EXCURSIONS FROM LIMASSOL

(Includes: Phasouri, Kolossi Castle, Curium Theater, Aphrodite Birthplace (Petra tou Romiou), Yeroskipou Village, Byzantine church of Agia Paraskevi, Paphos Mosaics, Old Harbour , Paphos Castle, Tomb of the kings)

Leaving Limassol on our way to Paphos we will pass through the citrus groves of Phassouri. Our First destination will be the Kolossi Castle. Next stop is the Curium (Kourion) ancient theatre, one of the most spectacular archaeological sites on the island. The route to Paphos takes us through the Birthplace Afrodite. Driving through the village of Geroskipou we where they produce famous sweet delights . Also we will visit the Byzantine church of Agia Paraskevi is worldwide recognised as an extremely significant example of Byzantine architecture, dating back to the 9th century A.D. Finally, Paphos! Around the harbour of Kato Paphos you will find the world famous Mosaics, Medieval castle and the old port. Here you will have the opportunity to visit both sightseeing’s and have a lunch at a seafront traditional tavern. Our last stop will be at the Tomb of the Kings. The Tombs of the Kings is a large necropolis lying about two kilometres north-west of Paphos harbour in Cyprus. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

There will be time for you to shop and have lunch. We are looking forward to welcoming you in one of our cars. The tour can be customized so you can suggest places to add or remove from the excursion. The duration of the excursions is 8 hours but you can if you want request a shorter version.

(Includes: Fasouri, Kolossi Castle, Curium Theater, Omodos Village, Troodos Mountains, Kykkos Monastery)

Leaving Limassol on our way to Paphos we will pass through the citrus groves of Phassouri. Our First destination will be the Kolossi Castle which is situated in the village of Kolossi. Next stop is Curium (Kourion) ancient theatre. One of the most spectacular archaeological sites on the island. Next up is Omodos! One of the most traditional Villages in Cyprus. You can visit a 17th Century stone built monastery via a cobblestone path and sample local wine for free at many outlets. Heading towards the mountains of Troodos. Troodos is the largest mountain range in Cyprus, located in the center of the island. There are many famous mountain resorts, Byzantine monasteries and churches on mountain peaks, and nestling in its valleys and picturesque mountains are villages clinging to terraced hill slopes. Finally, Kykkos Monastery! is the largest and most famous monastery in Cyprus. The monastery is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and is home to one of the three surviving icons painted by the Apostle Luke. Founded in AD 1100 by the Byzantine emperor Alexios Komnenos, Kykkos Monastery is ornately decorated and covered in a silver gilt, enclosed in a tortoiseshell shrine. It is also famous for its museum, located within the monastery grounds, which houses an impressive collection of icons, woodcarvings and manuscripts, and other Cypriot antiquities.

There will be time for you to shop and have lunch.We are looking forward to welcoming you in one of our cars. The tour can be customized so you can suggest places to add or remove from the excursion. The duration of the excursions is 8 hours but you can if you want request a shorter version.

(Includes: Limassol, Old Chirokitia (archaeological site), Lefkara Village, Nicosia, Ledras street, Laiki Geitonia, Archbishop’s Palace, Byzantine Museum, Library of the Archbishopric, Folk Art Museum , National Struggle Museum, Agios Ioannis Cathedral)

Leaving the crowded and touristictal city of Limassol behind we will get on the highway and go straight away to Khirokitia. Khirokitia is an archaeological site from the Neolithic age. It has been listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1998.
Next destination will be the village of Lefkara.  Lefkara is a village famous for its lace, known as lefkaritika.
Finally, Nicosia! We will visit Ledras street and Laiki Geitonia. Ledra Street is a major shopping thoroughfare in central Nicosia, Cyprus. Then you can walk to Laiki Geitonia and choose one of the traditional taverns for lunch. You will have the chance to taste traditional Cypriot food and Mediterranean cuisine.
Archbishop’s Palace is the official residence and office of the archbishop of Cyprus. Although the Archbishop’s Palace is not open to the public; the Byzantine Museum, Library of the Archbishopric, Folk Art Museum and the National Struggle Museum located on its grounds are open to the public.
Last visit will be Agios Ioannis Cathedral within the old city walls. Is built on the site of the 14th century chapel of the Benedictine Abbey of Agios Ioannis the Evangelist of Bibi.

There will be time for you to shop and have lunch.We are looking forward to welcoming you in one of our cars. The tour can be customized so you can suggest places to add or remove from the excursion. The duration of the excursions is 8 hours but you can if you want request a shorter version.