Location: Omodos
Top Things to do in Omodos
10 Wine Tours & Tastings in Omodos That You Shouldn't Miss
Omodos (Greek: 'Ομοδος) is a village in the Troödos Mountains of Cyprus. It is also located in the Limassol District of Cyprus and is 80 kilometers from the city of Nicosia. The village produces a lot of wine and holds a wine festival every August. You can visit a 17th-century stone-built monastery via a cobblestone path and sample local wine for free at many outlets. You will also find a good mix of restaurants including traditional tavernas and a few modern bars housed in traditional buildings.
Restaurants in Omodos
1. Jeep Safari Troodos - Kykkos monastery Waterfall and Venetian bridge from PAPHOS
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Travel by jeep to the Troodos mountains, with the opportunity to see the beauty of the wild nature of Cyprus and visit the main shrine of the island-the monastery of Kykkos. On the way to Troodos, we will visit the second largest dam in Cyprus - Asprokremos, and also, one of the four bridges of the Venetian era - Chelefos. We will taste the wines, and visit beautiful waterfall Chantara and on the way back, we will make a stop for bathing at the "stone of Aphrodite" where, according to legend, the goddess of love and beauty was born and went ashore.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Wine tasting
Exclusions: Donkey farm - donkey riding is optional at extra charge, Lunch
Reviewed By Ellisd91
Fantastic day out, the tour guide was so informative and told us information about the history of the island and info on each stop in between so the drive to each destination was not boring. It did not stick exactly to the itinerary but we did not mind as it was all so interesting and we still visited places we would have missed if we did not do the tour. Highly recommend.
2. Thursdays - Vino Venture: Explore With A Local - Troodos Mountains thru Wine!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Hello from Cyprus Taste Tours! We're a friendly team of local guides all with Cypriot heritage. A group of true foodies, our activities focus on discovering Cyprus through food & wine... You’ll be driven around the Troodos mountain villages to visit 4 carefully selected wineries. Each boutique winery you'll visit is family-owned and you'll have the chance to meet the individuals behind the wine-making and have all your questions answered on this brilliant small group tour. You'll tour the premises of at least two of the wineries to learn about the process and history of wine. Through each tasting session you'll discover the indigenous grape varieties of the island with a selection of whites, rosés reds and the celebrated sweet wine Commandaria. While driving through the Troodos hills we'll also visit the traditional village of Omodos to check out an old wine press, visit a historical monastery and enjoy a traditional products tasting. Also includes lunch!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Tastings of traditional products, Food & Wine Pairing Lunch, Bottled water, Additional Wine Tasting, Any applicable tasting and entrance fees, Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus, Support a small business along with the local culture, A great day out! Check out our Cyprus Taste Tours reviews to find out why you should book this tour!
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Reviewed By lindsayz209
I did the Finding Famagusta tour with Cyprus Taste Tours. It was scheduled as a group tour, but because participants dropped out last minute, they ran it as private tour for me with no additional markup (which was deeply appreciated!). Beginning to end, the staff at Cyprus Taste Tours were friendly, informative, communicative and wonderful at organizing my tour. I did most of Cyprus independently by Intercity bus, but was absolutely thrilled I visited Famagusta with Cyprus Taste Tours. I learned so much about the history of Famagusta and Cyprus generally, and I had exposure to places and people on my tour I never would have had traveling independently. It was just a terrific tour overall, and the guides - Louisa and Marina - were just awesome! It was like hanging out with two good friends all day. From pickup to drop off, the lunch, the wine tasting, everything was just perfect! I highly recommend Cyprus Taste Tours and would happily book another tour with them when I return to Cyprus in the future. Wonderful tour company! Thank you so much for everything, I had such a great day!
