Top Kos Half-day Tours

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.

Climb aboard at Kos for a boat tour to the fascinating volcanic island of Nisyros. Reach the picturesque harbour of the island after about an hour and discover the traditional way of life and authenticity of the island. The bus takes you up a winding road until you reach the largest accessible volcanic crater in Europe. On the way up you will see a rugged landscape with strange trees and shrubs on one side, while you enjoy the magnificent view of the sea and the surrounding islands on the other. Once at the top admire the view of the active volcano crater – four kilometres in diameter – and look out onto a unique lunar landscape. In the afternoon stroll through the narrow streets of the port of Mandraki, enjoy a traditional lunch in one of the many traditional taverns or visit the famous monastery. Be enchanted by the magic of the island.

Your first stop is Vathi, a beautiful village on the island Kalymnos. The boat enters a magnificent natural fjord and as the valley of Vathi is slowly revealed, you have the chance to take pictures of the surrounding gulfs and caves. You will have 1 hour to explore When you return to the boat, a buffet lunch will be ready for you. The normal menu is pork or chicken Souvlaki, salad, tzatziki and bread. There is also a vegetarian option with beans and dolmades instead of meat. Next stop is Plati islet. The boat anchors close to the land and once the engines stop, you can jump in and swim around the boat. The sea is unbelievably clear, meaning you can easily notice the sandy bottom through the blue and turquoise waters. Meanwhile, on the boat, happy hour will start and the barman will serve refreshing cocktails at low prices. The last stop is Pserimos island. Explore, swim on the shallow, sandy beach, discover hidden paths or just relax at a local cafeteria or taverns

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.

Charming Zia in the southernmost slope, whose superb location makes it the perfect spot for viewing spectacular sunsets and gazing at the nearby islands of Kalymnos and Pserimos as well as the Turkish coast in the distance. During the summer the settlement of Zia is bursting with activity from the countless visitors who come to taste local delicacies served in charming traditional taverns, to purchase unique local products and souvenirs and to stroll through the cobblestone alleyways all the way up to its crystal-clear fresh water springs, the most well-known of which is Kefalovrisi.

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.

Experience the scenic beauty of Mt. Dikaios on this heart-pumping off-road excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, hop in a Land Rover for a sunset adventure into the hills. Climb more than 1,000 feet to enjoy magnificent views of Nisiros, Kalimnos, and Kos Island, Turkey, then cruise through a beautiful forest and enjoy a complimentary rooftop dinner.

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.

Experience the healing hot spring waters at Therma Beach with a private transfer service from Kos Town and surroundings. Avoid the lines for local taxis and get 3 hours to indulge in a natural spa treatment.

Go on a half-day Sunset sailing adventure in the Aegean Sea. Visit the Mythical island of Delos. Relax at the beach, snorkel in the beautiful turquoise water. Enjoy lunch, dinner, wine, and hotel pickup and drop-off included in the tour price. - Sail and explore the islands of Rhenia and Delos. - Enjoy flexible departure times to suit your travel schedule and interests. - Kick back at picturesque Aegean beaches and check out Apollo’s birthplace - Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.

Get acquainted with Kos on this private, half-day tour around the island. Discover the mountainside village of Zia at your own pace; drink local wine at a sun-kissed, family-run winery in the Greek hills; and explore the pretty village Pyli with your very own guide. Then, cap your tour with visits to the famous Tree of Hippocrates and the Museum of Antimacheia.