10 Cultural Tours in Limassol That You Shouldn't Miss

The journey into the Troodos Mountains is spectacular. You’ll pass small villages and get a glimpse of traditional Cypriot life. You will be transferred to a local Village for a coffee break. Afterwards, you travel high in the pine-clad Troodos Mountains you’ll find the Kykkos Monastery. The monastery is ornately decorated with wonderful mosaics in bright colours. It is also renowned for its wealth, with many gold icons and beautifully preserved frescoes. Next stop, it will be a picnic site where will enjoy a picnic lunch next to the banks of a stream. Last stop is at 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.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off (selected hotels only), Pic nic lunch with a glass of local wine/water

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities

Rural Cyprus is at your fingertips on this whistle stop tour. The morning kicks off with first stop at 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 air-conditioned bus and head to Fini village where lunch will be served at a local tavern. Next stop, the mountain-ringed village of Omodos where you will have a guided walk through the village. Lastly, you will have the opportunity to taste traditional Cyprus wine in a local winery before heading back to the resorts.

Inclusions: Lunch with one glass of local wine/water, Wine tasting at local winery, English Speaking Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Any additional food and drinks, Souvenirs, Gratuities

A very good combination of Cyprus nature (especially Paphos Forest, vineyards, Diarizos Valley), together with the island's cultural heritage (a traditional village, an old press, a medieval bridge, a historic monastery).

Inclusions: Private tour, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Food and drinks

We will work out for you or your family an individual excursion tour: an excursion that meets all your wishes. We will pick up and prepare suitable transport, and guide who speaks your language, and agree on the route. In general, we will do our best to make this tour not only unique, but also unforgettable for you!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Entrance fees to amenities , Lunch

Cross UN buffer zone into occupied Cyprus and visit some of the north's most famous historical sites. First stop, Salamis Archaeological Site, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Salamis was the most brilliant ancient city in Cyprus and the capital of the island for more than thousand years. The archaeological site of Salamis, culture and history is considered as one of the most important not just in Cyprus but also in the Mediterranean Sea. Next stop, Famagusta City where you will visit the Latin Cathedral of Saint Nicholas and Othello Tower (outside visit). Enjoy your free time for lunch or for strolling around in the old town. Before heading back, a short stop at Constantia Beach where you will have the opportunity for a panoramic view of the ghost town of Famagusta. The once bustling holiday resort which was abandoned during the Turkish invasion of 1974, and has remained sealed behind barbed wire barricades ever since. Please remember to bring passport / ID on this trip.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch, Souvenir

Immerse yourselves in archaeology, history and culture and experience one of the oldest civilisations in the world at first hand. Paphos, is a region where it combines mountainous areas and the sea. The coastal town of Paphos with its medieval fort and quaint harbor is a harmonious combination of historical sites, tourist resorts and wonderful countryside.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Pickup and Drop-off

Exclusions: Entrance Fees , Meals / Beverages / Snacks, Gratuities

Visit the second largest city on the island on this day trip from Paphos. Start your day with pickup from your Paphos hotel, your first stop is at Kourion, an ancient Greek city-kingdom. Hop back on your coach to continue your journey to a medieval castle in Kolossi.Visit the Limassol Marina project and see the Rock of Aphrodite on your return to Paphos.

Inclusions: Professional driver, Licensed guide, Air-conditioned coach, entrance fees in Kourion

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance fees to Kolossi

A full day trip that will take you to the western end of Cyprus and back in time to the ancient Greek civilization and its' rich history and mythology. Visit Kourion and the House of Eustolios with its mosaics and bath establishments, one of the most important archaeological sites on the island. Next stop is the town of Paphos, where you will have the chance to visit the House of Dionysos with it's famous and unique mosaics (entrance fee for the House of Dionysos is not included in the price) and enjoy the area surrounding the picturesque Paphos harbor. On the way back visit Yeroskipou Village, were you can taste and buy the traditional "Cyprus delights".  Final stop is at the "Petra tou Romiou", the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite the Goddess of love and beauty.

Inclusions: 45 minute guided tour in the archaeological site of ancient Kourion, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Coach tour

Exclusions: Entrance fees: Entrance and guided tour at the mosaics in the House of Dionysos

Visit Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus. Discover the Liberty Monument and the Cathedral of St John located in the centre of old town of Nicosia. Despite its modest exterior, the interior of The Cathedral of St John will take you by surprise.You'll be taken on a walking tour through the partially car-free old town within the Venetian Walls. After crossing the UN buffer zone into occupied, you will enjoy coffee and a sweet treat. Once in the occupied part of Nicosia, you will visit Buyuk Han and Ayia Sofia Church. Ample free time will be provided for shopping or for lunch. For those interested, the guide will wait for you at a pre-arrange time outside Leventis Museum for a visit. This tour ends with your drop off back at your centrally located hotel. Please remember to take your passport / ID card in case you wish to cross the line.

Inclusions: English speaking professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities, Souvenirs

Rural Cyprus is at your fingertips on this whistle stop tour. The morning kicks off with first stop at Petra tou Romiou for photographs (available only for guests from Paphos town). Aphrodite’s mythical birthplace ‘Petra tou Romiou’ is an interesting geological formation of huge rocks along one of the most beautiful coastlines on the island. Then you will continue with a visit of 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 air-conditioned bus and head to Fini village where lunch will be served at a local tavern. Next stop, the mountain-ringed village of Omodos where you will have a guided walk through the village. Lastly, you will have the opportunity to taste traditional Cyprus wine in a local winery before heading back to the resorts.

Inclusions: Lunch with one glass of local wine/water, Wine tasting at local winery, English Speaking Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Any additional food and drinks, Souvenirs, Gratuities