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Cyprus is full of hidden treasures, and you'll discover some of its rural gems on this full day tour to the Troodos Mountains. You'll drive into the countryside, visiting Lampadistis Monastery in Kalopanayiotis, and enjoying a few pleasant surprises in rustic villages in between. Nefeli, one of our local guides, says, ‘Arsos is the sort of village where you see old men playing 'tavli' – backgammon – in coffee shops.'
First up is Platanisteia – a small village famed for its printmaking museum. After finding out about the history of the island's print industry, we'll visit the medieval Tzelefos Bridge – it's a standout selfie spot deep in the middle of woodland. Then, it's on to the village of Kalopanayiotis. It's sprawled over a remote valley dissected by a picturesque stream. You'll drop into a traditional family-run taverna for a lunch made from locally sourced ingredients.
The highlight of the day is the village's Monastery of St John Lampadistis. Nefeli says, ‘Its Byzantine frescoes are so exquisite that UNESCO has listed them as world heritage.' The murals, which date as far back as the 14th century, are highly refined and very well-preserved. Admission fees to the monastery, which are included, go to its upkeep. Apart from a trio of churches to amble around, there are monastic buildings, including cells, auxiliary rooms and an oil press. And before heading back to the resort, you'll be able to sample some local wines in a typical Troodos Mountains winery.
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4.7/5
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4.7/5
Value for money
4.6/5
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4.7/5
Caroline Hawkins
From United States of America - July 2025Travelled as a couple
45 - 54 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
The whole experience was fantastic, especially seeing all the small villages Troudos
Aerial
From United States of America - July 2025Travelled as a couple
35 - 44 years old
Great
Overall rated4/5
Having been on a different trip to a castle and monastery with wine tasting, this trip was not as good. The previous trip had shops near the monastery ...
Nicky
From United States of America - July 2025Travelled with a group of friends
35 - 44 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Elli
From United States of America - June 2025Travelled with a group of friends
45 - 54 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Sehr kompetente Reiseleiterin, routinierter Busfahrer. Mittagessen durchschnittlich, hilfreiches Personal in der Gaststätte.
Brian
From United States of America - June 2025Travelled as a couple
55 - 64 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
The frescoes in the monastery were outstanding.
Cathendo
From United Kingdom - June 2025Travelled as a couple
55 - 64 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Our guide, Andri (Andrea) was excellent and so knowledgeable. We particularly liked her knowledge of the monastery - we learned a lot. The small group ...