
Cyprus Walks - self-guided - three accommodations - average 11.5 km per day
This is a weeklong, three accommodations walking route that offers many of the best walking experiences on the beautiful island of Cyprus. The average walking distance per day is abt 11.5 kilometers. The trip focuses on Troodos trails, on the Akamas peninsula and on the Laona Plateau. It is suitable for those interested in shorter walks (we offer other programs with longer walks). We recommend this program for all year round. In summer we suggest to complete the walks in the morning, when it is cooler. For winter there are alternatives in case of snow cover at the top of Troodos.
Below one can see most the standard walks in the program. Please remember that the nature of the package allows route selection on many days, in order to cater for different traveller preferences per day.
Day of Trip
Distance in km
Total ascent (m)
Total descent (m)
Average elevation (m)
Description
Day 2
11.5
400
500
1,800
Unique geology and usually excellent vistas on the top of Cyprus
Day 3
12
850
850
1,300
Peculiar rock formations and vistas
Day 4
10
600
300
450
Mix of cultural and natural attractions
Day 5
10
400
400
50
Meandering boulders and enjoying excellet vistas
Day 6
13.5
600
600
150
Beautiful vistas around Akamas north coast
Average
11.5
550
500
850
Combo of high peak and coastal walks
Day 2 backup
13
600
550
400
Views towards Mesaoria Valley & Morphou bay. Asinou Unesco World Heritage Painted church is a big attraction
The itinerary (summary) - please remember that we have other options for shorter or even different routes in the package
Day 1 - Arrival to Kakopetria village (overnight in Kakopetria)
Day 2 - Taxi to start and from end of walk - Walk on a combo of Artemis and Atalanti (overnight in Kakopetria)
Day 3 - Taxi to start and from end of walk - Walk the Madari circular trail (overnight in Kakopetria)
Day 4 - Taxi to Kato Akourdaleia village - Walk (ascend) to Droushia village via Agia Paraskevi chapel (overnight in Droushia village)
Day 5 - Do the circular walk towards Androlikou village (overnight in Droushia village)
Day 6 - Taxi to Baths of Aphrodite - Combo of Adonis and Aphrodite trail (overnight near Akamas north coast)
Day 7 - Free day ( a number of possible round trips) (overnight near Akamas north coast)
Day 8 - Finish
Detailed Itinerary
On Day 1, those travellers that book the transfer from the airport, are transported to the old part of Kakopetria village where they stay for three nights. Depending on the time of arrival visitors could relax and explore the old part of the village and/or visit upto two Unesco World Heritage Troodos painted churches within walking distance from their accommodation.
In Day 2 travellers do a combination of top elevation Cyprus walks (usually most of Artemis trail and a part of Atalanti, or alternatively of Persephone, and of Caledonia Waterfalls trail - at an added taxi fee) (please check the short videoclip).
Walking on Artemis offers superb panoramic views of different parts of Cyprus. The trail combines barren rocky land with forested stretches of black pine (and of the endemic Troodos juniper). Walkers pass by some very old and huge trees. The walk has a very high value also for those interested in geology. It should be noted that when there is snow, (usually a few months each year) we advise against doing this walk. There is a lower elevation alternative around Unesco World Heritage painted Asinou chapel that we suggest (included in the package).
The standard walk includes also a part of the Atalanti trail that ends at Troodos Square.
Artemis Trail
Madari Circular Trail
On Day 4 walkers are transported to the small stone-built village of Kato Akourdalia from where they follow a route that takes you past the tiny medieval stone-built chapel of Agia Paraskevi, the Waterfall of Kremmiotis as well as the stone-built village of Kritou Terra. The walk ends at the top of the Laona Plateau, at the village of Droushia, where the travellers spend the night.
Walking around the north of Droushia village
On Day 6 walkers walk a combination of Adonis circular trail, Aphrodite circular trail and a stretch of the coastal dirt road towards the north west cape of Cyprus (usually upto the fjord-like cove of Koufotrypis). After the main ascent on the east stretch of Adonis trail walkers pass by the ruins of a medieval monastery and a huge old oak tree. The route ascends onto the imposing Moutti Tis Sotiras peak, from where walkers enjoy glorious views of the north west, and of the north coast, all the way to Pomos village towards the north east.
Rugged Akamas north coast
On Day 3, we propose a walk on Madari mountain peak (short videoclip here). The walk is on the circular nature trail that offers a combination of habitats (including a Cyprus Cedar forest), excellent panoramic views, and the very extraordinary rock formations in the area (appropriately named ‘Teishia tis Madaris’ meaning ‘Madari’s walls’).
Medieval Agia Paraskevi chapel
On Day 5 the travellers walk towards the north of Droushia village, in the direction of the aboandoned Turkish Cypriot village of Androlykou. The route is characterised by many big boulders scattered all around and by beautiful vistas of Chrysochous Bay and of the ridge and east slope of the Akamas peninsula. Travellers walk mostly on cement rural roads, instead of more natural (yet considerably more muddy) dirt roads.
Descending Moutti tis Sotiras Peak
Day 7 of the trip is considered as a free day, and travellers are encouraged to explore as well as relax. Paphos ancient city (in fact Palaipaphos, Nea Paphos and Aphrodite's Rock) comprise a Unesco World Heritage site) are well worth a visit.
Just relaxing at one of the nearby beaches, swimming, snorkelling (hopefully spotting one of the thousands of sea turtles that visit the sea of Cyprus during the hote season to feed (and possibly to reproduce), doing a guided kayaking trip with us (usually upto about ten kilometers, going to the cove know as Blue Lagoon and returning to Aphrodite's Baths) or going on a cruise along Akamas north coast (from and to Latchi port) are also recommended.
