Paphos/Limassol: Donkey Farm Day Trip with Lunch & Tastings
Paphos District, Cyprus
Experience traditional Cyprus on this day trip from Paphos and Limassol. Visit a local donkey farm, taste local products like wine and halloumi cheese, ride a donkey, and enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch.
Experience traditional Cypriot village life with a countryside donkey ride, local tasting, and cultural activities near Paphos and Limassol.
Begin with a pickup from select hotels or meeting points in Paphos and Limassol. Travel by comfortable bus through the Cypriot countryside, passing quaint villages and orange groves in the Xeros River Valley near Kelokedara.
Visit the Argonaftis Donkey Farm, a sanctuary where donkeys live and reproduce under veterinary care. Explore the open museum of folk art and rural life onsite, learning about traditional farming methods.
Enjoy a tasting of local products including village wine, zivania (pomace brandy), and coummandaria (sweet dessert wine). Sample halloumi, olives, oven bread, carob syrup, honey, and loukoumia (Turkish delight).
Take a supervised donkey ride through the peaceful countryside to the ruins of a 14th-century monastery. Optionally, ride a vintage Bedford village bus during the visit.
Return to the farm for a BBQ meal featuring home-cooked Cypriot specialties, accompanied by wine, zivania, and juice. Experience a performance of Cypriot folk dances and international music, with the option to join in dances like the Syrtaki.
Before departing, receive a diploma certifying your participation in the full countryside experience.
Highlights
- Connect with locals in a traditional Cypriot village setting
- Donkey ride to an ancient monastery ruin
- Enjoy a freshly cooked BBQ lunch with traditional dance entertainment
- Taste farm fresh products, wines, and spirits
- Learn about traditional farming at the onsite Museum of Agricultural Art
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off at select hotels
- Bus transportation
- Local product tastings
- Farm visit
- BBQ meal
- Wine, zivania (pomace brandy), and juice
Excludes
- Tips (optional)
Important Information
- Entry to the Museum of Agricultural Art is free
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For best experience, wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for outdoor walking and riding. The tour operates year-round; mornings are ideal for cooler temperatures and clearer views.
