Lesbos Island Tour | 3 Days 2 Nights | June 5-7 Cherry Festival
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Meet at Dikili Port at 07:00 AM with GÜVENTUR team for check-in and passport control procedures. After completing customs procedures, we depart for Lesvos Island by ferry at 08:00. Approximately half an hour sea voyage, then we arrive at Lesvos Port and start a panoramic city tour with our guide.
Day 1: POLAMARI & LIDL & JUMBO
Visit the world-famous Barbayanni Uzo Factory and Museum to learn about the production process. During the visit, you can taste and purchase local products unique to Lesvos. During the summer season, a sea break is provided at Plomari shoreline when weather conditions are suitable. Afterwards, free time is given at Lesvos' popular shopping points, Lidl Market and the spacious Jumbo Mall. Program flow may change depending on operational conditions.
Day 2: THERMI & MANDAMADOS & MOLIVOS & PETRA
After breakfast at our hotel, we leave around 09:00 towards Petra. In the heart of Petra, the iconic city with a magnificent view accessible via 114 steps, the church awaits us. After visiting the church, we have free time for shopping in Petra bazaar. At the appointed time, we meet and proceed to Molivos. Known for its architecture, history, and romance, with UNESCO awards, the Old Molivos Mosque, Ottoman Fountain, and houses with balconies, we explore the quaint streets with our guide. After the tour, we have a meal and swimming break. Following that, we head to Mandamados village, passing through Skamnia, the hometown of writer Stratis Mirivilis. We visit Taksiyarhis Church, believed to contain miraculous icons made from blood and earth, the largest prayer and vow church for Orthodox Christians and all people. Before leaving, we enjoy Mandamados’ famous Honey Walnut Yogurt and Lokma in the monastery yard. After this break, we head towards the island's center, taking along Turkey and the Aegean Sea on the left. On the way back, we see Sarlıca Palace, a luxurious hotel from the Ottoman period with still naturally sulfur-rich waters, closed after the population exchange, and return to our hotel in Thermi. After some rest, we enjoy the Taverna Night at 21:00 with traditional Lesvos dishes and Greek music.
Day 3: CENTER & GERA & AGAIOSOS (7th Cherry Festival Excitement)
After breakfast at our hotel, guided visits include Ermou Street, Agios Therapon Church, Metropolitan Church, Old Ottoman Bazaar, new mosque, and bazaar hammam. We then proceed to Gera Gulf in Epano Skala, passing through endless olive groves and the hometown of Barbaros Hayreddin Pasha. We arrive at Agiasos, one of the most authentic villages on the island. Visiting the historic Virgin Mary Church and wooden carving shops, we join the excitement of the 7th Lesvos Cherry Festival. The village square offers free fresh cherries and local delicacies. Enjoy traditional Greek music, folklore performances, and craft stalls in a colorful cultural festival. We relax with coffee brewed in the sand under the vine-covered pergolas before heading to the port. Between 17:00 and 17:30, we arrive at Lesvos Port and have a short free shopping break. At 18:30, we depart by ferry back to Dikili, with a sunset journey, providing one of the most peaceful moments of the tour.
You will have the opportunity to explore both the historical fabric and natural beauties of the island of Mitilini. During the panoramic island tour, visit: Mitilini City Center: A tour of Ermou Street, the heart of the island, offering shopping opportunities. Agios Therapon Church: A historic building with magnificent architecture that has survived from the Ottoman period to the present day. Agiasos Village: The most authentic settlement on the island with traditional architecture, stone streets, and unique culture. Gera Bay: A panoramic view immersed in nature with its exceptional scenery. Filia Village and Rose Garden: Visit the village known for its stone architecture and stroll through the aromatic herb garden. Mandamados Monastery: The Taksiarhis Monastery, considered the religious center of the island and famous for its miracles. Shopping Breaks: Free time to visit Lidl and Jumbo stores. Tavern Night: A traditional entertainment with Greek music and local delicacies. With this program, you will have the chance to experience every aspect of the island from north to south, from west to the center.
✅ Round-trip ferry tickets
✅ 2 nights Bed & Breakfast accommodation
✅ 1 evening Greek tavern entertainment
✅ All city tours & transfers
✅ Professional Turkish-speaking guide
✅ Güventur assurance & insurance
❌ Midilli Hotel Tax (5 € per night for a 3-star hotel room)
❌ Visa Fee (90 €)
❌ Exit Foreign Travel Tax (1250 TL)
❌ Lunches and 1 Dinner
❌ Museum and Historical Site Entrance Fees
Recommended Items to Bring Along
- Passport and visa documents
- Cash in Euros and bank card
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Appropriate light jacket / raincoat for the season (wind might be present)
- Personal medications and health necessities
- Water and snacks (for customs and travel waits)
- Phone charger and powerbank
Finding a currency exchange office on the Isle of Mytilene may not always be easy. Therefore, it is advised to carry enough Euros with you.
📌 IMPORTANT NOTES & GENERAL INFORMATION
About the Tour Program
The points to be visited and the sequence of visits in the program may change due to operational reasons. If necessary, our guide may make adjustments to the program flow.
Taverna Night
The Taverna entertainment organized within the scope of the tour may be held on the 1st or 2nd night depending on operational density and reservation status.
For Guests Traveling with a Door Visa
Guests traveling with a door visa may experience processing times at the Port of Mytilene, which can vary depending on the passenger control density on the island.
Therefore;
- It is recommended to carry water and snacks with you.
- Upon arrival at Mytilene Port, guests with a door visa are required to follow the red line in the customs area and enter the passport control line.
Door visa applications are approved by the Mytilene Customs Police after passenger control.
About Entry to the Country
Approval of the door visa does not guarantee entry into the country, even if you hold a valid Schengen visa or a green passport. Entry and exit rights are entirely at the discretion of the border police of the respective country.
It is strongly recommended not to travel with damaged passports and that the passport validity period is sufficient.
Passengers with Turkish passports bearing a K.K.T.C. entry stamp are not allowed to enter Greece. In such cases, the passport must be renewed.
Guests Under 18
**Child rates are only valid for children staying with 2 adults.**
If our guests under 18 are not accompanied by at least one parent or both parents, they are required to present a notarized consent letter.
Accommodation Information
Hotel check-in times are generally between 17:00 – 18:00. It is recommended to prepare a small bag with personal belongings needed during this period.
For single accommodation, hotels may assign different room locations.
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