Paphos Hills Wine Tour: Tsangarides, Kolios & Vouni Panayia
Paphos District, Cyprus
Taste fine wines, fresh olive oils, jams and paste, enjoy a complementary meze lunch, explore monastery, and soak up history, tradition & stunning views on a journey through the Paphos Hills.
Highlights
- Explore family wineries with hilltop views in the Paphos hills.
- Taste rare indigenous wines unique to Cyprus.
- Enjoy a traditional meze lunch in a village setting.
- Discover olive oil production at a local farm.
- Visit a 12th-century historic monastery.
Description
This full-day tour begins with a hotel pickup from Paphos, leading you through the region’s vineyards, farms, and historical sites. The first stop is Tsangarides Winery, a family estate known for blending tradition with innovation. Here, you’ll explore organic vineyards and taste elegant Cypriot wines.
Next, you’ll visit Kolios Winery, situated above sweeping valleys. Enjoy tastings of full-bodied reds and crisp whites while hearing the Kolios family’s winemaking story and admiring panoramic views.
Then, the Stagona Olive Oil Farm offers a guided tour where you’ll see olive groves and learn about pressing olives into extra virgin olive oil. A tasting session includes olive oil, jams, and pastes.
A traditional meze lunch follows at Spring of Life, set in a village environment with cool spring water. The meal features authentic Cypriot dishes prepared with local ingredients.
After lunch, explore the peaceful Chrysoroyiatissa Monastery, founded in the 12th century. Visit its courtyards and see sacred icons, experiencing a centuries-old spiritual site.
The tour continues to Vouni Panayia Winery, famous for indigenous grape varieties. Explore the cellar, taste unique wines, and enjoy expansive views over the Paphos forest.
Finally, stop at Kannaviou Dam, Cyprus’s second largest, to experience natural scenery before returning to your hotel.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide and driver
- Olive oil tasting at Stagona Olive Oil Farm
- Visit to Chrysoroyiatissa Monastery
- Scenic stop at Kannaviou Dam
Excludes
- Wine tastings at Tsangarides, Kolios, and Vouni Panayia Wineries
- Traditional Cypriot meze lunch at Spring of Life
- Souvenirs or wine/olive oil purchases
- Gratuities for guide and driver (optional)
Important Information
- This is a full-day experience in the Paphos hills involving wine tastings, food, culture, and nature. Wear comfortable shoes for short walks on uneven terrain.
- Dress with light clothing, a hat, and sunscreen in warm months; bring a light jacket in cooler seasons, especially in mountainous areas.
- The tour is not suitable for children under 18 due to wine tastings. Younger guests receive non-alcoholic drinks.
- Vegetarian meze options are available if requested in advance.
- The order of visits may vary based on winery schedules or conditions, but the full itinerary remains intact.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
For the best experience, book in advance and bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and appropriate clothing for the season.