3. Wednesdays - Village Venture: Troodos Mountains Food & Wine Small Group Day Tour
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Hello from Cyprus Taste Tours! We're a friendly team of local guides all with Cypriot heritage. A group of true foodies, our activities focus on discovering Cyprus through food & wine... On this day tour you’ll be driven around carefully selected villages to visit 5 traditional product workshops and taste a variety of Cypriot delicacies. You’ll learn about the sourcing of ingredients, the making process and the traditions linked to the products. You'll experience foods such as halloumi, carob honey, wine, traditional breads and more! Part of our touring will be a visit to Omodos village where you’ll get the chace to visit a historical monastery plus time to shop & explore. Along the way we’ll stop at a village tavern to enjoy an authentic meze lunch – a spread of delicious Cypriot dishes. Any applicable entrance fees, tasting fees, door-to-door transport, meze lunch with bottled water and wine are all included in the tour price. EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED - NO HIDDEN COSTS
Inclusions: We'll stop in the village of Omodos for an authentic meze lunch! Drinks are also included., We'll visit 5 traditional product stops - all will involve tastings!, Bottled water, One of our traditional product stops will be a winery where we'll tour the premises and enjoy an extensive wine tasting of Cypriot wines! Wine & beer is also included with lunch., Air-conditioned vehicle, All tasting and entrance fees, Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus, Support a small business along with the local culture, A great day out! Check out our Cyprus Taste Tours reviews to find out why you should book this tour!
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Reviewed By EntrepreneurTheMovie
5 stars + exceeded expectations for this awesome day of touring! Eating, walking and tasting wine is a wonderful way to ignite your senses to fully explore, soak in and enjoy the Cypriot life. The ladies were friendly, knowledgeable and professional. You can tell they wanted you to experience the best possible day while learning about the history and craftwork behind the local delicacies! If you are still undecided - I recommend booking the tour now so you can reserve your seat in their comfy car.
4. Thursdays - Vino Venture: Explore With A Local - Troodos Mountains thru Wine!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Immerse yourself in the food, wine, and nature of Cyprus on this small goup tour with a dedicated guide. With all transportation provided, you'll taste many wines during the four tastings and enjoy the scenery while driving through the Troodos mountain villages. Pause midday for a traditional meze lunch, over which you'll chat about Cypriot history, culture, and food. • Personalized experience with this small group excursion • Wine tastings at four different wineries • Traditional meze lunch • All transportation included
Inclusions: Unlike other tours... EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED - NO HIDDEN COSTS, Lunch & Drinks, 4 Wine Tastings (25+ wines), Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, All tasting and entrance fees, Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus, Support a small business along with the local culture, A great day out! Check out our Cyprus Taste Tours reviews to find out why you should book this tour!
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Reviewed By Sarah6969pink
Did the wine tour and had a great day out. Louisa and her staff really make the experience they are so friendly and have many an interesting story to tell. They also provide you with lots of helpful hints and tips for the rest of your holiday which invaluable. Recommend booking with this company,
5. Thursdays - Vino Venture: Explore With A Local - Troodos Mountains thru Wine!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy fine Cyprus wines with a clear conscience as your guide takes the wheel on this small-group winery tour from Limassol. From the moment you’re picked up at your door to the moment you return, everything is included, with no hidden extras. Tour four award-winning wineries, all family-owned, and taste 25 different wines; savor a Cypriot lunch in Omodos Village; and stay fueled with snacks and water throughout the day. Troodos Mountains winery tour with transfers from Limassol homes and hotels Taste 25 wines, including Cyprus’ signature fortified wine, Commandaria Feast on an authentic lunch, with meze and drinks, in scenic Omodos Village Numbers are capped at just seven, ensuring a fun and educational day
Inclusions: Bottles water for each participant, We'll enjoy a traditional products tasting along the way plus you'll be offered nibbles with your wine tastings, 4 Wine Tastings (25+ wines), Lunch with drinks, Air-conditioned vehicle, All tasting and entrance fees, Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus, Support a small business along with the local culture, A great day out! Check out our Cyprus Taste Tours reviews to find out why you should book this tour!
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Reviewed By EntrepreneurTheMovie
5 stars + exceeded expectations for this awesome day of touring! Eating, walking and tasting wine is a wonderful way to ignite your senses to fully explore, soak in and enjoy the Cypriot life. The ladies were friendly, knowledgeable and professional. You can tell they wanted you to experience the best possible day while learning about the history and craftwork behind the local delicacies! If you are still undecided - I recommend booking the tour now so you can reserve your seat in their comfy car.
