Authentic Cyprus Historic Day Tour from Paphos
4.5

Authentic Cyprus Historic Day Tour from Paphos

By Qualiday
Recommended by 95% of travelers
95% of reviewers gave this product a bubble rating of 4 or higher.
What is Travelers’ Choice?
Tripadvisor gives a Travelers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travelers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
Immerse yourself in local culture, history, and mythology on this day tour from Paphos. Highlights include a visit to the five-domed Agia Paraskevi Church, a stop at a pottery workshop in the village of Yeroskipou, and the chance to explore the monastery of Saint Neophytos. You'll also visit a local winery with a stop for a traditional Cypriot breakfast along the way.
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation

Ages 0-80, max of 50 per group
Duration: 6h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
More

Highlights
  • A local guide will show you some of interior Cyrus's most interesting spots
  • Taste locally produced wines at a Cypriot winery
  • Round-trip transfers from Paphos city center hotels are included
  • A traditional Cypriot breakfast is provided at no extra charge

  • Includes late Cypriot breakfast
  • Professional driver
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Paphos city center hotels
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Licensed guide
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Message will be send through Viator to advise for your exact pick up point and time .Information of the hotel name is needed. In case you won’t receive the message please call us at least a day before departure. If you cannot find your hotel please call us to give you the nearest pick up point . Failure of the client to be on time at the right pick up point will result to a No show and will be fully charged.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Additional pickup options
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.
      • Tombs of the Kings Bus Station, QCC6+285, Paphos 8046, Cyprus
      • The Three Little Pigs Grill House, Paphos 8046, Cyprus
      • Melania Restaurant, Paphos, Cyprus, Chlorakas Avenue 2 Paphos, Tombs of the Kings Ave 63, Chlorakas 8220, Cyprus
      • Amazon Kiosk, QC7F+2J9, Paphos 8048, Cyprus
      • Agioi Anargyroi Church, Agapinoros, Paphos 8041, Cyprus
      • Hondros - The oldest traditional tavern, QC56+5Q5, Apostolou Pavlou Ave, Paphos 8040, Cyprus
      • Eatonwood., Apostolou Pavlou Ave 14, Paphos 8046, Cyprus
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Stroller accessible
        • Near public transportation
        • Infant seats available
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6177P15

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Most travelers can participate
        • Approximate excursion duration not including pick-ups 6 hours
        • You will receive a message through Viator with the exact pick up piont and time.If not please call us to advise you at least a day before.Hotel name information is needed.
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
        • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6177P15

