Private Tour
Walk on Artemis trail and in Old Kakopetria
Overview
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Hike on Artemis trail (8 km / 5 miles, flat and easy), the highest elevation trail in Cyprus, covered with unique flora. It is barren on many stretches and characterised by black pines and endemic Troodos junipers. Usually it offers excellent vistas to many parts of the island and to coasts from Limassol to Morphou bay.
Meander inside the picturesque old part of Kakopetria village - visit old olive press, an old church and watermill. Take a short walk along a shaded stream opposite the old part of Kakopetria village. Cyprus coffee on a coffee shop veranda overlooking the stream is highly recommended (as is a fresh trout meal at a nearby restaurant).
Visit the 11th century UNESCO World Heritage site Agios Nicolaos tis Stegis painted church, a former monastery where only the chapel survives. The frescoes are superb, dating from the 11th century onward.
Enjoy a customisable route on the top of Cyprus, combining some of the best nature and cultural heritage the island has to offer.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private tour
As a rule the guide can offer a free ride in the company car.
Driver/guide
Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Artemis Nature Trail
Artemis is the highest elevation trail in Cyprus. It is unique in a number of ways, because of its geology, its high altitude (nearly 2,000 m) and the vistas it offers towards many directions. It is a top - five walking trail in Cyprus, not to be missed. It is flat and circular, and at places requires case as people walk next to steep sloped.
Kakopetria
The laid-back old part of Kakopetria village offers an excellent example of Cyprus rural architecture and a collection of attractions (eg a traditional man powered olive press and a grape press). Meandering through the narrow alleys is one part of the walking experience. The other consists of the stretch next to the stream, which combines nature with views from below of the traditional part of the village, a medieval bridge and watermill. Enjoying a Cyprus coffee at a local coffeeshop is yet another dimension to the experience.
Options
8 hours- Limassol/Troodos ride
Duration: 8 hours: Enough time for trip from Limassol (no pickup from ports)
Free ride fr Troodos/Limassol: There is enough time for the trip if we start from Limassol (not from ports) or if we meet around Troodos Square or similar.
Pickup included
8 hour- free ride from Nicosia
Pick up in free Nicosia
Pickup included
10 hour trip-AyiaNapa/Protaras
Free ride fr Ayia Napa/Protara: There is enough time to do the walking trip from Ayia Napa or Protaras
Pickup included
10-hour trip fr Larnaca
Duration: 10 hours: There is enough time to do the walking trip starting from Larnaca
A free ride from Larnaca: A Free ride from a preagreed place (not a port or airport). Guiding time starts when travellers meet the guide.
Pickup included
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great trip
Kazue T,
Jun 23, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic tour! Phivos was very friendly and was all about making sure I have good time and see what I wanted. Not rushed and I had great time conversing with him and learning about Cyprus. I was able to visit towns not the most touristy ones but more authentic which was nice while being able to see UNESCO heritage
Cypress creek
Luis F,
Nov 6, 2019
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour guide was very good , rook us were ever we wanted visited two small towns ,incredible, highly recommend this company
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