Sunday, 29 May 2011Nisyros Island Toursocial programmeDeparts from Neptune Resort8:45 AM - 5:00 PMNisyros Island is a unique volcanic islandin the southeast Aegean Sea, with richand extremely diverse flora and fauna. Inthe volcano area there is one of the bestpreservedcraters. Programme commencesfrom the Neptune Hotel transferring bycoach to Kardamena Harbour to embarkon the boat and depart at 9.00 am for afull day trip. After 1 hour journey arrivein Nisyros and transfer by bus from theharbour to the volcano and then on footto the crater with the ‘blow holes’ wheresteam escapes and also where mud hasbeen bubbling away from under the surface.After returning to Chora, a walk andvisit of the ancient cliff face Monastery“Panagia Spiliani”. There will be plenty oftime in Chora where you can have lunchin one of the traditional tavernas, walk inthe village of Mandraki or shopping in thelittle shops of the town. Leaving Nisyros ataround 4.00 pm the boat will arrive back atKardamena Harbour in Kos at 5.00 pm fortransfer back to the hotel in time to prepareand be ready for the evening’s formalities.Delegates are advised to wear comfortableshoes suitable for uneven terrain; a sun hatand sunscreen are recommended. Lunch isnot included in tour cost.Cost:$180 Adult $90 ChildMonday, 30 May 2011Hippocratic OathRe-enactment and DineAroundDeparts from Neptune Resort6:00 PM - 10:00 PMAt 6.00 PM buses will leave the hotel totransfer participants to the Asclepeion for aprivate opening. On our arrival we will payhomage to this sacred archaeological sitewith an explanatory tour. The Asclepeion isan ancient medical centre to the south-eastof the town of Kos and dates from the firsthalf of the 3rd century BC. It was built tohonour the god of health and medicine,Asclepeios, after the death of the famousancient <strong>Greek</strong> physician, Hippocrates. Thephysicians of this hospital were also priestsand sanctuary was available for everyonewho wanted to pray. This hill top locationalso affords excellent views of the townof Kos, and surrounds. Subsequently are-enactment of the Hippocratic Oath willtake place. After the ceremony, the participantswill be transferred to the city ofKos for a dine around dinner, with coachesthen returning to the hotel from 10.00pmas they fill.Delegates are advised to wear comfortableshoes suitable for uneven terrain. Dinner isnot included in tour cost.Tuesday, 31 May 2011City Sights TourDeparts from Neptune Resort2:00 PM - 6:30 PMAfter time for a quick lunch, Delegateswill leave the hotel at 2.00 pm and drivetowards Kos Town. The guided tour of thecity of Kos and its monuments starts withthe visit in the “West excavation zone”.There are the foundations of the ancientgymnastic ground “ Xysto”. Just oppositethe “Xysto”, is the “ Roman Odeon”, awell-constructed roman theatre built in the3rd century BC and excavated in 1929.Walking through the small streets of Kosold town, reach the Liberty’s square andthe Kos Museum. Afterwards, walkingthrough the ancient “agora” to the squareof Hippocrates’ Plane Tree, the oldest treein Europe, under the shade of which theFather of Medicine taught his students,where our tour of the historical features ofKos finishes. There will be some free timeto stroll in the old town for shopping orto enjoy a coffee in the picturesque <strong>Greek</strong>Cafes, before returning to the hotel around6.30 pm.Delegates are advised to wear comfortableshoes suitable for uneven terrain; a sun hatand sunscreen are recommended.Sunday, 29 May 2011Welcome ReceptionNeptune Resort -Vienna Bar8:00 PM - 10:30 PMThe <strong>Conference</strong> will be formally opened inthe <strong>Conference</strong> theatre. Delegates are theninvited to join the <strong>Conference</strong> Committee,meet up with other Delegates and enjoy acocktail reception and <strong>Greek</strong> hospitality atthe Vienna Bar, at the Neptune Hotel.Cost is included in registration fee for delegates& registered accompanying persons.Guests: Adult $200 Child (2-12yrs): $100Cost:$150 Adult $75 ChildCost:$140 Adult $70 Child8
