Dodecanese Island Hopping in Greece

Overview

Island Hopping in Greece

Every traveler has heard of island hopping in Greece. We explore the Dodecanese Island by hopping from one to another using the local ferry. Every short ride brings us to another charming island in the Dodecanese group of islands, where we enjoy the warm breeze, good food, ouzo, music, friendly people, vast history, spectacular views, ruins, hiking, kayaking and more.

* ​This tour can be extended to Turkish ports to visit Ephesus, Bodrum / Halicarnassus, and The Lycian Coast by 1-hour ferry rides.

Trip Information

Trip Highlights

  • Phytagoras, Samos
  • St John the Theologian, Patmos
  • Gastronomi tour, Kalymnos
  • Asclepion, Kos, Medieval Rhodes, Greece
  • Ouzo & Rakı, Hiking the ancient trails
  • Sea-kayaking, diving, UN Heritage sites
  • Excellent guides

Trip Cost

The cost of the trip starts from 2200 USD/person for a group of 10.

Group Size

Maximum 10 people

Trip Duration

5 nights / 6 days

Difficulty Level

1 〈2〉 3 4 5

Trip begins / ends

Samos, Greece / Rhodes, Greece

What’s Included?

  • Charming boutique hotels.
  • All breakfasts and 3 dinners with a great representation of Greek Cuisine.
  • All ferry, van transportation.
  • Expert Greek guides locally.
  • Certified Hike’n Sail guide throughout the islands.
  • Parking fees, guide’s expenses, etc.
  • Entrance fees to museums and archeological sites.
  • Carbon offset.

Best time to go

Weather would be best April through November for this trip. However, due to the ferry and air schedules, minor adjustments may be needed during the beginning and the ending of the season.

Who would love this trip?

Families, history buffs, foodies, people who like diversity would love this trip. Each island has it’s own character, with good facilities and welcoming people.

Location

Greece

Accommodation

%90 of Hike’n Sail Türkiye hotels are GSTC certifiedDemand sustainable properties for a sustainable future.

Doryssa Village

Inspired by the traditional architecture of the island, our picturesque village will take you to a past full of colors, tastes, and aromas. Stroll on the cobblestone pathways, enjoy a greek coffee at the ”kafeneio” – the local coffee shop- visit the folklore museum, the church Agia Marina with its beautiful Byzantine icon paintings of saints and enjoy ( by becoming part of the Greek evening) local traditional community.

Patmos Aktis

Dazed by the heat, you get up from the sunbed and stand up. Your feet are heavy, due to the winter’s exhausting lifestyle. You walk two steps into the thick sand and your feet are eager to enter the blue sea. Overlooking Tragonisi, you take a long scuba dive to cool yourself. Once you come back to the surface, life has a different, optimistic perspective.

Elena Village

Elena Village is a remote paradise with an amazing view. Elena Village is created for those who enjoy a quiet getaway, with room to explore a beautiful this Greek island. Enjoy the amazing weather, the nearby restaurants, and the natural beaches. It is hot in Greece and especially during the summer. Therefore we have equipped all rooms with solid air-conditioning.

Kos Antis

Operating all year round, built in a superb location in the center of the city, right on the seafront and with all its rooms facing the magnificent view of the sea, «Kos Aktis» is a unique destination for every traveler, for all those who wish to experience authentic, ancient Greek hospitality, at least for once.

Kokkini Porta Rossa

A knight’s residence, with a small church dedicated to Saint John, the Gate’s armory, and the garrison’s food cellar once stood where the hotel currently stands. It was the residence of the knight in charge of the Gate’s garrison.

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