Aphrodite's Birthplace, Lefkara & Kourion Day Trip from Paphos
Description
Uncover the extraordinary layers of Cyprus on this full-day tour from Paphos — where ancient mythology, UNESCO heritage, vibrant city life, and breathtaking Roman ruins create one perfectly crafted day. Your journey begins at the legendary Birthplace of Aphrodite — the dramatic coastal rock where the goddess of love rose from the sea foam. Locals believe bathing in these waters brings eternal youth and beauty. Next, discover enchanting Lefkara village — a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its exquisite handmade Lefkaritiko lace and fine silverware. Stroll its picturesque stone streets and take home a piece of authentic Cypriot craftsmanship. Then explore vibrant Limassol Old Town — sip traditional Cypriot coffee, browse local crafts and natural sea sponges near the historic Old Port. The grand finale? The ancient city of Kourion — dramatically perched on cliffs above the Mediterranean Sea, home to a magnificent Greco-Roman amphitheater that will take your breath away.
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Itinerary
Where the Mediterranean crashes against ancient rocks and legend becomes landscape — Petra tou Romiou is one of those places that stops you in your tracks. This wild, windswept cove is where Greek mythology was born — the very spot where Aphrodite, goddess of love and beauty, is said to have risen from the sea foam. Stand at the water's edge, feel the spray on your skin, and understand why this breathtaking place has captivated travellers, poets, and dreamers for thousands of years.
Legend has it that Leonardo da Vinci himself once walked the stone alleys of Lefkara — and left carrying exquisite handmade lace destined for the altar of Milan Cathedral. Centuries later, the artistry hasn't faded by a single stitch. This enchanting UNESCO-listed village still produces the world-famous Lefkaritiko lace and finely crafted silverware — each piece lovingly handmade in tiny workshops tucked into sun-warmed stone alleys that have changed little since Leonardo's visit.
Where medieval stone streets collide with trendy cafés, vibrant galleries, and bustling market stalls — Limassol Old Town is Cyprus' most dynamic and surprising urban experience. Wander through centuries of history, browse local crafts, olive oil cosmetics, and natural sea sponges, then stumble upon the imposing Limassol Castle — a quiet, centuries-old guardian standing just steps from the lively seafront. A city that wears its past and present with equal pride.
Perched dramatically on a clifftop above the sparkling Mediterranean Sea, the ancient city of Kourion is one of the most breathtaking archaeological sites in the entire world. The magnificent Greco-Roman amphitheatre still commands the horizon as it did two thousand years ago, while mosaic-filled villas whisper stories of Roman grandeur and daily life frozen in time. Walk through the ruins, feel the warm Cypriot stone beneath your feet, and understand why time itself seems to have paused here — just to admire the view.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
*Your pickup begins 30 minutes before the official tour departure time. Please note that the pickup time and tour start time are different — your exact time and location will be confirmed in your ticket. *Hotel pickup: For most hotels in Paphos we collect directly from the reception. *Not staying at a hotel? Simply arrange a convenient meeting point with the operator after booking — we'll make it easy for you. *Please arrive 10 minutes early at your selected meeting point. *Stay reachable on the tour day for any last-minute updates.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Сomfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sun hat, sunscreen and bottle of water are highly recommended
- The tour operator reserves the right to adjust the itinerary while maintaining the full quality and scope of your experience.
Reviews(20)
It was well organized and on time. Our guide Vladimir made it very interesting and gave us a lot of information about Cyprus in general and the places we visited.
Thank you very much for your feedback! We are very glad to hear that the tour was interesting and informative for you. We will definitely pass your kind words on to Vladimir — he will be very pleased. We would be happy to see you again on our future tours!
We weren’t sure of size of vehicle we would be travelling in. A small 7 seater pulled into the hotel car park, no sign in window. We eventually realised he was looking for us. The vehicle was cramped for the journey we took. I was lucky I was in the front. My wife and friends found it uncomfortable. The driver/guide was very polite and knowledgeable, gave us lots of info. Kourion was interesting an ancient settlement.Then took us to Limassol harbour where we had lunch then not much time to explore. Lefkara was a pretty traditional village. All in all a decent day out tarnished by mode of transport.
Thank you for your review and for sharing your experience with us. We're sorry to hear that you found the minivan cramped for your journey. We always aim to provide a comfortable experience, and we regret that this was not the case for you and your group. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the rest of the tour, especially the insightful information from our driver/guide and the visits to Kourion, Limassol Harbour, and Lefkara. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on another tour in the future, with a more comfortable experience. Thank you again for your feedback.
