Private Half Day Tour of Kos History and Landmarks

3.0
(2 reviews)
Kos, Greece

4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the beauty and history of Kos on a private 4 hour tour led by your English speaking driver. Enjoy local insights, flexible stops, and a comfortable ride as you explore the island's most fascinating sites. Visit the Asklepion, an ancient healing sanctuary dating back to 420 BC, and continue to Eleftherias Square, the lively center of Kos Town. Explore the forested ruins of Paleo Pili Castle for sweeping island views, then stroll through the Ancient Agora among temples and basilicas that reveal the island's rich past. End your tour at Antimachia Castle, a 14th century fortress offering breathtaking views of Kos and the Turkish coast. With the freedom to choose your pace and stops, this private Kos tour can be as relaxed or adventurous as you wish, combining culture, history, and scenery in one memorable experience.

What's Included

Water
WiFi on board
All taxes and handling charges
Fuel and Tolls
Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meals and beverages
Tips and Gratuities
Asklepion (ancient healing sanctuary)
Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your Welcome Pickups driver will be waiting for you at the selected pickup location and time.

Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s details — including their name, phone number, and car information — so you can easily recognize them.

Your driver will arrive on time and be ready to assist you and any special requests before starting your journey.

Please note that our sightseeing tours does not automatically include airport pickup or drop-off. If you wish to start or end your tour at the airport, simply select the option with airport pickup included when booking if available.

Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Kos

    Kos Town is a handsome harbor community, fronted by a superb medieval castle and somehow squeezed amid a mind-blowing array of ancient ruins from the Greek, Roman and Byzantine eras.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Eleftherias Square, the main social gathering place of Kos and a good spot to start your tour of the town.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Asklepion

    Asklepion is probably the major attraction of Kos Island. According to ancient Greek mythology, Asclepius was the god of medicine and healing.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    The ancient Agora of Kos, one of the largest of its kind excavated in Greece, is among the most important sights on the island.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    The Castle of Antimachia in Kos, on a small hill above Antimachia village, to the south of Kos Town lies the Venetian Castle, known as the Castle of Antimachia.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 6

    The ruins of the Paleo Pyli fortress ( Old Pyli fortress ) sit west of the Mount Dikeos range, standing proudly throughout the ages atop a rocky hill.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For 1-4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
Supplied by Welcome Pickups

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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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