Overview
Hello from Cyprus Taste Tours! We're a small team of true foodies and our activities focus on discovering Cyprus through food & wine...
You’ll be driven into the Troodos mountains through carefully selected villages to visit 5 traditional product workshops and taste a variety of Cypriot delicacies. One of these stops will be a winery plus a visit to the scenic village of Omodos. You'll experience foods* such as halloumi, village bread, wine, carob honey, olive oil and traditional sweets. Along the way we’ll stop at a village tavern to enjoy an authentic meze lunch.
• Bespoke experience - small groups of no more than 7
• Meet locals & artisans making traditional products
• Stop at small villages and discover the scenic Troodos mountains
• Includes door-to-door transport, tastings & traditional meze lunch with drinks
*We keep our tours authentic by visiting true locals and because our hosts are also busy with every day life – we cannot guarantee which stops will be included
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Authentic meze lunch with drinks at a village tavern
In-vehicle air conditioning
A great day out! Check out our Cyprus Taste Tours reviews to find out why you should book this tour!
Door-to-door transport - just let us know your Limassol pickup location
Winery visit with tour & tasting
Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus
5 x Awesome foodie stops in the scenic Troodos mountain villages!
All tasting and entrance fees
Support a small business along with the local culture
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
You must communicate any allergies, dietary restrictions, foods/drinks you want to avoid and any special requests at least 72hrs before your tour to this email: contact@cyprustastetours.com
Please note that the start time for this tour is approximate and your exact pick-up time will vary depending on which town and accommodation you are being collected from. You'll be contacted on the afternoon before your tour to confirm your exact pick-up time.
As our messages may find themselves in your junk folder or we may have incorrect contact info - if you don't hear from us by 20:00 on the day before your tour then please contact us: contact@cyprustastetours.com
The timings stated for this tour are approximate and should be considered flexible. Exact timings will depend on the pick-up locations and final number of participants. If you need to be returned to your drop-off point at a certain time - please let us know well in advance.
Transportation is not charged for this experience and is offered free of charge with your culinary activity. The fee paid to Cyprus Taste Tours is strictly charged for hosting and culinary activity services. There is no discount applied if you wish to join with your own driver/vehicle.
Participants are responsible for checking the current covid restrictions and rules of movement within the Republic of Cyprus before their tour and bring along anything that is necessary (e.g. Flight Pass / Safe Pass / Negative Covid Test / Face Mask etc.) We look forward to hosting you safely!
What to expect
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We'll pick you up from a Paphos or Limassol location of your choice. Our team guarantees you a fantastic day out - we'll make the most of your time with us and take you on a bespoke journey through Cyprus villages. Established in 2011 - we're confident we know all the best spots and we never stop exploring! We're all fully trained in the traditional foods and wine of the island and you'll be sure to receive a professional, 5 star experience. When booking with Cyprus Taste Tours - you'll be supporting a small local business and helping to keep the culture & traditions of the island alive!
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Troodos Mountains
We'll tour the Troodos mountain villages for a full day of foodie fun!
*We keep our tours authentic by visiting true locals and because these local villagers are busy with every day life - we cannot guarantee which stops we'll be including... However you can be sure that you'll visit 5 fantastic places within the Troodos mountain villages and experience a foodie day out like no other!
Some of the possible spots are listed below but others cannot be found on Tripadvisor and will not appear on the list.
All applicable entrance fees, tastings and lunch costs are included in the price. -
Anogyra
2 hours
On the way up into the mountains we'll stop at the church ruins of Timios Stavros. This site offers fantastic photo opportunities and the chance to explore some ruins. We'll also visit 3 local families making traditional products including halloumi.
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Oleastro Olive Park and Museum
45 min
Here we'll discover the world of olive oil, enjoy a tasting and free time to explore the park.
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Omodos
2 hours
A beautifully rustic village in the Limassol region where you'll find lots of traditional food products and wine! You'll also enjoy an authentic meze lunch with drinks included at one of the local tavernas here.
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Timios Stavros Monastery
30 min
An opportunity to visit a historical monastery and explore the grounds.
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The Struggle Museum in Omodos
30 min
You'll also have the chance to explore the village museums.
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Ayia Mavri Winery
1 hour
We'll visit this fantastic family-owned, boutique winery where we'll tour the premises to see the production facilities, talk about wine-making, visit the cellar and complete a wine tasting. This winery only produces 50,000 bottles a year - making it a small boutique winery. Although you may find some of their wines in specialist shops - many of their labels can only be found here at the winery and your tasting will surely include some of these. We'll learn all about the 5000yrs+ wine history of Cyprus and try the celebrated sweet wine Commandaria.
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Cyprus
1 hour
We'll be exploring the rural areas and culture of Cyprus through the world of food & wine!
The timings stated on this description page are a guideline only and are subject to change - if you need to get back to your accommodation at a certain time - YOU MUST LET US KNOW IN ADVANCE!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Nicosia).
Additional Information
- NOTE: Transportation is not charged for this experience and is offered free of charge with your culinary activity. The fee paid to Cyprus Taste Tours is strictly charged for hosting and culinary activity services. There is no discount applied if you wish to join with your own driver/vehicle.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Village Venture: Troodos Mountains Food & Wine Small Group Day Tour
Can I cancel Village Venture: Troodos Mountains Food & Wine Small Group Day Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Authentic meze lunch with drinks at a village tavern
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- A great day out! Check out our Cyprus Taste Tours reviews to find out why you should book this tour!
- Door-to-door transport - just let us know your Limassol pickup location
- Winery visit with tour & tasting
- Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus
- 5 x Awesome foodie stops in the scenic Troodos mountain villages!
- All tasting and entrance fees
Which places does it visit?
It visits Troodos Mountains, Anogyra, Oleastro Olive Park and Museum, Omodos, Timios Stavros Monastery, The Struggle Museum in Omodos, Ayia Mavri Winery, Cyprus.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in Greek, English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by L.G.A. Cyprus Taste Tours
