• Laneia - Our first stop will be at the picturesque Village of Laneia; a walk through the beautiful flower lined streets and stone houses. We will see the Old Wine press of the village, as well as the Olive Mill.
• Troodos Mountains - Next stop will be in Troodos Mountains Square, in the surroundings of the pinewoods, you may enjoy a coffee break and wander around the Stalls selling traditional products.
• Kykkos Monastery (Panagia tou Kykkou) - Continuing up the mountains with beautiful forest views, we will arrive at the island’s most famous and wealthiest monastery - Kykkos. Founded at the end of the 11th century and dedicated to the Virgin Mary. With its impressive gold decoration, paintings and mosaics, the monastery possesses a precious icon of the Virgin Mary painted by the Apostle Luke.
• Throni - Following on the peak of the mountain, we will have the opportunity to visit the stunning (Throni tis Panagias) of Kykkos. Well worth it, to experience the wonderful views of the beauty of nature all around; it is here that during long periods of drought, the monks of the nearby Kykkos Monastery used to climb to the top of the mountain, place the Virgin Mary icon on a wooden “throne” and pray for rain. It is also the location of the tomb of the first President of the Republic of Cyprus Archbishop Makarios III.
• Pedoulas - Next, you will have time to relax and enjoy lunch at a nearby mountain traditional restaurant.
• Lambouri Winery - After lunch, we will visit a winery for wine tasting, located in the island’s best grape region. Here you can try a variety of locally produced exquisite wines, including the famous “Commandaria”, which is one of the oldest named wines in the world.
• Omodos - Lastly, we will stop at Omodos village; where you can visit Timios Stavros Church of the Holy Cross; the local bakery, try a Cypriot coffee made in the traditional way. Wander around this interesting village with its craft shops.
  Omodos is situated in the heart of the wine producing countryside, with the beauty of nature all around.

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Explore the wonders of the Troodos Mountains and charming villages on this intimate journey through nature, history, and local culture.

The first destination is the enchanting village of Laneia, where flower-adorned streets and stone houses showcase the island’s allure. Proceed to Troodos Square, encircled by pine forests — savor a coffee and explore stalls offering local products.

Then, visit the splendid Kykkos Monastery, established in the 11th century, renowned for its golden decorations and the sacred icon of the Virgin Mary. Nearby, enjoy stunning views from Throni tis Panagias, the resting place of Archbishop Makarios III.

Relish lunch at a traditional mountain restaurant, sample local wines at a family-run winery, and conclude the day in Omodos Village — explore its monastery, indulge in local sweets, and wander through its charming stone streets with quaint craft shops.

• The remaining time is designated for transportation purposes.
• Modest attire is required to enter the monastery (covered shoulders and legs down to knees)
• Pickup and drop-off of all travelers takes approximately 40 minutes from first to last location (depending on traffic)
• This is a group tour not a private Tour

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.