Kykkos Monastery and Troodos Mountains Small Group Tour
Excursions & day trips

Kykkos Monastery and Troodos Mountains Small Group Tour

4.3/5
Excellent
Based on 17 reviews
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$107.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Admire the pine-clad valleys and ancient villages of the Troodos Mountains
  • Visit the Kykkos Monastery and admire its collection of icons and frescoes
  • Marvel at long views over mountains from the top of Throni Hill at 1450m
  • Savour a typical Cypriot lunch in a family-run restaurant in Pedoulas village
  • Small group tour with expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Cyprus
What to expect

The drive into the Troodos Mountains is a journey to another Cyprus. Rustic stone villages dot pine-studded valleys and traditional ways of life still hold sway. This small group, adults-only tour takes you into the spiritual heart of the highlands, the Kykkos Monastery, as well as the hilltop tomb of Makarios III. Eva, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘The Troodos Mountains are where I find my soul. There are villages where time has stood still, where people still care about one another, where you enter as a guest and leave as a friend.'

Ascending into the wild landscapes of the Troodos Mountains, you'll stop for a coffee break in a typical village. Then it's on to the star of the show, the beautiful Kykkos Monastery, perched on top Mount Kykkos. The interior is richly decorated, and you won't be able to keep your eyes off the icons and frescoes. You'll hear the legend of why its most famous icon, ‘the Golden Girl', remains half-hidden. And you'll also have some free time to wander around the grounds and enjoy the panoramic views of the mountains.

We'll then visit Throni Hill and the elaborate tomb of Archbishop Makarios III. Superb views greet you before the drive down to the village of Pedoulas. Here, you'll enjoy a typical Cypriot lunch made from locally sourced ingredients in a family-run restaurant. There's time for an optional walk up to the Orthodox church of the Holy Cross, then we'll head back with a photo stop at Prodromos viewpoint and a coffee break en route.

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What's included
  • check Panoramic bus tour
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Lunch
What to remember
  • Dress appropriately – no shoulders or knees showing – when visiting religious buildings
  • Adults only
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
  • Drinks not included
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Provider
TUI CYPRUS LTD
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.3/5

Based on 17 reviews from verified customers

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  • John

    From United Kingdom - June 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    55 - 64 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The tour was excellent with many spectacular and interesting views. On the bus, participants were not told to use seat belts or that it was a legal ...

  • Veronique

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Marianne

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Her klooster zelf was prachtig! Ook de toer was mooi door het Troodesgebergte. Maar de rest stelde helaas weinig voor. Erg veel in de bus gezeten. Gee ...

  • Mr Grantley Kingscott

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Very enjoyable day the guide and driver were fun and very knowledgeable

  • Andrew

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Traveled as a couple

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Simon

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Solo traveler

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Te veel informatie. Geen gelegenheid om een dorp echt even te bezoeken. Ik mis ook gebrek aan communicatie welke dorpen door heen gereden wordt.

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