Private Tour: Kos Island Highlights Including Zia, Asklepieion and Tree of Hippocrates
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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Pickup included
What's included in Private Tour: Kos Island Highlights Including Zia, Asklepieion and Tree of Hippocrates
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Asklepion
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.
Zia
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.
Hippocrates Tree
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.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private guide
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle and professional driver
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Asklepion
- 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
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Additional Information
You must contact the local service provider at least 48hrs before tour to be informed on the exact pickup time (meeting point will be provided on your confirmation voucher)
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
You MUST contact Achtypis Tours on [email protected] as soon as possible to receive all the necessary details for this tour Opening hours are: 09:00 - 14:00 Monday to Friday
