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From the Port of Kos: Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands

1. From the Port of Kos: Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands

Explore three islands on a full-day boat trip from Kos. Enjoy lunch on board and explore the islands of Kalymnos, Plati, and Pserimos with plenty of time to swim in the paradisical water. First, arrive at Vathi, a beautiful village on the island of Kalymnos. Enjoy the magnificent views of a natural fjord and take pictures of the surrounding gulfs and caves. Get 1 hour to explore its peaceful streets and try local specialties. Return to the boat for a buffet lunch with pork or chicken souvlaki, salad, tzatziki, and bread. There is also a vegetarian option with beans and dolmades instead of meat. After lunch, visit the fish farms nearby and look out for wild dolphins. Continue to Plati islet to jump in the turquoise waters and swim around the boat. Enjoy happy hour on board with refreshing cocktails at low prices. Finally, arrive at Pserimos island. Have 1 hour to explore the island at your own pace before returning to Kos in the evening.

From Kos: Cruise to Kalymnos, Pserimos, and Plati with Lunch

2. From Kos: Cruise to Kalymnos, Pserimos, and Plati with Lunch

Embark on a 3-island cruise on a pirate-style boat from the port of Kos. Visit the 3 beautiful islands of Kalymnos, Pserimos, and Plati and enjoy a traditional Greek BBQ lunch. While you visit the islands you can relax on board, or on the beach, swim in the crystal-clear waters, or use the snorkeling equipment to explore the vibrant marine life in the sea. On some days, you may be lucky to see curious dolphins swim next to the boat. Savor traditional Greek cuisine cooked freshly on board with a delicious BBQ lunch. Choose between chicken, pork, or fish, as well as vegan and vegetarian options.

Kos Town: Kalymnos & Pserimos Day Cruise & Optional Transfer

3. Kos Town: Kalymnos & Pserimos Day Cruise & Optional Transfer

Embark on a full-day boat tour around the islands north of Kos. Relax on the shores of pristine beaches, explore the islands, soak up the views from the boat, and enjoy lunch prepared by the crew. Choose from a tour with or without hotel pickup from select locations in Kos. Depart from Kos Harbor in the morning for a full-day sailing tour north of Kos Island. Relax on board the boat as you travel to Pserimos, a small island with only 60 inhabitants. Spend over an hour in Pserimos enjoying the sun, water, and lovely views on the sandy beach. Hang out in one of the local taverns located directly on the beach. Later, leave Pserimos and make your way toward the small island of Plati. Anchor near the coast of the island to enjoy some free time to swim while the crew prepares lunch. Savor a lunch of traditional Greek dishes such as souvlaki, Greek salad, tzatziki, and fruit. head to Vathy, one of the most beautiful fishing villages in the Dodecanese. Vathy looks like a fiord and lots of people go for a swim in the clear water of Rina. Join the locals in jumping off a cliff diving platform. If you like, treat yourself to a mouth-watering traditional seafood meal in one of the local taverns before heading back to your starting point.

Kos: Blue Lagoon Snorkeling Cruise by Speedboat

4. Kos: Blue Lagoon Snorkeling Cruise by Speedboat

Enjoy a relaxed day in the sea. Go swimmming, sunbathing and snorkelling. Go with your whole family, group of friends, acquaintances, on this day boat trip for an exploration in a beautiful blue lagoon with crystal clear water and snorkel around under the indirect supervision of our instructors. Our boat is in Kos harbour, 50 meters away from the Dolphins roundabout. And she departs every morning for the island of Pserimos, wind permit it and availability, at around 09:00 and we are back in Kos at around 14:00-14:30.

Roundtrip Minivan Transfer to Therma Natural Spa Beach

5. Roundtrip Minivan Transfer to Therma Natural Spa Beach

Take advantage of a transportation service from Kos Town, Lampi, Agios Fokas or Tigak and journey to the hot springs of Therma Beach. Benefit from hotel pick-up and avoid the hassle of public transportation or high local taxi fares. Upon arrival, get 3 hours to relax on the beach and in the sulfur hot springs before the return journey to your hotel. Soothe your aches and experience the high temperatures of the pool mixed with the cold water from the sea. Get a natural therapy for your skin, joints, respiration and gynecological organs for the ultimate indulgence.

