Chasing the Greek Sun
RHODES, SYMI, CHALKI & DAY TRIP TO TURKEY
Nine days of Greek island life, turquoise water, incredible food, history, and just the right amount of adventure. We’ll make Rhodes our home base, slip away for an overnight on colorful Symi, cross the Aegean for a taste of Turkey, discover tiny Chalki, cook together, bike at sunset, swim beneath dramatic cliffs, and still leave space for slow mornings and time to simply enjoy being in Greece.
This trip is designed to feel immersive rather than rushed — a beautiful mix of shared experiences, local culture, sunshine, good food, and time to wander on your own.
GREECE TRIP DATES
September 30-October 8, 2027
ITINERARY
Day 1 - September 30
ARRIVAL TO RHODES
Welcome to Greece! Upon arrival in Rhodes, take some time to settle in after your journey at our boutique hotel in Rhodes. Enjoy your first glimpse of the Aegean, relax by the pool, or simply unwind before we gather for our first evening together.
Tonight we’ll kick off the trip with welcome cocktails, meet our wonderful local guide Sapfo, and gather for introductions and our opening circle. Then we’ll watch the sun sink toward the sea before sitting down for our first beautiful Greek dinner featuring fresh local specialties.
Overnight in Rhodes
Meals Included: Dinner
Day 2 - October 1
DISCOVER MEDIEVAL RHODES
Today we’ll step back through centuries of history as Sapfo introduces us to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town of Rhodes.
We’ll wander cobblestone lanes while hearing stories of the Knights of St. John, the cultures that shaped the island, and the traditions that continue here today.
Together we’ll discover the Palace of the Grand Master, the famous Street of the Knights, hidden courtyards, local cafés, artisan boutiques, and some of Sapfo’s favorite corners of the Old Town.
After our tour, enjoy a leisurely lunch and free time to shop, explore, head toward the sea, or simply settle into the rhythm of Rhodes.
Tonight we’ll meet again for dinner at one of Sapfo’s favorite family-owned tavernas.
Overnight in Rhodes
Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 3 - October 2
A TASTE OF TURKEY
Today we’re adding another country to our adventure!
We’ll board a fast ferry and cross the Aegean to Marmaris, Turkey, where bustling markets, colorful bazaars, fragrant spice shops, and a beautiful waterfront give us an entirely different taste of the region.
We’ll wander the Grand Bazaar, sip traditional Turkish tea or coffee, browse leather goods, ceramics, jewelry, spices, and locally made treasures, and sit down together for lunch at a Turkish restaurant.
Before heading back to Rhodes, we’ll stroll along the marina and soak up a little more of Turkey.
The evening is yours to choose your own dinner and enjoy Rhodes at your own pace.
Overnight in Rhodes
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 4 - October 3
ME DAY + COOK LIKE A GREEK
Today is intentionally unhurried. Sleep in. Find a beach club. Book a massage. Wander Old Town. Sip coffee overlooking the sea. Spend a few hours at the beach. Or simply do absolutely nothing.
If you’re craving a little adventure, this is also a wonderful opportunity to explore more of Rhodes on your own — perhaps a coastal hike, sea kayaking adventure, e-bike ride, spa treatment, or a little shopping.
Later in the day, we’ll come back together for a hands-on Greek cooking experience.
We’ll roll up our sleeves, learn some of the secrets behind traditional Greek cuisine, prepare a meal using local ingredients, and then sit down together to enjoy everything we’ve created.
A slow day followed by good food, plenty of laughter, and true Greek hospitality.
Overnight in Rhodes
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner (Cooking Class)
Day 5 - October 4
ISLAND ESCAPE TO SYMI
Pack a small overnight bag — we’re going on an island
sleepover!
After a relaxed morning in Rhodes, we’ll board a fast boat and cruise across the sparkling Aegean toward Symi, one of Greece’s most picturesque islands.
Arriving into Symi’s harbor is an experience in itself. Colorful neoclassical homes climb the hillsides above fishing boats and waterfront cafés, creating a scene that feels almost too perfect to be real.
After settling into our hotel, we’ll enjoy lunch together before exploring the island with Sapfo.
