The most interesting, in my opinion, an excursion from Limassol, which is necessary to visit, called the "Heart of Trodos". It is organized with small tourist groups, that is, there will be no need to wait until the entire bus of 50 people will bring together after each stop for sending to a further route. Within this excursion, you will see the main Cypriot shrines, villages on the slopes of the mountains, as well as picturesque mountain rivers. You will drive through Mount Olympus, which is the highest point of Cyprus. Then go to the famous Cyprus Monastery Kickkos, where the icon of the Virgin, written by Saint Luke is stored. In the monastery you can leave notes, put candles, and in the local source - to gain healing water. After lunch, which is included in the cost of the excursion, you will visit one of the most beautiful villages of Cyprus - Omodos. It is here that the temple of a honest life-giving cross, which, according to legend, was founded by an equivalent queen of Elena. The particle of the Cross of the Lord is stored here. You will have the opportunity to see the famous lace and silver decorations of handmade, which is famous for the village of omodos far beyond the island. Here you will visit a small winery and take part in tasting the best varieties of local wines. Excursion to visit Peter Tu Romiou is the place of birth of Aphrodite. Be sure to make photos here and pay in the waters bringing youth and beauty. Impressions will remain for a long time. The cost of such an excursion is within 100 euros. For children need to pay 55 euros.
Excursion "Real Cyprus" - the second most popular among tourists on the island of Aphrodite. She begins with a visit to the Women's Monastery of Saint Fekla, which is located in a picturesque mountain valley among olive trees and figures. Since ancient times, this monastery is famous for healing waters and mud, which helps with eye and skin diseases. Next, the group goes into one of the most beautiful monasteries of Cyprus - Maheras. This is a male monastery of the 12th century facilities. The miraculous icon of Our Lady Maheras is kept here. Then it is assumed to stop at the slopes of the Mount Konia to admire the wonderful species of nature in these places. For lunch in the restaurant of the mountain village of Vavatsini, you will be waiting for the national dish of Cypriot cuisine - Mesé. Next, in the program of excursions - a visit to the famous Cyprus village of Lefkara. It is here that the unique lace of levkaritics knit, and also create interesting decorations of silver. There is a legend that even Leonardo da Vinci came to this village, where and acquired lace for the altar in the Milan Cathedral. You will have the opportunity to observe the embroidery process itself, as well as get acquainted with the life and culture of local residents. Likes likers and silver products can be purchased immediately in the souvenir shop. An excursion is completed by visiting the exhibition of olive oil in the village of Skarin. The local museum exhibits a variety of olives and oils from them. Please note that open knees and shoulders are not allowed in this excursion when visiting the monasteries. And also do not forget to take bottles where you can score holy water. The cost of excursion for adults is 65 euros. For children - 28 euros.
Excursion "Suite Grand Tour" deservedly enjoys high popularity among tourists. Order places on it better in advance. After all, everyone wants to get at the highest possible impressions of Cyprus. The bus goes deep into the island - to the Mountain Array of Throdos, which is rightfully called the Heart of Cyprus. You will drive through the picturesque mountainous villages and visit the central part of Trodos. On the path of the bus makes a stop so that tourists can take a picture of the amazing panorama of the island opening from here. After that, the path lies in the Kickkos Monastery. This monastery is considered the richest in Cyprus. It is here that the miraculous icon is kept, written during the life of the Virgin Mary. If you wish, you will be able to visit the Kikki Museum, which is famous for its collection of church utensils of 9-18 centuries and ancient icons, as well as the Church of Our Lady. Dining you have to go to the local rustic tavern, where you will taste the real dishes of local national cuisine. Then the route will continue in the direction of the village of Omodos, which is considered the most unique in Cyprus due to its architecture - white houses. It is worth visiting the monastery church of the Holy Cross, where you can see a few vintage icons and a particle of the Cross of the Lord. Stroll around the narrow rustic streets and appreciate the work of Cypriot lace. Here, all this, if desired, can be purchased. At the end of the excursion, visit the winery, where you look at the process of producing local wines and set up several varieties with various shades of taste. Here in the local shop can be purchased olives, olive oil, as well as natural cosmetics. The cost of the excursion is from 30 euros for children, up to 60 euros - for adults.
