Troodos and Kykkos Day Tour from Paphos
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Itinerary
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Stop At: Kykkos Monastery (Panagia tou Kykkou), Pedoulas, Nicosia District
Kykkos, one of the holiest and richest monasteries in Cyprus. It is here that the first President of Cyprus, Archbishop Makarios became a young monk, and was later buried according to his wishes. Among the most important treasures of the monastery is the icon of the “Virgin Mary”, which was reputedly painted by the Apostle Luke himself. We will also be able to see many religious relics of other saints.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Omodos Village, Limassol, Limassol District
Our final stop is at Omodos, a beautiful village located in the famous wine-producing area of Afames, in the Limassol district. We will walk through the cobbled streets to the village square which is lined with cafes and shops selling local produce. We will visit the monastery of the Holy Cross, which houses a piece of the rope used by the Romans to fasten Jesus to the cross, and see the old wine press, glass makers and other craftsmen. There will be time to have a coffee or try the unique dessert wine ‘commandaria’ and the local spirit called ‘zivania’.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Chrysorrogiatissa Monastery, Paphos, Paphos District
The 12th Century Chrysoroyiatissa Monastery dedicated to “Our Lady of the Golden Pomegranate”.
Duration: 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Kykkos Monastery (Panagia tou Kykkou), Pedoulas, Nicosia District
Kykkos, one of the holiest and richest monasteries in Cyprus. It is here that the first President of Cyprus, Archbishop Makarios became a young monk, and was later buried according to his wishes. Among the most important treasures of the monastery is the icon of the “Virgin Mary”, which was reputedly painted by the Apostle Luke himself. We will also be able to see many religious relics of other saints.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Omodos Village, Limassol, Limassol District
Our final stop is at Omodos, a beautiful village located in the famous wine-producing area of Afames, in the Limassol district. We will walk through the cobbled streets to the village square which is lined with cafes and shops selling local produce. We will visit the monastery of the Holy Cross, which houses a piece of the rope used by the Romans to fasten Jesus to the cross, and see the old wine press, glass makers and other craftsmen. There will be time to have a coffee or try the unique dessert wine ‘commandaria’ and the local spirit called ‘zivania’.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Chrysorrogiatissa Monastery, Paphos, Paphos District
The 12th Century Chrysoroyiatissa Monastery dedicated to “Our Lady of the Golden Pomegranate”.
Duration: 30 minutes
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off (Paphos City Center)
- Licensed guide
- Live commentary on board
- Air-conditioned coach
Not included
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No shorts or sleeveless blouses for the visits to churches and monasteries.
- Comfortable shoes
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Need to reconfirm booking
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Tourism
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Cultural
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