History lives and breathe in Rhodes, as you'll discover in exploring the island's modern and medieval capital, Rhodes Town. As you leave the pier, you'll pass the city walls of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and head to the top of Mount Smith for a breathtaking view of the town of Rhodes, the castle, the coast of Turkey, the nearby islands, and Harbor, where legend says the Colossus of Rhodes once stood. Disembark at the D'Amboise Gate and learn about the town's Crusader past as you walk along the Knights' Road, one of the oldest and most magnificent in the town. Built in the early 1300s, the Palace of the Grand Masters features mosaics from the island of Kos, as well as a marble staircase that leads to the upper floor, from which you can enjoy a panoramic view. The palace itself withstood several attacks over the two centuries, until it succumbed to the Ottomans in 1522. Not surprisingly, the architecture reflects influences of different periods, from Gothic and Renaissance to Byzantine and Ottoman. Soak in the history that surrounds you, then relax and savor a traditional Greek brunch . This tour is provided by an operator that has been third-party certified to meet the Global Sustainable Tourism Council's Criteria for Tour Operators.