Kos

Golden sandy shores, lush Cypress groves, whitewashed houses, mountain villages and fertile plains are plentiful on the holiday island of Kos. But if it’s a more energetic pace you are seeking, the nightlife in some resorts will suit even the most hardened party goers! Hippocrates, ‘the father of medicine’ is believed to have founded the first medical school on the island. A remedy strongly recommended for any type of relaxation would surely have to be a visit to the beautiful island of Kos.
Location
Holidays on Kos feature a long narrow island close to the coast of Turkey with 25 miles of fine beaches and a typically Greek hot sunny climate. Kos holidays are particularly popular with British sunseekers seeking the perfect package holiday to the Greek islands. Many Kos holidays are based in the two major Kos resorts of Kardamaena and Kos Town. Kos hotels are concentrated in beach resorts like Lambi and Psalidi on the popular east coast. More tranquil Kos holidays are offered in the smaller resorts of the north coast. Kos holidays owe their popularity to plentiful sandy Kos beaches. Many Kos beaches offer exciting watersports and professional scuba diving courses. Holidays to Kos offer plenty of excursions through olive groves and mountains to visit hot springs and charming small villages like Lagoudi and Zia. Enjoy daily boat trips to the neighbouring islands of Patmos, Kalymnos and unspoilt Nissyros. And to make your holidays in Kos unforgettable, there are popular day excursions to Turkey.

Beaches
Holidays to Kos. The beaches on Kos are some of the most beautiful in the Dodecanese islands. The great majority of the beaches in Kos are sandy with crystalline blue waters. The picturesque landscape makes it even more appealing. many of the beaches in Kos are organized and offer an array of products and services. Kardamena beach located 22 kilometers south of Kos town Beach stretches for over three kilometres. It has fine white sand and crystalline emerald waters with sunbeds, taverns, hotels.Kefalos beach located 43 kilometers from Kos town fine sandy beach with beautiful, crystalline blue waters. Lambi Beach Located in the proximity of Kos town It is an organised sandy beach with umbrellas and sunbeds rentals as well as various restaurants, snack bars and cafes. Marmari Beach located 15 kilometers from Kos town fine sandy beach with sunbeds, umbrellas, taverns, cafes, and water sport equipment rental.

Dining Out
Kos Holidays. You can’t holiday on the beautiful island of Kos without trying a little of the rich Greek cuisine. Plenty of friendly quality Greek restaurants and authentic tavernas are spread all over Kos island and offer a superb dining experience to savour.Many restaurants and cafes are concentrated mainly in the tourist resorts of Kos and near to the most popular beaches in Kos, such as Lambi Beach and Marmari Limnaria Beach, serving very flavoursome dishes, with an unmistakable Mediterranean style, often quite similar to Italian cuisine. You will be spoilt for choice whilst dining out in island of Kos.

Shopping

Holidays in Kos with it’s impressive variety of goods to offer shoppers, Exquisite jewelery, fine ceramics, and high quality leather goods. Most of the popular shops in Kos to find are located mainly at all tourist areas. Tourist shops are open 9 am-10 pm. 7 days the week, which leaves you with ample time after the beach to relax and unwind, before visiting the interesting and plentiful shops available on this beautiful Greek island.

Out & About in Kos

Beaches in Kos
The fantastic beaches in Kos are the main attraction, with the island offering everything from family friendly beaches lined with plenty of cafes, restaurants and amenities, to quiet coves perfect for secluded sunbathing. Visit the sulphur waters of the hot springs on Kos for a therapeutic dip.

Island-hopping in Kos
Discover the charm of the Dodecanese Islands and try some island-hopping by taking a trip to Kalymnos, Rhodes or Leros. Visit either one of these interesting islands by catamaran, ferry or hydrofoil, or if you fancy Turkey it’s just a 30 minute trip.

Sailing and boat trips in Kos
Take to the seas and cruise around the coastline, passing by the stunning beaches and rocky shores. Whether you charter a private yacht with a skipper and crew, or just enjoy a short boat trip from the marina, it’s a great way to relax and see the charm and beauty of the island.

Water sports in Kos
The warm waters of the Aegean and the golden beaches around Kos offer plenty of facilities for the sports-enthusiast. Choose from water-skiing, wakeboarding, parascending, kitesurfing or speed boat hire, or try wind surfing, jet-skiing and banana boat rides with the family.

Other activities in Kos
Away from the beaches, the resorts offer a range of sporting activities to try, with facilities for tennis, volleyball, go-karting, horse-riding and even bungee-jumping on the island. Kos is also home to one of the largest water parks in Greece, offering numerous attractions, pools and slides.

Cycling and hiking in Kos
Being fairly flat, Kos is ideal for exploring by bike, with cyclists discovering the beautiful scenery and countryside that lies off the beaten track. The natural landscape, with its gentle mountains, verdant forests and coastal plains, is also great for walkers and hikers.

Sights in Kos
Steeped in history, Kos boasts many interesting sights to see, including the fascinating ancient hospital of Asklepion, the plane tree of Hippocrates, Neratzia Castle and the ruins at Thesi Palatia. From a lively day out exploring the vibrant and bustling streets of the capital Kos Town, to a taste of Greek tradition strolling around a remote unspoilt village, the island of Kos offers something for everyone.

Resorts in Kos
Kardamena, Kefalos, Kos Town, Kos Marmari, Psalidi.