Why choose this Kos tour ?
Get to know Kos Island on a private half-day tour, visiting ancient ruins and a mountain village ! While enjoying personalized attention from a guide, explore archeological excavations at Asklepieion and learn about Greek medicine and healing in ancient times. Enjoy free time in the sleepy mountain village of Zia. Before finishing, stop to see the Tree of Hippocrates, where the famous ancient doctor taught his students.
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What makes Private Tour: Kos Island Highlights Including Zia, Asklepieion and Tree of Hippocrates a unique experience ?
This excursion begins with Asklepion, the most visited archaeological site on the island.
Constructed in the 4th century bc it served two purposes; a temple consecrated to Asklepios the God of Health as well as a health & healing resort. This is where Hippocrates, the father of medicine, practiced & developed many of the healing methods that are still used todayThis is an excellent way to become acquainted with the traditional side of Kos Island.
Our next stop is the lovely little mountain village of Zia. A beautiful panoramic view of Kos Island waits for you & your camera! Zia, is fast becoming a center for local artists & craftspeople, as well as a great place to introduce yourself to the diverse local dried herbs used in traditional Greek cooking.
As we head back towards the Port of Kos, we make one last stop to the Planetree (greek: “Platanos”) of Hippocrates near the ancient Castle Fortress on the harbour. It is said that 2500yrs ago Hippocrates, the father of medicine taught his students under that very tree.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children who do not occupy a seat are free of charge. Children who occupy a seat and are up to 11 years old, benefit from a discount
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Private Tour: Kos Island Highlights Including Zia, Asklepieion and Tree of Hippocrates Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private guide
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle and professional driver
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Entrance fee for Askleipion (8 euro)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Achtypis Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Athens.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 5 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
You MUST contact Achtypis Tours on info@achtypistours.gr as soon as possible to receive all the necessary details for this tour
Opening hours are:
09:00 – 14:00 Monday to Friday
