Rhodes Wine Tours Worldwide: the 8 We Rate

1.Rhodes: Sunset Cruise with Live Music, Wine & Greek Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 236 reviews · 3 hours · from $53Our pick

Join Romantika Dreams at Mandraki Port for a three-hour evening cruise along Rhodes’ east coast. Swim and snorkel near Kallithea Springs, enjoy a Greek buffet with local white and rosé wine, then watch the sunset at sea with live music. The boat returns around 9pm. Bring swimwear, sunscreen, a towel, and a jacket.

“Staff were all so friendly and helpful, lovely boat, drinks were good and atmosphere also amazing. Food was also lovely and fresh, would definitely recommend.”

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2.Rhodes Bay to Bay Swim Cruise-Greek Buffet w/wine included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 162 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $71Top rated

Set out from Mandraki Port at 10:15 for a six-hour Rhodes swim cruise with three sea stops, complimentary snorkeling gear, a Greek buffet, white and rosé wine, lemonade, and water. You’ll pass the Medieval City walls, the site of the Colossus, Faliraki, and Ladiko Bay. The crew includes Chris, Stefanos, and Paris.

“Wonderful boat trip with service-minded deckhands. Nice bays and bathing beaches were visited where the buffet was ok after a long day on the lake.”

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3.Sunset Cruise with Greek BBQ & Unlimited Aperol Spritz, Beer Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 159 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $48

Set sail from central Rhodes with hosts including Panos and Katia, cruise past the Old Town walls, stop at Kallithea Springs for swimming and a freshly prepared Greek barbecue, then return beneath the sunset with unlimited Aperol Spritz, beer, and wine. The boat holds up to 80 people and returns to the starting point.

“Great few hours spent on the boat. The staff were so friendly, the drinks flowed and the BBQ was tasty and a good amount. We swam off the back of the boat, it was cold but when in Rhodes..... sunset was beautiful, really good value for money too. Loved the whole thing and would highly recommend.”

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4.Butterfly Valley & Wine, Olive Oil, Honey Tasting Tour (Small Group)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 114 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $79

Spend about five hours exploring Butterfly Valley and tasting Rhodes specialties. George, Vangelis, or another Half Price Tours guide leads a group of up to 15 through local wine, ancient-tree olive oil, and thyme, pine, and orange blossom honey. Butterfly Valley admission costs extra, while the Bee Museum entrance and wine tasting are included.

“Great tour and pleasant and knowledgeable tour guide person. George was awesome! The wine tasting wise terrific along with the honey tasting.”

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5.Private Wine Tasting Under the Guidance of a Sommelier in Rhodes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $42Best value

At 10GR Boutique Hotel & Wine Bar in Rhodes Old Town, a certified sommelier guides your private group through Greek wines. Choose a beginner, Wine Lovers, or Expert session. Kosmas, Alexandra, and Ali have led tastings covering grape varieties, production, tasting technique, and food pairing. Wine is included, and sessions last about 50 minutes.

“Fun and informative afternoon wine tasting in Rhodes Old Town. Lovely way to spend the afternoon learning about Greek wines with a selection of cheese and meats for pairing. My daughter and I did tasting for beginners and left feeling inspired and much more knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this unique experience.”

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6.Rhodes: 1952 Farmhouse Cooking & Lunch with Unlimited Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 99 reviews · 4 hours · from $100

Meet Michael near Archangelos, then head to a traditional farmhouse among olive trees. With Maria and the family, you will pick garden produce, prepare dishes such as dolmades, tzatziki, salad, and slow-cooked stew, then share a generous lunch with unlimited alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks. Expect warm hospitality and a cultural meal, but only moderate hands-on cooking.

“This activity definitely exceeded my expectations. It was really a wonderful experience - great food, great host and great cook. The food was absolutely delicious and we learned a lot about the dishes that were made as well about the farm. Michael, the host, was engaging and informative. It was one of the highlights of my trip to Greece. I highly recommend it!”

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7.Rhodes: Cooking Lesson and Wine Tasting with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 93 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $112

Travel to Apollona for a village walk, a women’s agricultural cooperative, Rhodian wine tasting, and a cooking lesson with a local cook. Make tzatziki, eggplant salad, dolmadakia, and cheese pies, then eat your meal with extra Greek dishes and finish with coffee at a traditional kafeneion. Guides such as Panos and Addy bring local stories to life.

“Brilliant day out well worth doing. Really get to experience the traditional culture of the island. Was the best activity we did on our trip this summer.”

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8.Faliraki: Evening RIB Cruise with Champagne and Sunset Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 43 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $70

Board a fast RIB beside Stama restaurant in Faliraki and cross from Rhodes’ east coast toward the west as the sun drops. Your English-speaking skipper points out secluded bays, Rhodes Town, Saint Nicholas fortress, and the old Colossus harbor site. With space for up to 10, champagne, fruit, and photo stops, this is an intimate evening on the water.

“Our skipper was fantastic! very skilled and knew the best places to stop for some amazing views. Would highly recommend”

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