Mountain & Monastery
Troodos Mountains
& Kykkos Monastery Tour
Pine forests, Byzantine monasteries, mountain villages and panoramic views at 1,952m above sea level
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Troodos
✓
⏱ 7–8h
📅
Year-round
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EN · GR · SR
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100% private
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✓
Cyprus
Book or enquire
From
€59
/ person / shared group
Rate
€48
Guests
1 Person
Guide
Included
Taxes & fees
Included
€48
Total
No credit card required · Instant email confirmation
Tour program & Stops
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🌲Troodos Mountain Drive & Cedar Valley
Ascend through cedar forests and pine-scented mountain air as we climb toward the highest peaks in Cyprus. Stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the island — on clear days you can see Lebanon and the coast of Turkey.
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⛪ Kykkos Monastery (founded 1090 AD)
The wealthiest and most important monastery in Cyprus, founded in the late 11th century and rebuilt many times after fires. Home to one of the three icons painted by Luke the Apostle. The treasury museum houses priceless Byzantine artefacts and illuminated manuscripts.
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🪦 Tomb of Archbishop Makarios III
A short walk from Kykkos leads to the hilltop tomb of Cyprus's first president and archbishop — a figure of enormous importance to the island's independence and Orthodox faith. The site offers sweeping views across the Troodos valleys.
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🏘 Kakopetria — mountain village
One of the most picturesque villages in Cyprus, Kakopetria preserves traditional stone houses dating back centuries. Stop for lunch at a local taverna and try mountain specialities — fresh trout, smoked sausages and mountain herbs.
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🎿 Troodos Square & Mount Olympos (optional)
Visit the summit area of Mount Olympos (1,952m) — Cyprus's highest peak. In winter months this is a ski resort; in summer a starting point for forest hiking trails. Great opportunity for photos at the highest point in Cyprus.
What’s Included
✓ Licensed mountain guide — deep knowledge of Troodos flora, fauna and history
✓ Kykkos Monastery entry — and treasury museum where open
✓ All site entry fees — including monastery grounds
✓ Scenic drive — air-conditioned vehicle through mountain roads
✓ Fixed price — no hidden costs
✗ Lunch — optional stop in Kakopetria (~€15–25 per person)
✗ Warm layer for the summit — temperature can drop 8–12°C vs coast
Pick-up available — from hotels in Ayia Napa, Protaras, Larnaca or Limassol. Pick-up is not included in the tour price and is quoted separately based on your hotel location. For groups, we can arrange a combined tour + private transport at an all-in rate — ask us when booking. |
Good to Know
🧥 Bring a light jacket — mountain temperatures are 8–12°C cooler than the coast
👗 Monastery dress code: no shorts or sleeveless tops — cover shoulders and knees
🛣 Mountain roads are winding — if you experience travel sickness, let us know in advance
❄ Not available December–February (snow conditions on upper roads) 📸The monastery courtyard mosaics and the views from Makarios's tomb are unmissable shots
🥾Comfortable shoes required — some walking on uneven ground at Kakopetria