Authentic Paphos: Culture, Flavors and Traditions
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Try new Live Translation feature on our excursion! Experience instant live translation on the bus with Live Voice App. Available in Polish, French and German. How does it work? 1. Download Live Voice App 2. Enter the code that will be provided to you on the bus 3. Use you own headphones or borrow one of ours to listen the guide You are ready to go! Begin in Geroskipou with a visit to Church of Ayia Paraskevi, a 9th-century Byzantine gem, then explore a traditional loukoumia (Cyprus Delights) shop with tastings. In Paphos Old Town, see the Ottoman Baths and visit The Place for local arts and crafts. Visit Mrs. Sofia’s House, where you’ll experience true Cypriot hospitality. Watch cooking demonstration of halloumi cheese and village-style bread. Enjoy a homemade and freshly prepared brunch in Sofia’s courtyard. Brunch is included in price. Then continue to St. Neophytos Monastery, a 12th-century retreat nestled in the hills.
Inclusions
What's included
- Licensed guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Includes late Cypriot breakfast
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Paphos hotels
- Professional driver
What's not
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Itinerary
A unique 5-domed church of St Paraskevi, built in the 9th century reputedly on the site where the ancient temple of Aphrodite previously stood
We will have a chance to see how the ‘loukoumia’ (Cyprus delights) are made
• Enjoy a pottery workshop, where you can try your hand at traditional Cypriot ceramics. • Meet local artisans and discover their crafts, from weaving to icon painting. • Delight in a buffet of local delicacies, including halloumi, village sausages, olives, carob syrup, honey, and more!
• Stroll through the charming Old Town, where history meets modern creativity. • Visit the Ottoman Baths, a historic 17th-century hammam that tells the story of past civilizations. • Walk along the famous Street Art Wall, where contemporary murals reflect the culture and traditions of Cyprus.
• Experience hands-on halloumi and bread making in a traditional village home. • Learn the secrets of handcrafted halloumi cheese and bake village-style bread in a stone oven. • Enjoy a homemade brunch with halloumi, fresh bread, olives, and traditional Cypriot coffee.
• Visit the stunning 12th-century monastery nestled in the hills. • Discover the cave of St. Neophytos, adorned with rare Byzantine frescoes. • Optional: Take part in a fun riddle game, solving clues around the monastery to uncover hidden secrets of the site! Relax at the monastery’s coffee shop, where you can enjoy a traditional Cypriot coffee while taking in the breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding valley.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.7
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Ratings come from 90 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 50 travellers
- Operated by
- QUALIDAY
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Approximate excursion duration not including pick-ups 6 hours
- You will receive a message through Viator with the exact pick up piont and time.If not please call us to advise you at least a day before.Hotel name information is needed.
How it compares in Paphos
- Its from-price is 32% below the median of the 274 experiences we list in Paphos.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 41 of 274.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Paphos
Paphos is a harbour town on Cyprus's south-west coast, with Roman mosaics, ancient tombs, a seafront fort and the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite nearby.
Paphos is split between the harbourside Kato Paphos, where most of the ancient sites lie, and the hillside town of Ktima above it. Kato Paphos is a World Heritage site, with the floor mosaics of Roman villas such as the House of Dionysos, the ruins of an odeon and a small fort at the harbour mouth. Nearby, the Tombs of the Kings are rock-cut burial chambers dating from the 4th century BC.
Top-ranked sights in Paphos: Rock of Aphrodite (Petra tou Romiou), Super Aphrodite Waterpark, Adonis Baths.
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