Think lazy days and leisurely evenings …the easy tempo of an island village … somewhere secluded but certainly not remote … You're thinking of holidays in Pefkos. And here's some more detail to add to the picture …
A great long beach of soft sand, patched with pebbles here and there. Ample bars and eateries for the uncrowded resort. And Lindos just 3km up the coast – when you're looking for a lively interlude of watersports, disco's or ancient-site-seeing.. In Pefkos, holidays focus on the sands and sea. The beach is backed by fresh-scented pine trees and lapped by warm, clear waters – almost too blue to be true. And when you're ready for a light lunch or a traditional meal that lasts all evening, there's a more varied range of restaurants and tavernas than you may imagine, covering quite a choice for pocket and palate. And you've eight or nine bars to choose from for sundowners and after-dinner Greek brandies.

With the sightseeing attractions of Lindos three kilometres away down the southeast coast, Pefkos should hardly be considered remote - yet it seems a world away from the bustle of its bigger neighbour. Here, the picturesque location contributes to an air of relaxation among new friends. Pefkos is a hilly resort and therefore may not be suitable for the less mobile. The beach is a fine expanse of soft sands, with scattered pebbly areas, fringed by pines and lapped by warm, clear waters. There are plenty of sunbeds. Pefkos village offers a very good range of restaurants, from traditional Greek to fish and chips. After dinner, order a Greek brandy in one of the nine or so bars. Although the nearest shopping centre is in Lindos, there are plenty of supermarkets and a handful of souvenir shops.

Holidays in Pefkos - Rhodes, GREECE
Pefkos is in the middle of the east coast of Rhodes, 2 miles from Lardos and Lindos and 37 miles from Rhodes town and the airport. Pefkos offers a low-key, relaxed and relatively undeveloped resort set in a sandy bay. The resort is set on a hillside and is surrounded by pine forests, hills, vineyards, olive groves, citrus plantations and fig trees. Holidays in Pefkos (which means “pine”) can enjoy a chain of sandy coves backed by tall pine trees. It is far from sleepy and has all the necessary amenities but it still remains a much quieter option than its famous neighbour Lindos. Pefkos has compact centre where you will find a decent range of Greek restaurants and tavernas and plenty of places catering for the British tourist too. It offer a modest selection of bars and a disco. Those in search of something livelier should take a taxi to Lindos.
Pefkos offers an appealing village that retains a good deal of traditional charm along with a long sandy beach. It has a sand and shingle beach with shallow water, fringed by pines and accessed by narrow lanes from the village. Small rocky coves with shallow water excellent for children continue from one end of the main beach. A short walk in either direction is rewarded with more small coves. The beach at Glystra is an attractive beach with excellent fine sand. Pefkos also enjoys the neighbouring resort of Lardos, a quiet traditional Greek village with a long uncrowded sandy beach that continues for miles to the west. Other beaches that could be visited are: Lothiarika beach and the windsurfer’s favourite, Prasonissi beach; a striking mile-long stretch of sand with a couple of tavernas
With Lindos just 2 miles along the coast, Pefkos enjoys the attractions, bustle and nightlife of this famous resort while remaining apart. Yous should take advantage of glass-bottomed boats that leave regularly for Lindos, a delightful way to visit this most famous and picturesque of Rhodes villages. Regular buses run to Rhodes town and Lindos. Other favourite Pefkos holiday excursions include island tours, boat trips to the island of Symi, the waterpark at Faliraki and Marmaris in Turkey. Pefkos could make a fine base for exploring the unspoilt south of Rhodes
Information about Pefkos beach
Pefkos is an idyllic location for a relaxing break. Set amongst vineyards, pine, olive and fig trees. The views are outstanding, long golden sandy beaches, clear turquoise blue Med Sea. The village is spread along the main coastal road offering a good choice of tavernas, bars and shops. Bus, taxi, pharmacy and doctor services are available.
Snorkling with the brightly colored fish, amongst the coral and caverns of the super clear blue sea of Pefkos, is a memorable experience.
Pefkos Nightlife
Nightlife in Pefkos is laid back, so sip a cocktail or two in one the village bars, or take a taxi over to the discos of livelier Lindos.
Getting to Pefkos - Rhodes
Due to its distance from Athens and Thessaloniki, most visitors prefer traveling by airplane.
Flights to Rhodes Greece are frequent, particularly during the summer at the peak tourist season. There are direct flights to Rhodes from Athens Airport and Thessaloniki, as well as Crete, other Dodecanese islands and some islands in the NE Aegean cluster. As Rhodes is both a business and holiday location, you can find cheap flights with discount fares as well as first class flights and budget business class fares. Book as well in advance as possible if you want to find low airfare prices and seat availability. Ferries to Rhodes depart from Athens ( Piraeus Port ) and other Dodecanese islands, Cyclades islands and Crete. Boat fares fluctuate depending on the season and the type of vessel (high speed or conventional ferry boat). Some ferries travel direct to Rhodes, while some make stops at other islands before reaching Rhodes (Rhodos).
Pefkos holiday Reviews
Pefkos - Mary and May. Date of travel: Jul 2006