In a nutshell

On the trail of ancient medicine, discover the remains of the Asclepeion with your guide - the temple where the teachings of Hippocrates were followed. From the village of Zia, your gaze extends towards the sea, and the island's ancient charm is revealed among the eucalyptus, pine and olive trees. Here, you can experience the “healing power” of the beauty of Kos first hand.

Main stops

Asclepeion archaeological site: Interior visit
Plane Tree of Hippocrates; Village of Zia: photo stops

The programme

Get ready for a journey into the history of Kos, as you revisit the places where Hippocrates taught “the art of healing” to his students.
Here, there are two icons of modern medicine: the Plane Tree of Hippocrates and the Corinthian columns at the archaeological site of Asclepeion.
You'll soon see that even today, there is an air of solemnity about the place, while you will explore the rooms that once hosted the medical school with your guide, as well as the place of worship dedicated to the God Asclepius and the healing center.
As you climb the steps of the complex, the landscape begins to appear. But if you're looking for unforgettable views, head up into the mountains in the village of Zia: here,you'll realize just how much beauty the island is home to, with its long white beaches emerging from the sea and the dense Mediterranean scrub.
The time has come to end your tour: in the center of Kos, under the Plane Tree of Hippocrates, where doctors still come today to take their oaths.

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