Duration
8 hours
Prepareto uncover every hidden corner of Cyprus on this immersive journey. This exclusive excursion leads you through remote mountain villages, strikinglandscapes, and a historic monastery, all topped off with an authentic Cypriot lunch.
Youradventure begins inland, reaching the peaceful, time‑capsule village ofFikardou by mid‑morning. With its cobbled lanes and centuries-old stone houses, it feels as though the clock stopped long ago. You’ll have free time to wanderand soak up traditions that still thrive today. The village is so well preserved that it’s been placed on UNESCO’s tentative list of world heritage sites.
From there, the tour continues to the 12th-century Macharias Monastery, perched on a secluded hillside. Inside, you’ll find ornate decoration and a revered icon ofthe Virgin Mary.
Next, you’ll enjoy a traditional Cypriot lunch, freshly prepared with local ingredients and served at a family‑run restaurant on the way to Lefkara. Theday then draws to a close in the enchanting village of Lefkara, world‑famousfor its lace and embroidery. Here, women of all ages sit outside their homesand workshops, crafting intricate lace by hand. For generations, the villagers travelled across Europe to sell these creations, even Leonardo da Vinci issaid to have purchased a piece.
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