Leros Day Trip from Kos: The Byzantine Castle and Italian Bays

Inner courtyard of Casa Romana. Kos, Greece

Leros lies north of Kos and Kalymnos in the Dodecanese chain. A deeply indented island of quiet bays and a powerful Italian-era heritage that sets it apart from its busier neighbours. Ferries link Kos Town to Leros in the high season, with the crossing taking around two to three hours depending on the vessel and … Read more

Patmos Day Trip from Kos: The Holy Island of the Apocalypse

Inner courtyard of Casa Romana. Kos, Greece

Patmos, a small holy island in the northern Dodecanese, makes a rewarding day trip from Kos when the sea is calm and the start is early. The fast catamaran links Kos Town with Skala, the port of Patmos, in roughly 2 to 3 hours. Opening the door to the Monastery of Saint John, the Cave … Read more

Bodrum Day Trip from Kos: Crossing to Turkey by Boat

Nike, Kardamaina. Kos, Geece

Bodrum sits on the Turkish coast directly across the strait from Kos, visible on clear days from the island’s northern beaches. Passenger boats depart Kos Town harbour for Bodrum throughout the tourist season, covering the distance in around twenty to forty-five minutes depending on vessel and sea conditions. The journey crosses an international border between … Read more