Tours/Paphos/Troodos Mountains Halloumi Making: All Inclusive Workshop & Tour
Viator · group up to 6 pax

Troodos Mountains Halloumi Making: All Inclusive Workshop & Tour

4.9(117)Paphos1 hour
VIATOR4.9(18)TRIPADVISOR4.9(99)

Description

Hello from Cyprus Taste Tours! A local team of true foodies - our small group activities (max 6-7 participants) focus on discovering Cyprus through food & wine... There's nothing like tasting fresh, warm hallloumi cheese straight out of the pot and on this small group excursion there'll be plenty to enjoy throughout the day! During this unique activity you'll have the opportunity to make 2 kinds of Cypriot cheeses alongside a local family. The workshop ends with a tasting of the cheeses plus a delicious brunch! We'll also include 3 bonus stops to further explore the mountain countryside... A beautiful monastery where you'll have time to roam the grounds & enjoy this scenic location. Plus 2 foodie stops guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds! (e.g. carob honey / traditional sweets / local jams / olive oil / wine / etc.) Unlike other tours... EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED - NO HIDDEN COSTS

Tour Options

PAP
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Pass by

We'll pick you up from a Paphos location of your choice. Our team guarantees you a fantastic day out - we'll make the most of your time with us and take you on a bespoke journey through Cyprus villages. Established in 2011 - we're confident we know all the best spots and we never stop exploring! We're all fully trained in the traditional foods and wine of the island and you'll be sure to receive a professional, 5 star experience. When booking with Cyprus Taste Tours - you'll be supporting a small local business and helping to keep the culture & traditions of the island alive! The timings stated on this description page are a guideline only and are subject to change - if you need to get back to your accommodation at a certain time - YOU MUST LET US KNOW IN ADVANCE!

40 min

You'll be picked up from a Paphos location of your choice and driven into the Paphos region of the Troodos mountain range to reach the destination of our host. This will be a beautiful scenic drive through villages and vineyards. We keep our tours authentic by visiting true locals and because these local villagers are busy with every day life – we cannot guarantee which stops we’ll be visiting after the cheese-making workshop... However, here’s an example list of products - honey / traditional sweets / wine / donkey milk products / carob honey / chocolates.

180 min

You'll be taken to the house of a local village lady to learn the traditional technique of halloumi and anari cheese making. This hands-on workshop ends with a delicious tasting that will include the cheeses made.

60 min

We'll visit 2-3 local producers (e.g. carob honey / traditional sweets / local jams / olive oil / wine / etc.)

Admission included30 min

While driving through the Paphos countryside we'll also include a bonus stop at a scenic, historical monastery.

30 min

On our way back into Paphos we'll stop in the village of Geroskipou to learn about the traditional sweets with a tour and tasting at a small local workshop.

Highlights

After making our breads & cheeses - you'll enjoy a fantastic sit-down brunch!
Enjoy nibbles and tastings throughout the day.
Air-conditioned vehicle
A great day out! Check out our Cyprus Taste Tours reviews to find out why you should book this tour!
Mountain tea, black tea and Cyprus coffee along with homemade lemonade is offered throughout the cheese-making workshop along with refreshing homemade lemonade. Bottled water throughout the tour.
Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus
All tasting and entrance fees
We'll enjoy a wine tasting along the way.
Support a small business along with the local culture

What's included

Included
After making our breads & cheeses - you'll enjoy a fantastic sit-down brunch!
Enjoy nibbles and tastings throughout the day.
Air-conditioned vehicle
A great day out! Check out our Cyprus Taste Tours reviews to find out why you should book this tour!
Mountain tea, black tea and Cyprus coffee along with homemade lemonade is offered throughout the cheese-making workshop along with refreshing homemade lemonade. Bottled water throughout the tour.
Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus
All tasting and entrance fees
We'll enjoy a wine tasting along the way.
Support a small business along with the local culture
Not included
WE DO NOT ACCEPT CRUISE SHIP PASSENGER BOOKINGS THRU VIATOR/TRIPADVISOR - PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY

Pickup Locations & Times

We offer door-to-door transport from almost any Paphos location including hotels, airbnbs, private accommodation, landmarks etc. We can also offer pick-up or drop-off at Paphos airport if this makes your participation more convenient. If you do not see your pickup location on the list at the time of booking - please go ahead with your booking and in the unlikely case that we cannot fulfil the pick-up - a full refund will be processed. WE DO NOT ACCEPT CRUISE SHIP PASSENGER BOOKINGS THROUGH VIATOR / TRIPADVISOR - PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY. This tour runs on specific dates - if the available dates aren't suitable and you would like to take part in a food / wine experience on another day then please check Cyprus Taste Tours for our other options as we have activities running on every day of the week. PLEASE NOTE: We offer bespoke journeys into the Troodos mountain range and therefore the itineraries stated are subject to change with the season and the locals available to host us. The timings are a guideline and if you must be back at your accommodation at a certain time - YOU MUST LET US KNOW IN ADVANCE. PLEASE NOTE: The Troodos mountain range spans Larnaca, Limassol, Paphos and Nicosia and it is in the mountainous areas of these districts that you find the rural villages of Cyprus. This tour DOES NOT visit Troodos Square and will only visit various villages within the Troodos mountain region.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • WE DO NOT ACCEPT CRUISE SHIP PASSENGER BOOKINGS THROUGH VIATOR / TRIPADVISOR - PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY
  • You must let us know if you need to be back by a certain time

Reviews(117)

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peter j
June 10, 2026
Superb cheese tour

Our host Georgina was excellent. The whole tour was very informative and great fun.

