A 2-days  self-guided walking trip - Akamas - Baths of Aphrodite  - average 14 km per day

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This is a two days, (inn to inn) three accommodations walking route that offers some of the best walking experiences in  Akamas peninsula. It is suitable for those who prefer average length walks. The route can be walked year round, though in summer temperatures are high(er). (we also offer a three days inn to inn route as well as escooter exploration packages that can be combined with possibly shorter walks - these could be ideal especially for the hot season and/or for those who do not want to walk much in general)
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Below one can see the standard walks. 

Day of Trip	​Distance in km	​Total ascent (m)	​Total descent (m)	Average elevation (m)	Description
Day 2	14​	​150​	600​	400​	​​Walk along Akamas ridge from Droushia to Neo Chorio village, enjoying excellent views of the coast.
Day 3	13.5	550	700	250	​​​The short version of Akamas Panorama walk - great views, initially of the west coast and then of the north coast. Amazing panoramic views on Moutti tis Sotiras peak and great descent along Aphrodite Trail. Walk finishes at mythical small Baths of Aphrodite cave.
Average	​14	​350	​650	350	​​

The itinerary (summary) 
Day 1 - Arrival to Start location of the Walk
Day 2 - Droushia - Akamas ridge - Neo Chorio
Day 3 - Neo Chorio to  Baths of Aphrodite via Akamas ridge and Moutti tis Sotiras peak
Day 4 - Finish

Detailed Itinerary
​On Day 1, those travellers who book the transfer, from the airport are transported to their hotel in Droushia village. Time to relax at the hotel or explore this picturesque stone-built village.

On the south part of Akamas peninsula ridge

On Day 3 walkers from Neo Chorio village go initially west past medieval Agios Minas chapel and Smiyies locality. From there they head north at some point ascending on the imposing Moutti Tis Sotiras peak, from where they enjoy glorious views of the north west, and of the north coast, all the way to Pomos village in the north east. The descent from the peak is for many walkers a huge highlight of the whole trip. Walkers leave Akamas from small yet mythical Baths of Aphrodite cave. 

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On Day 2 walkers traverse the south part of pristine Akamas peninsula ridge enjoying glorious views of the west coast as well as of the east part of Chrysochou Bay. About a kilometer before reaching the twin peaks of Pissouromoutti and Smiyies, walkers turn initially south east, and then north east to yet another stone-built village, Neo Chorio (elevation 150 - 200 m), where they spend the night. 

Descending Moutti tis Sotiras Peak

​​​On Day 4 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:

• 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.
• Booking of appropriate accommodation on the route, where possible in small, family run establishments.
• Booking of meals, including breakfast, dinner (as per the package) and optionally lunch packs , with a high element of local cuisine, where available.
• Arranging all applicable luggage transport.
• Arranging transfers to location of arrival/departure and other transfers if required.
• 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 -  ​None is included. Of course we can arrange a transportation at a fee (eg from/to the airport, etc).

 c) Accommodation as follows:  

1) First night in Droushia village (Palates hotel, Droushia Heights hotel if no availability in Palates hotel)
2) Second night at Tavros Hotel in Neo Chorio village 
3) Third 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 does NOT include transport to the first hotel or from the last hotel near Akamas. 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
The price for the standard package:
  a)  two walkers travel together on a Double Occupancy basis is 255 Euro per person
  b) two single travellers is 325 Euro per person
  c) a solo traveller is 405 Euro per person

CANCELLATION POLICY

If Customers cancel:
Cancellation charges for a booked trip:

• Until Day 31 prior to travel date: 100 Euro per booking
• Day 30 to Day 16 prior to travel date : 20%
• Day 15 to Day 3 prior to travel date: 50%
• Day 2 prior to Day 1 prior to travel date: 80%
• Day 0 of the trip onward: 100%

If Cyprus Walks Etc cancels
If Cyprus Walks Etc cancels for severe expected weather or other reason 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 other packages or they may extend their trip staying at any of the accommodation options on our route for more than one day.

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