EXCURSIONS FROM AYIA NAPA / PROTARAS
TOUR 1: DISCOVER CYPRUS CITIES
(Includes: Larnaca, Salt Lake, Kiti Village, Angeloktisti Church, Limassol, Limassol old town, Limassol Castle, Limassol Marina, Curium Theater, Kolossi Castle, Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite’s Birthplace) Paphos, Mosaics, Medieval castle and the old port)
Leaving the Cosmopolitican villages of Ayia Napa and Protaras we will be heading towards Larnaca, where we will visit the Salt Lake. Besides its picturesque beauty, the lake is the haunt of 85 species of water-birds. It is one of the important migratory passages through Cyprus. Among them are thousands of flamingoes which spend the winter months there feeding off populations of the brine shrimp.
Following the road to Limassol, our next stop will be the village of Kiti. At the nearby Kiti village west of Larnaka it’s the small, but very significant stone build church of “Angeloktisti” meaning the church built by the Angels. This is one of the very few early Byzantine monuments that survived on the island with mosaics of the 6th century AD. Heading towards Limassol and the most developed city of Cyprus! Major stop will be at the old port of Limassol. Limassol Marina, old Castle and city centre are placed within 10 minutes walking distance! Use some of your time for a relaxing coffee break at the new Marina. Next stops are the Kolossi Castle and the Curium ancient theatre. One of the most spectacular archaeological sites on the island, Kourion was an important city kingdom where excavations continue to reveal impressive new treasures. Noted particularly for its magnificent Greco – Roman Theatre, Kourion is also proud home to stately villas with exquisite mosaic floors and an early Christian Basilica among other treasures.
The route to Paphos takes us through the Afrodite Birthplace, the Greek goddess of love and beauty. Finally, Paphos! Around the harbour of Kato Paphos you will find the world famous Mosaics, Medieval castle and the old port. Here you will have the opportunity to visit both sightseeing’s and have a lunch at a seafront traditional tavern.
There will be time for you to shop and have lunch. We are looking forward to welcoming you in one of our cars. The tour can be customized so you can suggest places to add or remove from the excursion. The duration of the excursions is 8 hours but you can if you want request a shorter version.
Following the road to Limassol, our next stop will be the village of Kiti. At the nearby Kiti village west of Larnaka it’s the small, but very significant stone build church of “Angeloktisti” meaning the church built by the Angels. This is one of the very few early Byzantine monuments that survived on the island with mosaics of the 6th century AD. Heading towards Limassol and the most developed city of Cyprus! Major stop will be at the old port of Limassol. Limassol Marina, old Castle and city centre are placed within 10 minutes walking distance! Use some of your time for a relaxing coffee break at the new Marina. Next stops are the Kolossi Castle and the Curium ancient theatre. One of the most spectacular archaeological sites on the island, Kourion was an important city kingdom where excavations continue to reveal impressive new treasures. Noted particularly for its magnificent Greco – Roman Theatre, Kourion is also proud home to stately villas with exquisite mosaic floors and an early Christian Basilica among other treasures.
The route to Paphos takes us through the Afrodite Birthplace, the Greek goddess of love and beauty. Finally, Paphos! Around the harbour of Kato Paphos you will find the world famous Mosaics, Medieval castle and the old port. Here you will have the opportunity to visit both sightseeing’s and have a lunch at a seafront traditional tavern.
There will be time for you to shop and have lunch. We are looking forward to welcoming you in one of our cars. The tour can be customized so you can suggest places to add or remove from the excursion. The duration of the excursions is 8 hours but you can if you want request a shorter version.
TOUR 2: CITY TO MOUNTAIN – MOUNTAIN TO CITY
(Includes: Nicosia, Ledras street, Laiki Geitonia, Archbishop’s Palace, Byzantine Museum, Library of the Archbishopric, Folk Art Museum, National Struggle Museum, Troodos, Platres, Miliomeri Waterfalls, Limassol, Limassol Old town, Limassol Marina, Limassol Castle)
Our first stop in Nicosia will be Ledras street and Laiki Geitonia. Then you can walk to Laiki Geitonia and choose one of the traditional taverns for lunch. You will have the chance to taste traditional Cypriot food and Mediterranean cuisine. Archbishop’s Palace is the official residence and office of the archbishop of Cyprus located in Nicosia. The palace was built next to the “Old Archbishop’s Palace”, between 1956 and 1960; in neo-Byzantine architecture style. Although the Archbishop’s Palace is not open to the public; the Byzantine Museum, Library of the Archbishopric, Folk Art Museum and the National Struggle Museum located on its grounds are open to the public. Last visit will be Agios Ioannis Cathedral within the old city walls. Is built on the site of the 14th century chapel of the Benedictine Abbey of Agios Ioannis the Evangelist of Bibi. Enjoying the countryside and leaving the crowded city of Nicosia we will be driving towards the mountains of Troodos. Troodos is the largest mountain range in Cyprus, located in the center of the island. Troodos’ highest peak is Mount Olympus at 1,952 meters which also hosts 4 ski slopes. The Troodos mountain range stretches across most of the western side of Cyprus. There are many famous mountain resorts, Byzantine monasteries and churches on mountain peaks, and nestling in its valleys and picturesque mountains are villages clinging to terraced hill slopes. Milomeri Platres waterfalls. Millomeri waterfalls is actually the highest waterfall in Cyprus. At Millomeri Fall, the water falls from a height of 15 meters. The most obvious reason for that, is due to the fact that access to Millomeri waterfall was made easier a couple of years ago, so only few people knew about this place… Heading towards Limassol and the most developed city of Cyprus! Major stop will be at the old port of Limassol. There you will be informed of the what to do! Limassol Marina, old Castle and city centre are placed 10 minutes walking distance! From high class restaurants to traditional taverns can be found to enjoy your lunch time.
