Soak up the charm of the traditional villages of Lofu and Omodos on this guided day trip that includes pickup and drop-off at select hotels and locations in Paphos. See where the mythical Aphrodite is said to have emerged from that sea at Petra tou Romiou. Hop aboard a comfortable and spacious bus and sit back and relax on an air-conditioned ride. Travel to the town of Lofu which clings to the side of the Troodos Mountains. Go for a stroll on the cobblestone paths of Omodos. Admire natural beauty of the sparkling waters of the Millomeris Waterfall. Stop at a family-owned boutique winery for an intimate tasting of some of their award-winning wines. Head to sandy beach to uncover the breathtaking location where the mythological story of Aphrodite began at Petra tou Romiou.

First stop on the way to the Troodos Mountains is at the Chrysorriatissa Monastery, a 12th Century monastery, view its vineyards planted in the end of the 18th century produce some of the finest white Ayios Andronicos and Ayios Elias and enjoy the magnificent valley overlooking Kannaviou dam. The tour continues towards Kykkos, passing through the Pafos forest. Arriving at Kykkos Monastery, you will be guided through the renowned and rich Monastery as well as to visit the Archbishop Makarios’ tomb in Throni where you can enjoy the breath-taking view of almost all the islands! We drive on to “Timios Stavros” famous for its cross of 25meters high which overlooks Marathasa Valley. There will be free time to enjoy your buffet lunch (price not included) or free time to enjoy the magnificent view. On the way to Omodos we will drive through the pine forest, pass the highest village of Cyprus, Prodromos and tourist Platres. Omodos is a traditional wine producing village, you can walk through the cobbled streets to reach the village square lined with cafes and shops selling wines, olive oil and other local products or visit the church of the Holy Cross and then enjoy a Cyprus coffee in the square. Important: There is a dressing code when visiting monastery and churches

The journey into the Troodos Mountains is spectacular. Pass by small villages and get a glimpse of traditional Cypriot life. You will be transferred to a local village for a coffee break (not included). Afterwards, you travel high in the pine-clad Troodos Mountains you’ll find the Kykkos Monastery. Omodos Village, where you will have a guided walk through the village and visit the Monastery of Holy Cross. Your guide will fill your day with plenty of stories and unravel the history of Cyprus, piece by piece.

Visit Omodos Village, the Timios Stavros Monastery, the Kykos Monastery, and a traditional winery, all on this guided trip from Paphos. Learn about local nature, history, and religion, and experience swimming in the most famous place on the island. For much of the trip, pass through the picturesque Troodos mountain range with its magnificent green cedar forests and fresh mountain air. At the foot of the mountains, among vineyards, explore the old traditional Omodos Village, protected by UNESCO. Visit the Timios Stavros Monastery, known for keeping a piece of the Holy Cross and Rope, and the famous Kykkos Monastery, which keeps one of the miraculous icons of the Virgin Mary. Along the journey, stop at one of the local traditional wineries, where you can taste delicious Cypriot wines of the highest quality. For the finale of the trip, witness the birthplace of Aphrodite, one of the most stunning places on the coast of Cyprus, and get the opportunity to bathe in its truly magical waters.

Journey to the cool and green heart of Cyprus with this group tour from Paphos. Savor some local wine and snacks and get acquainted with the quiet life in mountain villages. Step back in time as you experience places where time seems to have stopped. See Kelefos, a 15th-century Venetian bridge. Visit Gerolamo Winery, located in the heart of the wine region to enjoy some traditional Cypriot wine and snacks. Travel to the emerald forest to see the stunning Millomeris waterfall. Take in panoramic views of Cyprus at the Olympos observation deck at the highest point of the Troodos mountains. Have a delectable lunch at a trout farm in the old mountain village of Platres . Stop by Omodos village at an altitude of 900 meters above sea level. Experience a place where local residents have managed to preserve the ancient beauty and serene atmosphere of their charming home.

