Private Tour: Kos Island Highlights Including Zia, Asklepieion and Tree of Hippocrates
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Private Tour: Kos Island Highlights Including Zia, Asklepieion and Tree of Hippocrates
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Dec 17
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Dec 18
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Dec 19
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Option 1
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USD 1,221.56
Highlights
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.
Itinerary
Asklepion
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedThis 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
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeOur 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
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeAs 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.KTIMA AKRANI (Triantafyllopoulos Winery)
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedGuests will taste four different wines from their collection, with each wine paired with a local product bite. The wine guide will serve the tastings around the table
What's included
INCLUDED
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Wine tasting
Private guide
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle and professional driver
NOT INCLUDED
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Asklepion
Customer reviews
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
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
Location
Address
Kos Town, Greece 853 00
Provider
Achtypis Tours
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