From Rhodes: Yacht Cruise to Lindos with Lunch and Drinks

A yacht day can solve Rhodes logistics. I like the small 25-person group and the easy mix of sightseeing, swimming, lunch, and drinks. You get a proper look at Lindos without giving up a full day on the water.

I also like the thoughtful route: Lindos comes first, St. Paul’s Bay follows with lunch, and Anthony Quinn’s Bay finishes the day. The main drawback is that Lindos requires walking up many steps on narrow cobblestone lanes, and the yacht does not include hotel pickup or towels.

Key points to know before booking

• Three hours in Lindos: Enough time to walk through the whitewashed village and climb toward the acropolis, but the heat and steep paths call for sensible footwear and water.
• Only 25 people maximum: The yacht should feel calmer and more personal than a large day boat, with couches and sunbeds rather than a crowded deck.
• Lunch served at St. Paul’s Bay: You can swim while the crew prepares moussaka or lasagne with Greek salad and bread.
• Drinks included all day: Water, beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee, and tea are available, which helps the $124 price make more sense.
• Two well-chosen swimming stops: St. Paul’s Bay offers a swim near Lindos, while Anthony Quinn’s Bay provides the final refreshment stop.
• One-hour cruise to Lindos: The first crossing is short enough to be comfortable, giving you time to settle into the yacht before the main visit.

A relaxed route from Rhodes to Lindos

This eight-hour excursion follows the east coast of Rhodes by yacht, with Lindos as the main sightseeing stop. It is a good fit if you want to see one of the island’s most famous villages without spending the entire day on a coach or arranging separate transport.

The trip is designed around comfort. A maximum of 25 people gives the boat a small-group feel, and the seating includes comfortable couches and sunbeds. That matters on a full-day cruise. You can sit upright for the views, stretch out in the sun, or find a quieter place between stops.

The first journey to Lindos takes about an hour. That is long enough to enjoy the coast, but not so long that you spend half the excursion simply getting there. Once you arrive, you have three hours to explore Lindos on your own.

The yacht is not a guided walking tour of Lindos. You are responsible for returning to the boat at the agreed time, so pay attention to the crew’s instructions before heading into the village. One especially useful piece of advice is to carry water with you for the walk to the acropolis. The climb can feel hot, particularly when the sun is strong and the pale stone reflects the heat.

Three hours among Lindos’s whitewashed lanes

Lindos is the cultural heart of this trip. Its whitewashed houses, narrow cobbled paths, and sea views give it a very different feel from a day spent only at the beach.

You can use your three hours in several ways. Walk through the village, stop for views over the water, and continue up the many steps toward the acropolis. If you want the grandest view, allow enough time for the climb rather than spending the whole visit at street level.

The acropolis is the obvious target, but getting there is part of the experience. The route runs through tight lanes and up uneven steps, so comfortable shoes are more useful than beach sandals. You should also plan around the heat. The crew specifically advises taking water, and that is practical advice rather than a minor detail.

Three hours gives you useful freedom. You are not rushed through a short photo stop, yet you do not have so much time that Lindos takes over the whole day. You can make the climb, explore the village, and return to the yacht for lunch and a swim.

There is a trade-off. Because this is a self-guided visit, you will not receive a detailed explanation of Lindos or the acropolis during the walk. I see that as a benefit if you like setting your own pace, but less so if you want an expert-led cultural tour.

The walking conditions also deserve attention. The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible, but the village route includes many steps and narrow cobblestone paths. You should ask the provider about the practical details of your planned route before booking if you need step-free access.

Swimming at St. Paul’s Bay while lunch is prepared

After Lindos, the yacht heads to St. Paul’s Bay. This stop brings the day back to the water at exactly the right moment. After walking uphill through Lindos, a swim is a welcome change of pace.

You can use the snorkeling equipment provided on board, and there is a changing room for getting ready without having to manage clothes on an open deck. Towels are not included, so bring your own.

While you swim, the crew prepares lunch. The meal includes a choice of moussaka or lasagne, Greek salad, and bread. Moussaka is the more traditionally Greek choice, with layers of eggplant, meat, and sauce, while lasagne gives you a familiar alternative. If you have a special diet, you need to inform the provider in advance. A vegetarian meal was handled successfully for one passenger, so it is worth making your request clear when you book.

This arrangement is one of the strongest parts of the trip. You are not sitting at a restaurant waiting for food, nor are you eating a packed meal at a random beach. The swim and lunch support each other, and the crew can serve the meal once you are back on board.

Do not expect an elaborate restaurant menu. The food is a straightforward lunch suited to a day on a boat. That is enough here. The real value is the combination of a hot main dish, salad, bread, drinks, and a scenic swimming stop without extra planning.

Unlimited drinks and a yacht-sized group

Drinks are included throughout the day, not just with lunch. The selection covers water, beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee, and tea. That is useful in the Rhodes heat, when you may drink more water than expected, and it also removes the small but annoying cost of buying refreshments at every stop.

The alcoholic options make the boat feel more like a leisurely day cruise than a simple transfer to Lindos. Still, I would treat the drinks as an added convenience, not the main reason to book. The strongest case for the excursion is the complete day: transport by yacht, a long Lindos visit, two swimming stops, lunch, equipment, and refreshments.

The 25-person limit is important. You are not booking an intimate private yacht, but the size is small enough to avoid the feel of a large excursion boat. The crew can give clearer instructions, keep track of return times, and respond to individual food requests more easily.

