Troodos Mountains tour: Villages, waterfalls & winery

Mountain villages, a restored monastery, waterfalls and wine tasting in the Troodos heart

A full-day guided tour of the Troodos Mountains with private transportation, taking in the villages of Omodos and Platres, the 11th-century Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis monastery, a choice of two waterfall walks, and a tasting session at Ktima Gerolemo winery. The tour includes pickup and an air-conditioned vehicle. Entrance fees and meals are separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Troodos Mountains30m
2. Omodos1h

Explore Troodos Mountains and Villages

• Visit Cyprus Railways Museum in Evrychou
• Explore Old Kakopetria village
• See Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis monastery church
• Learn about Troodos Mountains geology
• Hike to Caledonia or Millomeris Waterfall
• Lunch in Platres Village
• Tour Ktima Gerolemo winery and wine tasting
• Visit Omodos village and explore local culture

The experience

The Troodos Mountains sit at the green heart of Cyprus, and this tour moves through them by private vehicle, stopping at sites that show why the range matters geologically and culturally. You start at the Cyprus Railways Museum in Evrychou, a restored station building 50 kilometers outside Nicosia, then move into the mountains proper. The route takes in Old Kakopetria, classified as an ancient monument, and Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis, the only surviving church of an 11th-century Byzantine monastery on the island.

The day splits around a waterfall choice: Caledonia Waterfalls, a 3-kilometer moderately steep walk, or Millomeris Waterfall, a 400-meter mostly flat path. After the walk, you stop in Platres Village for lunch, one of the oldest mountain settlements in Cyprus. The Troodos range is geologically rare (one of the few places on earth where oceanic crust is exposed without diving), and the tour notes this as you move through the landscape.

The final stop is Ktima Gerolemo winery, set at 900 meters altitude in the wine-producing area north of Omodos. A guide walks you through the family operation, explains organic vine cultivation, and leads a tasting session with snacks while you look out over the valley and vineyards. Omodos itself is famous for wine, Zivania spirit, handmade lace and traditional bread, and the village's quiet character rounds out the day before the return drive.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• pickup and drop-off.
• a live guide speaking English or Greek.
• access to all stops on the itinerary including the Cyprus Railways Museum, Old Kakopetria, Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis monastery, and Ktima Gerolemo winery.

Options for this experience

3 options

Up to 4 per booking · Guide in English or Greek08:30

Up to 7 per booking · Guide in English or Greek08:30

Up to 14 per booking · Guide in English or Greek08:30

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 46 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by iTaxi Cyprus

Is this one for you?Book the 1–3 or 4-passenger option if you're traveling as a couple or small family and want a vehicle sized to your group. The 4–7 and 8–14 passenger options suit larger groups or travelers joining others. The private vehicle means no fixed departure time or route changes based on other bookings, so the day stays on your schedule.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Greek.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

What's the difference between the two waterfall walks on this tour?

Caledonia Waterfalls is a 3-kilometer moderately steep path, while Millomeris Waterfall is a 400-meter mostly flat walk. You choose which one suits your pace when you book.

Is the winery tasting included, or do I pay extra?

The winery visit at Ktima Gerolemo is part of the tour itinerary, though the tasting itself and any snacks are not covered by the base price and are purchased on-site.

What is Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis?

Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis is the only surviving monastery church from an 11th-century Byzantine monastery in Cyprus, making it a rare architectural and historical site in the mountains.

How long is the full tour?

The tour runs 8 to 9 hours from pickup to drop-off, covering the museums, villages, waterfall walk, lunch stop and winery in a single day.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the starting point?

No. Pickup and drop-off are included in the tour price, and the vehicle is air-conditioned throughout the day.