6 Food Tours in Rhodes Weighed Up Side by Side

1.Sunset Cruise with Unlimited Aperol, Beer, and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 323 reviews · 3 hours · from $53Our pick

Sail from Mandraki Harbour to Kallithea Springs for a swim, then watch the sun sink over western Rhodes with unlimited Aperol Spritz, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Paulos keeps the mood lively, while bartender Katya is known for fast, friendly service. The three-hour cruise returns after sunset.

“We booked the sunset boat trip with a stop to kalithea Springs, aperol, wine & beer was included, had a really lovely evening! The hosts were welcoming and always had an eye for our wishes, the seats were comfy. I would book it for sure once again!”

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2.Gulet Trip with Food, Drinks, SUP, Kayak & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 208 reviews · from $78

Spend six hours aboard El Greco, a traditional wooden gulet sailing from Mandraki Port along Rhodes’ eastern coast. You’ll swim at Anthony Quinn Bay, use kayaks, SUP boards, and snorkeling gear at Fun Island in Ladiko Bay, and stop at Kallithea Springs. Nikos and Stephanos are among the friendly crew members noted for helpful service. Lunch, wine, soft drinks, and fruit are included.

“Great trip! Lovely lunch and some amazing stops with great swimming and activities. Lovely staff, Nikos and Stephanos were exceptional. (they also gave us great advice on where to go in Rhodes for nice cocktails)”

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3.Private Wine Tasting Experience for Beginners

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 199 reviews · from $39Best value

At 10GR Hotel & Wine Bar in Rhodes, a professional sommelier such as Alexandra or Kosmas guides you through Greek wine, tasting technique, and local wine history. You sample white, red, and rosé wines with Greek cheese, meats, and other small bites. It is private, wheelchair accessible, and designed for beginners aged 18 and over.

“The experience was amazing and the Sommelier cosmas was such a kind soul and very patient with us, he explained everything in detail, he was very informative and we genuinely appreciated him as a person. The wine to charcuterie pairings were sensational and we would 100% do it again”

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

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

Spend about three hours aboard a Rhodes Sea Lines boat, sailing from central Rhodes to Kallithea Springs for a one-hour swim and Greek BBQ. Aperol Spritz, beer, and wine are included, with soft beanbag seating, music, snorkeling gear, and sunset views on the return to Rhodes harbor. Panos and crew help keep the mood lively.

“Lovely cruise, bit cool as October so didn’t swim. Lovely staff, bbq was nice. Nice to see sunset and to sail back into the harbour.”

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5.Cooking Lesson and Wine Tasting with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 56 reviews · from $107

Spend four hours in Apollona learning to prepare tzatziki, eggplant salad, dolmadakia, and Greek cheese pies with a local cook. Taste Rhodes wines, visit the Apolloniatisses women’s cooperative, stroll the village, and finish with lunch and Greek coffee at a traditional kafeneion. Hotel pickup is optional.

“Amaizng trip! Everything was so intresting and well organized. Best day on Rodos!”

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6.Sailing tour around Lindos with food and drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 54 reviews · 3 - 8 hours · from $76

Join Georgios from Gin Tonic Lindos Sailing for a small-group cruise along Rhodes’ coast. Swim and snorkel at Red Sand, Agathi, Lindos Bay, and sea caves, then help raise the sails or steer the yacht. Greek lunch, fruit, water, snorkeling gear, and selected drinks are included.

“Perfect relaxed trip to differnt places ...super skipper...super catering with fresh fruit, beverage and a nice creek lunch. We loved all and had a great sailing trip with Georgious, thank you so much :-)”

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