GREECE · THE ISLANDS
The Greek classics.
The 15 most popular kos tours in Greece, with what each one is really like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.
Full-day Odyssey cruise from Kos to Kalymnos, Plati and Pserimos with swim stops, Greek buffet lunch and possible dolphin spotting.
“Amazing food! Enough time to stop and have a look round the islands. So cheap considering everything that is included”
Pirate-style 3-island cruise from Kos with BBQ lunch, snorkeling gear, and a waterslide stop at Plati. Great value for sun-and-swim days.
“Great atmosphere with the other people on the boat, staff all really friendly, music playing, it felt like a little party in between the islands! Which are stunning. Amazing day 100% recommend 🥰”
Nisyros volcano crater walk, Mandraki stroll, and the Panagia Spiliani monastery on a well-run day trip from Kos.
“Excellent from start to finish! Martha's English was brilliant, she is a fantastic guide! Thoroughly enjoyed the day, would highly recommend 😁”
7-hour Kos cruise to Kalymnos and two islands with onboard BBQ lunch, dolphin sightings, swimming, and low-price cocktails.
“Great day out and good value for money. Seating was a little uncomfortable compared to some of the swankier boats but more authentic for it. Time at each island is limited due to travelling time but a great way to see the islands and dolphins. The lunch provided was basic but perfectly adequate.”
Sail north of Kos on the POSEIDON boat. Swim at Pserimos and Plati, enjoy lunch, then cool off in Vathy’s Rina.
“Really great trip! My boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed. Really well priced and the crew are super friendly. Would recommend!”
Lido Water Park near Kos delivers big slides, a serious wave pool, and an easy family day out, with optional Kos-region transfers.
“We had an amazing day out! Highly recommend for families. €5 for a locker was naughty though!”
Sail from Kos on Captain Hook’s wooden yacht for dolphin watching, Greek lunch, and swimming on Platy, Kalymnos, and Pserimos.
“Lovely trip! Islands were fantastic, beautiful scenery. Staff were very friendly, worked hard and were entertaining. Well worth doing!”
Pirate-boat cruise from Kos visiting Pserimos, Kalymnos and Plati with swimming, a water-slide and grilled lunch for about $31.
“Loved the first stop at the beach. The beach is beautiful. The music was great. The vibe was really good. The main man is hilarious and very helpful. Really recommend this trip. Lots to see but very chilled and fun.”
Kos 3-island cruise with smartphone audio guide, Wi-Fi, restroom, and included Greek lunch. Scan for dolphins and swim at Platy.
“Definitely recommend, great staff and a really fun day. Brilliant value for money with great food. Loved that happy hour was longer than an hour as well”
A 3-island cruise from Kos on the Santa Maria with free phone audio guide, BBQ lunch, swims, and chances to spot dolphins.
“We had a wonderful day!! Boat trip was amazing with good food, cocktails🫶🏼 & a reallyyyy good vieuw!😜 Everyone from the crew were so kind & we had a good time with them! Thankyou guys!!!!”
5-hour Kos jeep or quad off-road tour with drinks, a mountain café stop, and traditional pita gyros lunch from Moto Harley Safari.
“Would do this all over again! Absolutely amazing experience! Me and my mum had done a similar thing when we visited Crete and wanted to do the same in Kos as it’s a great way to see the island and explore lots of places and see lots of sites in one day. We couldn’t find…”
Kos Town glass-bottom speedboat cruise to a shipwreck and the Pserimos blue lagoon, with swimming stops and big value for families.
“It was a lot of fun and the staff were good with the children. Lots of time to snorkel and go down the slide into the sea, we enjoyed jumping off the side of the boat into the sea. Saw lots of fish by the boat and swam ashore the beautiful beach. The boat takes…”
Ride calm horses along Kos beaches with an English-speaking guide, pickup, photos, and a salt-lake detour for $88 in 1 hour.
“The best experience. The guides were so lovely and friendly and the beach was beautiful. Made me & my partner feel comfortable first time riding and would definitely recommend.”
Kos winery tour with transport and tastings at two estates. Learn winemaking, enjoy paired bites, and buy bottles to take home.
“Antonis, our driver was excellent. Navigating mopeds, buggies, coaches, walkers and many bicycles. Can't praise him enough. The wineries were excellent, bought some delish Moscato wine. Thoroughly enjoyed the trip.”
Kos island highlights bus tour with hotel transfers, Asklepion history, Zia village time, and Greek honey tasting, plus Kefalos bay views.
“Excelente tour, the guide Constantine was amazing and knew so much history and different facts about Kos. So educated really one of the best tour guides we ever had.”
