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Cyprus Tour every Saturday at 07:00 AM

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8 Hours (Approx)

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Group Size

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Overview

A unique day out that gives you the chance to explore timeless traditional villages, to enjoy breathless scenic views of Troodos Mountains and to explore the two largest and most diverse towns of the island!

First we drive to Nicosia, the capital of the island, where free time will be given to stroll around the Walled Old Town Center, relax with a coffee or walk up to the barrier (also known as the “Green Line”) that divides Nicosia into two since the Turkish invasion, in 1974.

Continuing our journey towards Troodos Mountains, we stop at Virgin Mary of Assinou Church (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) with amazing frescoes that will take your breath away with their beauty. Our next stop is Troodos Mountains Square, where free time will be given for lunch (optional extra) . Situated right in the green heart of the island, this location offers some of the most breathtaking mountain views in Cyprus .

We then visit the picturesque Lania village, one of the famous Commandaria wine producing villages. Commandaria is one of the oldest wines in the world and it has been produced in Cyprus for more than 4000 years. Homer mentions this sweet tasting wine in his ancient Greek texts!

The return journey will take you through Limassol, the second largest town of the island, where you will have free time to relax in the surroundings of this beautiful coastal town.

Highlights

Nicosia - The old city centre, surrounded by Venetian Walls dating from 1567, is full of art, culture and architecture, with museums, galleries, shops, bars and restaurants nestled in narrow alleys
The church of Panagia tis Asinou is a vaulted church covered with a second timber roof, situated near the village of Nikitari
Troodos Mountains is the largest mountain range in Cyprus, located in roughly the center of the island.
Lania Village in the Lemesos (Limassol) district, the small, traditional village of Lania sits
Zivania (spirit) and Soutzoukos (grape sweet) in older times
Limassol City: The main tourist sites of the city is the Old town
Limassol Old Port, located between the modern Limassol Marina and promenade, the Molos.

Itinerary

Pick up from hotels

- in Protaras 07:00 - 07:25
- in Ayia Napa 07:30 - 07:55
- in Larnaca 08:10 - 08:25

Nicosia

To get the most out of your venture through one of Europe’s most intriguing capitals, being the last divided city in the world that dates back to the Bronze Age, you should take a walk in its old town and discover this true gem of an old city. The old city centre, surrounded by Venetian Walls dating from 1567, is full of art, culture and architecture, with museums, galleries, shops, bars and restaurants nestled in narrow alleys. The city’s historic past unfolds into a unique labyrinth of old churches and medieval buildings. One of Nicosia’s most popular areas is Ledra Street. This cobbled area is a high street full of tradition with shops, local cafés and bars. Most of the buildings here still carry their 18th century charm. Parallel to the bustling Ledra Street, runs Onasagorou Street, offering a more authentic experience of the city.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Free

Panagia Asinou Church

The church of Panagia tis Asinou is a vaulted church covered with a second timber roof, situated near the village of Nikitari; it is what remains from the Monastery of Panagia of the Phorbia, and therefore its name: Phorbiotissa. We draw the information about this appellation from the present inscriptions on the wall paintings of the church. The Virgin Mary is called “Phorbiotissa” in one of these inscriptions that is read on a wall painting above the entrance of the church leading from the narthex into the nave.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free

Troodos Mountains

Troodos is the largest mountain range in Cyprus, located in roughly the center of the island. Its highest peak is Mount Olympus, also known as Chionistra, at 1,952 metres, which hosts the Sun Valley and North Face ski areas with their five ski lifts.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Free

Lania Village

Located in the Lemesos (Limassol) district, the small, traditional village of Lania sits in an altitude of 570 metres on the Troodos mountain range, just 25 km from Lemesos town. The village can be reached by following B8 road. Lania is one of the grape cultivating villages of the island. Whilst its residents were mainly employed in the cultivation of vines - and the production of wines, Zivania (spirit) and Soutzoukos (grape sweet) in older times - due to urbanization, there are now only a few harvesters and grape producers left. According to tradition,the village got its name from Lana, daughter of Dionysus, God of Wine, or it may be derived from the word ‘valania’ (acorn), due to the fruit of the oak trees growing abundantly in the region.
Duration: 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Free

Limassol City

The main tourist sites of the city is the Old town of Paphos or the old town (Old Town), located in the lower part of the city near the sea. In this part of Limassol is the largest number of attractions. The old town is narrow streets, lined with historic buildings with cafes and restaurants, small shops and souvenir shops as well as churches and squares. o the historical part of Limassol applies the old port (Limassol Old Port), located between the modern Limassol Marina and promenade, the Molos. Once the old port was the main port of Limassol, its original foundations were laid during the British occupation of the island in the late 19th century. Today the old port of Limassol is a small Marina with moored fishing boats and cruise ships, with a walking area, where from morning till evening full of life, where there are cafes and restaurants, there is a small square and several monuments.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Free

Return

- in Larnaca around 18:00
- in Ayia Napa around 18:30
- in Protaras around 19:00

Included/Excluded

Infants free of charge
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide Service

Lunch

Tour's Location

Cyprus Tour every Saturday at 07:00 AM

FAQs

All visitors must dress appropriately when visiting Virgin Mary of Asinou church.
No tank tops or shorts are allowed for men or women inside the church!

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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