A tour of the beautiful Byzantine monasteries and churches in Cyprus takes visitors on a historical and spiritual journey through the Troodos Mountains, showcasing the island’s deep religious heritage and stunning medieval frescoes. This itinerary includes Machairas Monastery, Agios Ioannis Lampadistis, Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis, Panagia Moutoulla, Archangelos, and Stavros tou Agiasmati—each with its unique charm and significance.
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Located in the village of Meniko, the Church of Cyprian and Justina is dedicated to Saints Cyprian and Justina, venerated for their miraculous powers against witchcraft and evil spirits. This church, dating back to the medieval period, attracts pilgrims seeking protection and healing. The serene atmosphere inside, along with the impressive iconostasis, makes it a place of deep devotion. Visitors often leave prayers or tokens of gratitude, reinforcing the church’s significance as a center for faith and miracles.
Second Stop: Church of the Virgin Mary Assinou. Moving into the picturesque Troodos Mountains, we arrive at the Church of the Virgin Mary Assinou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This 12th-century church is famous for its vibrant Byzantine frescoes, among the finest in Cyprus. The well-preserved murals depict scenes from the Bible, offering a visual narrative of Christian teachings. The architectural elegance of the church, combined with its artistic treasures, makes it a must-visit destination for both historians and spiritual seekers.
Perched on a hillside near Kakopetria, this church is famous for its steep wooden roof, a distinctive feature designed to protect it from heavy snowfall. Dating back to the 11th century, Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis (Saint Nicholas of the Roof) is adorned with some of the best-preserved Byzantine frescoes in Cyprus, spanning several centuries. The vivid depictions of Christ, saints, and angels offer an artistic and theological journey through Byzantine history.
Another UNESCO World Heritage Site, this 15th-century church in Pedoulas is famous for its exceptional fresco of Archangel Michael, depicted in vivid colors with a striking presence. The church’s architecture is simple, yet the interior is richly decorated with detailed paintings reflecting the island’s Late Byzantine artistic heritage. Pedoulas itself is a charming village, perfect for a relaxing stroll and sampling traditional Cypriot sweets.
This small yet significant chapel, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, is one of the earliest painted churches in Cyprus, dating to 1280. Located in the picturesque village of Moutoullas, the church features a sloping wooden roof and well-preserved frescoes reflecting the influence of Byzantine and local Cypriot styles. Though modest in size, the church’s artistic value makes it a must-visit site for those interested in Byzantine art and history.
Final Stop: Monastery of Saint John Lampadistes. Concluding our tour, we arrive at the Monastery of Saint John Lampadistes in Kalopanagiotis. This monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a complex of interconnected churches with layers of frescoes dating from the 11th to the 15th centuries. The monastery is dedicated to Saint John Lampadistes, a revered local saint known for his miracles. The tranquil setting, combined with the rich historical and artistic heritage, makes this a fitting end to our journey.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
UNESCO Churches and Monasteries lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $80 per person for this Larnaca experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, starting at 9:00 AM.
Children aged 3–12 pay from $69, adults from $80. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Your guide will have Adventures Cyprus logo so we can find itch other easier Pickup points include Radisson Beach Resort Larnaca.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 19 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Adventures Cy Rentals & Tours.
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The tour was really amazing - very nice churches (some of them with old well-preserved frescoes) and beautiful landscapes. The guide knows the Cypriot culture very well and she talked to us about it a lot, which was a big plus.
Amazing ! The landscapes are very beautiful, the view in the mountains is so nice. And the churches were amazing indeed
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Adventures Cyprus for another unforgettable tour soon!
The landscapes were amazing and the churches were very well preserved. Our guide was very interested and informed about the churches and monasteries and also about the culture. She taught us a lot about the habits of the local people and the history of Cyprus through the churches. I would recommend this tour.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful landscapes and the churches and monasteries. Thank you for recommending our tour. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Adventures Cyprus for another unforgettable journey!
great experience with very beautiful landscapes, very good discoveries!
Thank you so much for your review! We hope to welcome you back to Adventures Cyprus for another unforgettable adventure soon!
I booked the tour and I got an email "pick up and location &time: Leonardo boutique hotel 9:05". I was there, waiting. At half past ten I phoned them and they said, that the tour was cancelled. I was furious—I had planned this trip for that day. For a normal company, that's unacceptable behavior.
Dear Franziska, Thank you for your feedback, and we are truly sorry for the inconvenience you experienced. Unfortunately, this booking was a single reservation that was missed by our system, which led to the tour not being confirmed properly on our side. We completely understand how frustrating it must have been to wait for the pickup and only find out later that the tour was not operating. As soon as we spoke with you, we wanted to make sure your day was not completely lost, so we offered you a complimentary cruise experience, which you kindly accepted, and we were happy that you were able to enjoy an alternative activity. We are proffesional tour operator and situations like this are very rare for us. We are reviewing our system procedures to ensure this does not happen again. Kind regards, Adventures CY Team
This was my second experience in the Troodos mountains, which I missed first time in Cyprus. In winter such excursions are not daily. Also in this one we saw a Christmas village at the end, which were the topic of the first one. 5 UNESCO churches out of the 9+1 were to be seen, but one was closed because of the Epiphanie. However, the first church was Saint Ciprian, who was from Cyprus. The time was tight and the excursion was rather 9 1/2 hours, so exactly suitable in winter, even if one of the churches was closed. Some of the churches are outside the villages and there are great mountain perspectives. Constantin and Elena are always depicted. The last church (Saint John) is a functioning monastery with a shop.
Thank you for your detailed review! We're delighted that you chose to explore the Troodos Mountains with us and that you enjoyed discovering the UNESCO-listed churches. Thank you for sharing your observations and we hope to welcome you back to Cyprus to explore more of the island's rich history, culture, and stunning landscapes!
Very interesting thanks to the very good guide/driver. Irina. She told us a lot of things about the churches, but also about Cyprus. Really interesting things. No funny jokes. We were in a small group (3 persons + Irina) in a very comfortable car.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the UNESCO Churches and Monasteries tour. Thank you for choosing Adventures Cyprus. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable tour of Cyprus soon! 😊🇨🇾⛪
I highly recommend this excursion, alone it is worth the whole trip and for myself I think it is the most beautiful excursion to do in Cyprus. Our guide Catherine was an exceptional guide explaining every aspect that concerned both the beautiful Churches and Monasteries, both pointing out details of the environment around us (such as flowers, plants, animals...), and explaining historical anecdotes and not to better understand life in Cyprus. We could not ask for better, I think you can not visit Cyprus and skip this experience. Thanks for everything.
Thank you so much for your incredible review! We are truly honoured by your recommendation and delighted to hear that this was such a special highlight of your visit to Cyprus. Thank you once again for choosing Adventures Cyprus. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in the future!
Very great and interesting tour, super nice guide. It would have been great if she had water with her, as it was on all the other tours we did there.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted you enjoyed the tour and had a great experience. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the water and will certainly take it into consideration. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable Cyprus adventure!
Great day out with Irina as a guide. Nice comfortable vehicle and full day out. I thought it was a fantastic value. We saw beautifully spiritual old monasteries and churches with amazing paintings inside. We drove through the country and mountainside. Irina was highly knowledgeable and very interesting and I left the trip feeling like if there was just one trip to take in Cyprus this would be the one to take!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted you had such a memorable day exploring the beautiful monasteries, churches, and the stunning Troodos Mountains. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable Cyprus adventure!
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