The boat’s couches and sunbeds also matter. Eight hours is too long for a cramped seat to be a small issue. You will likely want a mix of shade, sun, conversation, and quiet time, so having different places to sit makes the day more comfortable.

The experience received a 4.8 rating from 39 ratings, and the praise centers on the crew, the food, the stops, and the relaxed small-group setting. The most consistent theme is care from the captain and crew. That matters because the day depends on timing: you need clear instructions in Lindos, a well-managed lunch stop, and smooth movement between swimming locations.

Anthony Quinn’s Bay as the final stop

The final stop is Anthony Quinn’s Bay, one of the best-known swimming spots on the east coast of Rhodes. Ending here gives you one last chance to cool off before the cruise back.

The timing may be part of the appeal. The excursion description presents Anthony Quinn’s Bay as a late stop, aiming for a quieter visit when other boats have moved on. Conditions can vary, so you should not expect an empty bay every time, but the late timing is a sensible attempt to avoid the busiest part of the day.

This stop is mainly about a fresh-up swim rather than a long land visit. Bring your swimsuit under your clothes, or use the changing room on board before getting into the water. Snorkeling equipment is included, so you do not need to bring your own mask and fins.

Anthony Quinn’s Bay also gives the itinerary a good rhythm. Lindos supplies the walking and views, St. Paul’s Bay combines swimming with lunch, and the final bay lets you finish at an unhurried pace. You get variety without constantly packing and unpacking your things.

Is the $124 price good value?

At $124 per person, this is not the cheapest way to reach Lindos. The price makes more sense when you add up what is included: an eight-hour yacht excursion, a small group of no more than 25 people, lunch, unlimited drinks, snorkeling equipment, use of a changing room, and two swimming stops.

You are also paying for convenience. Instead of arranging transport to Lindos, finding a separate boat trip, buying lunch, and paying for drinks, you handle the main parts of the day in one booking. For a short stay in Rhodes, that efficiency can be worth a great deal.

I would compare this with the cost of separate activities rather than with a basic bus ride to Lindos. A bus may cost less, but it will not give you the coastal cruise, yacht seating, lunch on board, open drinks service, or the two swimming locations.

The small group improves the value further. With only 25 people, the experience should feel less like mass transport and more like a shared day on a comfortable boat. That does not make it private, but it is a meaningful difference from a crowded cruise.

The price is less appealing if your only aim is to see the acropolis. In that case, a simple land excursion may suit you better. It is also not the best choice if you dislike spending a full day in the sun or prefer a tightly guided cultural program.

What to bring and how to prepare

You should pack for both Lindos and the sea. These are the essentials:

• Comfortable walking shoes for the steps and cobblestones in Lindos
• Water for the walk to the acropolis
• Swimsuit and a change of clothes
• Towel, since towels are not included
• Sun protection suitable for a full day outdoors
• Any dietary information you need to share in advance

You will have access to snorkeling equipment and a changing room on the yacht. You do not need to bring your own snorkeling gear unless you prefer your personal equipment.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You need to arrange your own way to the departure point, so allow time for that before the stated start time. The exact starting time depends on availability, and the full activity lasts eight hours.

The reserve-now, pay-later option gives you some flexibility, and cancellation is available up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. These are useful safeguards when weather or holiday plans are still being sorted out.

Who will enjoy this Rhodes yacht cruise?

I would recommend this cruise to you if you want Lindos and the coast in one day. It suits couples, families, and small groups who like a balance of sightseeing and swimming rather than a full day of guided commentary.

It is also a strong choice if you value comfort. The couches, sunbeds, small passenger limit, lunch, and drinks remove much of the effort from a day that could otherwise involve several separate bookings.

You will probably enjoy it less if you want complete independence. The schedule gives you three hours in Lindos, and you need to return to the yacht on time. You also cannot choose how long to stay at each bay.

Think carefully about mobility as well. The boat itself is listed as wheelchair accessible, but Lindos includes many steps and narrow stone paths. If visiting the acropolis is central to your plans, check whether the route works for your needs before booking.

Should you book this Lindos yacht trip?

Book it if you want a polished full-day outing that combines Rhodes’s most famous whitewashed village with two memorable swimming bays. The strongest reasons are the small group, attentive crew, included lunch, and all-day drinks. The itinerary gives you enough time in Lindos to do more than take a quick photograph, then rewards the climb with sea time and food.

Skip it if you only want a cheap ride to Lindos, a highly detailed history tour, or a private boat reserved for your own group. For everyone else, the $124 price is fair for the amount packed into eight hours, especially if you would otherwise pay separately for transport, lunch, drinks, and a boat trip.

FAQ

How long does the yacht cruise to Lindos last?

The full excursion lasts eight hours. The cruise to Lindos takes about one hour, and you have three hours to explore Lindos before continuing to the swimming stops.

How much time do I have in Lindos?

You have three hours in Lindos. You can walk through the village and climb the steps and cobblestone paths toward the acropolis.

Is lunch included on the yacht?

Yes. Lunch includes moussaka or lasagne, Greek salad, and bread. You should inform the provider in advance about any special dietary needs.

Are drinks included?

Yes. Drinks are available throughout the day and include water, beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee, and tea.

Are towels provided?

No. Towels are not included, so you should bring your own for the swimming stops.

Is hotel pickup and drop-off included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You need to arrange your own transportation to and from the yacht’s departure point.