Monument visits in Kos
Guided tour of Kos Town, Asclepeion and Zia with wine-tasting
With some of the highlights of Kos wrapped up in one day out, this adults-only tour showcases the variety of the island. Together with your guide you'll explore Kos town, the Asclepeion ancient site and the village of Zia. A visit to a wine factory and a viewpoint round off the day. Sophia, one of our expert local guides, says "the Asclepeion of Kos was dedicated to Asclepius, the Greek god of healing and medicine, and it was known as a healing sanctuary in ancient times. The peaceful surroundings and the extensive gardens were soothing for patients."Start off with a guided visit to Kos town and its eye-catching harbour with bobbing boats lined up. Next, step back in time at ancient Asclepeion, which remains one of Greece's most important archaeological sites. Here, you'll have free time to explore and imagine Hippocrates, who was born on the island of Kos, undergoing his medical education at the Asclepeion. Among the attractions are the remains of the world's first hospital, where doctors learned about medicine from Hippocrates, and studied how to treat disease. You'll also visit the mountain village of Zia, which sprawls beneath Mount Dikaios and is best known for traditional architecture and wonderful views of the coast. After lunch in a typical restaurant, it's on to taste local wine at a wine factory, and honey in a honey factory. Then, at the end of the excursion, you have the chance to capture amazing photos at Kefalos village at the south part of the island.
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Kefalos and Zia tour including wine and honey tastings
This tour showcases the best of Kos in just one day. You'll see the archaeological site of Asclepeion and the pretty hilltop village of Zia. And if that wasn't enough, there'll be a chance to taste local wines and honey, too.
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Full-day tour of Kos Island with boat cruise and barbeque lunch
This tour offers different perspectives of Kos – as you'll discover its wealth of natural and cultural treasures both by land and sea. Among the top attractions are the Hippocrates Foundation, a visit to the village of Kefalos and a cruise.Gain a guided insight into one of the most important cultural sites on the island, the Hippocrates Foundation. This place is loaded with all the info you could possibly want to know about the iconic Greek physician, who's widely considered the father of modern medicine. Explore the museum's exhibits of ancient manuscripts and surgical equipment, before wandering around the well-kept botanical gardens here. Afterwarrds, we'll stop off at an Aloe Vera Farm to try an aloe vera soft drink.From here, ascend to the beautiful village of Kefalos, where you'll visit a traditional house and the old, restored, windmill. Soak up panoramic views of the island and Aegean below, as you wander the narrow streets. Then, it's down to the coast, to board your boat at Kamari. Let your skipper take you to a hidden, idyllic bay. Take a dip and then enjoy a souvlaki lunch on the beach.
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Kos packs in an astonishing amount of heritage for a small island. This exclusive half-day excursion will take you on a journey through time and bring ancient Greece to life. You'll start out in Kos town, then visit the historic Asclepeion and cap off your day in the pretty hilltop hamlet of Zia.
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Exclusively for you and your party, this private tour has all of Kos's best bits wrapped up in one VIP day out. You'll visit the island's most fascinating corners with your own personal guide. Explore Kos town, the ancient Asclepeion archaeological site and the villages of Zia and Kefalos.Start off with a guided walk around Kos town and its pretty harbour, lined with wooden boats bobbing on the Aegean Sea. Next, step back in time at the ancient Asclepeion, and look around the remains of the world's first hospital where Hippocrates – the Father of Medicine – is said to have received his medical training.Then, in the mountain-side village of Zia, there'll be free time to stretch your legs. Bag some locally made goodies like lace tablecloths or some olive oil or sticky honey in the souvenir shops, or check out the Byzantine church. On the journey back, you'll have the chance to capture amazing photos of Kefalos village in the south of the island.
