St. Neofytos Monastery carved into the cliffs near Paphos

Paphos Half-Day Tour

Discover a quieter side of Paphos — sacred frescoes, Byzantine architecture, traditional loukoumia and the local character of the old town.

St Neofytos Monastery carved into the cliffs near Paphos
The Byzantine Church of Agia Paraskevi in Geroskipou
Traditional Cypriot loukoumia sweets+3 photos
Historic square in Paphos old town
Pedestrian square in Paphos Old Town
Colourful traditional street in Paphos Old Town
Every FridayWeekly departure
4–5 hoursApproximate duration
Hotel pickup includedView pickup times
Air-conditioned transportCoach or minibus, depending on group size
Adult €40 · Child €25Adults 12+ · Children 0–11
Heritage, flavours & local lifeMonastery, tasting and Old Town

Tour overview

The experience

Discover the traditions, flavours and local stories of Paphos on a relaxed half-day experience.

Begin at the peaceful Agios Neophytos Monastery and visit the Enkleistra, the remarkable cave sanctuary associated with Saint Neophytos and decorated with historic frescoes. Continue to the Byzantine Church of Agia Paraskevi in Geroskipou, where distinctive architecture and centuries of religious heritage reveal another side of Cyprus.

The experience then becomes deliciously local at a family-run loukoumi workshop. See how this traditional Cypriot sweet is produced, meet the people keeping the craft alive and enjoy a tasting straight from the workshop.

Finish with free time in Paphos Old Town. Browse local shops, pause at a café or simply enjoy the atmosphere of its lanes and squares.

With hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport and a guide to bring each location to life, this is an easy and rewarding way to experience the culture of Paphos without feeling rushed. You will return with memorable photographs, a taste of local tradition and a deeper connection to Cyprus.

Itinerary

  1. 1. Agios Neophytos MonasteryStep into one of Paphos’s most peaceful spiritual settingsVisit the monastery and its famous Enkleistra, a cave sanctuary connected with Saint Neophytos. Admire its historic frescoes and hear how solitude, faith and art shaped this remarkable place.What you’ll enjoy: a peaceful atmosphere, meaningful stories and beautiful religious art.Agios Neophytos Monastery near Paphos
  2. 2. Agia Paraskevi ChurchDiscover the beauty of Byzantine CyprusExplore this historic church in Geroskipou and learn to recognise the architectural details and traditions that make it an important part of the area’s cultural heritage.What you’ll enjoy: striking architecture, cultural insight and memorable photographs.Agia Paraskevi Church in Geroskipou
  3. 3. Traditional Loukoumi WorkshopTaste a tradition that has been passed down through generationsVisit a local workshop, see how Cypriot loukoumia are made and sample the finished sweets. This is an opportunity to meet local producers rather than simply buying a packaged souvenir.What you’ll enjoy: a behind-the-scenes experience, an authentic tasting and a tradition you can share with others.Traditional Cypriot loukoumia
  4. 4. Paphos Old TownExplore, shop and relax at your own paceFinish with free time among local shops, cafés and old-town streets. Browse for handmade products, enjoy a coffee or find a quiet corner to take in the atmosphere.What you’ll enjoy: personal free time, local shopping and a relaxed ending to the experience.Paphos Old Town

The order of stops may change depending on opening times, religious services, traffic and local conditions.

What’s included

  • Professional licensed tour guide
  • Professional driver
  • Hotel or designated meeting-point pickup and drop-off
  • Comfortable, fully air-conditioned coach or minibus
  • Entrance fees to Enkleistra (St Neofytos)
  • Loukoumi workshop and tasting
  • Free time in Paphos Old Town
  • Guided commentary throughout the experience

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses

What to bring

  • Modest clothing for religious sites, with shoulders and knees covered
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Bottle of water
  • Camera or fully charged phone
  • Some cash or a payment card for cafés, shops and optional purchases
  • A light layer for cooler weather or air-conditioned transport
  • Any personal medication you may need

Pickup points & estimated times

Search for your hotel below. These are the current estimated pickup times and meeting points supplied for this tour. Your exact time is confirmed by WhatsApp the day before departure.

