Pafos Archaeology & Beauty Tour

Explore medieval castles, ancient theatres, and stunning coastlines on the Pafos - Archaeology & Beauty tour from Limassol. Discover history and beauty in one unforgettable journey.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kolossi Castle - Our first stop will be at Kolossi Castle, it is steeped in history and associated with the Knights Templar and the Knights of the Order of St John. It is fascinating to explore this 3-story castle and get a feel of medieval history.
  • Kourion - Next, we will visit the ancient city – kingdom of Kourion - Archaeological Site with its famous, magnificent Greko-Roman Theatre built 2nd Century BC; as well as the remains of an original private villa the ‘House of Eustolios’.
  • The Sanctuary Of Apollo - At a stunning location overlooking the sea, we will visit the Sanctuary and Temple of Apollon Hylates - God of the Woodland and he was the protector of Kourion. His sanctuary was an important religious center and it is believed that he was worshipped at the site from the 8th century BC. The temple of Apollo makes for excellent photo shots.
  • Aphrodite’s Rock - Our next stop will be at Aphrodite’s Birthplace where you will be able to enjoy a coffee break and see the beautiful coastline were the Goddess of Love & Beauty was born from the foam of the sea.
  • The House of Dionysus - Arriving at the ancient capital of Cyprus – Pafos, we will visit the famous Pafos Mosaics which are part of the Archaeological Park of Kato Pafos, (included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites List since 1980). They were discovered in 1962, after a farmer ploughing his field accidently unearthed one of them. We will see the House of Dionysos, a villa of a Roman nobleman, with amazing floor mosaic scenes from Greek Mythology.
  • Paphos Harbour and Port - At the Pafos Harbour and Port area, you will have free time. Enjoy a stroll along the vibrant promenade with beautiful views; visit the local souvenir shops and have lunch at one of the many attractive cafes or restaurants.
  • Loukoumia Arsinoe - On our return to Limassol we will visit Geroskipou Village to taste the famous Cyprus delights - Loukoumia.
What's Included
  • Entrance fees for archaeological places we visit during the tour are included in the price.
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Our first stop will be at Kolossi Castle, it is fascinating to explore this three-story castle and get a feel of medieval history. Next, we will visit the ancient city of Kourion, archaeological Site with its famous, Greko-Roman Theatre. At a stunning location overlooking the sea, we will visit the Sanctuary and Temple of Apollon Hylates. Our next stop will be at Aphrodite’s Birthplace where you will be able to enjoy a coffee break and see the beautiful coastline were the Goddess of Love was born. Arriving at Pafos, we will visit the famous Mosaics which are part of the Archaeological Park. We will see the House of Dionysos, a villa of a Roman nobleman, with amazing floor mosaic scenes from Greek Mythology. At the Pafos Harbour area, you will have free time. Enjoy a stroll along the vibrant promenade and have lunch at one of the many attractive cafes or restaurants. On our return to Limassol we will visit Geroskipou Village to taste famous Cyprus delights - Loukoumia.

  • The remaining time is designated for transportation purposes.
Location
Kolossi Castle
Agiou Antoniou 1, Road to Paphos
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Karinec931
Sep 15, 2024
Just do it! - Great service, good information. Friendly drivers. Drove carefully. Chris and Socrates were the best. I will come back . I also did the blue lagoon tour.
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Christoph_t
Sep 13, 2024
Great excursion to Paphos - Great excursion to Kourion and Paphos. The tour leads you to varied places and is well organized. Sokrates is a great driver and guide - very pleasant and considerate.
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Sabrinaquinn55
Sep 12, 2024
Excellent tour, knowledgeable guides, stunning landscapes - We went on the Paphos Archaeology & Beauty Excursion with Ascot in July this year, and it was an amazing experience from start to finish. This great trip was thanks to the excellent service from Ascot and their fantastic tour guide. The detailed planning of the itinerary was clear, making sure everything was well-organized and went smoothly. The best part of the excursion was our tour guide, Lenya, and our driver, Socrates. Their enthusiasm and deep knowledge of the area were contagious. Lenya and Socrates went above and beyond what you would normally expect, making sure everyone in the group was engaged and excited about the trip. The excursion was planned perfectly, with a great mix of guided tours and free time. The landscapes were stunning, especially the visit to the ancient ruins of Kourion, which was a highlight of the trip. The Paphos harbour was also beautiful and definitely worth seeing. Overall, the tour with Ascot Travel & Tours is highly recommended. It’s a great choice if you want to learn more about Cyprus’s history and culture while enjoying a well-organized and enjoyable trip. The knowledgeable guides, interesting sites, and good balance of activities and free time make this tour a wonderful way to experience Cyprus and create lasting memories.
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Anthony
Jul 25, 2024
An enjoyable light touch tour of the ancient world - I went on this trip with my 18 yr old daughter, and it was a very well run and led tour of the ancient world. We fully enjoyed the day despite the high temperatures, our guide was knowledgeable and lovely, and the journey was very professional and we left feeling well looked after.
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David_a
Jul 4, 2024
Paphos Archaeological Tour - Excellent knowledge and very friendly guides. Lots of history to get through and they did a cracking job. The trip included all of the entrance fees and lunch was in Paphos Harbour. Not peak season but not too expensive to eat at the more expensive restaurants. €32 for local red wine and whole Sea Bass with hand cut chips and seasonal veg. Driver Sorates was great, knowledgeable and loved his job. €65 for the day
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Fiona_m
Apr 15, 2024
Recommended tour - Koulla was very interesting and knew so many facts and Harry a very friendly driver. Enjoyed all the sites
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Anastasia_k
Aug 23, 2024
Overrated - Overrated! Felt rushed to most places and at the end you have 1.5 hour to the port of paphos which to a solo traveler I don’t appreciate it!
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