We’ll wander the colorful harbor, learn about Symi’s fascinating sponge-diving history, explore charming alleyways and hidden staircases, browse artisan shops, and discover some of Sapfo’s favorite corners of the island.
Once the day-trippers leave, Symi becomes wonderfully quiet. The evening is yours to wander, shop, enjoy a waterfront cocktail, find your own dinner, and experience the island at its most peaceful.
Overnight in Symi
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 6 - October 5
SLOW SYMI & ST. GEORGE'S BAY
Wake up on Symi with nowhere to rush off to.
Enjoy breakfast and a slow morning to wander the harbor, revisit a favorite shop, grab a coffee, or simply sit beside the water and watch island life unfold.
We’ll gather again for lunch before beginning one of the most beautiful journeys of the trip.
Rather than heading directly back to Rhodes, we’ll travel by private boat and stop along the way to swim in some of the Aegean’s spectacular turquoise coves — including breathtaking St. George’s Bay, where towering cliffs rise dramatically above impossibly clear water.
Swim, float, soak up the sunshine, and savor one last taste of Symi before cruising back to Rhodes.
Later, we’ll head out again for a sunset bike ride through Rhodes, watching the island glow in the evening light.
Afterward, the night is yours to find dinner at a spot that catches your eye.
Overnight in Rhodes
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 7 - October 6
DISCOVER CHALKI
Today we’re heading somewhere small, peaceful, and wonderfully off the beaten path.
We’ll travel across Rhodes to the port and take a short ferry to Chalki, a tiny island known for its colorful harbor homes, crystal-clear water, welcoming cafés, and wonderfully slow pace.
There’s no packed sightseeing list today — and that’s exactly the point.
We’ll wander the harbor, browse local boutiques, swim in beautiful water, enjoy lunch together, and have plenty of time to simply experience island life.
After returning to Rhodes, the rest of the evening is free for you to relax or choose your own dinner.
Overnight in Rhodes
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 8- October 7
LINDOS & OUR FINAL NIGHT
For our final full day together, we’ll visit one of the most beautiful villages in Greece: Lindos.
On our way, we’ll stop for an olive oil tasting and learn a little more about one of the ingredients at the heart of Greek cooking and culture.
Then we’ll continue to Lindos, where whitewashed homes, colorful bougainvillea, winding cobblestone lanes, rooftop cafés, and the ancient Acropolis rise above the brilliant blue Aegean.
With Sapfo, we’ll explore the village, hear its stories, browse artisan shops, and have the option to make our way up to the Acropolis for incredible views over the coastline.
There will be time for lunch on your own, coffee on a rooftop, shopping, and one last afternoon of simply enjoying Greece.
Tonight, we’ll gather for one final dinner together to toast the adventures we’ve shared, the friendships formed along the way, and an unforgettable week in the Greek islands.
Overnight in Rhodes
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 9- October 8
FAREWELL GREECE!
One last morning in Rhodes.
Enjoy breakfast, take in the view one more time, and say your goodbyes before private transfers take us to Rhodes Airport for our journeys home.
You’ll leave with salty hair, a camera roll full of turquoise water, and plenty of stories from nine unforgettable days together.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Please note, the itinerary is subject to change.
WHERE YOU'LL BE STAYING
Rhodes Accommodations
Our home base in Rhodes is a stylish 4-star boutique hotel tucked into a lush garden setting in Rhodes Town. We’ll be close enough to walk to the sea and explore, while still having a peaceful place to come home to. There’s a beautiful outdoor pool, sunny terrace, bar, and inviting spaces to relax between adventures. Each morning begins with breakfast before we head out for the day.
Symi Accommodations
For our island sleepover, we’ll stay at a charming 4-star boutique property surrounded by gardens and just a short walk from Symi’s colorful harbor. The hotel has a beautiful pool and sun terrace, giving us the perfect place to slow down and soak up island life. In the morning, we’ll enjoy a generous breakfast featuring local specialties, fresh pastries, fruit, cheeses, and more before another beautiful day on the Aegean.
