Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet
Rhodes, Greece

Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet

Outty Ranking 91 4.8 · 1,271 traveler reviews6 hoursFrom $10290+ Club
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91/100

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4.8/5

Based on 1,271 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet worth booking?

Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet is a 6-hour experience in Rhodes, Greece, from $102 per person. It scores 91 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 1,271 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

Outty Ranking
91 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (1,271)
Duration
6 hours
From
$102 per person

This isn't just a boat trip; it's an experience. It's the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and authentic Greek hospitality. Discover why Rhodes Day Cruise has been delivering 10 years of excellence in travel and cruise services. Forget crowded tourist boats; we offer an intimate and exclusive day cruise aboard our beautiful traditional wooden caique, ensuring a truly memorable journey. Embark on a fully catered pleasure cruise along Rhodes’ East Coast, with three swim stops at the renowned Kalithea Springs Bay, Afandou Beach, and Anthony Quinn Bay. Imagine a day of unparalleled relaxation, exploration, and fun against the backdrop of Rhodes' magical coastline. Swim in crystal-clear turquoise waters, explore the seabed with provided snorkeling equipment and our new sea scooters, and enjoy the onboard music on our comfortable deck. Indulge in delicious Greek cuisine and Cocktail open bar, all while experiencing premium personalized service.

What you get

    About this experience

    This isn't just a boat trip; it's an experience. It's the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and authentic Greek hospitality. Discover why Rhodes Day Cruise has been delivering 10 years of excellence in travel and cruise services. Forget crowded tourist boats; we offer an intimate and exclusive day cruise aboard our beautiful traditional wooden caique, ensuring a truly memorable journey. Embark on a fully catered pleasure cruise along Rhodes’ East Coast, with three swim stops at the renowned Kalithea Springs Bay, Afandou Beach, and Anthony Quinn Bay. Imagine a day of unparalleled relaxation, exploration, and fun against the backdrop of Rhodes' magical coastline. Swim in crystal-clear turquoise waters, explore the seabed with provided snorkeling equipment and our new sea scooters, and enjoy the onboard music on our comfortable deck. Indulge in delicious Greek cuisine and Cocktail open bar, all while experiencing premium personalized service.

    What's included

    Included

    • Use of snorkeling equipment
    • Non alcoholic drinks, sodas, water
    • Aperitifs and Snacks
    • Cocktail open bar, wines, Beer & Signature Cocktails
    • Greek Gourmet Buffet freshly prepared by our chef
    • Restricted number of guests and allocated seating on comfortable bean bags and sun benches
    • Pool Noodles, floaters and life jackets
    • Vegan and Gluten-free choices

    Not included

    • Hotel transfer is optional and at extra cost

    What you'll see and do

    1. Medieval Walls of Rhodes

      As we leave the port we cruise past the 7th century Medieval old town of Rhodes and our guests have the chance to admire the fantastic sea view of the city walls and the old town. Great photo opportunity at a UNESCO World Heritage Site!

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    2. Colossus of Rhodes

      The Colossus of Rhodes is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. It was a huge statue depicting the sun god. We are passing by the spot where the monument was standing: the port's entrance!

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    3. Kallithea Springs

      Kallithea is famous for its natural springs and where we will stop for about an hour. Here, you will be invited to explore and take a refreshing morning swim. Healing, properties of the Springs have long been nown even in ancient times. Reddish water erupting from a rocky formation in the Gulf of Kallithea has attracted people for thousands of years. Italian architect Pietro, Lombardi was entrusted with designing the buildings. Armando Burnaby another eminent Italian architect, undertook the decorative work paying full respect to the natural environment. A year later, fellow Italian Alberto Mocci, a doctor organized, an International hydrological Conference here, which was attended by more than 200 scientists. Visitors, discovered, both physical and mental cleansing in the tranquility of this wonderful setting. Admission from the sea is free and you will certainly have enough time to visit before we set sail for our 2nd stop.

      60 minutes here

    4. Faliraki Beach

      On our way back we will pass by Faliraki Beach. Faliraki is a beautiful coastal town located with its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant nightlife, Faliraki is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Rhodes.

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    5. Afandou Beach

      AFANTOU is famous for it's huge beach with crystal clear waters, which is about 6 km long consisting of Pebbles and for its huge Golf Course. The Pebbles from here have been used in the construction of the sidewalks of the Old Town of Roads, the area around AFANTOU, has many monuments tombs and Temple foundations. The coastal settlement here was attacked and destroyed three times by pirates in 620, by the Persians in 653, by Arabs and in 807 by the Turks. After these attacks, the inhabitants left the coastal settlements that were visible to the attackers, and moved a little in land behind the Rocks, where the settlement is located today and which cannot be seen from the sea. The name, AFANTOU comes from the word, Afando, which in Greek means invisible. You will have over an hour to explore the area and the caves before we will be pleased to open the lunch, buffet back on board.

      60 minutes here

    6. Ladiko Beach

      A unique destination The word Oil in translation is the container you use to place or store Oil. The beautiful beach got this name because it was a commercial point for loading and unloading olive oil. For the commercial cargo ships of the time, this particular point was the commercial station for transactions with the oil producers of the region as they loaded their cargoes destined for Egypt and the Middle East. Local fishermen have found around the area of ​​Ladikos several clay containers that come from shipwrecks that traded in that area. It is located right behind Anthony Quinn surrounded by caves. The picturesque bay of Ladikos is now a busy beach that is part of several boat tours and also for several underwater activities that take place in the area.

