Folklore in Limassol
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Cyprus is all rolling hills dotted with pretty villages. On this small group tour, you'll see where a legend was born, visit the ruins of Kourion, venture to the village of Omodos and cap off the day with a wine tasting. Eva, one of our local guides, says of this excursion, ‘You'll wander through layers of history, culture and mythology.'You'll dive straight into the past at Kourion, one of the most impressive archaeological sites in Cyprus. Visit the Roman baths and amble into the site's centrepiece, the Greco-Roman theatre. Concerts are still held to this day. While the mosaics of the trio of excavated houses known as those of Eustolius, the Gladiators and Achilles are as impressive as when they were laid down. The 15th-century Kolossi Castle is up next. This steeped-in-legend Crusader-built fortress is nowadays surrounded by blooming plants. Then, we'll head to mountain-fringed Omodos, where you'll enjoy a local lunch in a family-run taverna and have free time to wander around skinny cobbled streets lined with Byzantine buildings. It's Eva's favourite village. She says, ‘The charm of the stone houses, the tranquillity and peacefulness. It's as if it has sprung from a fairytale. I love dropping into one of the cafés and seeing locals have philosophical discussions, political arguments and a bit of gossip.' Plus, there's a winery tour, where you'll learn all about sweet commandaria wine – one of the oldest varieties in the world.
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at least 8 hours
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US$ 78
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Leave the bustling beach resorts behind and spend a day in the sprawling fields of the Cypriot countryside at Golden Donkey Farm. Meet the friendly family of donkeys that live here, feed them, and learn about the benefits of drinking donkey milk – you can try some, too. There's also a wax museum, botanical garden and a cosy café serving snacks.
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up to 2 hours
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US$ 4
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Food and drink are an intrinsic part of Cypriot culture. And this adults-only excursion is a celebration of the island's gastronomic delights. You'll eat and drink your way from village to village – visiting Kolossi to drink fresh lemonade, Agros for its sweets and Pelendri for its wines.
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at least 8 hours
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Free cancellation
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US$ 68
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US$ 68