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Popular experiences in Kos
Greece is renowned for its loud and lively nights out, and this one is no exception. You'll head to the village of Zia in the centre of Kos where a feast of meze, wine, dancing and music all awaits. Kids are welcome, too – the more the merrier.With its whitewashed buildings, blue-capped domes and views over the island, the village of Zia is an idyllic spot to spend the evening. And with hospitality as friendly as this, you'll not want to leave. You'll start off with a delicious meze of traditional Greek dishes to warm up your appetite and wash it down with unlimited wine.But the star turn is the dancing. Expect a whirlwind show as traditionally costumed dancers whip up the atmosphere to sweet bouzouki music. Before long, you'll be joining in, linking arms and whirling to the infectious tunes.
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Kos - Dory glass-bottom boat tour from Kos
Book now and explore the sea neighborhood of the Aegean Sea: discover the beauty of Kos and Pserimos islands on board Dory, a fast glass-bottom vessel.
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Kos - Aquatica Waterpark Ticket
This wet and wild day out at Aquatica Waterpark is just the ticket for a fun family day under the sun. There's everything you need for a brilliant time – slides, chutes, pools and even mini-slides for the little ones. And to top it off, you'll have use of the park's sunloungers and parasols for when you feel like some time out. There's also an all-day cafe where you can refuel for more fun.
Leave the beach behind and head for the hills to the mountain village of Zia for the evening. Sitting high in pine-forested Mount Dikaios, it's bagged itself gorgeous views of the island's North coast and across the Aegean to Turkey. And from up here, the sunsets are nothing short of spectacular.
Kos - Wine-tasting session in Kos – ticket only
Step into the world of wine with a tasting session at Akravi Winery in Kos. Choose a time that suits you and get ready to learn all about local wine-making. You'll wander through the vineyard with an expert guide at your side, who'll walk you through the craft and care that goes into each bottle. Then, it's time to taste four carefully selected wines, each served at the perfect temperature and paired with local treats to really bring out their flavours.
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Kos - Adults-only catamaran cruise from Kos Harbour
There's nothing quite like that ultimate getaway moment, where you fully unwind whilst soaking up the sun and letting everyday stresses fade away. This luxurious catamaran cruise is that moment. An expert crew will welcome you on board ready for an unforgettable day of sailing around the Aegean.There'll be plenty of space on board for you to sunbathe and relax as you sail from Kos Harbour to the secluded bays in the surrounding area. With time for you to cool down in the crystal-clear waters, you'll enjoy a few swim spots along the way. If you're keen to explore beneath the surface of the water, snorkelling gear is provided, too – the waters here are teeming with marine life.The R&R continues as you enjoy lunch on board the catamaran paired with an ice-cold beer or a crisp glass of wine. As you bask in the sunshine and idyllic scenery, you'll have even more time to kick back and relax as you slowly sail back to Kos Harbour.
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Kos - Evening Captain Hook party boat
Join the party on this cruise along the Kos Island coastline, basking in spectacular sunset views and lively vibes. As you set sail from Kos Port the sky will fill with the golden-hour glow. The party vibe comes alive with music and dancing as darkness falls, a great time to make memories under a starry sky. You'll be back at the harbour after three hours, carrying the magic of this experience with you.
Kos - Private Kefalos Bay boat trip with barbecue
Set sail with Captain Yiannis on his traditional Greek boat for a sun-soaked day of ‘siga, siga' – the Greek way of taking life easy and enjoying the moment. Feel the sea breeze in your hair as you cruise from Kefalos harbour across the Aegean Sea to the small island of Kastri – it's a total photo op paradise. Fancy trying your hand at fishing the old-school Greek way? Now's your chance. Captain Yiannis and his crew will show you how to fish with traditional lines – no fancy rods here. Don't worry if you've never fished before, it's all about having a laugh and trying something new. But if fishing's not your vibe, just chill on deck and enjoy the sun. Next, you'll drop anchor at a secluded beach – Captain Yiannis' special spot. Crystal-clear waters beg for a swim while the crew fires up a mouth-watering barbecue lunch. Fresh, local, and straight from the grill – it's the tastiest way to wrap up your island adventure.
