Discover the magic of Symi, one of the most culturally rich gems in the Dodecanese Islands. Each island offers a unique experience, but Symi stands out with its vibrant charm. Enjoy round-trip bus and boat transfers, with free time on the island to do as you wish.

You'll sail into Symi town, where you'll have free time to explore the island at your own pace. The sight of the colourful houses as you enter the harbour is awe-inspiring, with tiers of pastel-coloured homes cascading down the hillsides. Wander through the charming streets, shop for unique local products like sponges and soaps, or simply relax on the sandy beaches.

Visit sights such as Panormitis Monastery and a traditional sponge maker to get a true taste of local culture. Your visit also supports the local community and traditional industries, making your trip both enjoyable and meaningful.

We were not informed by the rep when we booked that the trip included an hour stop off for swimming we therefore had no costumes or towels so had to sit on the boat with little shade in the extreme temperatures whilst everyone else enjoyed their swims. When we arrived back into Rhodes town our bus had technical problems so we then had to wait for another bus, we’d been sat on the bus for half an hour before even being informed of this.

There was no mention on trip booked s out stopping off for a swim. A lot of people on the boat were not expecting a stop off and hadn’t brought swimming gear. The description should be a little more detailed.

Loved the minibus, pick up was on time driver very friendly. The rep was lovely & very attentive & helpful when we arrived in Rhodes, boat transfer was smooth sailing with lovely views of Turkey. Symi is a very beautiful island and has plenty of shops & restaurants for such a small area. The swim on the way back was very much needed as we were so hot it was very refreshing jumping into the sea. I would definitely recommend this trip a long & tiring day but worth it.

Magnifique à voir départ de l’hôtel trop tôt en sachant qu’on a attendu environ 1h sur le bateau avant de partir trajet bateau trop long

Tolle und nette Dame als Tourguide👍👍👍👍

Man sollt noch auf die Dauer der Überfahrt hinweisen, nicht nur die Aufenthalte nennen. Es wird auf der Fähre sehr voll. Auf der Hinfahrt mussten wir stehen, bzw. auf dem Boden sitzen, weil keine freien Plätze mehr da waren und wir als letztes an Board gegangen sind, da es durch den Bus nicht schneller ging. Es ist zu empfehlen rechtzeitig wieder and Board zu gehen, um einen Sitzplatz zu bekommen. Guide war sehr freundlich und kompetent, auch wenn wir die nichtgeführte Tour genommen hatten.

Why you’ll love this…

Spend a day on Symi Island with stress-free bus and boat transfers
Capture the charm of colourful houses and see Panormitis Monastery
Shop for local products or unwind on Symi's sandy beaches Shop for local products or unwind on Symi's sandy beaches

Important to know

There will be an escort on the bus transfer in Rhodes but no official guide
Escort speaks English only
Bring a hat
Bring money for extras or gratuities
Bring bathing gear and sunblock

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transport
Boat transfer
Escort

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA

What people say about this experience

4/5

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Based on 118 reviews

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4.1/5

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4.1/5

Safety

4.1/5

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4.1/5

All ratings (118)

5 stars (49)

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4 stars (38)

32%

3 stars (22)

19%

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Rebecca
Traveled with family
June 29, 2026
3
United Kingdom
We were not informed by the rep when we booked that the trip included an hour stop off for swimming we therefore had no costumes or towels so had to sit on the boat with little shade in the extreme temperatures whilst everyone else enjoyed their swims. When we arrived back into Rhodes town our bus had technical problems so we then had to wait for another bus, we’d been sat on the bus for half an hour before even being informed of this.
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Anonymous
Traveled with family
June 22, 2026
3
United Kingdom
There was no mention on trip booked s out stopping off for a swim. A lot of people on the boat were not expecting a stop off and hadn’t brought swimming gear. The description should be a little more detailed.
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Amanda
Traveled as a couple
June 8, 2026
5
United Kingdom
Loved the minibus, pick up was on time driver very friendly. The rep was lovely & very attentive & helpful when we arrived in Rhodes, boat transfer was smooth sailing with lovely views of Turkey. Symi is a very beautiful island and has plenty of shops & restaurants for such a small area. The swim on the way back was very much needed as we were so hot it was very refreshing jumping into the sea. I would definitely recommend this trip a long & tiring day but worth it.
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Fresyl
Traveled as a couple
July 5, 2026
3.8
France
Magnifique à voir départ de l’hôtel trop tôt en sachant qu’on a attendu environ 1h sur le bateau avant de partir trajet bateau trop long
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Nanos
Traveled as a couple
June 22, 2026
5
Germany
Tolle und nette Dame als Tourguide👍👍👍👍
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F. Franke
Traveled as a couple
June 15, 2026
4.2
Germany
Man sollt noch auf die Dauer der Überfahrt hinweisen, nicht nur die Aufenthalte nennen. Es wird auf der Fähre sehr voll. Auf der Hinfahrt mussten wir stehen, bzw. auf dem Boden sitzen, weil keine freien Plätze mehr da waren und wir als letztes an Board gegangen sind, da es durch den Bus nicht schneller ging. Es ist zu empfehlen rechtzeitig wieder and Board zu gehen, um einen Sitzplatz zu bekommen. Guide war sehr freundlich und kompetent, auch wenn wir die nichtgeführte Tour genommen hatten.