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768genn
May 27, 2026
Food tour

Lovely food tour with local people .

Operator response

Thank you for the kind words and 5 stars!

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Bernadette K
May 10, 2026
The guide of the tour company " Cyprus Taste Tours" gave us the perfect day in Cyprus.

Great tastings of Cypriot specialities

Operator response

Thank you for your lovely review! 😊 We’re so pleased you enjoyed tasting the traditional Cypriot specialities and hope to welcome you back again in the future!

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Alitraveller1207
April 28, 2026
Halloumi and wine tour Troudos Mountains

Eleni was very friendly and a nice guide. Good knowledge, arrived on time to collect us we had a lovely time. Halloumi making interesting and fun to do. Thank you.

Operator response

We are so glad that you enjoyed your experience with us and your guide :)

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Deme H
April 9, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This tour was an absolute highlight of our trip and offered such a unique, insightful look into the sustainable side of Cyprus. From start to finish, everything was thoughtfully curated and beautifully executed. We began at Loula’s Farm with a hands-on halloumi-making workshop, which was both fun and informative. It was followed by a delicious, carefully prepared brunch featuring standout dishes like mushroom koupes and olive pastries—an absolute treat! The experience continued with a stop at Ecophysis Bee and nature centre for a wonderful honey tasting, and then some relaxing free time in the picturesque village of Lefkara, which was simply charming to explore. A special mention must go to our guide, Helena, who was fantastic. Her knowledge, warmth, and attention to detail truly made the day unforgettable. If you’re looking for a small, personalized experience rather than a large, impersonal coach tour, this is the perfect choice. Highly recommended!

Operator response

We are so thankful that you have left reviews for us on various platforms. Thank you so much! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your day with us!

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Sunshine02976237603
April 1, 2026
Great travel day if you want to see more of Cyprus

I took the tour in Larnaca with the guide Maria and it was such a fun experience. We visited places that I never would have thought of by myself. Lots of family owned factories, and tasted traditional food.

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Operator response

Thank you for the great review! We're really happy that you have enjoyed the experience with us!! :D

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7gayer
March 20, 2026
Lots of new foods; host was warm and knowledgeable

Our host Georgina, was incredibly knowledgeable and warm. She escorted us through a whirlwind of food tasting and showed us how each was made: halloumi; sousoukos; wine tasting; honey tasting; donkey milk products and olive oil. I particularly enjoyed feeding the donkeys!

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Operator response

Thank you so much for this brilliant 5 star review! Really happy you enjoyed your time with us and your guide, Georgina! ;)

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Ella B
March 13, 2026
Brilliant day out

My mum and I recently did the halloumi taste tour. It was such a fun and interesting day - you have the opportunity to get really stuck in and try new things. Maria was our guide and she was brilliant. She was knowledgeable on all the activities, processes and overall environment - with lots of fun facts. She was also super chatty, friendly and outgoing - it was an absolute pleasure to have her as our guide. I would definitely recommend this day out to anyone :)

Operator response

We are thrilled that you enjoyed your Halloumi Heaven tour with us, and your guide Maria :) Thank you for the lovely review and 5 stars :)

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BexhillOnSea32
January 4, 2026
Excellent value for money full day Excursion.

An excellent value for money trip. From the day previous when Cyprus Taste tours emailed with pick up times, collection at my pick up point was almost to the minute with a friendly welcome. Only six guests in the group and then a full day with a very knowledgeable guide Georgina who is fluent in Greek and English. The halloumi making was carried out in a traditional way and our small party were able to join in from start to finish. Georgina made sure everyone was involved. The brunch was traditional with plenty for everyone. We then went on to various other visits including an olive oil farm, an apiary, and the Donkey Sanctuary which is far more than just a sanctuary! Trust me - worth the visit! Georgina drove us through some old traditional villages and we stopped at one for some time to walk and take it all in. Georgina also gave us the option of staying with her for a guided tour or to walk about on our own. My pick up was at 08.45 and I did not return until 17.45 so a very full day. I was also glad of the advice given regarding warm clothing as my visit was in December and the Trodos villages are much colder than the coastal areas. You definitely benefited from jumpers and jackets. All in all, a really good day out!

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Sonia_M
December 10, 2025
Fun and informative halloumi making tour

Our guide took our small group (just 3 of us) on a fun and informative tour. We enjoyed our time making Halloumi, where we were involved in nearly all of the steps. We enjoyed the Halloumi we made (and other local foods) and chatted with some locals who were there to buy Halloumi. We made a number of other stops, each of which gave us insight into the history and culture of Cyprus.

Operator response

Thank you so much for the 5 stars and lovely review :) We are so glad that you enjoyed your day with us and Christina your guide.

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