Join this five-day comprehensive tour and discover an island rich in history and culture, glorious cuisine, glittering coasts, waterfalls, and sandy beaches. This tour offers a myriad of experiences, from the total relaxation of sunbathing with a drink in hand, to the thrill and challenge of hiking the highest waterfalls on the island. Explore the Akamas Peninsula by 4x4 and relax cruising on the Blue Lagoon.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Paphos: famous for its sun-kissed beaches and believed to be the birthplace of the Greek Goddess of love and beauty, Aphrodite, proudly boasts the remains of villas, palaces, theatres, fortresses and tombs that belong to Classical, Hellenistic and Roman periods.
The Akamas Peninsula: considered as one of the most popular places to visit, including smaller plains, small rivers, deep narrow valleys, caves, gorges sandy beaches, rocky shores and small islands.
Caledonia waterfalls: the highest waterfalls in Cyprus, located in the village of Platres and surrounded by a forest in a beautiful area with breath-taking views.
The Blue Lagoon: a shielded bay where the water is usually warmer than the rest of the area. The blue lagoon bay is sandy and not very deep, and it’s one of the most isolated yet beautiful beaches in Cyprus, offering a magical view.
Day 1: ARRIVAL PAPHOS (13km – 30min)
Welcome to Cyprus! Upon landing at Paphos Airport, a tour representative will meet and greet you before guiding you to the transfer to your hotel. Settle in your room before spending the rest of this first day at leisure (private transfer from Larnaca Airport is available at additional cost).
Overnight in Paphos.
Day 2: PAPHOS – CALEDONIA WATERFALLS – PAPHOS (170km – 3.5hrs by coach / 2hrs hike)
Wake up to an early breakfast at the hotel, and hop on the coach for your first adventure! The first stop of the day will be at Kolossi fruit plantation, where you will have the chance to try some fresh lemonade and buy fruit before continuing further into the mountains to the pretty hilltop village of Platres. This is the starting point for the nature trail, which follows the bubbling Kryos Potamos stream through the verdant forest for 3km. Once you reach the Caledonia Falls, you'll be able to take a break by the shaded freshwater retreat, then keep going to the famous Psilo Dendro restaurant with its very own trout farm. Relax over lunch – needless to say, trout is a speciality – and enjoy an amble through Platres village before returning to Paphos.
Overnight in Paphos.
Day 3: PAPHOS: HALF-DAY CRUISE
Start your day with an early breakfast before being picked up from your hotel for a half-day cruise that ticks all the boxes with a perfect blend of relaxation and activities. Once you're settled on board in Paphos, you'll cast off for just over three hours of relaxation and fun. Choose your spot on deck as your captain cruises full steam ahead towards Coral Bay. Here, you'll have the chance to jump off the boat and swim and snorkel. There are also two canoes on board – a fun way to exercise and catch the sun. You'll also enjoy a buffet lunch complete with free-flowing local drinks and fresh fruit to round it off. Background music also sets the scene. Then, sailing further north, you'll pass a famous shipwreck and sea caves en route to St George's Island before returning to Paphos harbour.
Overnight in Paphos.
Day 4: PAPHOS – AKAMAS PENINSULA – PAPHOS (90km – 3hrs)
Start your day with an early breakfast before being picked up from your hotel. This trip takes you deep into the stunning Akamas Peninsula, exploring both land and sea in a rugged 4x4 vehicle – far from the usual coach experience. Your journey begins at Avakas Gorge, one of Cyprus' most breathtaking natural wonders. Enjoy a scenic half-hour walk through its dramatic limestone canyon, where towering cliffs create a strikingly narrow passage. Next, visit Lara Beach, home to a dedicated turtle conservation project that has been protecting sea turtles for decades. With the morning's exploration behind you, you'll head near the Latchi Harbour to enjoy a delicious lunch. Then, set sail for the Blue Lagoon, where crystal-clear waters invite you for a refreshing swim.
Overnight in Paphos.
Day 5: PAPHOS DEPARTURE (13km – 30min)
After one last breakfast at your hotel, bid farewell to Cyprus as you hop onto a comfortable transfer to Paphos International Airport, where you will catch your flight to your following destination. We hope the memories of this trip will stay with you for a lifetime – have a safe journey!
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Cyprus. We recommend sturdy footwear for the hike due to some uneven terrain and rocks. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
