Private tour

From Nicosia: Kykkos & Kalopanayiotis Full-Day Guided Tour

Activity provider: TRAVELHOUSE
Private tour

From Nicosia: Kykkos & Kalopanayiotis Full-Day Guided Tour

Activity provider: TRAVELHOUSE

From US$ 450.04 per group up to 6

Enjoy a getaway in the Troodos mountains. Explore historic mosaics and murals at Kykkos Monastery. Catch a glimpse of traditional Cypriot life.

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Duration 7 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Greek, Russian, German, French
Pickup included
Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
Private group

Experience

Highlights
  • Pass through the picturesque Troodos mountain range
  • Get a glimpse of the traditional Cypriot life
  • Take a panoramic view of the valley of Kalopanayiotis
  • Marvel at the centuries-old frescos at Ayios Ioannis Lampadistis Monastery
  • Explore the Museum of Kykkos Monastery
Full description
Go deep into the pine-clad Troodos Mountains. Visit the Kykkos Monastery, the wealthiest and most lavish on the island. Marvel at the monastery's richly decorated interiors. Experience the scenic beauty of Kalopanayiotis, a pearl of the Troodos range. Drive through mountain villages to reach the beautiful Monastery of Kykkos. This monastery houses one of the miraculous icons of the Virgin Mary, which is said to have been painted by St. Luke during her lifetime. Feast your eyes on gleaming marble floors, colorful murals and elaborate frescoes. Visit the Tomb of Archbishop Makarios, the first President of Cyprus. Continue to the Museum of Kykkos Monastery. Explore its priceless collection of icons, sacred vessels, manuscripts and other Cypriot antiquities. The monastery of Ayios Ioannis Lampadistis, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is the jewel of the ancient spa village of Kalopanayiotis. See its sulphur springs, traditional architecture and panoramic valley views. End your tour by soaking in Kalopanayiotis’s peaceful atmosphere.
Includes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tour Guide
  • Small bottle of water per participant
  • Refreshing towel
  • Informational material
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Optional activity costs
  • Personal expenses
  • Entrance fee to Museum of Kykkos Monastery - €5
  • Entrance fee to Byzantine Museum of Kalopanayiotis - €1
Not suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Cash
Customer reviews

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I had a great time with this Kykkos tour. I was planning to join with my friend, but he was feeling sick in the morning, and I had to participate alone. But I was never bored. Marina, the guide, explained a lot of the Cypriot history, culture, society, and politics, which was a great fun. The streets in the mountain villeges were incredibly narrow, but Ektras showed an excellent driving skill and I enjoyed the whole trip. The tomb of the first president Makarios is a must-see.

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January 2, 2023

October 4, 2021

Product ID: 394124