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 & Exclusions
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ All fees and/or taxes
✖ Winery - wine tasting is optional
✖ Lunch
Pickup Locations
1. St. George Gardens Hotel
2. Paradise Kings Club
3. Elysium Hotel
4. Kissos Hotel
5. Akti Beach Hotel & Village Resort
6. Avanti Hotel
7. Mayfair Gardens
8. Annabelle
9. St. George Beach Hotel & Spa Resort
10. Hilltop Gardens Hotel Apartments
11. Kefalos Damon Hotel Apartments
12. Anemi Hotel & Suites
13. Sunny Hill Hotel Apartments
14. Capital Coast Resort and Spa
15. Kefalos Beach Tourist Village
16. Cynthiana Beach Hotel
17. King's Hotel
18. Theo Sunset Bay Hotel
19. Nereus Hotel
20. Queen's Bay Hotel
Itinerary
1
Asprokremmos Dam
Asprokremmos dam is the second largest dam in Cyprus. It is built at an altitude of about 100 m above sea level.
It is considered an important wetland for endemic and migratory birds
Duration: 10 minutes
2
Tzelefos Bridge
Definitely the most known bridge of the island.
Its popularity is due to the fact that that it’s the largest stone bridge ever build in Cyprus and goes over river Diarizos. Found in an area of rich green vegetation, the forest area engulfing it is beautiful and has various nature spots to be explored.
Duration: 30 minutes
3
Chantara Waterfall
The Hantara waterfall derived its name from the word "anatra" which means "water noise". The water of the waterfall falls violently from a height of eight meters rolling over the gavro, which is one of the main rocks of the area and forming at its base a small pond.
Situated in the middle of the countryside, it is surrounded by trees, plane trees, ivy, pine trees, golden oaks, sumac, strawberry trees, cistus, sage and lavender, giving guests wonderful scents.
Duration: 20 minutes
4
Mount Olympus
Olympus, or Chionistra, at 1,952 metres, is the highest point in Cyprus. A British long range radar currently operates at Mount Olympus' peak.
In winter time high possibility of snow.
Ski resort operating in January, February
Duration: 10 minutes
5
Kykkos Monastery Troodos
Kykkos Monastery is one of the wealthiest and best-known monasteries in Cyprus.
The Holy Monastery of the Virgin of Kykkos was founded around the end of the 11th century by the Byzantine emperor Alexios I Komnenos
Duration: 40 minutes
6
Omodos
It is a popular destination for those who like homemade wine, walks around ancient streets, visits to the traditional rural homes that have been turned into museums and shopping for original art and crafts (e.g. silver jewelry, glass objects, lace-work, sweets and famous Arkatena pretzels). The village’s main attraction is the True Cross Monastery, which houses a piece of the True Cross together with other relics.
Duration: 30 minutes
7
Zenon Winery
Wine tasting
Duration: 20 minutes
8
Aphrodite's Rock
According to one legend, this rock is the site of the birth of the goddess Aphrodite, perhaps owing to the foaming waters around the rock fragments, and for this reason it is known as Aphrodite's Rock
Stop for a swim
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
