Kos Island Highlights Private Tour
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore Kos in comfort on a private, fully personalized sightseeing ride. Your English-speaking Welcome Driver will guide you at your own pace, sharing local stories, tips, and insights to help you discover the island beyond typical tourist routes. The journey begins with pickup from your accommodation and heads first to Asklepion, an ancient healing sanctuary linked to Hippocrates. Continue to Zia, a traditional mountain village with charming streets, craft shops, and panoramic views. Then visit Kefalos, a picturesque coastal village with dramatic sea vistas and whitewashed houses. Optionally, enjoy a Greek honey tasting, experiencing one of the island’s authentic local traditions. After exploring Kos’s historic sites, scenic villages, and coastal landscapes, your driver will return you comfortably to your accommodation, completing a relaxed and memorable private tour of the island.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Fuel and Tolls
- Water
- WiFi on board
- Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
- All taxes and handling charges
What's not
- Meals and beverages
- Tips and Gratuities
Itinerary
Asklepion. The Asklepion of Kos is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece and a symbol of the island’s ancient medical heritage. Built in the 4th century BC, it functioned as a healing sanctuary dedicated to Asclepius, the god of medicine. Visitors can explore impressive terraces, ancient temples, and ruins that once formed a thriving center of healing and learning. The site also offers beautiful views across the island and the nearby Turkish coastline.
Zia is the most famous mountain village on Kos, known for its charming atmosphere and breathtaking panoramic views. Nestled on the slopes of Mount Dikeos, the village is filled with traditional houses, small artisan shops, and inviting cafés. Visitors often wander through its narrow streets while enjoying local products such as herbs, handmade crafts, and sweets. The elevated location also makes Zia one of the best viewpoints on the island.
Kefalos is a beautiful village located on a hill overlooking one of the most scenic bays on Kos. This traditional settlement offers whitewashed houses, winding streets, and spectacular views of the Aegean Sea. Nearby beaches and dramatic coastal landscapes make the area one of the most photogenic parts of the island. It’s a wonderful place to enjoy authentic island scenery away from the busier resort areas.
Optional Greek Honey Tasting, Kos has a long tradition of beekeeping, and local honey is considered one of the island’s most beloved products. During this stop, visitors can discover the rich flavours of Greek honey while learning about traditional honey production methods. Different varieties often reflect the island’s unique flora, including thyme and wild herbs. It’s a delightful opportunity to taste authentic local products and take home a sweet memory of Kos.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Welcome Pickups
- 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 5-7 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
- Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
- Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance, or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative or a refund if the tickets are included in the price.
How it compares in Kos
- Its from-price is 288% above the median of the 96 experiences we list in Kos.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Kos
Kos is a Greek island in the Dodecanese close to the Turkish coast, with ancient ruins, sandy beaches and a knights' castle at the harbour.
Kos lies close to the Turkish coast, with Kos Town on its north shore, where a castle of the Knights of St John guards the harbour and palms line the waterfront. The town is also a living archaeological site, with Roman mosaics, the ancient agora and a restored Roman house. Hippocrates, the father of medicine, is said to have been born on the island, and a huge old plane tree in town is named after him.
Top-ranked sights in Kos: Eleftherias Square.
