Mytilene Day Trip
Day Trip to Mytilene
Get ready for a pleasant day on the opposite shore of the Aegean! With the Day Trip to Mytilene departing from Dikili, you can explore Mytilene's historic streets, visit the island's key attractions with a guide, and enjoy the free time allocated for shopping.
The journey begins in the morning from Dikili and reaches Mytilene after an approximately 30-minute ferry crossing. After a program combining history, shopping, and free time, the return to Dikili takes place on the same day.
Sights to Visit
- Mytilene Center
- Ermou Street
- Agios Therapon Church
- Metropolitan Church
- Old Ottoman Bazaar
- New Mosque
- Bazaar Hammam
- Epano Skala
- Lidl Market
- Jumbo Market
Tour Program
07:00 – Meeting at Dikili Port
Meeting at Dikili Port and handing over ferry tickets, followed by passport and customs procedures.
08:00 – 08:30 – Ferry Journey to Mytilene
After an approximately 30-minute ferry ride across the Aegean Sea, we arrive in Mytilene. Following customs procedures, a short break for needs and free time are provided.
Mytilene City Tour
With our guide, during our walk along Ermou Street, we explore Mytilene's historical and cultural sites such as Agios Therapon Church, Metropolitan Church, Old Ottoman Bazaar, New Mosque, and Bazaar Hammam.
Shopping and Free Time
After the city tour, we board our vehicle from the Epano Skala area and head to Lidl Market, stopping for shopping.
Then, after the free time allocated for lunch, we move to Jumbo Market and are given additional free time for shopping.
17:00 – 17:30 – Return to Mytilene Port
We regroup at the designated meeting point and head to Mytilene Port. After customs procedures, time is allocated for Free Shop shopping.
18:30 – Return to Dikili
Departing from Mytilene by ferry, after an approximately 30-minute sea journey, we arrive at Dikili Port and complete our Day Trip to Mytilene.
Small Reminders for the Tour
Since there will be walking throughout the tour, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes and bringing a hat, especially during hot periods. You may carry cash or bank/credit cards for your shopping.
You will also have free time throughout the program to take photos, explore Mytilene's streets, and go shopping.
Explore Mytilene in One Day
Mytilene, located just a short ferry ride from Turkey, offers a pleasant day-trip alternative with its historical structures, Aegean atmosphere, and shopping opportunities.
Through Turvop, you can check the current dates and prices for the Day Trip to Mytilene departing from Dikili, select a suitable date, and make your reservation.
Important Information
Ferry departure times, tour route, and program flow may change due to weather conditions, sea conditions, customs procedures, and operational reasons. Since this is an international trip, it is recommended to check the current passport and entry requirements for the travel date before making a reservation.
'ROTA' translates to 'wheel' in English.
DİKİLİ – LESBOS – PETRA – MOLIVOS – MANDAMADOS – DİKİLİ
- Meeting and Departure: We meet at our office located at 07:30 at Dikili Customs to collect your ferry tickets and complete the customs procedures. Around 08:30, we set off to Lesbos with our ferry. After a comfortable sea journey of approximately 35 minutes, we arrive at the capital of the island, the city of Mytilene.
- Petra: After completing our customs procedures, we board our waiting bus and head towards Petra. We visit the iconic monastery consisting of 114 steps that offers a magnificent view. After the visit, we provide free time for shopping in the charming market of Petra.
- Molivos: Our second stop of the day is the UNESCO award-winning Molivos, renowned for its architecture and romanticism. Accompanied by our guide, we explore the cobbled streets adorned with the Osmanli Fountain, old mosque, and bay-windowed houses. Here, we have lunch and enjoy a pleasant swimming break.
- Mandamados: On the way, we pass through the village of Skamnia, where the writer Stratis Mirivilis lived, and arrive at Mandamados. We visit the Archangel Taksiyarhis Church, famous for its miraculous icon made of blood and soil. After making our wishes and offerings, we take a break at the monastery courtyard to enjoy the famous Honey Walnut Yogurt and Lokma.
- Thermi and Sarlıca: On our way back, we follow the view of the Aegean Sea to see the historical Sarlıca Palas and the village of Thermi as we head towards the port.
- Return: We arrive at Mytilene Port around 17:00. After our customs procedures and shopping at the free shop, we set off towards Dikili with the 18:00 ferry, completing our tour.
What's Included
✅ Round-Trip Ferry Tickets
✅ All City Tours & Transfers
✅ Professional Turkish Guiding
Not Included
🔺Foreign Departure Tax
🔺Private Travel Health and Insurance
🔺Lunch
🔺Museum and Ancient Site Entrance Fee
🔺Door Visa
🔺Schengen Visa
Recommended Items to Bring
- Passport and visa documents
- Cash in Euro and bank card
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Season-appropriate light jacket / raincoat (it could be windy)
- Personal medications and health needs
- Water and snacks (for customs and waiting times)
- Phone charger and power bank
It may not be easy to find a currency exchange office on Lesbos Island in every area. Therefore, it is recommended to carry a sufficient amount of Euro with you.