Overview
Our first stop will be at the picturesque Village of Laneia; a walk through the beautiful flower lined streets and stone houses.
Next stop will be in Troodos Square, in the surroundings of the pinewoods, you may enjoy a coffee break and wander around the stalls selling traditional products.
Continuing up the mountains, we will arrive at the island’s most famous and wealthiest monastery, Kykkos. With its gold decoration, paintings and mosaics, the monastery possesses a precious icon of the Virgin Mary painted by the Apostle Luke.
Following on the peak of the mountain, we will have the opportunity to visit the stunning Throni tis Panagias.
Next, you will have time to relax and enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant.
After lunch, we will visit a winery for wine tasting. Here you can try a variety of locally produced exquisite wines.
Lastly, we will stop at Omodos village; where you can visit Timios Stavros Monastery; the local bakery, try a Cypriot coffee made in the traditional way.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
In-vehicle air conditioning
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
This is our main office on the sea road.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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35 min
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.
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Troodos Mountains
30 min
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.
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Kykkos Monastery
40 min
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.
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30 min
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.
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Pedoulas
1 hour
Next, you will have time to relax and enjoy lunch at a nearby mountain traditional restaurant.
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Lambouri Winery
30 min
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.
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Omodos
40 min
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Nicosia).
Additional Information
- Modest attire is required to enter the monastery (covered shoulders and legs down to knees)
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Best of Troodos Mountains & Villages tour from Limassol
Can I cancel Best of Troodos Mountains & Villages tour from Limassol for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 9–10 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's not included?
- Lunch
Which places does it visit?
It visits Troodos Mountains, Kykkos Monastery, Pedoulas, Lambouri Winery, Omodos.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Ascot Travel & Tours