Kos - Half day cruise to San Antonios and Giali with a barbecue lunch
Set sail around a couple of lesser-known Greek islands on this boat cruise. First stop, the uninhabited island of St Antonios –you won't be able to wait to jump into the crystal-clear waters here. For lunch, there's a barbecue on board to fuel up for the afternoon's activities. You can have a relaxing dip, or if you'd rather stay on dry land, you can visit the island's church. Then, the adventure continues with a swim stop at Gyali, a Greek volcanic island where pumice stone is mined. Just so you know, transfers to and from the harbour aren't included in this experience.
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Kos - Half day cruise to Pserimos and Blue Lagoon
Gear up for a chill afternoon of island hopping and a visit to the Blue Lagoon on this boat trip. First up, prepare to be wowed by the tiny Greek gem, Pserimos Island. Here, you've got one hour to soak in the crystal Aegean waters. Back on board, dig into a BBQ lunch before cruising over to the Blue Lagoon – where more of those dreamy azure waters scream out your name. Wrap up your sun-kissed adventure with a 45-minute swim stop here before heading back to Kos Harbour.
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Kos - Yellow Submarine Adventure and Snorkelling in Kos
Dive into adventure on the Yellow Submarine around the island of Kos. This unique boat with a glass-bottom viewing area offers the best spot to catch a glimpse of vibrant marine life and treasures at the sea bottom. Snap photos as you sail along the coast, then, with a certified diver, experience the thrill of snorkelling around a shipwreck. There's time to swim and jump off the boat before heading back.
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Kos - Bodrum day trip without transport
Why settle for just seeing Greece while you're here? Turkey's just a short distance away and this trip offers a great taste of its culture and sights. You'll take a guided tour of one of it's biggest resorts, Bodrum, as well as have some free time to shop and sightsee.
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Kos - Aegean cruise with Kalymnos Island without transport
How does spending a day soaking up the sunshine, swimming and a spot of lunch sound? Perfect is what we're guessing. You'll hop from Kos to the isles of Pserimos, Kalymnos and Plati, with free time to relax, explore, browse for souvenirs or swim offshore. Utter bliss.The islands to the north of Kos are dotted with peaceful coves, sandy beaches and cute harbours. And they're exactly where you'll be spending the day on this Aegean cruise. There'll be three stops throughout the day, when you'll have plenty of time to swim if you wish. And you'll step ashore at Pserimos and Vathi on Kalymnos.Vathi boasts a picturesque, horseshoe-shaped bay with calm waters and a pretty town, it's the ideal place for some doing a bit of wandering. Back onboard, you'll tuck into lunch and round off the day with a swim stop off Plati. All you have to do is bring your sun cream and towel.
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Kos - Adults-Only Cruise in the Aegean without Transport
Combining the best of island hopping, sunbathing and snorkelling, this full day adult-only Aegean cruise is the winning ticket. You'll sail to peaceful coves and cute harbours with the chance to step ashore at Kalymnos to explore some more. Of course, tanning time on deck and a delicious barbecue lunch come as standard.Setting sail into an expanse of bluer-than-blue seas, you'll soon reach the island of Pserimos where beautiful beaches are made for swimming. You can visit the church before joining your captain back on board to glide on over to Kalymnos – a picturesque, horseshoe-shaped bay with calm waters and a pretty town. It's the ideal place for some exploring.Back onboard, you'll tuck into lunch. And before we make our way back, there's one last stop in Pserimos for a swim. Expect pristine beaches, plenty of chill-out time and a healthy dose of exploration. All you'll need is your sun cream.
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Kos - Vathi and Blue Lagoon Cruise without Transport
For a day spent discovering the hidden treasures of the Aegean Sea, you can't beat this cruise. Spend time in the picturesque harbour town of Vathi, grab lunch in a traditional taverna and then cast off for an afternoon at the Blue Lagoon, with bright, turquoise waters ideal for swimming in.Picked up from your hotel and taken to Kos port, you'll board the boat ready for a day at sea. Sail towards Kalymnos island where you'll stop off in the quaint harbour and village of Vathi. Take some time to stroll the seafront, before setting off to Pserimos island. Along the way, you'll have the chance to admire the picture-postcard views of Plati's coast. And once in Pserimos, you'll head to a local taverna for lunch.Then, it's time for the main attraction – the Blue Lagoon of Pserimos. Clear, shimmering and warm waters that are a palette of blues practically beg you to jump in – and you can. Choose to cool off with a swim or stay on board to catch a few rays before taking the leisurely cruise back towards Kos.
