This week-long linear self-guided walk through the Troodos Mountains of Cyprus takes in some spectacular views, national trails and UNESCO World Heritage sites.
The first few walks are based from the quaint mountain village of Kakopetria with its narrow, cobbled streets and the nearby 11th century painted church, Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis, one of ten that make up a UNESCO World Heritage Site of Painted Churches in the Troodos Region.
The first few walks are based from the quaint mountain village of Kakopetria with its narrow, cobbled streets and the nearby 11th century painted church, Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis, one of ten that make up a UNESCO World Heritage Site of Painted Churches in the Troodos Region. Enjoy fabulous views across the Solea and Marathasa valleys to the sea as well as the northern slope of Mount Olympus – the highest point in Cyprus and home to both a long range British radar installation and a ski resort in winter.
The walking continues along sections of the Mnimata Piskopon (Monuments of the Archbishops) trail, the Atalanti trail (one of Cyprus’s highest elevation trails) and the Persephone trail as you make your way, uphill, from Kakopetria to Troodos Square and then on, downhill, to Pano Platres. With some spectacular views across the island towards Limassol and a visit to the Caledonia Waterfall, so named as it reminded a Scottish expedition to the region, back in 1878, of parts of the highlands. The week finishes with a walk through forest and vineyards to the picturesque, stone-built village of Omodos in the Krassochoria (wine villages) region of Limassol.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Walk along sections of the Atalanti and Persephone Trails offering panoramic views of different parts of the island, including Mount Olympus
- Visit the Caledonia Waterfall as well as UNESCO World Heritage churches, traditional villages and unique rock formations
- Some walks have longer or harder options, giving walkers a choice to do an average of 10km or 16.5km each day
Itinerary
Day 1
KEY INFORMATION
- 7 nights in 3 and 4 star hotels, all rooms en suite
- 6 days of walking – longer/shorter options most days
- Luggage transfers
- Walking transfer on day 7
- GPS Navigation App
- Countries visited: The Republic of Cyprus
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- All buffet breakfasts
- All accommodation (see accommodation section)
- Walking transfer on day 7
- GPS Navigation App
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
- Travel insurance
- Single accommodation (available on request – compulsory supplement)
- Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date)
- Visas or vaccinations
- Travel to the start and from the end point
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Images Courtesy of Exodus Travel
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