This small group luxury tour takes you to little known cultural landmarks deeply important in the history and spirituality of the island of Cyprus. Travel from Ayia Napa or Protaras through the lower foothills of the mountains to the impossibly located Stavrovouni Monastery Founded in the 4th century by Saint Helena. We also visit Saint Lazarus church in Larnaca old town and the 11th century church in Kiti.
Highlights:
This tour is available from Monday to Friday
Tour start time is 08.30
The tour lasts around 5-6 hours
Book with a deposit and pay the rest on the day of the trip (In cash to the guide)
Please book at least 4 days in advance. There are only 4 places available per trip so we may need to ask you for a second choice of date or time.
Tour by range rover for a maximum of 4 people.
Sightseeing as shown in the description
Entry into Stavrovouni Monastery (men only may enter)
Food & Drinks
Souvenirs
A charming scenic guided tour to Stavrovouni Monastery - Holy Cross founded in the 4th Century by Saint Helena located at the top of the Stavrovouni mountains offers a breath taking spiritual and rich historical experience.
Please note that only men may enter the monastery and they must be wearing long trousers.
We then head into the old town of Larnaca where we visit the beautiful church of Saint Lazarus. Dating back to the 9th century, it's a lovely building with many interesting features.
Our final stop is the 4th century Holy Church of the Virgin Mary Angeloktisti at Kiti. Another beautiful old building which has seen many centuries of history pass by.
This is a small group trip for up to 4 people.
Pick up is available from any hotel / apartment / villa in the Ayia Napa / Nissi Beach/ Ayia Thekla/ Protaras, Pernera, Kaparris, Paralimni and Cape Greco areas.
This trip is not wheelchair accessible.
Only Men may enter Stavrovouni Monastery.
Long trousers must be worn in the monastery
Children are welcome on this tour under their parents supervision.
The driver will be your guide and he speaks excellent English and Greek. A Polish speaking driver is also available for advance bookings.
Minimum booking 3 passengers. Maximum 4 passengers per trip.
If you book for 3 passengers you may share your trip with another 2 passengers. This is not a private tour.
There are only 4 places available per trip. We may ask you for a second choice of date/ time if your first choice is already fully booked.
The vehicle used is a modern, air conditioned range rover.