Kefalos and Zia tour including wine and honey tastings
Excursions & day trips

Kefalos and Zia tour including wine and honey tastings

4.2/5
Excellent
Based on 203 reviews
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£50.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • It's a full-day tour of Kos that takes it in the island's historic roots and traditional flavours
  • You have the chance to visit the Asklepieion archaeological site to see an ancient healing temple
  • There's local wine to taste at a winery and the island's liquid gold to sample at a honey factory
  • You'll visit the mountain village of Zia and you can grab lunch or hit the beach in Kefalos
  • Your local guide is an expert on the history, legends and landscapes of Kos
What to expect

This tour showcases the best of Kos in just one day. You'll see the archaeological site of Asklepieon and the pretty hilltop village of Zia. And if that wasn't enough, there'll be a chance to taste local wines and honey, too. Sophia, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘The Asklepieon of Kos was dedicated to Asklepius, the Greek god of healing and medicine, and it was known as a healing sanctuary in ancient times. The peaceful surroundings and the extensive gardens would have been calming and rejuvenating for patients.'

The sands of time may have changed ancient Asklepieon, but it remains one of Greece's most important archaeological sites. According to tradition, Hippocrates, who was born on the island of Kos, received his medical education and practiced at the Asklepieon. Among the attractions are the remains of the world's first hospital, where doctors learned about medicine from Hippocrates, and made the first hub for medical research.

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. Here you'll taste the local kanelada drink and have the chance to look around the craft shops and find somewhere for lunch. What's more, there's a tour and tasting session at a winery, alongside a visit to the seaside town of Kefalos, where you'll have free time to explore or relax on the beach. And to really sweeten-up your day, you'll get to sample the local honey, too.

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Headset and Asclepeion App with 3D imagery
  • check Kanelada drink in Zia
  • check Wine tasting
What to remember
  • Lunch and other drinks are not included
  • Just so you know, the entrance to the archaeological site of Asklepieon is an optional extra that needs to be paid on the day, so remember to bring some cash
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Provider
TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA, with Tax Number 094469778 and Travel License Number 0261Ε60000126100
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.2/5

Based on 203 reviews from verified customers

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  • Mani

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

  • Alek

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Wycieczka nie jest warta wych pieniedzy, bilety do Asclepionu powinny byc juz zawarte w cenie tej wycieczki

  • Isa

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Belle découverte de l île Bien timé Guide de qualité ********** organisation

  • Cyril

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    Je trouve que c’est un attrape touristes. Visite d’une culture d aloe vera, à la fin tu peux acheter. Visite d’un exploitant de ruche idem. Rien d’int ...

  • Lecoustre

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

  • Traveller

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Travelled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

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