Guided Tours

From Paphos: Troodos Villages, Omodos & Kykkos Monastery Tour

Name: From Paphos: Troodos Villages, Omodos & Kykkos Monastery Tour
Start: 2026-11-06T08:30:00
End: 2026-11-06T16:30:00
Location: Paphos

A full day through Cyprus's religious and winemaking heritage, from a hilltop monastery said to house a fragment of the True Cross to the island's most famous icon.

Start at Omodos village, with a guided visit to the Timios Stavros Monastery, before continuing into the mountains to Kykkos Monastery, Cyprus's wealthiest and most important religious site.

Visit the Tomb of Archbishop Makarios III on Mount Throni for sweeping panoramic views, then enjoy free time and lunch in the pine forests of Troodos.

End the day with a guided wine tasting at Lambouri Winery, sampling Commandaria, one of the oldest named wines in the world, and the fiery local spirit zivania.

Guided visit to Omodos, Kykkos Monastery, and the Tomb of Archbishop Makarios III

Round-trip hotel transfers in a fully insured AC vehicle with professional driver

Experienced local guide

Complimentary wine tasting at Lambouri Winery (Commandaria & zivania included)

Free time for lunch (own expense)

Lunch & additional beverages

TOTAL DURATION8 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Van
Timeline
Map
Start point
Paphos
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1 hr by a/c van
1. Omodos Village
40 min
Guided tour & Sightseeing
Wander the cobbled main street of one of Cyprus's most picturesque wine villages, stopping at the Timios Stavros Monastery, said to house a fragment of the True Cross. Local shops sell handmade lace, loukoumi, and soutzoukos along the way.
1 hr by a/c van
2. Kykkos Monastery
40 min
Guided tour & Sightseeing
10 min by a/c van
3. Tomb of Archbishop Makarios III
40 min
Guided tour & Sightseeing
30 min by a/c van
4. Troodos Mountains
1 hr 10 min
Free time to explore & Lunch
30 min by a/c van
5. Lambouri Winery
30 min
Wine tasting & Guided tour
1 hr by a/c van
End point
Paphos
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

What to bring

Modest clothing: Ensure your shoulders and knees are covered for the monastery visit.

Layers for weather: Pack a light jacket or coat in spring and autumn when temperatures can drop.

Sun protection: Bring sunglasses, a sun hat, and sunscreen for comfort during the day.

Comfortable footwear: Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking in villages and monastery grounds.

Water and snacks: Carry drinking water to stay hydrated and snacks if you like between stops.

Motion sickness aids: Bring motion sickness prevention if you are sensitive to winding mountain roads.

What's not allowed

Pets: Do not bring pets, as they are not allowed on this tour.

Smoking and substances: Do not smoke or use alcohol, food, or drugs inside the vehicle.

Littering: Do not litter during the tour and help keep the Troodos Mountains clean.

Additional information

Pickup timing: Tour pickup begins 30 minutes before the official start time stated on your ticket.

Alcohol policy: Wine tasting is included, but alcoholic drinks are only served to guests aged 18 and older.

Itinerary changes: The operator may adjust the itinerary while keeping the full quality and scope of the tour experience.

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