6. Mondays - Beyond The Grape: Explore With A Local - Troodos Mountains thru Wine!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Hello from Cyprus Taste Tours! We're a friendly team of local guides all with Cypriot heritage. A group of true foodies, our activities focus on discovering Cyprus through food & wine... You’ll be driven into the Troodos mountain villages to visit 3 carefully selected wineries. Each boutique winery you'll visit is family-owned and you'll have the chance to meet the individuals behind the wine-making on this brilliant small group excursion. You'll tour the premises of at least one of the wineries to learn about the process and 5000yr history of wine on the island. Through each tasting session you'll discover the indigenous grape varieties and experience a selection of dry whites, rosés and reds plus the traditional sweet wine Commandaria. • Explore a traditional village with a guided tour of Omodos • Try a variety of local wines • Lavish Picnic lunch included • Enjoy the rural villages & meet real locals • Door-to-door transport - no need to worry about who'll be the sober driver
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Pickup from a location of your choice (door-to-door transport), 3 Wine Tastings (20+ wines), We'll enjoy a delicious picnic lunch (includes sandwiches, crisps, breadsticks, dips, fruit, cake, juice & bottled water. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available)., We'll complete a traditional products tasting plus nibbles with some of our wine tastings!, All tasting and entrance fees, Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus, Support a small business along with the local culture, A great day out! Check out our Cyprus Taste Tours reviews to find out why...
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Reviewed By NeelBram
An amazing experience with lovely guides. We took the tour on our first day in Larnaca and it helped us to get to know the central area better. Also, Louisa provided us with a list of restaurants and traditional dishes that help us eat in good restaurants in the following days of the trip. Highly recommended, money well spent!!
7. Mon & Sat - Beyond The Grape: Explore With A Local - Troodos Mountains thru Wine
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Hello from Cyprus Taste Tours! We're a friendly team of local guides all with Cypriot heritage. A group of true foodies, our activities focus on discovering Cyprus through food & wine... You’ll be driven into the Troodos mountain villages to visit 3 carefully selected wineries. Each boutique winery you'll visit is family-owned and you'll have the chance to meet the individuals behind the wine-making on this brilliant small group excursion. You'll tour the premises of at least one of the wineries to learn about the process and 5000yr history of wine on the island. Through each tasting session you'll discover the indigenous grape varieties and experience a selection of dry whites, rosés and reds plus the traditional sweet wine Commandaria. • Try a variety of local wines including the famous Commandaria • Lavish Picnic lunch included • Enjoy the rural villages & meet real locals • Door-to-door transport - no need to worry about who'll be the sober driver
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Pickup from a location of your choice (door-to-door transport), 3 Wine Tastings (20+ wines), We'll enjoy a delicious picnic lunch (includes sandwiches, crisps, breadsticks, dips, fruit, cake, juice & bottled water. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available)., Nibbles with some of our wine tastings!, All tasting and entrance fees, Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus, Support a small business along with the local culture, A great day out! Check out our Cyprus Taste Tours reviews to find out why you should book this tour!
Exclusions: PLEASE NOTE: On Mondays this tour visits the Limassol wine region & on Saturdays the Paphos region
Reviewed By llessurtx
Started out with a honey producer, then on to haloumi, next soutzoukos, monastery winery, lunch at a local taverna, and last but not least a local winery! Great way to spend the day. We had 4 guides for the 2 of us, every question was answered, lots of great information about local products and places to visit. Louisa and her staff are friendly and professional. Highly recommended for locals and tourists alike, we've lived here for almost 3 years and never would have found these places. Look forward to another trip in a different region!
