Rhodes:kamiros,kritinia,embona,mt Profitis Ilias & Kallithea Tour

Our journey starts with Ancient Kamiros which was a city of ancient Rhodes. It's site is on the northwest coast of the island, 3 kilometres west of the modern village of Kalavarda. The ancient city was built on three levels. At the top of the hill was the Acropolis, with the temple complex of Athena and the stoa. The main settlement was on the middle terrace, consisting of a grid of parallel streets and residential blocks. On the lower terrace are found a Doric temple, probably to Apollo, the Fountain House, with the Agora in front of it and Peribolos of the Altars, which contained dedications to various deities. During the prehistoric period the area was inhabited by Mycenaean Greeks. The city itself was founded by the Dorians. (The entrance fee is 6 euros)

The Castle of Kritinia is a Medieval Castle of 16th century, on a hill about 131 meters above the village of Kritinia. It offers a breathtaking view of Aegean sea, the island of Chalki & some other deserted island.

We are joining the winery - olive oil tasting and local products in a Cava in Embona’s village in one of the oldest Wineries in Rhodes island. The wines are produced by collecting grapes from the vineyards so you can choose from different kind of wines, all of them made in Embona. In addition, visitors can taste liqueurs, ouzo, souma with honey, masticha and pomegranate, combined with nuts and fresh fruits, at the bar for free. Olive oil is also produced and you can find honey from local producers and of course all kinds of cosmetics - herbs with olive oil too. Experience the best traditional food in a local tavern in Embona's village, during your free time. Your tour guide will provide a few recommendations. Don't miss checking Embona's souvenir shops for authentic handmade goods!

We will drive after to Profitis Ilias a 798 meters high mountain with very interesting attractions. Its a small summer resort (called Elafos and Elafina) created fresh and relaxing by the Italians in 1929, in the heart of a forest of Aleppo pines, cedars and cypress trees populated by deer, an ideal stop for photos or coffee break. On our way to Profitis Ilias we will pass also in front a building that was the Cottage of the Italian dictator Musollini used in the period of around World War II.

Continuing, we reach Fountouklis area where we will visit a Byzantine church of Saint Nikolaos. This church dates from the 14th to 15th century and is a central square building covered with a dome. What's important in this church is the triple composition of the frescoes in the apse.

Driving East, inside the countryside and villages of Rhodes island, we arrive in Kallithea Springs, a majestic place were known from the ancient times for the beneficial properties and of the waters gushing from the rocks around. Nowadays, completely restored and tastefully refurbished, the complex of Kallithea Springs welcomes hundred of visitors daily. It is worth seeing the facilities, swimming into the clear blue water of its coves, enjoy refreshments at the coffee shop in front of the sea or visit the Photo Gallery with older photos of the island! The incomparable monumental architecture and the magnificence of the place with its unique mosaics, the hall of the Rotunda where once thermal waters gushed, refer us, nostalgically, to another era. (The Entrance fee is 3,00 euros per person).