There will be time for you to shop and have lunch.We are looking forward to welcoming you in one of our cars. The tour can be customized so you can suggest places to add or remove from the excursion. The duration of the excursions is 8 hours but you can if you want request a shorter version.
There will be time for you to shop and have lunch.We are looking forward to welcoming you in one of our cars. The tour can be customized so you can suggest places to add or remove from the excursion. The duration of the excursions is 8 hours but you can if you want request a shorter version.
TOUR 3: TOWARDS LARNACA AND NICOSIA
(Includes: Kiti, Angeloktisti Church, Salt Lake, Makenzy Area, Palm Tree Beach, St. Lazarus church, Nicosia,Ledras street, Laiki Geitonia, Archbishop’s Palace, Byzantine Museum, Library of the Archbishopric, Folk Art Museum, National Struggle Museum)
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Leaving the Cosmopolitican villages of Ayia napa and Protaras we will be heading towards the village of Kiti. At the nearby Kiti village west of Larnaka it’s the small, but very significant stone build church of “Angeloktisti” meaning the church built by the Angels. This is one of the very few early Byzantine monuments that survived on the island with mosaics of the 6th century AD.
Following the road to Larnaca we will visit the Salt Lake. Besides its picturesque beauty, the lake is the haunt of 85 species of water-birds. It is one of the important migratory passages through Cyprus. Among them are 2,000–12,000 flamingoes which spend the winter months there feeding off populations of the brine shrimp.
Finally, Larnaca! Makenzy area and Palm tree beach are the main beach attractions for the tourist. Have a lunch at the nicest fish taverns or use your time to walk along the sandy beaches of Larnaca.
A must will be a visit to St. Lazarus church! The splendid church in the center of the town dedicated to its patron Saint Lazarus, constitutes an important center of ecclesiastical worship in the town of Larnaka.
Leaving Larnaca and heading towards the Capital and business center of Nicosia you will have some time to relax on a highway driving and fill up your batteries for more sightseeing!
Our first stop in Nicosia will be Ledras street and Laiki Geitonia. Ledra Street is a major shopping thoroughfare in central Nicosia, Cyprus, which links North and South Border of Nicosia. Then you can walk to Laiki Geitonia and choose one of the traditional taverns for lunch. You will have the chance to taste traditional Cypriot food and Mediterranean cuisine.
Archbishop’s Palace is the official residence and office of the archbishop of Cyprus located in Nicosia. The palace was built next to the “Old Archbishop’s Palace” (built in the 17th century), between 1956 and 1960; in neo-Byzantine architecture style. Although the Archbishop’s Palace is not open to the public; the Byzantine Museum, Library of the Archbishopric, Folk Art Museum and the National Struggle Museum located on its grounds are open to the public.
Last visit will be Agios Ioannis Cathedral within the old city walls. Is built on the site of the 14th century chapel of the Benedictine Abbey of Agios Ioannis the Evangelist of Bibi.
There will be time for you to shop and have lunch.We are looking forward to welcoming you in one of our cars. The tour can be customized so you can suggest places to add or remove from the excursion. The duration of the excursions is 8 hours but you can if you want request a shorter version.
Following the road to Larnaca we will visit the Salt Lake. Besides its picturesque beauty, the lake is the haunt of 85 species of water-birds. It is one of the important migratory passages through Cyprus. Among them are 2,000–12,000 flamingoes which spend the winter months there feeding off populations of the brine shrimp.
Finally, Larnaca! Makenzy area and Palm tree beach are the main beach attractions for the tourist. Have a lunch at the nicest fish taverns or use your time to walk along the sandy beaches of Larnaca.
A must will be a visit to St. Lazarus church! The splendid church in the center of the town dedicated to its patron Saint Lazarus, constitutes an important center of ecclesiastical worship in the town of Larnaka.
Leaving Larnaca and heading towards the Capital and business center of Nicosia you will have some time to relax on a highway driving and fill up your batteries for more sightseeing!
Our first stop in Nicosia will be Ledras street and Laiki Geitonia. Ledra Street is a major shopping thoroughfare in central Nicosia, Cyprus, which links North and South Border of Nicosia. Then you can walk to Laiki Geitonia and choose one of the traditional taverns for lunch. You will have the chance to taste traditional Cypriot food and Mediterranean cuisine.
Archbishop’s Palace is the official residence and office of the archbishop of Cyprus located in Nicosia. The palace was built next to the “Old Archbishop’s Palace” (built in the 17th century), between 1956 and 1960; in neo-Byzantine architecture style. Although the Archbishop’s Palace is not open to the public; the Byzantine Museum, Library of the Archbishopric, Folk Art Museum and the National Struggle Museum located on its grounds are open to the public.
Last visit will be Agios Ioannis Cathedral within the old city walls. Is built on the site of the 14th century chapel of the Benedictine Abbey of Agios Ioannis the Evangelist of Bibi.
There will be time for you to shop and have lunch.We are looking forward to welcoming you in one of our cars. The tour can be customized so you can suggest places to add or remove from the excursion. The duration of the excursions is 8 hours but you can if you want request a shorter version.