Estimated pickup points and times for Paphos Half-Day Tour
Hotel or areaEstimated timeMeeting point
Panareti Coral Bay09:00Outside Reception
Corallia Hotel09:00Bus stop at the main road - outside parking
Coral Beach Hotel09:00Main road outside hotel
Thalassa Hotel09:00Main road outside Coral Beach Hotel
Crown Resort09:00Main Coral Beach road/Outside Blazing Saddles
Ascos Hotel09:00Main Road outside Ascos Hotel
Aquasol Holiday Village09:00Main Road outside Ascos Hotel
Peyia Village09:00Main Coral Beach road/Bank of Cyprus
Marikas Boutique Hotel09:05Bus stop outside Sunset Bay Hotel by Minimarket
Vrachia Apts09:05Bus stop outside Sunset Bay Hotel by Minimarket
Theo Sunset Bay09:05Bus stop outside Sunset Bay Hotel by Minimarket
Queens Bay09:05Bus stop outside Sunset Bay Hotel by Minimarket
Atlantica Mare Village09:05Bus stop on the left - main road
Cynthiana Hotel09:05Outside Hotel reception
Atlantica Golden Beach09:05Main road outside hotel/bus stop on the left
Helios Bay09:10Main road bus stop outside Helios Bay
Azia Hotel09:10Main road bus stop outside Helios Bay
Leonardo Laura Hotel09:10Outside Reception
Sunny Hill09:10Outside Leonardo Laura reception
St George Hotel09:10In Front of church- at the Tennis Court (Main Road)
St George Gardens09:10In Front of church- at the Tennis Court (Main Road)
Eleni Holiday Village09:10Outside Hotel Reception
Akteon09:10Outside Hotel Main Road
Avillion09:15Outside Pentaras restaraunt
Paphos Breeze09:15Road outside hotel entrance
Akti Holiday Village09:15Outside Akti hotel reception
King Evelthon09:15Outside hotel reception
Paradise Kings Club09:20Bus Stop outside Aspire School
Hilltop Gardens09:20Bus Stop outside Aspire School
Paradise Kings Garden09:20Main Road - Bus stop (Opposite Lidl Supermarket)
Capital Coast09:20Main Road - Bus stop (Opposite Lidl Supermarket)
Venus Beach09:20Main Road - Bus stop (Opposite Lidl Supermarket)
Panklitos Apts09:25Main road- Bus stop opposite Avlida hotel
Avlida Hotel09:25Main road- Bus stop opposite Avlida hotel
Kefalos Holiday Village09:25Outside Hotel
Elysium09:25Outside main gate- Main road
Kissos Hotel09:25Outside Hotel
Damon Apts09:25Bus stop outside McDonalds
Kefalonitis09:25Bus stop outside McDonalds
Tasmaria09:25Bus stop outside McDonalds
Oracle09:25Bus stop outside McDonalds
Kings Hotel09:25Bus stop outside McDonalds
Princessa Vera09:25Outside of The Tree Little Pigs Grill House
Roman Hotel09:25Outside of The Tree Little Pigs Grill House
Axiothea Hotel09:30Bus Stop front EKO Petrol Station (Eatonwood)
Mayfair Smartline09:30Main road-infront of Mayfair taxi
Universal area09:30Outside Amazon Kiosk
Paphiessa09:35Bus Stop before EKO Petro Station
King Jason09:35Bus Stop before EKO Petro Station
Sofianna09:40Outside Crystallo Apts
Crystallo Apts09:40Outside Crystallo Apts
Pyramos09:40Outside Crystallo Apts
Pagona Apts09:40Main road opposite Pagona
Nereus09:40Main road opposite Pagona
Apollonia Apts09:40Main road opposite Pagona
Anemi09:45Outside Almyra Hotel
Paphos Harbour09:45Outside Almyra Hotel
Dafne09:45Outside Almyra Hotel
Dionysos Hotel09:45Outside Almyra Hotel
Basilica09:45Outside Almyra Hotel
Annabelle09:45Outside Almyra Hotel
Almyra09:45Outside Almyra Hotel
Alexander the Great09:50Bus stop outside hotel on the left
Paphos Gardens09:50Outside Amavi Hotel
Amavi Hotel09:50Outside Amavi Hotel
Avanti Hotel09:50Bus stop outside Avanti Hotel Entrance (Opposite Neapolis University)
Veronica09:50Bus stop outside Avanti Hotel Entrance (Opposite Neapolis University)
Amphora09:55Bus stop outside Avanti Hotel Entrance (Opposite Neapolis University)
Olympic Lagoon09:55Bus stop outside Tea for two restaraunt
Pandream09:55Bus stop outside Tea for two restaraunt
Imperial09:55Bus stop outside Tea for two restaraunt
Avanti Holiday Village09:55Bus stop outside Tea for two restaraunt
Athena Royal Hotel09:55Bus stop outside Athena Beach Hotel
Athena Beach Hotel09:55Bus stop outside Athena Beach Hotel
Ledra Beach09:55Outside Cypria Maris
Aliathon Holiday Village09:55Outside Cypria Maris
Aliathon Resort09:55Outside Cypria Maris
Cypria Maris09:55Outside Cypria Maris
Leonardo Cypria Bay09:55Outside Hotel main road
Ive Mare10:00Outside Aquamare hotel reception
Aquamare10:00Outside Aquamare hotel reception
Asimina10:00Outside Aquamare hotel reception
Pioneer10:00Bus stop outside Phaethon Hotel on the right
Louis Phaethon Beach10:00Bus stop outside Phaethon Hotel on the right

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