Symi with air-conditioned comfort, Old Town water views, and hours to shop, eat, and explore Symi.

“excellent everything run smoothly 😁symi is a beautiful 😍 island definitely a must vist 👌 we did the early 9am departure which gave us 5 hrs on the island very quirky island little streets etc fab shops and restaurants the sea is unreal crystal clear 1 hr and qo mins on the boat but they…”

4,265 reviews7 - 8 hoursFrom $35by SEBECO LINES MARITIME COMPANY

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Rhodes: High-Speed Boat to Symi Island & Saint George’s Bay

Rhodes: High-Speed Boat to Symi Island & Saint George's Bay - Symi in about 3 hours: what to do (and how not to overplan)

2.Rhodes: High-Speed Boat to Symi Island & Saint George’s Bay

★ 4.7

High-speed boat from Rhodes to Symi plus a swim at St. George’s Bay. About 6–9 hours; Symi exploration included.

“Symi is charming and picturesque island with pure turquoise water and authentic architecture. Definitely worth visiting! The speed boat trip took approximately one hour to get there and was nice and comfortable experience.”

3,048 reviews6 - 9 hoursFrom $69by Rhodes Sea Lines

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From Rhodes: Cruise to Symi Island and Saint George’s Bay

From Rhodes: Cruise to Symi Island and Saint George's Bay - Leaving Mandraki: the first scenic payoff

Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat

Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat - Nikolaos X ferry ride: speed, seating choices, and comfort tips

Boat Trip to Symi Island with swimming stop at St George Bay

Boat Trip to Symi Island with swimming stop at St George Bay - St George Bay Swim Stop: Clear Water, Solid Time, and Gear Tips

5.Boat Trip to Symi Island with swimming stop at St George Bay

★ 4.5

Rhodes to Symi by boat with a St George Bay swim stop, hotel pickup options, English service, and 3 hours to explore Symi town.

“The places we visited were truly spectacular, the sea was beautiful, and the island of Symi is a very charming little town. What we didn’t enjoy, however, was the transportation by boat. Although it was large, it was far too crowded. On the way there, we couldn’t even find two seats, but only one, which…”

1,753 reviews9 hours (approx.)From $48.37by Half Price Tours

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Rhodes: Morning Cruise to Symi Island & St. George Bay

Rhodes: Morning Cruise to Symi Island & St. George Bay - Morning pickup to Mandraki Harbour: the part that can make or break your day

Kos Town: Kalymnos & Pserimos Day Cruise & Optional Transfer

Kos Town: Kalymnos & Pserimos Day Cruise & Optional Transfer - Getting There Smoothly: Pickup Options and the Kos Port Meeting Point

Boat Trip to Symi Island by Fast Boat

Boat Trip to Symi Island by Fast Boat - Getting There: Where you meet and how tickets work

8.Boat Trip to Symi Island by Fast Boat

★ 5.0

Fast-boat day trip from Rhodes to Symi with optional hotel pickup, about four hours ashore, and a smooth return by mid-morning timing.

“Booked "fast boat speedboat" leaving at 10 00 a m taking one hour. What we got was two tickets for scheduled ferry, leaving at 10 30 a m taking one hour twenty. Thank you George but I do know the difference between a speedboat and a ferry”

975 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $48.37by Half Price Tours

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Fast Boat To Symi with a swimming stop at St George’s Bay! (Only 1hr journey)

Fast Boat To Symi with a swimming stop at St George's Bay! (Only 1hr journey) - Meeting at Rhodes Sea Lines: Beat the Stress Before You Beat the Waves

Rhodes: Cruise to Symi & St George’s Bay with Hotel Transfer

Rhodes: Cruise to Symi & St George's Bay with Hotel Transfer - Symi Island: 3 hours to see the harbor, hunt photos, and eat well

10.Rhodes: Cruise to Symi & St George’s Bay with Hotel Transfer

★ 4.9

Fast cruise from Rhodes to Symi plus a St George’s Bay swim, with hotel transfer and 3 hours ashore for lunch and photos.

“Symi is lovely. This was a quick way to get there, and the swim stop was great! The boat is very fast, so prepare to get splashed if it’s at all windy. We sat on the bench seats towards the back of the lower deck, which weren’t in demand at all on the way there,…”

733 reviews6 hoursFrom $69by Nautiki Etairia Notias Rodou

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Faliraki: Direct Cruise to Symi & Saint George’s Bay

Faliraki: Direct Cruise to Symi & Saint George's Bay - Getting on the boat: Faliraki Sea Lines desk, mini-bus, and parking at Amada Colossos

11.Faliraki: Direct Cruise to Symi & Saint George’s Bay

★ 4.6

Direct high-speed boat from Faliraki to Symi plus a St. George’s Bay swim stop, with 3 hours in Symi Town.

“I highly recommend this excursion. The boat ride to the island is pleasant, and the fresh sea air is invigorating.The island itself is beautiful, with charming buildings and a traditional village. The highlight of the trip is the stop at St. George's Bay, which offers breathtaking views.”

455 reviews8 hoursFrom $81by Rhodes Sea Lines

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Rhodes Town: Boat Trip to Symi Island and St Marina Bay

Rhodes Town: Boat Trip to Symi Island and St Marina Bay - St Marina Bay swim and snorkel: short stop, big payoff

12.Rhodes Town: Boat Trip to Symi Island and St Marina Bay

★ 4.4

Rhodes to Symi plus a swim and snorkel stop at St Marina Bay on a day cruise from Rhodes Harbour.

“Boat departed on time, both times, and in fact was a little early in leaving for Symi island (lucky we got there 20mins early!). The vessel was handled well and was clean throughout, including the toilets which I was impressed by! The staff/crew were helpful and polite and the instructions given to passengers were clear…”

387 reviews8 hoursFrom $47by Rizos Cruises

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Rhodes: Symi Yacht Tour with Unlimited Drinks and Transfer

Rhodes: Symi Yacht Tour with Unlimited Drinks and Transfer - The Cruise to Symi Yalos: Expect a Speedy Ride and a Choppy First Stretch

From Lindos: Rhodes Old Town and Speedboat Trip to Symi

From Lindos: Rhodes Old Town and Speedboat Trip to Symi - Morning in Rhodes Old Town: UNESCO wandering time

14.From Lindos: Rhodes Old Town and Speedboat Trip to Symi

★ 4.4

Hotel pickup from Lindos plus Rhodes Old Town and Symi by speedboat. UNESCO sights, three hours in each, long but good value.

“We had a great day trip out to Rhodes and Symi Island yesterday, pick up was on time as stated, clear instructions were given regarding meeting points at each location. The boat trip over also departed on time each way. Symi is a beautiful island and very picturesque - would highly recommend!”

336 reviews12 hoursFrom $55by SEBECO LINES MARITIME COMPANY

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Rhodes: Speedboat trip to Symi Town and Panormitis Monastery

Rhodes: Speedboat trip to Symi Town and Panormitis Monastery - Symi Town Free Time: How to Spend 2.5 Hours (So It Doesn’t Disappear)

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