Kos: Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour

6. Kos: Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour

Get to know Kos at your own pace on this interactive scavenger hunt walking tour played on your phone. Decipher riddles, interact with the most important attractions of the city, and unlock interesting facts and legends. An ideal outdoor activity for first time visitors, couples, groups, families, and children. Can be used as a great team-building activity. Become your own guide by downloading the tour app. After downloading the scavenger hunt tour on your mobile device, use the mobile app and integrated maps to reach 10 of Kos' most important attractions on foot. At each stop, learn about the attraction and solve a location-based riddle that can only be solved if you reach the specific location. Use logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to unlock the correct code and reveal the next destination of the city sightseeing game. Start your tour at the much-photographed statue of Hippocrates. Visit the central Liberty Square, which will bring life to your tour, while the Odeon of Kos awaits you to admire it in its ancient glory. Take a photo of the imposing exhibits of the Kos Folklore Museum, and learn about ancient Antigoras. The legend of the name and the birth of Kos will take you on a journey. Learn about the mix of architectural spectrums found in multicultural Kos. Admire the Plane Tree of Hippocrates where it is said that the father of Western Medicine used to heal. See, walk, and relax at the Castle of the Knights. Its incredible history and magnificent views will be the icing on the cake of this tour. At each stop, learn about the attraction and work on a location-based riddle that can only be solved if you reach the specific location. Use logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to unlock the correct code and reveal the next destination of the tour. As you walk through the city, enjoy the flexibility to pause your game at any time to take a break, snap the perfect photos, stop for lunch, or visit a museum. Choose to continue the tour later or save the rest for another day. Start playing anytime.

From Kos: Roundtrip Ferry Ticket to Bodrum

7. From Kos: Roundtrip Ferry Ticket to Bodrum

In only 30 minutes from the port of Kos, you have the chance to visit another country, another continent. Bodrum is ancient Halicarnassus, one of the most important cities of antiquity. Here is where Herodotus, the Father of History, was born. The first image of the port will steal your heart. White houses built amphitheatrically, dozens of sailboats and yachts, plus one of the most imposing castles in the world compose your first impression. After ID or passport control at the customs, you are free to get to know the city, as you choose, until departure time (16:30). You can visit the famous Castle that was built by the Knights of St. John and walk through the ancient Greek city of Halicarnassus. Bodrum offers significant and marvelling sights, such as the Windmills and the ancient Greek Theatre of 13000 seats. The Castle is worth visiting and you should spend time in the Museum of Underwater Antiquities there, where you can find the biggest collection of amphorae in the world and impressive shipwrecks. Do not miss any of the four Castle Towers, German, English, French and Gatineau, each has something unique to offer you apart from the magnificent view. The Mausoleum of Halicarnassus is also worth visiting. You will only see ruins but you can take pride in witnessing one of the Seven Wonders of the World. If you are not antiquity lovers, take a stroll through the city “sokaks” (small streets), get to know the local cuisine, have a Turkish coffee or tea at a traditional coffee shop, try “kebab” and other traditional “mezedes” and if you have a sweet tooth, Kazandibi, one of the most popular Turkish delights, will excite you. A really big bazaar awaits you if you like walking, crowds and bargaining for a better price. You can find anything imaginable there, from all kinds of souvenirs, folk art and crafts to clothing and food. Experience intense scents and images at the stalls with flavorings and spices. You will find it hard to resist buying something but beware of clothing brands, as they may seem cheap but are not necessarily genuine. Many stallholders accept euros and almost everyone speaks Greek or English. After all this intense wandering around the city, you will need some relaxation. If you have the time, an authentic oriental Hamam bath, near the bus station, awaits you for a full package of relaxation, wellness and fun which includes sauna, scrub, hamam and body massage among other services. As the heat in Bodrum can be insufferable in summer, do not forget a bottle of water and wear a hat and comfortable walking shoes.