8. Mondays - Beyond The Grape: Explore With A Local - Troodos Mountains thru Wine!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Hello from Cyprus Taste Tours! We're a friendly team of local guides all with Cypriot heritage. A group of true foodies, our activities focus on discovering Cyprus through food & wine... You’ll be driven into the Troodos mountain villages to visit 3 carefully selected wineries. Each boutique winery you'll visit is family-owned and you'll have the chance to meet the individuals behind the wine-making on this brilliant small group excursion. You'll tour the premises of at least one of the wineries to learn about the process and 5000yr history of wine on the island. Through each tasting session you'll discover the indigenous grape varieties and experience a selection of dry whites, rosés and reds plus the traditional sweet wine Commandaria. • Explore a traditional village with a guided tour of Omodos • Try a variety of local wines • Lavish Picnic lunch included • Enjoy the rural villages & meet real locals • Door-to-door transport - no need to worry about who'll be the sober driver
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Pickup from a location of your choice (door-to-door transport), 3 Wine Tastings (20+ wines), We'll enjoy a delicious picnic lunch (includes sandwiches, crisps, breadsticks, dips, fruit, cake, juice & bottled water. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available)., We'll complete a traditional products tasting plus nibbles with some of our wine tastings!, All tasting and entrance fees, Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus, Support a small business along with the local culture, A great day out! Check out our Cyprus Taste Tours reviews to find out why you should book this tour!
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Reviewed By karen1510
I have to say the quality of the tour and the food far exceeded my expectations. Lisa was a knowledgeable and engaging host. The wine pairing lunch really was superb with a great selection of authentic Cypriot dishes given a fine dining twist The guys made a real effort to get me on the tour and overall, must say - just go!!
9. 100% Cyprus - Tour where local color and tastes mix with history (From Paphos)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
Among the popular tours in Cyprus - it is distinguished by a harmonious combination of national color and mountain nature.This is a tour where the local taste mixes with the centuries-old history of the island.You will visit the oldest and most picturesque villages of the island,where kings and poets loved to relax, taste real local wine and traditional halloumi cheese.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Cheese tasting, Wine tasting
Exclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch
Reviewed By Jordan0710
I found this last minute & we went on our last day. The tour guide picked us up from across the road of our hotel. The sea caves are beautiful with the ship wreck close by (be careful & watch your step, it’s uneven). The lagoon was absolutely beautiful. It was cloudy when we arrived but was told the water was 26 degrees centigrade. It’s very deep when you first get in but a short swim towards the shore & you’ll be able to stand up. You spend an hour in the lagoon & then another hour in Latchi harbour for something to eat & a browse. Baths of Aphrodite were nice but I think there’s a larger waterfall on the nature trail, but you won’t have enough time to see it as you only stop there for half an hour (be sure to try the ice cream at the shop!). The wine tasting was ok, they have a selection of whites, reds, rosés & liquors; you can buy some bottles if you like what you taste. Only reason I haven’t given this 5 stars is because the bus was tiny & uncomfortable for me as I’m 6’3”. The tour guide was knowledgeable & educated us on the trip. Beware; if you wish to stop off at a place other than where you got on...tell him first otherwise he will NOT be happy - he scalded us for not telling him. It was a lovely day & for €32, you really can’t moan - there are local excursions for just the Baths of Aphrodite for €30 alone. Recommended to all :)
10. Tue & Sun - The Grape Escape: Troodos Mountains thru Wine Small Group Tour 6hrs
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 8 reviews
You’ll be picked up from a location of your choice and driven into the Troodos mountain villages to visit an award-wining boutique winery where you’ll enjoy a tour of the facility and wine tasting. This will be followed by a trip to a traditional village where you’ll have a chance to wonder the cobbled streets and take in the picturesque experience. Here we’ll take you on a guided tour of the village to see the sites and end with a coffee and traditional snack at one of the quaint village cafes to relax and watch the world go by. • Explore a traditional village with a guided tour (Omodos / Lefkara*) • Try a variety of local wines • Traditional snack and Cyprus coffee included • Enjoy the rural villages & meet real locals • Door-to-door transport - no need to worry about who'll be the sober driver *The village you'll tour will depend on the location of any other pick-ups
Inclusions: All tasting and entrance fees, Bottled water, 2 Wine Tastings (15+ wines), Traditional Snack, Air-conditioned vehicle, A traditional Cyprus coffee will be served with our snack!, Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus, Support a small business along with the local culture, A great day out! Check out our Cyprus Taste Tours reviews to find out why you should book this tour!
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Reviewed By NeelBram
An amazing experience with lovely guides. We took the tour on our first day in Larnaca and it helped us to get to know the central area better. Also, Louisa provided us with a list of restaurants and traditional dishes that help us eat in good restaurants in the following days of the trip. Highly recommended, money well spent!!
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