Enjoy the convenience of being picked up from your accommodation. Meet your local guide and learn about the local food and wine offerings. Drive to a Troodos mountain village and visit a family-owned boutique winery. Take a tour of the facility and enjoy a wine tasting. Continue to a quaint village where you’ll have a chance to wander the cobbled streets and take in the picturesque scenery. Visit the local church, monastery, and local craft shops. As you explore the village, stop for a food tasting. After exploring the village, sit down for a trqditional meze lunch and drinks. Relax and watch the world go by.

The journey into the Troodos Mountains is spectacular. Pass by small villages and get a glimpse of traditional Cypriot life. You will be transferred to a local village for a coffee break (not included). Afterwards, you travel high in the pine-clad Troodos Mountains you’ll find the Kykkos Monastery. Omodos Village, where you will have a guided walk through the village and visit the Monastery of Holy Cross. Your guide will fill your day with plenty of stories and unravel the history of Cyprus, piece by piece.

Rural Cyprus is at your fingertips on this whistle-stop tour. Explore geological formations, archaeological sites, and characteristic villages like Fini and Omodos. Get a taste of local flavors during a tavern lunch and head to a winery for a tasting. The morning kicks off with the first stop at Petra tou Romiou for photographs (available only for those coming from Paphos town and Aphrodite Hills Resort). Aphrodite’s mythical birthplace is a geological formation of huge rocks along one of the coastlines on the island. Continue to Kourion, one of the most impressive archaeological sites on the island. It’s classic Greco-Roman, with a half-moon of seats facing out to sea. Kolossi Castle is the next stop. This Crusader-era castle is surrounded by flowering plants and a pretty courtyard. Hop back on the bus and head to Fini where lunch will be served at a local tavern. Later, stop at the mountain-ringed village of Omodos where you will have a guided walk through the village. To round off your trip, you'll have the opportunity to taste traditional Cyprus wine in a local winery before heading back to the resorts.

Rural Cyprus is at your fingertips on this whistle-stop tour. The morning commences with the first stop in Petra tou Romiou for photographs. Aphrodite's mythical birthplace, "Petra tou Romiou", is an interesting geological formation of gigantic rocks with one of the most beautiful coasts on the island. Afterwards, you will continue with a visit to Kourion, one of the most impressive archaeological sites on the island. It is classical Greek-Roman, with a half-moon shape of seats facing the sea. Kolossi Castle is the next stop. This medieval castle is surrounded by flowering plants and a lovely courtyard. The next stop is the mountain village of Omodos where you will have a guided stroll into the village and free time will be given for lunch. You will also have the opportunity to taste traditional Cypriot wine in a local vineyard before returning to the resorts.

Start your tour by heading to the Krassohoria wine villages and stop at Omodos village. This is the usual meeting point (we can give travellers a free ride from Limassol, Larnaca or Nicosia). Great meeting point because it is close the the start of the walk, it is convenient and has various amenities including public restrooms. We drive to the expansive Paphos Forest for the walk. Usually we start walking from the downstream end of Play Valley. The length that we do will depend on travellers profile and preferece. Platy Valley is a serene place in Cyprus, characterised by a stream that has water all year round. We walk on a dirt road next to the stream on a linear route, returning on the same road. There is a plethora of local plant species, dominated by plane and alder trees. One can also see pines, bracken, storax, maple, even figs. In early autumn Cyclamen bloom here. As we walk maybe we will be fortunate to spot crabs walking on the road. If we are very lucky we may spot moufflon. Unfortunately we are likely to meet a few cars using this road. Depending on arrangements we either walk to or go by car to Kelephos' medieval Venetian bridge, which according to tradition is built on a camel trail. The trail was apparently used by camel caravans to transport mined material from the mines on the north side of the Troodos mountains to Paphos port. The local stream has water throughout the year. The setting is beautiful, with higher water flow during the rainy season and with more greenery in summer when the alders have their leaves and the bracken are full of life. We then drive to Omodos village, one of the largest villages of Krasochoria. For years it has been well-known for its vineyards and wine and is still today known for its prime produce. Omodos developed around the ancient monastery of the Holy Cross (connected to St. Helen’s Passage to Cyprus) and is a popular destination for visitors.