From Larnaca: Troodos Highlights Kykkos, Throni & Kakopetria
ID: GYG1270680-1944204
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Paese: Cyprus
Durata:
10:00 ore
Descrizione
Discover the Troodos Mountains on a guided tour from the East Coast. Visit the Kykkos Monastery, explore the village of Kakopetria, and see the tomb of Archbishop Makarios III at Throni.
Begin your journey with a stop in Kakopetria, a well-preserved village with traditional, picturesque houses. Walk around the quaint village, known for its running water and mini waterfall, and mingle with the friendly locals.
Continue through the mountains to Throni, located at the top of the mountain among a beautiful pine forest. Admire the breathtaking views of the Troodos Mountains and visit the tomb of Archbishop Makarios III, the first President of Cyprus.
Next, drive to Kykkos Monastery, founded by the Byzantines in 1092. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, it is the richest monastery on the island and possesses one of the three surviving icons painted by Saint Luke.
Admire the miraculous icon, covered in silver gilt and enclosed in a tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl shrine, which holds an eminent position in the church. Enjoy free time to explore the monastery and have lunch (optional extra).
Punti salienti
- Discover the Troodos Mountains and visit the Kykkos Monastery
- Explore the picturesque village of Kakopetria and meet the locals
- Visit the tomb of Archbishop Makarios III at Throni
- Admire the scenic views of the Troodos Mountains
- See one of the three surviving icons painted by Saint Luke
Lingue guida
INFORMAZIONI IMPORTANTI
Visitors must dress appropriately when visiting religious places. No tank tops or shorts allowed for men and women at Throni and Kykkos Monastery.
Clients staying in the Larnaca area are transferred to and back from the excursion bus with a minibus, free of charge.
INCLUSO
- Transfer from Protaras Hotels: 07:00 - 07:25 hrs
- Transfer from Ayia Napa Hotels: 07:30 - 07:55 hrs
- Transfer from Larnaca Hotels: 07:45 - 08:05 hrs
- English-speaking tour guide
- Air Conditioned Coach
- Coffee break near Astromeritis (approx. 20 mins)
- Guiding and free time in the traditional mountain village of Kakopetria (approx. 45 mins)
- Guiding and free time in Throni at the Tomb of Archbishop Makarios) (approx. 30 mins)
- Guiding in Kykkos Monastery and free time for lunch (lunch is not included in the price) (approx. 1: 45 hrs)
Quando dovrei prenotare?
Per garantire la disponibilità, prenota il prima possibile. La prenotazione anticipata è consigliata soprattutto se stai pianificando il viaggio durante l'alta stagione come le festività pubbliche o i fine settimana.
Cancellazioni
Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.
