8 days tour

Contrasts Of Cyprus Walking

Contrasts Of Cyprus Walking

This tour includes:

Transport

We have included walking transfers on day 4 (from the hotel to the beginning of the dayโ€™s walk) and day 5 (return to the hotel at the end of the walk).

Meals

All breakfasts are included. For dinners you have the choice of either the hotelsโ€™ restaurants, or there is a good choice of restaurants nearby so you can choose to eat out and enjoy the local Cypriot cuisine.

Accommodation

The hotels you stay in are all three-star properties with a mix of styling - you start with rustic charm in Kakopetria, to a more modern feel with contemporary styling and an outdoor swimming pool in Droushia and then contemporary beachfront to end in the Akamas Peninsula. Each of the hotels have their own restaurant but are also within walking distance of a choice of restaurants so you can enjoy the local cuisine each evening.

Not included:

Others

โ€” Travel insurance โ€” Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement) โ€” Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date) โ€” Visas or vaccinations โ€” Travel to the start and from the end point

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Itinerary of your trip Contrasts Of Cyprus Walking

  • Day 1 Day 1: Day 1: Arrive In Kakopetria
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Day 1: Arrive In Kakopetria

      Arrive in the stone-built, mountain village of Kakopetria. Stay at the Mill Hotel (or Crystal Boutique Hotel) on a bed & breakfast basis for 3 nights

  • Day 2 Day 2: Day 2: The Solea And Marathasa Valleys (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Day 2: The Solea And Marathasa Valleys (Breakfast)

      A circular walk to the West of Kakopetria, todayโ€™s walk is mainly on sparsely forested slopes with fabulous views towards the Solea Valley, as far as Morphou Bay and the sea. The route takes you past a reservoir, the village of Galata and close to a UNESCO World Heritage painted chapel.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Day 3: Views Of Mount Olympus (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Day 3: Views Of Mount Olympus (Breakfast)

      This circular walk is mainly on the slopes to the East of Kakopetria, offering great views towards the Solea Valley and the village of Kakopetria as well as towards nearby peaks and the northern slope of Mount Olympus.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Day 4: From Evretou To Droushia (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Day 4: From Evretou To Droushia (Breakfast)

      After a transfer to the beginning of todayโ€™s walk, youโ€™ll head towards your next stop at Droushia. Along the way, walk past a crescent lake, an abandoned village and a medieval bridge. Stop at the charming, medieval chapel at Agia Paraskevi and the Kremiotis Waterfall. Stay at the Droushia Heights Hotel on a bed & breakfast basis for 2 nights

  • Day 5 Day 5: Day 5: Lara Beach And Agios Georgios Tis Pegeias (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Day 5: Lara Beach And Agios Georgios Tis Pegeias (Breakfast)

      Descend from the Laona plateau to the Lara coast with an optional stretch of the walk along the Avakas Gorge Nature trail. Pass by the beaches of South Lara and Toxeftra, ending in Agios Georgios tis Pegeias with its medieval church. Return transfer included to the hotel.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Day 6: Baths Of Aphrodite Cave (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Day 6: Baths Of Aphrodite Cave (Breakfast)

      Enjoy fabulous views of the Lara coast then head north for spectacular views of the north coast and the whole of Chrysochous Bay from Cape Arnaoutis, the northwest tip of the island, up to Pomos in the northeast. Todayโ€™s longer route includes stretches of the Smigies, Adonis and Aphrodite Trails. Stay at the Aphrodite Beach Hotel on a bed & breakfast basis for 2 nights

  • Day 7 Day 7: Day 7: Free Day Or Akamas North Coast Walk (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Day 7: Free Day Or Akamas North Coast Walk (Breakfast)

      Today you have the option to just relax on the beach, close to the hotel, or you can enjoy more views of Cyprusโ€™s north coast as you walk along the eastern part of the Adonis Trail. The route passes most of the north coastโ€™s beaches including highlights of Fontana Amoroza and the Blue Lagoon.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Day 8: Leave The Akamas Peninsula (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Day 8: Leave The Akamas Peninsula (Breakfast)

      After breakfast on your last morning, depart the Akamas Peninsula.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Personal

Youโ€™ll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 16 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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