        From
        $31.98
        per adult
        Select date and travelers

        Similar experiences

        Itinerary
        • 1
        • 2
        • 3
        • 4
        • 5
        About the operator
        Don’t take it from us – here’s what people have to say about this operator:
        • Qualiday
          443
          Paphos, Cyprus
          Joined in April 2014
        • A8643DOkarenh
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Grt trip
          Fabulous place to visit, History mind blowing, we got a taxi from Paphos to take us to the historical places in Limmosol, hired him for 4hrs well worth the money he was lovely. Met him in the Harbour resteraunt Paphos another lovely place to eat
          Written February 7, 2025
        • Michelle P
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          History of cyprus in one day.
          One of the best trips i have done in cyprus .and well done to the bus driver and vassos the tour guide from start to finish.i leant more than i ever did before about cyprus in one day.very interesting but also sad as u walk threw the ghost town of famagusta which was once the number one tourist destination and now just hotels shops all closed damaged abandoned due to 1974 civil war.SUCH A SHAME .also visited salamis anceint city amazing.its a must do trip when you visit cyprus.
          Written January 31, 2025
        • AngieMc40
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Day trip to Nicosia
          Interesting and informative tour. Highly recommended. Our tour guide gave a detailed and impressive background to the history of Cyprus and the effects religion and politics have had on the island.
          Written January 29, 2025
        • Liathach1055m
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing tour
          Wonderful to see the St Barnabas church, the ancient city of Salamis and the walled town of Famagusta, a fascinating glimpse of the Turkish side of Cyprus
          Written December 16, 2024
        • TrailBlazer651041
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Really interesting trip
          Our guide was excellent, very knowledgeable and very thoughtful. We appreciated the narrative starting with the ancient then medieval and finally the modern city of Famagusta.
          Written December 2, 2024
        • Daiga V
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          One day in Cyprus ♥️♥️♥️
          The trip from the agency was very well planned. The guide was knowledgeable, attentive and caring about all travelers. We enjoy every stop and the whole journey. Sometimes there were wish to stop the moment. Excellent. I recommend!
          Written November 20, 2024
        • Tour04561790291
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Enjoyed much more than expected
          Usually stay away from big tour groups, but this one ran smoothly and allowed a good deal of independent exploring compared to what I would have expected. The sites of course are well worth seeing, and the trip ran very smoothly.
          Written November 19, 2024
        • heids89_
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great trip with Zofia!
          We had a great trip with Zofia, very knowledgeable tour guide with lots of interesting facts. Saw 3 beautiful monasteries. Some scenic views and a lovely spot for lunch at a local restaurant. Also stopped at a very cute town called Omodos and tried some delicious homemade cakes. These are a must try in you’re in town!! Only downside was the bus was so hot, not sure why as it was not too hot outside.
          Written November 15, 2024
        • PhilM682
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          The 50-year ghost
          Having arrived at my Paphos hotel at 9 p.m. on arrival, at 7.45 the next morning I was picked up and taken on an 11.5-hour trip diagonally across the island. The ghost city of Varosi was astounding, a resort unused for 50 years and with hotels still damaged from the conflict, the ghost village we passed scarcely less so. Salamis and Famagusta were both very interesting. Vassos our guide was impressively well-informed and gave us the context from a Greek Cypriot viewpoint. My only problem was that the rest of week was less interesting.
          Written November 11, 2024
        • johnuE2562ZT
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A step back into Cyprus’s past, both recent and anxient
          The most amazing trip across the length of the island and into the de facto Turkish part. Amazing sights of ancient history, notably Salamis, and not so great sights of more recent history in the abandoned town of Varosha. So sad to witness, but important all the same in understanding Cyprus’s past. Vassos, our guide has a wealth of knowledge which we all benefitted from. Fitos did a brilliant job of getting the rather large coach through seemingly impossible gaps. Very well done to both A very full day, but worth every minute, from 7.30 in the morning to nearly 8 in the evening.
          Written November 2, 2024
        • BeckyO_Wanderlust
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A must-do trip!
          Absolutely brilliant trip, I forgot the driver's name, but both the driver and guide, Vasos, we're friendly and welcoming. Very detailed tour with lots of information. Vasos was very good with the timings and itinerary, being very clear on how long we were visiting a particular spot and how long until the next spot. So much knowledge provided on each site. A long day - but definitely worth it.
          Written October 11, 2024
        • SMArDaith
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Well organised and interesting trip
          A long day, but we really enjoyed it all! The bus was comfortable and air conditioned, and we were able to leave belongings on there when getting off at each of the stops which was very handy. Guide was lovely, experienced and knowledgeable. It was very interesting to hear more about the history of the island and the situation today in the north. Definitely recommend.
          Written October 4, 2024
        • 147hristoh
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Very good experience
          Nice, very informative and well organized trip. The guide has good sense of humor. May be the time, spent in Varosi was to short, but if were staying more, the excursion will be to long.
          Written October 1, 2024
        • Merloweo
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Interesting tour
          Really interesting tour - lots of history and our guide was very knowledgable. Would recommend although would note that it’s a long day so make sure to prepare to be tired afterwards! Also make sure you have a British or EU passport for the border crossing!!
          Written September 28, 2024
        • Y9651PSthomasm
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A great day out in Famagusta
          A great day out with Eva a very knowledgeable guide detailing her experiences as a child when the Island was divided. Very experienced and professional approach. Highly recommended
          Written August 13, 2024
        See all 443 reviews
        These reviews are the subjective opinions of Tripadvisor members and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

        Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.

        Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as wait time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.

        Popular mentions

        4.5
        4.5 of 5 bubbles43 reviews
        Excellent
        32
        Very good
        9
        Average
        0
        Poor
        0
        Terrible
        2

        Samantha O
        20 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        The trip was well paced and flexible. Our guide (Sofia) and driver (Adamson) were accommodating, knowledgable and punctual. The visits were varied and extremely interesting. Shame we had no extra time for additional trips
        Written October 18, 2023
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Thank you for your feedback. Is a good reason to plan to came again and looking forward to welcome you again in any of our tours
        Written October 19, 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Gwyn and Lesley
        Newtown, UK117 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        We were picked up in a mini bus on time for our trip.We weren’t hurried anywhere on any of our stops which started off at a pottery where the owner explained everything about the workshop’s work and threw some pots for us. Then the small group of us went to the Cyprus delight workshop, again everything explained to us about the Sugared almonds, nut brittle, Cyprus delight with lots of tastings. Here we also visited the ancient church, where Ulla the guide explained all the history so well. We were then whisked off to a mountain village to a traditional house belonging to a lovely couple where we sat down to tea, coffee, home made bread, cheese, olives , tomatoes, traditional donuts, and a shot of the local Cypriot spirit, and lastly for a lovely visit to the monastery of St Neophytes before being taken back to our hotels. Ulla reminded us all to be certain to take all our goods off the bus. I made sure I took all my shopping but left my stick behind. 15 minutes later there was a call to my hotel room, my stick returned. Thank you so much Ulla for being an excellent guide and returning my stick.
        Written December 7, 2021
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Thank you for you nice comments.Inded the tour is ideal for those they wish to experience the warm local hospitality and traditions. We wil convey your thanks to our guide and driver that returned your stick. Your email is also acknolwedged and on once again many thanks
        Written December 8, 2021
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Jill B
        5 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2024 • Friends
        The choice of food was amazing. They serve truly Indian dishes rather than Pakistan or Bangladeshi dishes. The waiter is very helpful in recommending food I like. Their mango lassi was amazing. I also had the onion Bhaji for the first time and I fell in love with it. My friend had the seafood special which was so good we went back a second time just for it.
        Written June 25, 2024
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Thank you but it seems you place your review to the wrong activity. The corresponding activity is a Authentic Cyprus tour
        Written July 1, 2024
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        sheilablair0746
        Birkenhead, UK103 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        The guide and driver were both experienced and knowledgeable. The visit to the pottery was an actual demonstration whereas at other trips we had been on they were more of a selling experience. We then visited the church with five domes and a manufacturer of Cyprus delight. We then visited Sophias House which was a wonderful example of a traditional house. Our final destination was the Monastery at Tala which we had visited independently before. A really excellent day out.
        Written July 5, 2022
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Thank you for your nice review!
        Written July 7, 2022
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Carmen G
        Birzebbuga, Malta72 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2022
        Another excellent tour from Trip Advisor. The trip was everything it proposed to be. Although it was very hot on the day we still managed to go our way in a relaxed manner. Out tour guide which I believe her name was Sophia was very knowledgeable about the places we visited and the history of Cyprus and its people. She always readily answered any questions we had about our experience. We visited places we would not have been able to visit had we been on our own. We went to a Pottery and showed how pottery was made, went to a workshop where lakoumia, hlava and sugared almonds are made and then proceeded to Sophia Traditional Cooking where we were taught how halloumi cheese was made. We were treated to many delicious Cypriots food and delicacies. The Cypriots cannot be more sweeter or more welcoming.

