From Paphos/Polis: Scenic Mountain Adventure

Limassol District, Cyprus

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Experience the Troodos mountains. The second largest dam, a journey through Diarizos Valley. Check out the famous Kykkos Monastery. Check out the wine village of Omodos. The journey wraps up at Petra tou Romiou.

Troodos Mountains Day Tour from Cyprus

This guided tour through the Troodos Mountains suits nature lovers and culture seekers, offering stops at landmarks across Cyprus.

Highlights

  • Drive through Diarizos Valley without stopping
  • Visit Tzelefos Bridge in Agios Nikolaos, 40 minutes
  • Explore Kykkos Monastery near Troodos, 50 minutes
  • Tour Omodos village, 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Stop at Petra tou Romiou in Kouklia, 30 minutes

Description

Discover the pine and fir forests of the Troodos Mountains, starting with a stop at the island’s second-largest dam. Pass through the Diarizos Valley to the Venetian Tzelefos Bridge, where you may spot mouflons, Cyprus’s wild sheep.

Visit Kykkos Monastery, known for its revered icon of the Virgin Mary. After lunch, tour a UNESCO-protected barn-roofed church and enjoy views from a traditional mountain village.

In the nearby wine region, taste local wines at a winery. On the return journey, visit Omodos village to see its historic monastery and the oldest wine press in Cyprus. The tour concludes at Petra tou Romiou, famed as the birthplace of Aphrodite.

Includes

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

Flexible cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and bringing water. The best time to visit is during spring or autumn for mild weather.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes stops at Tzelefos Bridge, Kykkos Monastery, Omodos village, Petra tou Romiou, and a drive through Diarizos Valley.

The stop at Kykkos Monastery lasts approximately 50 minutes.

The tour starts from either Paphos or Polis in Cyprus.

Yes, the tour includes a 30-minute stop at Petra tou Romiou in Kouklia.

Yes, some walking is involved while exploring sites like the Kykkos Monastery and Omodos village.

Yes, the tour explores the pine and fir forests of the Troodos Mountains and drives through Diarizos Valley.

Check the official websites of the landmarks and tour provider for current hours and schedules.

The stop at Omodos village is about 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Yes, the tour includes a visit to the island’s second-largest dam before entering the Troodos Mountains region.

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