Troodos & Kykko Monastery Price CYP 19.00
Every Friday Euro 34.00
Discover the “Green Heart” of Cyprus, its picturesque villages and evergreen forests. Your first stop will be at Platres, a very famous mountain resort. Then passing by the highest point, Mount Olympus. The next stop is at the Kykko Monastery, the most famous and wealthiest Monastery on the island, founded in the year 1092. Ample time will be given for lunch at the Monastery or at a nearby restaurant.
Limassol Price CYP 19.00
Every Monday Euro 34.00
The journey heads eastwards to Limassol, stopping at Aphrodite’s Rock where the goddess of beauty and love emerged from the waves. You will then pass through the British base Episkopi and the citrus groves of Pissouri to reach one of the island’s largest wineries. You will see how wine is produced and even try some well known brands of Cypriot wine! There will be time to shop and enjoy lunch before visiting the Natural Sea Sponge exhibition and a local pottery. On your return you will pass by Amathus and stop at the famous Greco-Roman site at Curium with its marvelous mosaics and open-air theatre which offers spectacular views in all directions.
Nicosia Price CYP 19.00
Every Tuesday Euro 34.00
Nicosia is a bustling European city with well known stores that are perfect for enthusiastic shoppers. The Archaeological Museum gives an insight into the island’s rich history that spans more than 9,000 years, or if you would rather, there is time to enjoy some shopping and exploring Laiki Yitonia the 19th Century ‘folk neighborhood’ with its souvenir shops and tavernas. After lunch the tour follows the “Green Line” that divides Nicosia in two. You will then stop by the Archbishopric and visit the Cathedral of St. John, housing some outstanding frescoes. The journey continues to the picturesque village of Lefkara that is world famous for its lace and silverware.
Northern Exposure Price CYP 36.00
Every Monday & Thursday Euro 64.00
You will cross the “Green Line” to the other side of Nicosia and wind your way up and over the Pentadaktylos Mountains with their spectacular views to visit the famous gothic Abbey of Bellapais. Spend time with us in the picturesque and historic port of Kyrenia including a tour of its medieval fortress and take in the sights and sounds as you wander around the harbour area where free time is given for exploring and lunch.
Mountain Villages PriceCYP 19.00
Every Saturday Euro 34.00
Discovering the pretty mountain villages is great fun as life there continues at a slower and more traditional pace. Omodhos village stands on the southern slopes of the Troodos mountains and is well known for its wines and intricate lace work. It is very picturesque as its white stone houses line the cobbled streets around the Monastery of the Holy Cross, one of the oldest monasteries in Cyprus. Kakopetria village lies on the northern flanks of the mountain and is full of old world charm and folklore – its name means ‘bad stone’ and this particular story is revealed as you enjoy lunch and explore the oldest part of the village. Nearby is the beautiful church of Ayios Nicolas tis Stegis (St. Nicolas on the Roof), one of the ten painted churches of the Troodos mountains which you will also visit. The return journey to Paphos is via Trimiklini, where you will visit a fruit market and a workshop where fruits in syrup are made.
Fun Bus Price CYP 20.00
Daily Euro 36.00
If you visit the bus station in Paphos you will be surprised to see that several of the buses are old Bedford buses that have been lovingly looked after for generations and still make the daily trips to the villages. One has been converted for excursions and is the perfect way to enjoy the local countryside as travelling in this grand old lady is certainly a unique experience!
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