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From Nicosia: Kykkos & Kalopanayiotis Full-Day Guided Tour

1. From Nicosia: Kykkos & Kalopanayiotis Full-Day Guided Tour

Go deep into the pine-clad Troodos Mountains. Visit the Kykkos Monastery, the wealthiest and most lavish on the island. Marvel at the monastery's richly decorated interiors. Experience the scenic beauty of Kalopanayiotis, a pearl of the Troodos range. Drive through mountain villages to reach the beautiful Monastery of Kykkos. This monastery houses one of the miraculous icons of the Virgin Mary, which is said to have been painted by St. Luke during her lifetime. Feast your eyes on gleaming marble floors, colorful murals and elaborate frescoes. Visit the Tomb of Archbishop Makarios, the first President of Cyprus. Continue to the Museum of Kykkos Monastery. Explore its priceless collection of icons, sacred vessels, manuscripts and other Cypriot antiquities. The monastery of Ayios Ioannis Lampadistis, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is the jewel of the ancient spa village of Kalopanayiotis. See its sulphur springs, traditional architecture and panoramic valley views. End your tour by soaking in Kalopanayiotis’s peaceful atmosphere.

From Paphos: Troodos Mountains Hidden Charms Tour

2. From Paphos: Troodos Mountains Hidden Charms Tour

Discover the charm and scenery of the Troodos Mountains on a day tour from Paphos. Pass small villages and experience the traditional Cypriot life. As you travel high into the hills you will have your first stop in Platanisteia Village. In Platanisteia village you will visit the printmaking museum. Next, travel to Arsos village for a quick coffee break. Discover Tzelefos bridge, which is part of the Venetian Bridges nature trail which connects three of the Venetian Bridges of Pafos Forest. The location around the bridge is perfect for all nature lovers but also for photographers. Do not miss the opportunity to capture the perfect picture. Continue to the village of Kalopanayiotis where you will enjoy traditional Cyprus lunch. After lunch, visit the Ayios Lambadistis Monastery. The monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a complex of three churches - Ioannis Lampadistis, Agios Irakleidios, and a Latin chapel - all under a single, enormous timber roof. Before heading back to your pickup location, you will enjoy a wine tasting at a local winery.

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Overall rating

4.2 / 5

based on 9 reviews

I had a great time with this Kykkos tour. I was planning to join with my friend, but he was feeling sick in the morning, and I had to participate alone. But I was never bored. Marina, the guide, explained a lot of the Cypriot history, culture, society, and politics, which was a great fun. The streets in the mountain villeges were incredibly narrow, but Ektras showed an excellent driving skill and I enjoyed the whole trip. The tomb of the first president Makarios is a must-see.

Chris was amusing, gave us masses if information about every aspect of Cypriot life. His explanation in the monastery was very detailed.