Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Paphos
You'll arrive in Paphas and get settled at your hotel at whatever pace works for you. The evening brings a buffet dinner with local and international options back at the hotel. If you feel like getting out, the coastline is there to walk, or you could grab coffee at a local café, check out Paphos Harbour, or just relax by the pool.
- Start point
- Paphos, Cyprus (Your Hotel)
- Meals
- Dinner (Buffet dinner at the hotel, featuring a variety of local and international dishes)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Athena Beach Hotel or Capital Coast or Louis Phaethon or Aquamare Beach Hotel)
Included Activities
- Hotel check-in and settling in
Optional Activities
- Leisurely walk along nearby coastline or hotel gardens
- Visit local café or bar for sunset drink
- Short visit to Paphos Harbour
- Hotel facilities: pool, lounge areas, spa
Landmarks Paphos Harbour - Day 2
Paphos: Culture, Crafts & Heritage
Today dives into Cypriot culture starting with the 9th-century Church of Ayia Paraskevi and a stop to watch traditional loukoumia sweets being made. Then you'll head to Mrs. Sofia's farm to see halloumi and bread made the traditional way before having homemade brunch. Afterward, St. Neophytos Monastery comes next with its cave frescoes and an optional riddle quest if you're interested. You'll finish by wandering through Paphos Old Town to see Ottoman heritage and street art, then meet artisans at 'The Place' creative hub.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Brunch (Homemade Cypriot brunch at Mrs. Sofia's farm), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Athena Beach Hotel or Capital Coast or Louis Phaethon or Aquamare Beach Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit to Church of Ayia Paraskevi (9th century)
- Loukoumia workshop with traditional sweet-making demonstration and tasting
- Mrs. Sofia's farm: halloumi and bread-making experience
- Homemade Cypriot brunch at the farm
- Visit to St. Neophytos Monastery and cave frescoes
- Guided walk through Paphas Old Town
- Visit to 'The Place' creative hub
- Meet local artisans and pottery experience
- Light buffet of local treats at 'The Place'
Optional Activities
- Riddle quest at St. Neophytos Monastery to uncover monastery secrets
Landmarks Church of Ayia Paraskevi St. Neophytos Monastery Paphos Old Town - Day 3
Nicosia - Green Line
The journey heads east to Lefkara, a village known for intricate lacework and silver work where you can walk the cobbled streets and watch a brief lace-making demo. From there, you'll continue to Nicosia for a guided walk through the Old Town with its Venetian walls, Ottoman mosques, and British colonial buildings. Crossing the Green Line takes you into occupied Nicosia to see Büyük Han, a restored 16th-century caravanserai full of artisan workshops and cafés. You'll be back in Paphos by late afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Athena Beach Hotel or Capital Coast or Louis Phaethon or Aquamare Beach Hotel)
Included Activities
- Walk through Lefkara village with cobbled streets
- Meet local artisans in Lefkara
- Lace-making demonstration in Lefkara
- Guided walk through Nicosia Old Town
- Visit to Büyük Han (16th-century caravanserai) in occupied Nicosia
- Explore artisan workshops and cafés at Büyük Han
Optional Activities
- Lunch at a traditional tavern in Nicosia
Landmarks Lefkara Nicosia Old Town Büyük Han Venetian walls of Nicosia 
- Day 4
Paphos: Free Day
This day is completely flexible and yours to arrange. Spend it by the pool or beach, or explore more of Paphos on your own. Optional activities include visiting Paphos Harbour, walking the coastal promenade, checking out the Tombs of the Kings and museums, taking a boat trip, getting a spa treatment, or heading to a winery in the nearby hills.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Athena Beach Hotel or Capital Coast or Louis Phaethon or Aquamare Beach Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Relax by the pool or beach
- Independent exploration of Paphos
- Visit Paphos Harbour
- Walk along coastal promenade
- Explore Tombs of the Kings
- Visit local museums
- Boat trip
- Spa day at hotel or local facility
- Winery visit in nearby hills
Landmarks Paphos Harbour Tombs of the Kings - Day 5
Northern Cyprus: Salamis & Famagusta
You'll cross into Northern Cyprus beginning at the Salamis Archaeological Site where ancient theatres, Roman baths, and mosaics show what an impressive city this once was. The historic Old Town of Famagusta comes next with its Gothic cathedrals, Venetian walls, and Ottoman landmarks. After optional lunch, you'll experience Varosha, the ghost city abandoned since 1974, where you can walk its empty streets and learn about its sudden evacuation and partial reopening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Athena Beach Hotel or Capital Coast or Louis Phaethon or Aquamare Beach Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit to Salamis Archaeological Site
- Exploration of ancient theatres, Roman baths, and mosaics at Salamis
- Visit to Old Town of Famagusta
- Exploration of Gothic cathedrals, Venetian walls, and Ottoman landmarks in Famagusta
- Visit to Varosha ghost city
- Walk through empty streets of Varosha
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Famagusta
Landmarks Salamis Archaeological Site Famagusta Old Town Varosha 
- Day 6
Paphos - Southern Cyprus Cultural Tour
Start the morning at Kourion, where you'll walk through an ancient Greco-Roman city set high above the coastline. The theatre here is in great condition, and the mosaics scattered throughout are worth taking time to examine. From there, head to Kolossi Castle, a medieval fortress that sits among vineyards with views stretching across the landscape. The castle has a lot of history tied to the Knights of St. John, so there's plenty to learn about. Next, you'll get to the Cyprus Wine Museum in Erimi Village, where you can trace winemaking back 5,500 years through their collection. A guided tasting follows, paired with local food and cheese. After that, you have free time for lunch either at Limassol Marina or the Old Town if you prefer wandering the streets. The day wraps up at Petra tou Romiou, the coastal rock formation linked to mythology and one of Cyprus's most recognized spots.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Daily breakfast at the hotel), Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Athena Beach Hotel or Capital Coast or Louis Phaethon or Aquamare Beach Hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Kourion archaeological site including theatre and mosaics
- Guided visit to Kolossi Castle with rooftop access
- Guided tour of Cyprus Wine Museum in Erimi Village
- Wine tasting session with traditional delicacies at Cyprus Wine Museum
- Visit to Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite's Rock)
Optional Activities
- Lunch at Limassol Marina
- Lunch in Limassol Old Town
- Walking along the pebbled beach at Petra tou Romiou
Landmarks Kourion Kolossi Castle Cyprus Wine Museum Limassol Marina Limassol Old Town Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite's Rock) - Day 7
Paphos: Final Free Day
Your final full day lets you move at your own pace. Relax by the hotel pool or beach, or venture out to discover quieter parts of Paphos. The Paphos Ethnographic Museum or Byzantine Museum work well for a cultural visit, or take a leisurely walk through the archaeological ruins of the Early Christian Basilica near the harbour. Feeling adventurous, you could join an optional tour at Limassol or book a spa session for some pampering.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Athena Beach Hotel or Capital Coast or Louis Phaethon or Aquamare Beach Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Relax by hotel pool or beach
- Independent exploration of Paphos
- Visit Paphos Ethnographic Museum
- Visit Byzantine Museum
- Stroll through Early Christian Basilica ruins near harbour
- Optional tour at Limassol
- Local spa visit and pampering session
Landmarks Early Christian Basilica Paphos Ethnographic Museum Byzantine Museum - Day 8
Departure from Paphos
After a week exploring Cypriot culture, mountain landscapes, and authentic experiences, it's time to head home. You'll have a relaxed morning at the hotel to reflect on everything you've seen and get ready for your departure.
- End point
- Paphos, Cyprus (Your Hotel)
- Meals
- Breakfast
