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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)

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

4.Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat

★ 4.5

Day trip by fast ferry to Symi and Panormitis Monastery with free time in town and a seasonal Saturday swim stop at Nymporio Bay.

“Really enjoyed our trip. From the greeter who gave us our instrucutions the boat which was clean and had both air con comfortable interior bar and scenic view exterior seats. Plently of romm. Left on time gave us plenty of time to explore. Very good value for money. Thank you :)”

1,784 reviews9 hoursFrom $53by Manos Ggoing

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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.

“Was a lovely boat trip. Stopped off at a swim area for an hour and then went on to the beautiful Symi island. The staff on the boat were very professional and friendly. Would recommend.”

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

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

★ 4.4

Cruise Rhodes to Symi with a private-feeling swim at St. George’s Bay, free hotel transfers, and 3 hours in Symi’s harbour for lunch.

“Pick up and drop off both excellent and efficient . Only minor improvement would be a fresh water shower after St George’s bay or that bit was after Symi rather than before”

1,671 reviews8 hoursFrom $64by Mediterranean Sea Cruises

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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.

“Transfer and ferry was all on time and perfect. It was well worth the travel time to see Symi, would recommend it to any tourists.”

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

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

★ 4.5

Fast boat from Rhodes to Symi with 3 hours on the island and a 30-minute swim stop at St George Bay for about $71.

“The trip on the fast boat was a lovely experience. The island was beautiful and the swimming in the sea on the way back was amazing. Would definitely recommend. My only regret was booking through Viator. You can book direct days before or on the day on the Quayside at a cost of €45 (c.£38)…”

741 reviews6 hours (approx.)From $71.35by Rhodes Sea Lines

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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.

“This cruise was one of the highlights of our trip to Rhodes! The hotel pickup was on time and stress free, and the boat was clean and spacious. Symi is absolutely beautiful, with plenty of time to wander the colorful streets and enjoy lunch by the harbor. Swimming in St. George’s Bay was unforgettable, the…”

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.

“We highly recommend booking this, the scenery on the trip is surreal. Symi and St George's Bay were outstanding. The whole experience was smooth and relaxed, the boat is smooth even on waves. We would like to thank the captain and the crew on our boat. Very patient and polite checking everyone is ok. We…”

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

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.

“Good day out. Apart from confusion over the pick up point due to the main road being closed. This was a good day out could have done with longer in Rhodes town because we only have just over two hours and not not 3.5 hrs stated and less time on the island of Symi.”

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)

15.Rhodes: Speedboat trip to Symi Town and Panormitis Monastery

★ 4.4

Speedboat day trip from Rhodes to Symi town and Panormitis Monastery, with ferry time, bus transfers, and free wandering for about 8.5 hours.

“Boat was quick and managed to get a seat. Not too crowded. Small bar on board. Enjoyed the trip to the monastery. A good amount of time here and in Symi. Loved Symi and its small town charm. Would consider staying here in the future for a couple of nights. Overall a great worthwhile trip.”

304 reviews8.5 hoursFrom $49by SEBECO LINES MARITIME COMPANY

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