We really enjoyed seeing Lefkara which was the hilight of the trip for us but wish we could have had more time at this beautiful village. The ruins at Kurion are good to explore with the lovely mosaics & it was also nice to see the marina & old town of Limassol. The tour guide was very informative and helpful and we would recommend this trip.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback with us! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Lefkara, and we appreciate your kind words about the beauty of the village. It's one of our favorite stops too, and we understand your wish for more time there—your feedback will help us refine our itineraries for future tours. Exploring the ruins at Kurion and admiring the lovely mosaics, as well as visiting the marina and old town of Limassol, are indeed highlights that showcase the rich history and culture of the area. We're glad to hear that our tour guide's informative and helpful nature added to your experience. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we are grateful for your support. We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure soon!
Excellent guide, went out of her way to enrich the experience for us. Informative and very open to questions. Managed the small number with ease
Hello Thank you very much for your review we are glad to hear back from you. Your comments are noted and highly appreciated. Hope to see you again! With the best wishes, EOS TOURS TEAM
Good programme. Visiting 4 locations. I would say, there is not enough time in Limassol and in Lefkara. Add another 30 minutes in each of these locations. The tour would still return at a reasonable hour.
Dear Traveler Thank you very much for your review. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour. We are always trying our best! Thank you for your time leaving this comment, it helps us a lot to improve better. Wis to see you again. Best Regards, EOS TOURS TEAM
Kurion was extremely interesting but we would have benefited from having a guide take us round. Limassol was virtually a complete waste of time. We spent approximately 1 hour 40 minutes there but with little to do aside from lunch. So many places were closed. Lefkhara was so interesting and beautiful but we barely spent 30 minutes there. No time at all to have time to ourselves and do a bit of shopping. The schedule for the day was extremely poor and frankly Limassol could have been exclude leaving more time at Kurion and Lefkhara
Dear Traveler Hello We appreciate the time spent on leaving this review. And we thank you for participating in our excursion trip. The excursion was provided as it was advertised and the schedule was kept as planned. The trip you participated in is a sharing coach tour, for the customers who want flexible timing we provide individual trips for extra cost. We hope that after all you left the trip with good vibes, and you have reason to return. We hope to see you again. Best Regards, EOS TOURS TEAM
This tour was good as it hit all the main tourist attractions I wanted to see. However, our guide did not have a lot of information for us at any of the sites. The tour was also a bit rushed at the end with only 10min to wonder at the last location.
Dear Traveler Hello Thank you very much for your feedback. The trip operated as it was planed the guide is providing enough information on each trip but not to much because not always it is needed, but he/she is always available and happy to answer any questions you may have. Eos Tours Team is always doing it best and you reviews helping us to improve more and more. Thank you very much for this opportunity. Best Regards, EOS TOURS TEAM
Very nice guide. There were 4 of us on this excursion. The 3 cities are very beautiful! The duration was very very good!
Dear Traveler Thank you very much for your review and the given high score. We are glad to hear back from you in a such nice way. Wish you all the best, EOS TOURS TEAM
The west coast of Cyprus let me down quite a bit, because it is not spectacular and the beaches are either bouldered or brown sand and muddy touch. On the other hand, archaeological sites abound for lovers of ancient stones such as the one that subscribes, although there are also no remains too showy. The island has been so cruelly razed and on so many occasions, that there are by no means too many striking ruins left. I take this fate for granted, and I don't think it'll come back.
Dear Traveler Hello Unfortunately, we would kindly request you to delete or rewrite this review, since you are writing here your opinion in general about Cyprus and nothing about the excursion or our service. We are not even sure whether you really have been on our trip or not because you are not writing your name or the day of the trip, not even which places you visited. Thank you very much for understanding. Best Regards,
A company that does not respect its customers. We ordered and paid in advance, the only company that collects will pay in advance. This trip is terrible. We asked to return after an hour. We said there was an older man with us. They didn't think. They planned an inappropriate trip. The company refuses to return the payment. Don't take them. Beware of crooks
That's the fourth review we are receiving from you. By the policy, you can not review a trip you never have been on. But this is not stopping you. Unfortunately, we can not add you here your email screenshots but we will add your last email descriptions below: " Is it worth it to you to insist on 250 euros, as expected from a serious company that failed in s a trip? .and continue to receive negative opinions. I think that your decision makers are making a big mistake to insist in this way. " We hope it is a time issue till the TripAdvisor policy will delete your reviews.