From Bodrum: Roundtrip Ferry Ticket to Kos

8. From Bodrum: Roundtrip Ferry Ticket to Kos

Just 30 minutes from the port of Bodrum, you can visit Kos in Greece, which is the second most popular island of the Dodecanese. Kos has a 5,000 years long history and has been influenced by many cultures, such as the Ancient Greeks, the Romans, the Venetians, the medieval Knights, and the Ottomans. Thanks to the remains of all these cultures, sightseeing is one of the best things to do on the island. The most important of them is Asklepieion, one of the top holistic healing centers of the ancient world, which followed the medical guidelines of Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine. Other sights worth visiting include churches, Neratzia medieval castle, the ancient Greek Agora, and Antimachia Castle. One of the recommended activities to do is cycling. It’s not a surprise that Kos is also known as the “Cycling island”, as bicycling is a very popular means of transportation there. There’s also a 13 km long cycling road, ideal for bike strolls, starting from Faros beach and ending at Psalidi beach! Apart from the cycling road, though, there are many mountain cycling trails, ideal for cycling in nature! What can we say about its beaches? The options are endless! Sandy, shingly, crowded, secluded, organized, unorganized… There’s a beach for every taste and they are all easily accessible. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit some of the island's best seashores, such as Kardamena beach, Tigaki beach, Mastichari beach, Marmari beach, and Kefalos beach. Kos also offers a great variety of Greek traditional food, nightlife and local stores. Get ready for an unforgettable trip to Kos!

Kos Town: Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise with Swimming Stops

9. Kos Town: Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise with Swimming Stops

Go on a cruise on a glass-bottom boat in Kos Town and get acquainted with the underwater world. Enjoy views of Kos and Pserimos and soak in the Greek sun as you sail the seas. Enjoy a drink onboard, and take a peek at the sealife under the boat from the glass-bottom decks. Stop for a swim. Begin your tour by meeting in Kos Town and boarding the boat. After setting off, enjoy the ride by grabbing yourself a drink from the bar (not included in the price) and sitting on the top deck and soaking up the sun. Wander over to the boat’s shaded area if the sun gets too much. Head to one of the boat’s two glass-bottom viewing areas. Have fun looking down into the deep blue waters, and let the kids entertain themselves trying to spot different creatures. Pay special attention as you pass by an old shipwreck. Make a stop halfway through and go for a swim in the sea.

Kos: City Introduction in-App Guide & Audio

10. Kos: City Introduction in-App Guide & Audio

Walk through a beautiful route of the city, discover hidden gems and visit 10+ of the most important attractions and spots. Learn some introductory information about each place and interesting stories about the city in general. Download the ‘World City Trail ‘app from the store and login. Read the instructions and head to the starting location. Unlock photos of the exterior and the interior of the location. Listen or read some information regarding the attraction and continue walking to the next checkpoint. Note what you liked and did not like and create your bucket list for the next days! Start your walk any time, without a schedule. Pause it for lunch, have a drink, visit an attraction of your choice, and continue later or even another day. With the maps feature, you will never get lost. Start your tour at the much-photographed statue of Hippocrates! Visit the central Liberty Square which will bring life to your tour, while the Odeon of Kos awaits you to admire it in its ancient glory. Take a photo of the imposing exhibits of the Kos Folklore Museum, and learn about ancient Antigoras. The legend of the name and the birth of Kos will take you on a journey. Learn about the mix of architectural spectrums found in multicultural Kos. Admire the Plane Tree of Hippocrates where it is said that the father of Western Medicine used to heal. See, walk and relax at the Castle of the Knights, which with its incredible history and magnificent views will be the icing on the cake of this tour!

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What people are saying about Kos Town

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4.7 / 5

based on 2,953 reviews

From young to old, there were many people on the boat, the atmosphere was exuberant and always great, which of course was due to the great crew! Lunch was delicious and the highlight of the day was definitely the last stop: jumping/sliding straight into the sea and swimming in the turquoise water. Huge recommendation for the tour

Loved it, amazing way to see the other islands and great value for money. Really worth it.

100% recommend had a great time on our boat trip was the best day of our holiday

amazing trip! get there early to get a space on the top deck. staff were fab!

It was a mega nice Trip. Thanks the best crew ever