22 days in Dodecanese Itinerary

A conglomeration of many distinct architectural styles, Rhodes Town is the biggest urban center of the eponymous Greek island known for its golden beaches and relaxed way of life.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Kahal Kadosh Shalom Synagogue and Ancient Kamiros. Explore Rhodes Town's surroundings by going to Kolimbia (Artistic Village Contemporary Art - Art gallery & Museum of Ceramic Art & Monastery Tsambika), Valley of the Butterflies (in Petaloudes) and Lindos (Agios Pavlos Beach, Lindos Beach, &more). On the 24th (Sat), enjoy a perfect day by the water at Faliraki Beach. There's lots more to do: step into the grandiose world of Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes, take in the awesome beauty at Profitis Ilias, take a memorable tour with Rock My Boat, and kick back and relax at Anthony Quinn Bay.

To see ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Rhodes Town day trip planner.

Athens to Rhodes Town is an approximately 2.5-hour flight. You can also ride a ferry; or do a combination of car and ferry. In September, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) to allow time to ride a ferry to Symi.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Nanou Beach and Paralia Agiou Nikolaou.

For photos, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Symi trip itinerary maker.

You can ride a ferry from Rhodes Town to Symi in 2 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 22°C. On the 7th (Fri), you're off to Lipsi.

Lipsi is known for beaches, historic sites, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: kick back and relax at Platis Gialos Beach.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Lipsi travel itinerary planner.

You can travel from Symi to Lipsi in 8 hours. In October, daytime highs in Lipsi are 28°C, while nighttime lows are 20°C. On the 11th (Tue), you'll travel to Patmos.

Attracting religious pilgrims and wealthy jet set alike, Patmos is an island of contrasts.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Chora Patmos and Chapel of Profitis Ilias. There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Monastery of Saint John the Theologian, don't miss a visit to Walking in Patmos, view the masterpieces at Tourlou, and stop by Yannis Calogeropoulos.

To find more things to do, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read our Patmos holiday planner.

You can travel from Lipsi to Patmos in 2 hours. October in Patmos sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C at night. On the 15th (Sat), you're off to home.