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Guided Tour Of Kos Town Asclepeion And Zia With Wine Tasting
With the highlights of Kos, this adults-only tour showcases the variety of the island. In a small group 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. Start off with a guided visit to Kos town and its eye-catching harbor. Next, step back in time at ancient Asclepeion, which remains one of Greece's most important archaeological sites. You will have free time to explore and imagine Hippocrates, who was born in 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. You'll visit the mountain village of Zia, known for traditional architecture and wonderful views. After lunch in a typical restaurant, it's on to taste local wine at a wine factory, and at the end of the excursion, you have the chance to capture amazing photos at Kefalos village.
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- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 15 travelers
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Itinerary
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Kos Town
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. Start off with a guided visit to Kos town and its eye-catching harbor.
120 min - 2
Stop 2
Next, step back in time at ancient Asclepeion, which remains one of Greece's most important archaeological sites. Discover the site of the ancient Asclepeion healing sanctuary.
120 minAdmission included - 3
Zia
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.
120 min - 4
Kefalos
At the end of the excursion, you have the chance to capture amazing photos at Kefalos village at the south part of the island.
30 min
What's included
- Transport
- Wine tasting
- Lunch
- Guide
- Audio headsets
- Entrance fee to the Asclepeion
What's not included
- Extra drinks
Good to know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
- Bring sunblock
- Wear comfy shoes
- Total duration includes the transport
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
Guided Tour of Kos Town Asclepeion and Zia with Wine Tasting
Pickup included
Reviews
3.0 · 2 reviews
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