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Explore the beautiful coastline of southern Kos while enjoying the sea breeze and sunshine on board a pirate boat. This full-day cruise is a great opportunity to get to know the area's best beaches, including the famous Bubble bay.After departing from Kardamena, your first port of call is Kefalos Bay, a scenic spot complete with a rocky islet topped by a chapel. As well as jumping in for a swim, you'll also enjoy a BBQ lunch. Afterwards, the cruise continues to Camel Bay, a secluded area with sandy coves that are perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Next, get back on board and head to Paradise beach, also known as ‘Bubble bay' thanks to its underwater volcanic activity. Marvel at the water bubbles which risie up from the sea floor – it's definitely unique. Make sure you bring snorkels or an underwater camera to capture the experience.
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Kos - Olive Oil Tasting & Cooking Class
Classic flavours of Greece come alive with a cookery lesson and olive oil tasting at the farm. It's a treat for the senses - the fresh taste of a Greek salad, the aroma of moussaka and the joy of tzatziki on toasted bread. Join this cooking class in Kos and you willl take a piece of Greece home with you in the form of new skills.Roll up your sleeves and get ready for Mama Kontessa to teach you the secrets of some of the most popular recipes of Greek cuisine. All dishes in the classes are made using ingredients from the farm, grown naturally under the Aegean sun for uniquely flavoursome recipes.Next, it's time for a walking tour of the farm, where you'll get to see the whole process of producing high quality fresh food. Then you'll visit the olive mill and see where the farm's olive oil is bottled. Stelios, a third generation farmer, is the resident olive oil expert who will lead an olive oil tasting. When all the hard work in the kitchen is done, it's time to try your creations over a leisurely lunch served in the farm's own taverna.
Kos - Gulf of Kefalos Glass Bottom Boat Tour
Get a closer look at the underwater world as you explore the Gulf of Kefalos. Perfect for families, our glass-bottom boat adventure makes a fascinating way to experience this stretch of coast. Our first stop is the pinprick Kastri Island, where you can visit a church, stroll around the island, or even stop for a swim at one of the inviting small beaches. Be sure to take a few snaps, as it's the most photographed spot on Kos.Next, it's off to Camel Beach, a pretty cove flanked by rocks and lapped by azure waters - the perfect backdrop for a swim. Finally, you'll visit the famous Paradise Beach, where the highlight is witnessing the unique bubble phenomenon, a mesmerizing area where streams of bubbles rise into the water from the sea bed.Our glass-bottom boat ensures you can admire the underwater wonders of the Aegean as you travel from place to place. Don't forget your camera to capture your unforgettable boat trip around the Gulf of Kefalos.
Kos - Wine Tasting at Ktima Akrani Winery in Kos
Enjoy a wine tasting at Ktima Akrani winery in Kos and discover wine production in Kos.
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Kos - Vathi and Blue Lagoon Cruise
For a day spent discovering the hidden treasures of the Aegean Sea, you can't beat this cruise. Spend time in the picturesque harbour town of Vathi, grab lunch in a traditional taverna and then cast off for an afternoon at the Blue Lagoon, with bright, turquoise waters ideal for swimming in.Picked up from your hotel and taken to Kos port, you'll board the boat ready for a day at sea. Sail towards Kalymnos island where you'll stop off in the quaint harbour and village of Vathi. Take some time to stroll the seafront, before setting off to Pserimos island. Along the way, you'll have the chance to admire the picture-postcard views of Plati's coast. And once in Pserimos, you'll head to a local taverna for lunch.Then, it's time for the main attraction – the Blue Lagoon of Pserimos. Clear, shimmering and warm waters that are a palette of blues practically beg you to jump in – and you can. Choose to cool off with a swim or stay on board to catch a few rays before taking the leisurely cruise back towards Kos.
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