Wednesday, 1 June 2011Pserimos & Kalymnos GulletCruiseDeparts from Neptune Resort8:30 AM - 6:00 PMEnjoy a full day of cruising the Aegean onbeautiful and traditional wooden gullets tovisit the islands of Pserimos, Kalymnos andPlati. Participants will be transferred by busfrom the hotel to Kos harbour where theguide on board will give a review of the localhistory of the area during the hour-longboat trip.The tour commences with a transfer to KosHarbour to embark on wooden traditionalgullets. The first stop will be the smallisland of Pserimos, a rocky island withsecluded golden sandy beaches and crystalshallow waters. Enjoy a swim, relax on thebeach while sunbathing or eat in one ofthe small tavernas spread along the seasidewith fresh fish of other local homemadedishes before re-embarking continue sailto Kalymnos, the world-known “spongeisland”. Here you will have time to wanderin the small cobbled streets of the town ofKalymnos around the Harbour, enjoy localcuisine and also to visit a sponge workshopto see how sponges are processed after theyare taken from the sea bottom. Then returningto our boat and leaving Kalymnossail to the small island of Plati, returningKos harbour at about 6:00 pm to transferback to the hotel.Delegates are advised to wear comfortableshoes suitable for sailing and the beach &a sun hat, and bring swim wear and sunscreen.Lunch is not included in tour cost.Cost:$200 Adult $100 ChildThursday, 2 June 2011Cultural Tour with FineDining and Wine MatchingDinnerDeparts from Neptune Resort3:00 PM - 9:30 PMThis is a tour with a difference andhighlights the best of local food and winein a carefully matched dinner as well asthe opportunity to visit other culturalhighlights of Kos. Participants will leavethe hotel at 3.00 pm, first stopping at thevillage of Antimachia. to visit the “Houseof Antimachia”, a good representationof the traditional house of the early 20thcentury, where objects, equipment and furnitureof a traditional village household aredisplayed. Opposite to the house you willfind the “Milos tou Papa” (the priest’s mill)an old traditional windmill. Then continuing,to the Medieval Castle (<strong>14th</strong> century)of the Order of the Knights of St. John,who also dominated Rhodes Island on thenorth-east of the village for a guided tourto the Castle including the old churches ofAgios Nikolaos (16th century) and of AgiaParaskevi (18th century). Driving on towardsKos Town, you visit a family winery,Triantafyllopoulos Vineyards & Winery,operated by Mary Triantafyllopoulos whowill host the balance of the tour within herimpressive winery. Her drive, enthusiasmand the quality of her products are infectious.She will personally host an eveningof Wine Tasting where we will have theopportunity to taste wines of different varieties,followed by dinner, specially cookedfrom local ingredients to match the wines.Return to the hotel at around 9.30pm.Numbers for this tour are limited to ensurea quality evening.Cost:$240 Adult Child N/A<strong>Conference</strong> DinnerPoolside Neptune Resort(Weather permitting)8:30 PM - 11:45 PMThe <strong>Conference</strong> Dinner will take placepoolside at the Neptune Hotel & Resort.The evening will feature entertainment,dancing and quality local & themedcuisine. Dress code: Cocktail/Lounge suit/Jacket, collar & tie.Cost:Is included in registration fee for Delegates& registered Accompanying Persons.Guest $300 Adult Child: N/ASaturday, 4 June 2011Bodrum Day TourDeparts from Neptune Resort8:15AM - 6:30 PMWhere East meets West. This tour is aperfect opportunity to travel not only toa different country but also to a differentcontinent! Bodrum is situated 7 milesfrom the island of Kos. Bodrum is theancient <strong>Greek</strong> city Halicarnassus, whereHerodotus was born. Today it is one of themost vibrant tourist towns in Turkey andfamous for its open-air market and the longmarine-harbour. Transfer from hotel tothe Harbour to depart by boat to Bodrum.On arrival meet with our local guides andembark on the tour in Bodrum, includinga detailed visit to The Castle of St. Peter,a Fortress in the middle of the sea. TheCastle's origins date back to the knights ofSt. John. After the tour, there will be plentyof free time in Bodrum to stroll around theold quarters, shopping or to have lunchat leisure in one of the local picturesquelocal restaurants by the seaside. Re-embarkaround 5.00 pm, to return to Kos and ourhotel approx. at 6.00 pm.Delegates who participated in thepre tour to Cappadocia are advisedthat this tour replicates visits of thepre tour.Delegates are advised to wear comfortableshoes suitable for uneven terrain; a sun hatand sunscreen are recommended. Lunch isnot included in tour cost.Cost:$250 Adult $150 ChildIMPORTANT: Tours will only operateif sufficient numbers are achieved.Delegates are advised to book all ticketsprior to conference. Additional ticketswill only be available at the conferencesubject to cancellations and singleseat availability. MONASTERY DRESSCODE: In order to be able to enterreligious sites on day tours or pre & posttours appropriate clothing is required.Ladies are required to cover shouldersand must not wear shorts or a shortskirt. Having a sarong to put on overother clothing items is acceptable. Menare not allowed to wear shorts.social programme9
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