Kourion, Kolossi Castle & Omodos Wine Tour from Paphos

The Greco-Roman theatre at Kourion still hosts concerts after two thousand years.

This adults-only guided tour from Paphos visits three landmark sites across Cyprus: the Kourion archaeological site with its still-in-use theatre and Roman baths, the 15th-century Kolossi Castle, and the mountain village of Omodos with its Byzantine streets. The day includes a family-run lunch, wine tasting of commandaria—one of the world's oldest wine varieties—and hotel pickup; dress code requires knees and shoulders covered.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Kourion, Kolossi, Omodos, and winery

• Tour Kourion archaeological site
• Visit Kolossi Castle
• Enjoy local lunch at family taverna
• Explore Omodos village
• Taste commandaria sweet wine

The Experience

The tour starts at Kourion, one of Cyprus's most significant archaeological sites. You'll walk through the Roman baths and stand in the Greco-Roman theatre, which still hosts live performances. The mosaics in three excavated houses—those of Eustolius, the Gladiators, and Achilles—remain as detailed as when they were laid down centuries ago. The guide walks you through what each structure was and how it functioned, anchoring the ruins in the daily life of the people who built them.

After Kourion, the route turns to Kolossi Castle, a 15th-century fortress built by crusaders. The castle stands as a physical marker of the island's layered history. From there, you head to Omodos, a village set in the mountains with narrow cobbled streets lined with Byzantine buildings. This is where you stop for lunch at a family-run taverna—a meal included in the tour—before exploring the village on foot.

The day closes with a wine tasting session where you learn about commandaria, a sweet wine variety that ranks among the oldest in the world. The tasting ties the landscape and the history together: this wine has been made in these hills for centuries. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, though the operator will confirm your exact pickup time and location by email after booking.

What’s included

• Wine tasting of commandaria.
• lunch at a family-run taverna.
• admission to Kourion, Kolossi Castle and Omodos.
• a live English-speaking guide.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Destination Services Cyprus

Is this one for you?Book this if you want four distinct stops—archaeological site, castle, village and winery—in one eight-hour day rather than piecing together separate half-day tours, and prefer a steady pace with other adults.

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Top questions

What can I see at the Kourion archaeological site?

Kourion holds a Greco-Roman theatre that still hosts concerts, Roman baths, and three excavated houses with intact mosaics—the houses of Eustolius, the Gladiators, and Achilles. The theatre is the site's centrepiece and remains one of the most impressive structures on the island.

Is lunch included in this tour?

Yes, lunch is included at a family-run taverna in Omodos. The meal is part of the tour itinerary, though any additional food and drinks beyond what is served are not covered.

What is commandaria wine?

Commandaria is a sweet wine variety produced in the mountains around Omodos and ranks among the oldest wine varieties in the world. The tasting session teaches you about its history and characteristics.

What should I wear on this tour?

Bring comfortable shoes and a camera. A dress code applies: knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women when visiting places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed, or entry may be refused.

How long is the tour?

The tour runs for eight hours from hotel pickup to drop-off, giving you time to explore each site without rushing between stops.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included for selected hotels. When you book, the operator will contact you to confirm your exact pickup time and location; check your email within 48 hours of the tour start time if you haven't heard from them.