On Day 8 morning, the package finishes. If travellers want, we can arrange a taxi for them, book additional nights, etc
Summary of our services
We offer Independent Self–Guided Walkers interested in exploring beautiful Cyprus, a menu of services:
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Extensive information on our inhouse designed route that presents the best Cyprus has to offer, combining top elements of its cultural and natural heritage. We provide information on each day's walk and instructions to find one's way, as well as relevant useful information material on Cyprus. We recommend the use of GPS data (which we can gladly provide) as an excellent addition to maps and navigation tables.
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Booking of appropriate accommodation on the route, where possible in small, family run establishments.
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Booking of meals, including breakfast, dinner (as per the package) and optionally lunch packs , with a high element of local cuisine, where available.
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Arranging all applicable luggage transport.
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Arranging transfers to location of arrival/departure and other transfers if required.
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On the ground support for the independent walker.
The package
It includes the following:
a) Information on the walking routes and nearby attractions (as well as public bus info where applicable), in the form of GPS readings, electronic material (PDF), printed material (at an additional fee) and/or other media.
b) Transportation
1) For Day 2, from Kakopetria to start of Artemis trail or to Troodos Square (to Psilon Dendron locality for an extra fee) and return in the afternoon from Artemis Trail, Troodos Square (or Psilon Dendron fir an extra fee).
For Day 2 alternative (especially if there is snow cover on the top of Troodos), from Kakopetria drop off at Agios Theodoros Soleas and pick up later from Panagia Asinou Unesco World Heritage painted church.
2) For Day 3 from Kakopetria village to Moutti tis Choras point of the Madari circular trail. Pick up later from the same point.
3) For Day 2 or Day 3 walkers are advised to arrange either pickup or delivery from/to Agios Nicolaos tis Stegis Unesco World Heritage Troodos painted church. The church is just two km from Kakopetria.
4) For Day 4, transportation from Kakopetria to Kato Akourdalia village. Their luggage will be transported to their hotel in Droushia village.
5) For Da6, transportation to Baths of Aphrodite (with their luggage transported to the hotel).
c) Accommodation as follows:
1) First three nights in Kakopetria (at Mill hotel or Morfeas Suites, depending on availability)
2) Fourth and fifth nights in Droushia village (Droushia Heights hotel or Sappho Manor, if no availability at Droushia Heights hotel)
3) Sixth and seventh night near Baths of Aphrodite in Akamas (Aphrodite Beach Hotel or Souli beach hotel, if no availability at Aphrodite Beach Hotel)
d) Breakfast for all accommodation
e) Luggage transfer as required
f) On the ground support
Notes :
1) The package includes neither transport to the first hotel from the airport nor from the (last) hotel near Akamas to the airport. We can arrange such transportation upon request.
2) We have agreements with more hotels in the rare case that the rooms in the above organisations are occupied. In this event walkers will have the option to accept alternative accommodation, reschedule or cancel the booking.
Prices for 2025
We offer the package throughout the year, but we do not recommend walking during summer (unless it is managed well - eg start at 7:00).
The price for the standard package, when
a) two walkers travel together on a Double Occupancy, bed and breakfast basis is 740 Euro per person.
b) two walkers travel together on a Single Room, bed and breakfast basis is 870 Euro per person.
c) a single traveller on bed and breakfast basis is 1,090 Euro per person.
There are surcharges during specific periods (Easter, Christmas, July and August).
INQUIRIES
Please contact us via phone (or whatsapp or viber) at +35799458366, or email at phivos@cypruswalksetc.com with your questions.
BOOKING PROCESS
You may book via phone (or whatsapp or viber) at +35799458366, or email at phivos@cypruswalksetc.com. We will then enquire with the hotel(s) and (provided that there is availability) book (and issue an Invoice to you to pay within a couple of days a deposit if you book way in advance, with the balance a month before the start of the trip, or the full amount if you book within a month of the trip). If the payment is not made within a couple of days, the booking is cancelled. You will be in due course receive relevant information with regards to the payment and the trip.
CANCELLATION POLICY
If Customers cancel:
Cancellation charges for a booked trip:
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Until Day 31 prior to travel date: 100 Euro per booking
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Day 30 to Day 16 prior to travel date : 20%
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Day 15 to Day 3 prior to travel date: 50%
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Day 2 prior to Day 1 prior to travel date: 80%
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Day 0 of the trip onward: 100%
If Cyprus Walks Etc cancels
If Cyprus Walks Etc cancels, in the unlikely case that we find no accommodation, or for other reason outside our control, we provide our customers with full refund for the services paid to us. Where possible we provide alternatives, which customers can select instead of refunds if they prefer.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
We expect that all users of our services will make all necessary arrangements to, and will for the duration of their trip with us, be covered by adequate insurance related to our services (personal accident, medical expenses, etc).
Please keep in mind that walkers may buy services from us for a shorter version of the trip (eg, a 4-day walk instead of the weeklong walk) or they may extend their trip staying at any of the accommodation options on our route for more than one day.
Cyprus Walks Etc offers customisable guided walking trips to Madari trail. We also offer self-guided walking trips, from a number of villages on Troodos, that mainly include GPS information about the routes and relevant transportation. The route is excellent year round, especially for its vistas, the particular rock formations and the variety in its vegetation. We advise for early start during July and August. You are welcomed to book with us.