1 / 10Limassol: Private Troodos, Kykkos & Aphrodite's Birthplace
About this activity
This cultural tours is one of the standout things to do in Limassol, Cyprus. Rated 3.8/5 by 5 travellers, it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €365 per person. Your own guide, your own pace — ancient monasteries, a presidential tomb, mountain wines, and a legendary sunset at Aphrodite's birthplace. The most private and personal way to discover Cyprus.
Leave Limassol behind and immerse yourself in the breathtaking soul of Cyprus on this exclusive private full-day Troodos Mountains tour — crafted entirely around you.
Your journey begins in enchanting Omodos village — where cobblestone streets wind past ancient wine cellars and craft workshops to the venerable Timios Stavros Monastery, guardian of a sacred relic of the Holy Cross that has drawn pilgrims to these quiet hills for centuries.
Winding higher through the picturesque villages of Pedoulas and Prodromos, you'll arrive at the magnificent Kykkos Monastery — founded in the 11th century and home to the most sacred treasure on the island — the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary, believed to have been painted by St. Luke himself and never once unveiled to human eyes.
Nearby on Mount Throni (1,318m) stands the Tomb of Archbishop Makarios III — Cyprus' founding president and national hero — commanding sweeping panoramic views stretching endlessly across the Troodos Mountains.
Stop at a traditional Cypriot winery to savour legendary Commandaria, fiery Zivania, and fine local wines.
On the way back to Limassol, pause at the legendary Birthplace of Aphrodite — where the goddess of love rose from the sea foam at the most breathtaking stretch of the Cyprus coastline — and capture the most magical sunset photos of your life.
Good to know
- •Duration: approximately 8 hours and 30 minutes.
- •Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
- •Offered in 7 languages.
- •A specific meeting point is provided — check the Meeting point section below for the exact location and map.
- •Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Limassol is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular cultural tours slots in Limassol sell out.