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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C McW
Traveled as a couple
May 29, 2026
2.2
United Kingdom
The bus did not stop for us, despite us being 15 mins early for the 0830am pick up. Our rep Christos arrived as we were trying to sort it out & confirmed with reception we were waiting at front of hotel as directed. He called the driver who lied & said he stopped but we weren't there. I do not appreciate being called a liar. Christos was amazing and drive us to meet the tour bus in Kos so we could join (we could not reschedule)but we missed 1 hour and 40 of the tour & had almost no time in Kos.
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Steve
Traveled as a couple
May 28, 2026
5
United Kingdom
There's not enough room to say everything. But Manos our guide was great, informing us of history and mythology. So interesting and entertaining, giving us free time advising the group. The various stops were great town of Kos Ascapelion using visual aids. The vineyard, honey factory Kia fabulous food. Just the best tour ever and we'll worth doing. Thanks
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Dorothy and Bridget
Traveled with a group of friends
May 24, 2026
5
United Kingdom
Overall a very enjoyable stay but cats roaming a restaurant while your eating is not comfortable for people afraid and alergic to cats. Night time entertainment could be improved
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Kevin Rowan
Traveled as a couple
May 22, 2026
4.2
United Kingdom
The guide was very experienced and complemented the tour. The downside was that we were not informed to bring warm clothing as lunch was high in the hills and eaten outside and it was cold and windy.
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Annabel
Traveled as a couple
May 22, 2026
3
United Kingdom
Guide on coach was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Too many quick stops to places that felt like tourist traps rather than genuinely interesting places to visit. Lunch was very disappointing. Asclepeion visit was the highlight of the trip.
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Alison
Solo traveler
May 22, 2026
4.2
United Kingdom
The guide was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and friendly. What you need to do when we first get on the coach is explain what will happen when we get to Kos. I thought there would be a guide from the outset but there was no one, it was just a coach full of people with no guide. And when someone eventually got on we were nearly there and I couldn’t understand a word she said. It was very confusing