Top Kos Art & Culture

Leave the port of Kardamena for an hour cruise to Nisyros where the bus waits your arrival to take you to the volcano, a short drive away. Your informative guide will be able to give you information about the volcano and the history of the island. In the crater of the volcano you will be able to feel the force of the lava rumbling deep beneath your feet. Witnessing the bubbling mud pools and steam geysers, you may think you have landed on the moon! Arriving back into the port you have the opportunity to visit the town of Mandraki. After a short walk through the narrow streets of blue and white painted houses, you can visit the monastery of Panagia Spiliani. This is one of the most beautiful monasteries in the Greek Islands. Returning to town you have time for lunch (not included) or some shopping, before embarking the boat at 4:00pm for your return to Kos.

Get off the beaten tourist path (literally) on a Land Rover Safari Tour of Kos. After hotel pick up, your small group will spend seven action-packed hours traversing thick vegetation and off-road routes to take you to some of the best panoramic views and lesser-known tourist spots.  Along the way, you’ll enjoy a traditional lunch served with wine, as well as locally prepared coffee. Finally, relax on the way back to your hotel.

Kos’ only traditional hammam (Turkish bath), Artemis Hammam and Spa sprawls over half an acre (2,000 square meters) of land in Tigaki village. Enjoy their signature Turkish bath experience—sauna, shock shower, full body scrub and full body foam massage—on this classic package. Your session includes use of towel, robe, locker and slippers (bring swimwear): upgrade to add round-trip hotel transfers.

Get more out of your time in Rhodes and see some of its most beautiful sights with this convenient private tour. Instead of being stuck on a crowded bus, opt for a cooler and more comfortable alternative—a tour in a private vehicle that’s equipped with onboard Wi-Fi. Sights visited include the Valley of the Butterflies, the Seven Springs Waterfall, and the pretty village of Lindos.

Ancient ruins, a sleepy mountain village and fine, local wine await you on this private, half-day tour of Kos Island. Explore the Asklepieion archaeological site and learn about ancient Greek medicine; make the most of free time at Zia, a village perched on the side of Mt Dikaios; and savor local wine at a family-run winery. Cap your tour at the Tree of Hippocrates, where the famous doctor once taught his students.

While in Greece, do as the Greeks do: spend a full day on a boat. Hop on the comfortable boat for this full-day tour exploring the sea and islands north of Kos. Enjoy the peaceful coves and quiet sandy beaches.

Take a break from the busy streets of Kos on a boat trip to Nissyros.  The trip includes round trip water transfer by boat, along with hotel pickup and drop-of. Once ashore, follow your guide to the active volcano and take in the impressive views of the island and sea.  Spend the afternoon exploring on your own at your own pace, before returning to Kos.

Depart from Kos Harbor in the morning for a full-day sailing tour north of Kos Island. Relax on board the boat during the 1-hour sail to Pserimos, a small island with only 60 inhabitants. Spend over an hour in Pserimos enjoying the sun, water and lovely views at the sandy beach. Relax in one of the local taverns, located directly on the beach. Continue to Pserimos at 12:30, and sail towards the small island of Plati. Anchor near the coast of the island to enjoy some free time to swim while the crew prepares lunch. Lunch will be served at around 14:00 and consists of traditional dishes such as souvlaki, Greek salad, tzatziki and fruit. Then, sail to Kalymnos and visit its capital at Pothia. Stroll down to one of the many sponge factories of Pothia. Kalymnos is renowned for its sponge divers. Learn the history and facts about sponge diving, and watch a demonstration of cutting and bleaching sponges. Then, enjoy plenty of free time to walk through the small streets of Pothia.

Travel 50 minutes from Kos port to visit another country and another continent. Discover Bodrum, or the ancient city of Halicarnassus, where Herodotus the Father of History, was born. Experience Turkish hospitality and culture on an incredible day trip.

Spend a day on the water on this full day adventure exploring smaller communities to the south of Kos in the Dodecanese islands. Depart from the local port to the island of Nisyros, a volcanic island that is home to the largest caldera in Europe. Then, on to the capital of Nisyros, Mandraki, for some shopping and free time. Return to the boat for lunch (included) and enjoy time to sunbathe or go for a swim before returning to Kardamena harbour.

Are you a fan of wildlife? Do you like to learn about the animals around you? Do you carry your camera or binoculars around? After scouting the island for four years, biologist George has started his wildlife spotting and photography walks with an ethical approach in mind. His goal is to show you birds, snakes, lizards and mammals with as little disturbance as possible. Depending on your preferences, we will meet in various locations of Kos Island to observe animals. Nature is unpredictable and there is also beauty to that. Every day is different, but we know what to expect from different locations.

Rather than mess around with public ferries and Turkish transportation, relax on a comprehensive guided package to Bodrum, Turkey’s answer to St. Tropez. After pickup from selected hotels, sail across the Aegean to Bodrum’s pretty port, then discover the city’s wonders, from landmarks like the Castle of St. Peter to the very best leather shops.

After passport control, you will board the boat for a pleasant 45 minute journey to Bodrum. This is a small town with a lovely marina and much history. Driving from the port to a small hill over the town, your informative guide will explain the history of the town. Continue to a large jewelry shop where you can see how all kinds of jewels are manufactured, and you have the opportunity to try out your haggling skills!You will be taken back into town where you have the rest of the day free to explore Bodrum. Your guide will be happy to steer you in the right direction if you are unsure of what you would like to do.Enjoy the time shopping and eating, or maybe with a visit to the castle. For a truly Turkish experience, you might like to visit a Turkish bath for a little pampering. Turkish bath has a special place in the Turkish tradition for hundred years. Relax in the steamy tradition Turkish bath while highly skilled masseurs work away the stresses and strains of hard work of the year.