        We finished off the tour by visiting a Monestary and stopping for lunch. Another excellent tour advertised by Trip Advisor which I do not hesitate to recommend. Thank you for enriching my experience in Cyprus
        Written July 1, 2022
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Thank you for your nice review. Looking forward to welcome you onboard of other excursions to explore hiden Cyprus treasure.
        Written July 7, 2022
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        gerry2412
        Glasgow100 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2024 • Couples
        Places visited were excellent. Especially the monastery. Guide gave detailed explanations at the church and monastery which greatly helped to understand the religious significance. Would highly recommend this tour. Journey times are short which leaves more time for visits.
        Written March 13, 2024
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Glad you enoy the tour
        Written March 15, 2024
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        elainecohenbb
        Tel Aviv, Israel281 contributions
        1.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2023
        We didn't do this trip as the operator cancelled. It was the only trip we booked during our short stay in Paphos. The afternoon before our scheduled tour, i received a cancellation by email. No other communication - just email. Good job I checked my emails by chance, which I don't always do on vacation. There was no time to book anything else. Very poor service, cancelling at the last minute and not even confirming with us that we had seen the cancellation notice.
        Written August 11, 2023
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Regret to hear you comments. Please accept our sincere apologise for not calling you . Although this is a standard procedure our customer service failed to notify you accordingly. As very rarerly cancel tours our team must have missed out the procedure. The reason for lastminute cancellation was due to weather conditions prevailing 38-40 C and 80% humidity. As most of the tour was run outside in the open air , this would have cost a discomfort to the participants.
        Written August 18, 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Lynne J
        26 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Apr 2024 • Friends
        Booked a trip to visit some sites in Paphos. The guide Sofia was excellent, very knowledgeable and helpful. George was the coach driver. Visit to one of the oldest potteries, 5 domed church with amazing frescos, all explained by Sofia. Then a visit to another Sofia's house where we tasted homemade bread, halloumi made on site. Salad and amazing coffee. The trip ended with own time in old Paphos. A great trip.
        Written April 24, 2024
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Glad that you enjoy the tour
        Written April 26, 2024
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Petrina L
        Brasov, Romania11 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        I was on the off season time. March we had big bus but was nice în confortabile,
        I loved the food and the atmosfer from the traditional house of Sofia.

        Pro:
        Mixer visiting places was nice be because I didnt get bord.
        The pottery visit was nice,.
        Food tradițional loved it.
        Written March 23, 2023
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Nice to hear that you enjoy the tour.Thanks!
        Written March 24, 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        HolsAddicts
        Woking, UK142 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2018 • Solo
        I enjoyed this tour but we didn't go to some of the advertised venues! We didn't go to the 5 domed church or saw 'loukoumia' being made, which was a shame. What we did go to I enjoyed, particularly going to Sophia's house. I think it was good value for money and would recommend it. One thing to improve was that the coach has poor air conditioning and was very hot.
        Written July 15, 2018
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Dear customer Thank you for your review and comments which always are welcomed and are used as feedback of our operation.Its seems however that there is a misunderstanding, 5-dommed church and Loukoumia, were intergral part of our tour in last year program which was advertised accordingly. The program of the coresponding tour is being changed in February 18 and since then is being advertised, according to our partners confirmation, with the new sights. It will be realy helpful to follow up if we have a copy of the desciption.You comment regarding air conditioning of the coach is been noted and been repaired, but I would say that even machines can't stand the head!
        Written July 18, 2018
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Showing results 1-10 of 41
        *Likely to sell out: Based on Viator’s booking data and information from the provider from the past 30 days, it seems likely this experience will sell out through Viator, a Tripadvisor company.

        Authentic Cyprus Historic Day Tour from Paphos provided by Qualiday

        All things to do in Paphos
        Day Trips in PaphosZoos & Aquariums in Paphos
        RestaurantsFlightsVacation RentalsTravel StoriesCruisesRental Cars