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.

What is the itinerary for this experience?

The itinerary for this experience is...

- pick-up from your hotel

- 9:15am – walking tour of Kos Town

- 11:00am – leave for Asklepion

- 11:15am – guided tour in Asklepion for 45 min

- 12:15pm – leave Asklepion

- 12:45pm – arrive in Zia village for lunch and free time

- 2:00pm – leave for wine tasting

- 2:10pm – arrive at the winery

- 2:40pm – leave for Kefalos

- 3:20pm – photo stop for 10 minutes

- 3:30pm – leave for the honey factory

- 3:40pm – arrive at the honey factory for tasting

- 4:10pm – leave to return to hotel

Why you’ll love this…

It's an adults-only tour of Kos, taking in the finer points and tastes of the island
You'll wander the ancient Asclepeion healing sanctuary, one of Greece's most important sites
There's a traditional Greek lunch in the scenic hilltop village of Zia with views over the Aegean Sea
As well as a tour of Kos Town, you'll call in at a winey and honey factory to taste the local goodies
Your local guide will share their knowledge of Kos and its myths and legends along the way

Important to know

You will be able to use an iPad which allows you to recreate images of the Asclepeion as it would have looked in ancient times
Bring spending money and your excursion ticket
Extra drinks not included
Bring sunblock
Wear comfy shoes
Please be aware, the €15 entrance fee to Asclepeion is included when you book this ticket

What people say about this experience

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TCB
Travelled as a couple
20 July 2026
5
United Kingdom
Guide very informative and kept you engaged . Driver was very good as well .
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Lorraine
Solo traveller
20 July 2026
5
United Kingdom
Great excursion Seen a lot of the Island Manolis the guide was very informative and helpful , funny and it was well organised Would highly recommend
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Graham
Travelled as a couple
17 July 2026
4.2
United Kingdom
Beautiful hotel. Any issues were quickly dealt with. Excellent service with friendly staff.
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Rob
Travelled with family
16 July 2026
5
United Kingdom
Our Guide for the day was Manolis, he was fantastic excelent knowledge and her informative
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A
Travelled as a couple
13 July 2026
5
United Kingdom
Manolis was an amazing tour guide, he really made the day unforgettable. The overall schedule was convenient and included a great variety of things to see. The lunch stop was perfect, great food and great view as well. The only negative was perhaps that I expected to go into Kefalos and not just take a picture from afar. Also the honey tasting was rushed so it felt like we were only there to shop for some honey and not really to learn more.
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Harry
Solo traveller
13 July 2026
4.2
United Kingdom
The guide was extremely informative and interactive, and for the price of the trip the amount we did was well worth the money. I just would have liked the ability to visit more of the islands historical sites, but that is more of a personal ambition than a critique of the trip.