Location: Paphos
Top Things to do in Paphos
The 10 Best Day Trips from in Paphos, Paphos District
Paphos, the capital of western Cyprus, has some serious historical clout. Site of the vast fourth-century BC Tombs of the Kings, set high on a cliff above the sparkling sea, as well as a dramatic Byzantine castle and fine mosaics, it's also known as the birthplace of the goddess Aphrodite. The population of 27,000 is swelled by a summer influx of beach-bound English, German and Scandinavian visitors. A beautiful old harbor awaits, while modern hotels and restaurants stretch along the promenade.
Restaurants in Paphos
1. Surf and Turf Full Day Land Rover Boat Combination Tour from Limassol
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
A combination Land and Sea tour featuring a full day of adventurous swimming and sightseeing across Western Cyprus' wild coastal frontier, the Akamas Peninsula. Get ready for non-stop thrills, lots of swimming and tons of fun. The itinerary takes in all the "must-see" sites and landscapes of this spectacular environmental wonderland. A must for everyone with an appetite for action and a "no pain-no gain" mentality and a ideal choice for honeymooners!
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch with complimentary wine, water and lemonade, Local guide, Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Daydream673292
We visited the zoo the other day, it has most animals you could think off, they seemed well kept for the most part, a zookeeper mark allowed us to get a once in a lifetime photo with a giraffe, and you could tell he cared deeply about the animals, thought it was a great day out. We did think the monkey enclosures could be bigger and were a little on the small side, again with the birds and the ostriches. But other than that, the majority of the animals seemed to have big time enclosures and plenty of space to roam. And they are all rescue animals from what I understood, so have deffo got a better quality of life. I wouldn’t eat there though we went to the cafe which had run out of hand sanitiser when we entered, so we informed the staff, but then when we left it still hadn’t been refilled which during corona times is quite irresponsible. But if you like going to the zoo, take your own lunch and hand sanitiser and you will have a good day out ????
2. Thursdays - Vino Venture: Explore With A Local - Troodos Mountains thru Wine!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Travel into the Troodos Mountains for a wine-tasting experience without worrying about who will be the sober driver. This tour provides round-trip transportation from Limassol & Paphos, as well as in-depth commentary from a guide on the wine terroir as you visit a wine museum and award-winning boutique wineries. Enjoy a stop for a traditional meze lunch at a quaint Troodos village tavern. Round-trip transportation from Limassol & Paphos with hotel pickup and drop-off Guide provides commentary on the wine region Traditional meze with wine included All wine tastings included
Inclusions: All tasting and entrance fees, Bottled water, 4 Wine Tastings, Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus, Air-conditioned vehicle, Wine & bottled water is also included with lunch!, Lunch with drinks, 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 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!
3. Tour of Akamas with Buggy (Half Day)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Start in Kato Paphos / Coral Bay, Sea Caves, St. George, Lara Bay then Turtle Bay. ▪ Minimum age of driver: 18 years with full driving license All our tours are self-drive guided safari tours. Prices include: vehicle, third party insurance, helmets, safety jackets, fuel, English speaking guide. There is an extra charge 10.00 € for 2 drivers.
Inclusions: vehicle, third party insurance, helmets, safety jackets, fuel
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Reviewed By nineclouds
Everything about this experience was perfect! We did the full half day tour which included the Adonis waterfall, coral Bay, the turtle beach and free lunch with a drink included. All aspects went smoothly, Chris and his wife were so friendly and laid back and allowed us to enjoy each sight for the right amount of time. The tour also included pick up and drop off back to our hotel, which was a massive bonus. The quad bikes were in good condition and we were given some time to practice in the car park before taking to the road. I found the steering a bit heavy so Chris kindly offered to switch the quad from 4 wheel drive to 2 wheels to make it lighter, but I preferred to have my boyfriend drive so that I could take in the beautiful views across Paphos. It was a very kind gesture from Chris anyway. I cannot recommend this tour enough! Thank you!
4. 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!
5. 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.
6. 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 :)
7. Blue Lagoon (Akamas) tour from Paphos
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 61 reviews
The program includes two exciting trips: a bus trip and then a sea cruise on a ship. We will see a unique natural landscape, which form sea caves. We will visit the local winery and taste the real Cypriot wine. We go to a small shady garden, where there is a grotto with a romantic name - the Bath of Aphrodite. Another stop is the fishing village of Latchi, from whose port we will continue our journey by ship to the blue lagoon.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, 3 hour boat trip in Blue Lagoon, Seasonal fruits and local wine after swimming , Wine tasting in winery , Use of Snorkelling equipment
Exclusions: 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.
8. Jeep Safari to Akamas - Blue Lagoon Turtle Bay and Adonis waterfalls from PAPHOS
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 20 reviews
An entertaining trip, combining bathing in the blue lagoon and getting to know the Akamas national reserve, the natural environment and ecosystem of which counts more than 500 plant species. Almost all geological formations of Cyprus - valleys, caves, paths and canyons are represented in the Akamas reserve. After traveling through the reserve, we will make a stop in the Adonis bath, where, according to legend, he first met his beloved - Aphrodite
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees, Entrance fees to Adonis Waterfall
Exclusions: 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.
9. Full-day Famagusta, Varosha, and Salamis Tour from Paphos
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 49 reviews
You will enjoy a coffee break at Choirokoitia on the way.After passing from Strovilia checkpoint you will visit the ancient Kingdom of Salamis ,St.Varnavas church and St.Nicolaos cathedral where you will have free time for lunch(not included in the price).You will finish the tour by seeing the ghost city of Varosi and return to Paphos. .
Inclusions: Professional driver, Air-conditioned coach, Licensed guide, Pick up and drop off from Paphos city centre hotels
Exclusions: Meals and drinks
Reviewed By AliceBT30
This was a lovely trip. The bus stops at three different monasteries with the opportunity for a lovely lunch at one of them. The guide was very informative, not just about the monasteries but Cyprus in general. I would highly recommend it.
10. Full Day Tour in Paphos: Trip To The Past
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 3 reviews
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
Reviewed By K_JILANI-2021
It was a really lovely journey and the driver was very friendly and very kind. for information to ask him any question He give us very lovely answer and explain us very nicely.
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