Accommodations are subject to change due to availability or circumstances beyond our control. Any changes will always reflect a similar or elevated experience.
Questions before you commit?
Schedule a chat with Lea about this trip!
Or send us an email: letsgo@sunnyandturquoisetravel.com
YOUR HOST & GUIDE
Lea, owner of Sunny & Turquoise, is a business innovator, travel coach, adventure enthusiast, gourmet cook, loving wife, devoted mom and "Lulu" to her one precious grandson. More about Lea here.
Sapfo is a licensed Greek tourist guide based in Athens with a passion for bringing Greece’s history, culture, and hidden gems to life. Before becoming a guide, she spent years working in journalism across newspapers, television, and digital media.
Her love of exploring, discovering, and sharing stories eventually led her to guiding, where she gets to combine her curiosity with her love for connecting with people. Sapfo brings a fun, engaging, and personal approach to experiencing Greece, sharing not only its history but also the places, traditions, and local stories that make it so special.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
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Sunny & Turquoise Welcome gift
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9 nights of accommodations
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8 nights in Rhodes (we will keep our accommodations in Rhodes in order to travel light for our one overnight in Symi and return to same accommodations in Rhodes after)
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1 night on Symi
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Daily breakfast
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4 group lunches
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4 group dinners, including our welcome and farewell dinners
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Welcome toast
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Group transportation throughout Rhodes for included activities
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Sunny & Turquoise Travel hosts throughout the trip
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Local guiding and experiences with Sapfo
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Guided exploration of Rhodes Old Town
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Visit to the Palace of the Grand Master and Street of the Knights
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Round-trip fast ferry between Rhodes and Marmaris, Turkey
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Day exploring Marmaris and the Grand Bazaar
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THE BEST Greek cooking class and dinner
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Fast boat from Rhodes to Symi
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Overnight experience on Symi
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Guided exploration of Symi with Sapfo
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Private boat from Symi to Rhodes
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Swimming stop at spectacular St. George’s Bay
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Sunset bike tour in Rhodes
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Round-trip ferry to Chalki
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Day exploring and swimming on Chalki
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Olive oil tasting
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Guided exploration of Lindos with Sapfo
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Morning Meditations and Light Stretching with Lea
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1 glass of Wine or Beer provided with all group dinners
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All planned group experiences listed in the itinerary
TRIP INVESTMENT
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€4777 Per traveler | shared room
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€5222 Per traveler | private room
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If you are traveling solo and select the shared room option you will be paired with a roommate for this trip.
Payment Schedule
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€750 Deposit due at booking
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50% Of Remainder Due 6 Months prior to departure date
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Remainder/Final Payment due 75 Days prior to departure date
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Please "REGISTER NOW" for this trip as a request for your desired rooming options. After review by S&T of current availability, we will confirm your registration and you will be sent your invoice for deposit and payment schedule.
Why is this trip priced in Euros?
With the ever-changing foreign exchange rate, it’s easier for us to price our trips in Euros as this is how we pay our vendors.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Everything has been thoughtfully arranged for a seamless, elevated experience. The following items remain at your personal discretion:
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Flights to and from Rhodes, Greece
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Airport transfers to and from the accommodations (we will provide information for travelers to get an easy transfer.)
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A few meals during free time
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Any fees for optional excursions during free time
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Personal spending money for shopping, souvenirs, and other discretionary expenses
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Optional activities during your free time
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Host and guide gratuities, optional
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Passport or entry-related expenses
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Any expenses resulting from flight delays, cancellations, or other circumstances outside of the planned itinerary, for this reason insurance is highly recommended!
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Travel insurance (highly recommended). We recommend checking out Faye for comprehensive and affordable coverage.
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Alcoholic beverages beyond the one glass of wine or beer included with dinners
TRAVEL INFORMATION
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Please plan to arrive in Rhodes by early afternoon on September 30, 2027.
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For your departure, please schedule your departing flights for 12pm or later on October 8, 2027.
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Please do not book flights until you receive email confirmation from Sunny & Turquoise to do so.
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If you would like to extend your trip in Greece, Sunny & Turquoise can provide travel planning services, just inquire!