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    7. Anthony Quinn Bay

      Next stop is Anthony Quinn Bay which is completely different than Afandou. It is a small Bay surrounded by high rocks with very deep water. In this Bay there are thousands of small fish and you are invited to use the complimentary snorkeling gear, which is at your disposal on the boat. You may also wish to throw bread at the fish that will congregate near by to eat. So far, no fish has ever eaten any of our guests. Not a single bite. The bay is named after the famous Mexican actor, who starred in the International Blockbuster film, Cannons of Navarone in the 1960s. When Quinn came to Rhodes to shoot the film, he was blown away by the beautiful Bay and asked the Greek state If he could buy it. An agreement was never carried through however and after years of controversy, the Court ruled that it was unenforceable. So Quinn, never got his Bay. Despite this, the locals name the beach Anthony Quinn in his honor. you ready for a day of adventure and beauty?

      60 minutes here

    8. Mandraki Harbour

      The cruise's starting and ending point is the beautiful Mandraki Harbour. This was the ancient ‘sheep pen’, the name in Greek being mandri, a name often used for small, encircling harbours. Mandraki was one of the five ports of ancient Rhodes. It was the naval port and was known as the ‘small harbour’ as opposed to the ‘great harbour’, the present Commercial Harbour. Legend claims that the harbour entrance was spanned by the legendary Colossus of Rhodes, but there is no proof of this. Today twin columns from the Venetian era, bear statues of Rhodian deer, a stag and doe, stand on either side of the harbour gap. On the opposite side, lies the 15th-century Fortress of Agios Nikolaos. Named after the island's patron saint, St Nicholas, this massive fortress rose from the humble origins of a small church, transformed into an imposing bastion by the Grand Master of the Knights of St. John. Sharing this scenic view are three marvellously preserved medieval windmills!

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    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Rhodes

    Rhodes town, Mandraki Port, Opposite of the Bank of Greece

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Rhodes town, Mandraki Port, Opposite of the Bank of Greece

    Options you can book

    • 1. Exclusive Day.

      22jun 23 aug

    • 1. Exclusive Day

      Duration: 6 hours Unlimited wine, beers, buffet "Romantika": "Romantika" the traditional wooden kaiki has a sunny deck with bean bags and super comfy sun benches on the flying deck.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Summer Sun Sailing IKE

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,270 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    9 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Traveler reviews

    1,270 verified traveler reviews for Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    1,139
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    Kana_A · October 2026

    Birthday trip

    So much fun, good drink options for the all inclusive bar and good food options for lunch for a veggie like myself! We had a perfect amount of time at each stop for swimming and relaxing, I didn’t feel seasick once and I usually do so that was a big bonus! Also plenty of seats! We loved it and I would come back

    via Viator

    Jimburbs · September 2026

    Great Experience

    We had a great trip with this provider. Unfortunately, we had to amend booking at very late notice, but Thanos was very quick to respond and switched us to the next day's cruise. He even emailed us revised tickets for that within seconds of replying to our request. As for the trip itself, there were three stop-off points where we had an hour at each to explore. Food was nice and plentiful, the drinks (alcohol and alcohol-free) were free-flowing and the staff were very attentive. I would highly recommend this trip.

    via Tripadvisor

    stephentT1358CN · September 2026

    Sun, Sea & One Seriously Vibey Captain

    What can I say absolutely brilliant! Sometimes you pay a fee and wonder can it live up to the price paid, and the is experience did and then some! 6 hours of sea, sun, and unlimited bar. What more could you want? Swim stops on stunning locations? It has it! Amazing and delicious buffet half way? Has that too!! And, special shout out to the captain! From the moment we set sail, to the moment we pulled into harbour, he was an absolute vibe dancing nonstop! Cannot recommend this cruise enough!

    via Tripadvisor

    L2879VIvanessal · September 2026

    Highly recommended!

    Very beautiful and unique experience! Crew was very friendly. Food was super tasty!!! Highly recommended.

    via Tripadvisor

    Resort65543819922 · August 2026

    Recommmmmended!!

    The experience was 10/10. I was extremely pleased throughout the whole journey. The atmosphere was splendid with good music and very friendly and funny staff members. Food was served around 1pm but it does stay out for a good amount of time so I suggest you eat after a good 40/50 min of swimming at the second stop unlike what we did (swam 20 min then ate for 30 lol). The waters and explorations of the beaches were beautiful. The coolers at the front were a life saver during the hot weather. But be careful and take lots of sunscreen and your own towels with you as the sun can get very hot. Although we placed loads of sunscreen on regularly we still ended up burning our shoulders off.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    6 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    445
    Verdict
    90+ Club

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Summer Sun Sailing IKE, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 82.6 and 1 in the 90+ Club.

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    Why this scores 91

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
    Review evidence (18% weight)100
    Booking momentum (14% weight)100
    Value for money (12% weight)97
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)59
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rhodes.

    How much does Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet cost?

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    Prices start at $102 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rhodes usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet take?

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    Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rhodes is not rushed.

    Is Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 91 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 1,271 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Rhodes, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet?

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    Around 445 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rhodes can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rhodes and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rhodes within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Rhodes?

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    On Outty we rank every Rhodes experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Makarounas Fishing Boat Trip with swimming stop and BBQ on board, Athens cruise: Agistri, Moni/Metopi, Aegina with lunch & drinks, Rhodes Sea Kayaking Tour – The Pirates Route. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Rhodes?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Rhodes?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet?

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    Included: Use of snorkeling equipment; Non alcoholic drinks, sodas, water; Aperitifs and Snacks; Cocktail open bar, wines, Beer & Signature Cocktails; and Greek Gourmet Buffet freshly prepared by our chef. Not included: Hotel transfer is optional and at extra cost. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet?

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    Rhodes town, Mandraki Port, Opposite of the Bank of Greece Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet?

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    Across 1,271 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    What booking options are available for Rhodes Exclusive Swim Cruise Cocktail Open bar & Gourmet Buffet?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including 1. Exclusive Day., 1. Exclusive Day. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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