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.
“We had an absolutely fantastic day! Such good value for money, the caption and his staff were so lovely and helpful. The views were 10/10, a nice pace to the day was set. I would love to do it all over again 🌞”
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.
“We had the best time ! The crew were amazing. Be prepared for a day of dancing,laughing, drinking and lots of sun☀️”
Nisyros volcano crater walk, Mandraki stroll, and the Panagia Spiliani monastery on a well-run day trip from Kos.
“Very lovely day, great weather, great host and smooth transportation!”
7-hour Kos cruise to Kalymnos and two islands with onboard BBQ lunch, dolphin sightings, swimming, and low-price cocktails.
“Really enjoyed our three island tour, lovely boat and great crew. We have a four year old who could join in with everything. Good music with a bar but all family friendly. Saw lots of dolphins too! Thank you”
Sail north of Kos on the POSEIDON boat. Swim at Pserimos and Plati, enjoy lunch, then cool off in Vathy’s Rina.
“Had a lovely day out with a lovely atmosphere, the staff were amazing! So helpful and really fun and energetic, lots of dancing and getting the guests/passengers involved, swimming/snorkelling opportunities on lovely islands in the gorgeous weather, the sea is crystal clear and absolutely beautiful, drinks not included but priced at a great price and…”
Lido Water Park near Kos delivers big slides, a serious wave pool, and an easy family day out, with optional Kos-region transfers.
“Really excellent park. Well run and not too busy. Lots of space, beds and rides. Getting a taxi back was tricky, but reception as helpful as they could be. Beautiful place.”
Sail from Kos on Captain Hook’s wooden yacht for dolphin watching, Greek lunch, and swimming on Platy, Kalymnos, and Pserimos.
“Absolutely incredible and would highly recommend to everybody visiting Kos!!!! This was the highlight of our entire trip (7 days in Kos) and just made our holiday. All of the staff were super friendly and polite, and the lady who makes the announcements on the boat had a great sense of humour. The cocktails were…”
Pirate-boat cruise from Kos visiting Pserimos, Kalymnos and Plati with swimming, a water-slide and grilled lunch for about $31.
“End of season, very relaxed and having a really good experience.”
Kos 3-island cruise with smartphone audio guide, Wi-Fi, restroom, and included Greek lunch. Scan for dolphins and swim at Platy.
“10/10 experience, would higjly recommend! Crew were fabulous and the boat was great. There were a mix of couples and families and everyone had a great time. There was music on the boat, cheap (and delicious) cocktails and plenty of room for everyone. The lunch was very good also, just had to pay for drinks…”
A 3-island cruise from Kos on the Santa Maria with free phone audio guide, BBQ lunch, swims, and chances to spot dolphins.
“Boat was lovely. Food was nice. Toilets lovely and clean. Staff very friendly and helpful. Saw some lovely islands.”
5-hour Kos jeep or quad off-road tour with drinks, a mountain café stop, and traditional pita gyros lunch from Moto Harley Safari.
“We liked this tour because it takes you off the beaten path, and delivers great views. Maybe in time the jeeps could be fitted with receiving communication devices so that the leader can inform the group about surroundings. We did have a great time, thank you.”
Kos Town glass-bottom speedboat cruise to a shipwreck and the Pserimos blue lagoon, with swimming stops and big value for families.
“Nice Cruise, good service, one of my kids didn't want to swim, so they helped him fish instead😊”
Ride calm horses along Kos beaches with an English-speaking guide, pickup, photos, and a salt-lake detour for $88 in 1 hour.
“Really enjoyed everything about this activity. The horses where fab, the guides was fab and the transport perfect. My partner had never ridden a horse and was abit nervous to start and by the end he was trotting away on his horse. Highly recommend, great value for money and a lovely little stable. They also…”
Kos winery tour with transport and tastings at two estates. Learn winemaking, enjoy paired bites, and buy bottles to take home.
“Pick up from hotel was on time. Small group. Excellent guide within Vinery. Superb wines and nibbles. Unfortunately it rained (end Oct) so we were inside the two establishments.”
Kos island highlights bus tour with hotel transfers, Asklepion history, Zia village time, and Greek honey tasting, plus Kefalos bay views.
“Excellent day trip of Kos. Saw all the main sights. Guide was very informative.”
