Bike and Boat: Cycling Greece's Dodecanese Islands Plus! Samos

Begin your journey on the beautiful island of Kos. After a bike fitting and testing session, we'll board our private motorized sailing gulet, which will be our home for the next seven days. We'll enjoy a delightful dinner together on board. For those joining us on June 1, 2024, you'll spend your first night at a luxurious seafront hotel.

Today, we'll explore Nisyros, one of Greece's more active but lesser-known volcanoes. After a morning ride, we'll enjoy a refreshment in one of the most picturesque squares in the Dodecanese. We'll have an authentic lunch on the island's most famous balcony and end the day with a communal dinner in the village square of Mandraki.

Our journey continues to Halki, a small island known for its vibrant landscapes and colors. We'll ride through the port of Emporios, lined with beautifully restored 19th-century houses. The short ride will leave you with plenty of time to enjoy the afternoon in this charming town.

Today, we'll discover the magic of Symi, starting from the elegant harbor in Yialos. We'll pedal to Panormitis Bay, home to Symi's most visited attraction. We'll return in time to witness the afternoon light highlighting the beauty of Chora's pastel-colored neoclassical houses, a testament to the island's glorious past.

Today, we'll arrive at the port town of Lakki on Leros, where you'll feel like you've traveled back in time to 1930's Italy. After a week on board our yacht, we'll spend the night on land, with our hotel perfectly situated for exploring the town or hitting the beach.

We'll spend the day on the small island of Patmos, renowned for being where St. John's vision and writing of the Bible's Book of Revelations took place. Along with its spiritual significance, the island boasts unique beauty with its sheer cliffs, volcanic soil, and beautifully preserved villages, including the island's capital, Chora, a UNESCO World Heritage site. A day full of scenic cycling and memorable cultural visits awaits.

Our last ride might be the most impressive of the whole tour. We'll ride through lush forests and beautifully kept villages, with breathtaking panoramic views of the turquoise water below. Our destination is Karlovasi, a flourishing tannery and tobacco manufacturing center in the early 1900s. We'll explore the magnificent neoclassical mansions from that period and the remains of the large stone-built factories at the 'Ormos' seaside. We'll conclude the day with a special dinner, marking the end of our island-hopping adventure.

After breakfast, it's time to say goodbye. You can choose to explore more of the Dodecanese Islands, jump over to Turkey, or fly to Athens. Whatever you decide, you'll carry with you the unforgettable memories of this Greek island cycling adventure.