Troodos Mountain Villages Tour with Lampadistis Monastery
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Troodos Mountain Villages Tour with Lampadistis Monastery

4.4/5
Excellent
Based on 24 reviews
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$101.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Admire the Byzantine frescoes of the UNESCO-listed Monastery of St John Lampadistis
  • Discover the dramatic landscapes and rustic villages of the Troodos Mountains
  • Photo stop at the Venetian Tzelefos Bridge crossing a stream deep in a forest
  • Enjoy a Cypriot lunch in a family-run restaurant and a wine tasting in a local winery
  • Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Troodos Mountains and their treasures
What to expect

Cyprus is full of hidden treasures, and you'll discover some of its rural gems on this full day tour to the Troodos Mountains. You'll drive into the countryside, visiting Lampadistis Monastery in Kalopanayiotis, and enjoying a few pleasant surprises in rustic villages in between. Nefeli, one of our local guides, says, ‘Arsos is the sort of village where you see old men playing 'tavli' – backgammon – in coffee shops.'

First up is Platanisteia – a small village famed for its printmaking museum. After finding out about the history of the island's print industry, we'll visit the medieval Tzelefos Bridge – it's a standout selfie spot deep in the middle of woodland. Then, it's on to the village of Kalopanayiotis. It's sprawled over a remote valley dissected by a picturesque stream. You'll drop into a traditional family-run taverna for a lunch made from locally sourced ingredients.

The highlight of the day is the village's Monastery of St John Lampadistis. Nefeli says, ‘Its Byzantine frescoes are so exquisite that UNESCO has listed them as world heritage.' The murals, which date as far back as the 14th century, are highly refined and very well-preserved. Admission fees to the monastery, which are included, go to its upkeep. Apart from a trio of churches to amble around, there are monastic buildings, including cells, auxiliary rooms and an oil press. And before heading back to the resort, you'll be able to sample some local wines in a typical Troodos Mountains winery.

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What's included
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  • check Traditional lunch
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What to remember
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Dress appropriately – no shoulders or knees showing – when visiting religious buildings
  • Adults only
  • 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
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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

4.4/5

Based on 24 reviews from verified customers

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  • Arnold s.

    From Germany - June 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Poor

    Overall rated

    2/5

    Reiseleiterin beleidigte mich persönlich vor allen Gästen. Sehr unangenehme Person.wenig Information zu Land und Leute. Nur das nötigste mitgeteilt.

  • SW

    From Germany - June 2025

    Traveled with a group of friends

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Die Ziele waren sehr gut ausgewählt und auch sehr schön. Die Fahrtzeit war insgesamt sehr lange, das war ein bisschen schade.

  • Marianne & Gerhild

    From Austria - May 2025

    Traveled with a group of friends

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Das Kloster war sehr schön u die Fresken beeindruckend, die Reiseleiterin hat sehr gut über alles informiert u auch auf Fragen bereitwillig geantworte ...

  • Ulla 54

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Es war eine sehr schöne Tour! Wir haben viel gesehen und interessante Dinge über Land und Leute erfahren! Auch das includierte Mittagessen war gut! W ...

  • Sylvia

    From Germany - April 2025

    Solo traveler

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Es war eine wunderschöne Tour und Gudrun hat uns viel von Zypern erzählt. Die Sehenswürdigkeiten auf der Strecke waren es eindeutig wert und auch das ...

  • Heinzelfrau

    From United States of America - April 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Wir standen 1/2 an der Haltestelle und wußten nicht, ob der Bus überhaupt kommt. Da wir unsere Handynummer bei TUI hinterlegt haben, hätte eine SMS un ...