Pygmalion Tour
Pygmalion Tour
Pygmalion Tour
5 Days Starting in Limassol and ending in Paphos
Visiting: Limassol, Paphos, Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite's Rock), Nicosia, Choirokoitia
Tour operator:
Tour code:
702645
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Group size:
8 - 15
Age range:
16-99
Special diets catered:
Please advise request
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Join our five-day 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 and change of scenery, from vineyards to the historical places, all surrounded by the beautiful Mediterranean landscape. Explore Petra tou Romiou, regarded since ancient times as the birthplace of Aphrodite, goddess of love and fertility, the Troodos mountains with its unique Byzantine Churches, and admire the fascinating collection of Cypriot artefacts at the Archaeological Museum in Nicosia.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Paphos/Larnaca Airport – Limassol (70Km – 1Hr)
Location: Limassol
Accommodation: Hotel
Welcome to Cyprus! Upon landing at Paphos’s Airport or Larnaca’s Airport, a tour representative will meet and greet you before guiding you to the transfer to your hotel in Limassol. Settle in your room before spending the rest of this first day at leisure.
Overnight in Limassol.
Day 2 : Limassol – Petra Tou Romiou – Paphos – Limassol (140Km – 2Hrs)
Location: Paphos, Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite's Rock), Limassol
Accommodation: Hotel
Spend a day sightseeing the wonders of Paphos: the whole town is included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list. Proceeding westbound along the beautiful coast, we stop at Petra Tou Romiou, where, according to Greek mythology, Aphrodite emerged from the foam of the water. We will begin our day by visiting the Ayios Neofytos monastery founded at the end of the 12th century by the Cypriot writer and hermit Neofytos. The Engleistra contains some of the most beautiful Byzantine frescoes (12th and 15th centuries). We will continue to visit the Tombs of the Kings which date back to the 4th century BC, carved into the rock and decorated with Doric columns. Then we will be able to admire the famous mosaics of the house of Dionysus. The floors of these patrician villas date back to a period between the third and fifth centuries AD and are considered among the most beautiful mosaics in the eastern Mediterranean. The last stop will be at the church of Panagia Chrysopolitissa, built in the thirteenth century, within whose complex you can see the column of St. Paul, where according to tradition the saint was scourged.
Overnight in Limassol.
Day 3 : Limassol – Chirokitia – North And South Nicosia – Limassol (190Km – 3Hrs)
Location: Nicosia, Choirokoitia
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Meeting with the guide and departure for Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus outlined by the ancient Venetian walls, known thanks to the wealth of archaeological and artistic finds contained in its museums and above all for being the last city in the world divided by a wall. Along the way, a stop at the archaeological site of Chirokitia, an ancient Neolithic settlement; the excavations carried out have brought to light evidence of one of the most important Neolithic cultures in the world. Visit to the Cathedral of San Giovanni in the archbishop's palace which houses frescoes from 1731. Passing through the Venetian walls and the Famagusta gate we will arrive at the National Museum where you can admire the fascinating collection of Cypriot finds and treasures of inestimable value. We continue to the historic center of Nicosia (Laiki Yitonia). Free time and crossing the checkpoint, visit the caravansary, Buyuk Han, one of the most famous architectural works of the Ottoman period. The Buyuk Han is located in the center of the traditional market inside the walls. We continue to the Saint Sophia Cathedral transformed into a Mosque (visit from outside until the works are finished). Return to the hotel in the afternoon.
Overnight in Limassol.
Day 4 : Limassol – Troodos Mountains – Limassol (100Km – 2Hrs)
Location: Limassol
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and depart to the Troodos mountains for a guided tour of some of the famous Byzantine churches, included in the 'UNESCO "World Heritage list: the Church of Ayios Nicolaos, completely painted with frescoes ranging from the eleventh to the seventeenth century and the Byzantine church of Panagia of Pothithou. After free time for lunch we continue our journey by visiting the Panagia Tis Asinou Church in Nikitari village, one of the ten UNESCO World Heritage churches on the Troodos. Built in a pine-clad area, it has some of the finest examples of Byzantine wall painting on the island. Return to the hotel in the afternoon.
Overnight in Limassol.
Day 5 : Limassol – Departure Paphos/Larnaca Airport (70Km – 1H)
Location: Paphos
Meals Included: Breakfast
After one last breakfast at your hotel, bid farewell to Cyprus as you hop onto a comfortable transfer to the airport, where you will catch your flight to your following destination.
What's Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with English and Italian-speaking local guides on shared basis during the scheduled activities (Day 2-4)
ACCOMMODATION:
- 4 nights’ accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 - 5 Limassol
Superior Hotel Category = Poseidonia Beach Hotel or similar 4*
MEAL:
- 4 Breakfasts
- 4 Dinners
TRANSPORT:
- Arrival shared transfer from Paphos or Larnaca Airport to hotel (Day 1)
- Departure shared transfer from hotel to Paphos or Larnaca Airport (Day 5)
- Shared transportation in an air-conditioning bus or minibus throughout the scheduled activities (Day 2-4)
ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Petra tou Romiou and Paphos visit (Day 2); archaeological site of Chirokitia and Nicosia tour (Day 3); Troodos Mountains tour (Day 4)
OTHER:
- Meet & Greet
What's Not Included
- Visa fees
- Domestic flights
- International flights
- Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
- Optional tours (if any)
- City tax not included, payable on the spot
- Any visit not mentioned in the program
- Porterage and gratuities
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
- Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Cyprus. Appropriate clothing is required to visit the church. Sleeveless clothing, shorts and short skirts are prohibited. Sun protection, sunglasses and a hat can be very useful during your stay.
Please Note
- If the number of participants is less than 6, the tour will be arranged with a private car
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems, or security reasons
- Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 - 5 Limassol
- Superior Hotel Category = Poseidonia Beach Hotel or similar 4*
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 - 5 Limassol
- Superior Hotel Category = Poseidonia Beach Hotel or similar 4*
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Destination Services Cyprus requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services cyprus charges.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 19 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.