Cyprus, officially called the Republic of Cyprus, is an island nation in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. It is the third largest and third most populous island in the Mediterranean, and is located south of Turkey; west of Syria; northwest of Lebanon, Israel and Palestine; north of Egypt; and southeast of Greece.
Day 01: Arival Paphos Or Larnaca – Limassol (60km – 45min)
Arrive at the airport meet and assist at the airport and transferred to hotel, the rest of day at your leisure.
Overnight in Limassol.
Day 02: Limassol – Larnaca – Lefkara – Limassol (160km – 2hrs)
In and around LefkaraHave a tasty breakfast at the hotel and start your first adventure! The first stop of the day will be the 11th-century Byzantine church of Angeloktisti – which means ‘built by angels’ in Greek – was erected over the ruins of an Early Christian basilica (6th century). We drive to Hala Sultan Tekke Mosque.
Afterwards, you will visit the church of St. Lazarus; this magnificent stone edifice was built in the 9th century by the Byzantine emperor Leon the wise and restored in the 17th century. You will then take a leisurely stroll around the fascinating old town of Larnaca and along the famous “Foinikoudes” promenade and have some free time for lunch (not included).
Leaving Larnaca you will travel to the picturesque village of Lefkara famous for its “Lefkaritika” lacework and its silverware. The lace-making tradition goes back to the medieval period and legend has it that Leonardo Da Vinci himself visited the village during the Venetian era and bought an altar cloth of the traditional lace, which he donated to Milan cathedral.
The village today retains its original architecture and is a maze of winding alleys begging to be explored. You will also see the village women sitting outside their houses and working on their embroidery as their ancestors have done for generations. Return to the hotel in the afternoon.
Overnight in Limassol.
Day 03: Limassol
Wake up to a tasty breakfast at your hotel and get ready for a day at leisure. Overnight in Limassol.
Day 04: Limassol Region
Enjoy a delightful breakfast at your hotel and drive through Phassouri citrus groves and vineyards, to the ancient city of Kourion, a beautiful and unspoiled spot perched high on a cliff, to enjoy a dazzling view of the ruins and the sea below. Kourion is one of the most impressive archaeological sites in Cyprus. Admire the magnificent fully restored Greco-Roman Theatre, with its half-moon of seats facing out to sea. Explore the House of Eustolios, a private Roman villa, with superb 5th-century mosaic floors.
Afterwards, a stop at Kolossi Castle, built in the 13th century. Your guide will tell you how it served both as the Grand Commandery of the Knights of St. John’s Order, of Jerusalem, and also of the Knights Templar. The day continues with a visit to Lambouris Winery for a tour and wine tasting. For over 300 years, the Lambouris family’s long tradition of winemaking and an unbroken drive for perfection has made Lambouris Wine a household name for exclusive Cypriot wines.
The last stop of the day will be one of the most beautiful and picturesque old villages in Cyprus Omodhos village. The tour offers an exploration of the monastery of the Holy Cross. Also, see the winepress “Linos” restored in an old house and visit some of the local houses to feel the date of their birth, stroll through the narrow streets and local shops famous for their vitraux and handmade pieces of traditional stained glass. You can walk in the village square to enjoy the serenity of its surroundings and rest at the coffee shop of the square, to have your refreshments before returning to Limassol.
Overnight in Limassol.
Day 05: Limassol
Enjoy a rich breakfast at the hotel before enjoying a full day at leisure. Overnight in Limassol.
Day 06: Limassol – Paphos Region – Limassol (135km – 1.5hr)
Indulge in a delicious breakfast at the hotel. The first sightseeing stop is at Rock of Aphrodite, the symbol of Paphos city. Legend tells us that here, the goddess of Cyprus, Aphrodite, was born from the foam of the sea and was carried by the sea waves on the coasts of Cyprus, to Paphos, which has become the sacred place where Aphrodite was venerated.
The route continues to Paphos, for an opportunity to discover one of the most beautiful places on the island. The whole town of Paphos is included in the official UNESCO list of culture and natural treasure of the world heritage. The drive takes us to the north-west to visit the underground Tombs of the Kings, the necropolis (cemetery) of Paphos, dated back to the 3rd century BC, with open peristyle courts surrounded by burial chambers.
The tour leads to a visit to the House of Dionysus, to see the famous site of breathtaking mosaics unearthed during the excavation of a Roman nobleman’s villa from the third century AD. An extensive complex of buildings fitted with beautiful mosaic floors showing Roman legends and characters, but mostly representing scenes from Greek mythology, is considered to be the finest mosaics in all the Mediterranean. Now there is time for shopping at King’s Avenue Mall! The last stop of the day will be to the Geroskipou area to taste Cypriot traditional delights or otherwise “Loukoumia” and visit Ayia Paraskevi Byzantine Church.
Overnight in Limassol.
Day 07: Limassol – Nicosia – Limassol (170km – 2hrs)
In and around NicosiaHave breakfast at the hotel. The first stop of the day will be St. John’s Cathedral built in 1662 by Archbishop Nikiforos you will admire the 18th-century frescoes embellishing the walls, depicting colourful biblical scenes. The most significant collection of Cypriot antiquities is housed at the Cyprus Archaeological Museum, built in the classic British style. Its treasures include artefacts dating from Neolithic Age. Ceramics, tomb-monuments, bronze statues, and coins that span 5000 years of the island’s history are on display. Perhaps the most famous exhibit is the statue of Aphrodite from Soli, now the symbol of Cyprus.
At the completion of your visit, you will proceed to the Green Line checkpoint at Ledra Street from where you will have the opportunity to gaze at the occupied half of Nicosia and the northern territory of Cyprus. You will then proceed through the impressive Venetian Walls, which encircle the old city, via Paphos Gate. In the old town of Nicosia where there is free time for shopping, lunch or browsing in the restored 19th-century neighbourhood called “Laiki Yeitonia”, with traditional houses, craft shops, taverns and galleries, all lining the narrow pedestrian streets within the walled city.
Overnight in Limassol.
Day 08: Limassol – Departure Paphos Or Larnaca (60km – 45min)
After breakfast departure transfer to airport to catch the fight for onward Journey.
| Place | Night (s) | Hotels |
| Limassol | 07 | Four Seasons Hotel |
- Welcome on arrival with fresh flower garlands.
- Meet to attend airports / hotels by our office representative.
- 07 nights in accommodation as per the program.
- Meals as per Program
- Guide Services ( English language )
- Entrance fees to the monuments.
- All taxes.
• International flights
• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tipping.
• Travel Insurance.
• Visa If any.
• Accommodation in good hotels.
• Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
• Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost. – Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
• A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
• If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
• Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
• In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
• In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
• While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
• Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
• In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.
