Take a 4x4 journey to the vast pine forests of the Central Troodos Mountains. This is Cyprus’ highest landscape, where jagged volcanic peaks reach elevations ranging between 1500m and 1900m. Of course, it takes a while to gain those heights, but we achieve this in a relaxed manner by using a combination of small asphalt roads and well-maintained dirt tracks to provide a unique off-the-beaten-track transition from sea level to mountainous interior. Along the way, we enjoy several stops in villages and at spectacular viewpoints, and there is ample opportunity to get out of the vehicle for short strolls amongst the vineyards and pines that characterise these ‘classique’ Troodos environments. Although, by necessity, we do pass through pockets of mass-tourism and modern development, our itinerary steers you away from the mundane and highlights the little-known cultural and natural wonders that lie tucked away within the forests and wine lands of Cyprus’ higher landscapes. Here’s what is on offer:

4x4 on-road/off-road adventure through the most diverse and rapidly changing landscapes in Cyprus;

The TROODOS CLASSIQUE 

Villages and landscapes of the Central Troodos mountains

Available from:  Ayia Napa/Protaras+Larnaca

Short walks through very ethnic villages with narrow streets and great stone architecture;

Light candles in a medieval stone-built church with frescoes;

Check-out a fantastic mountain waterfall and enjoy easy walking down forest trails;

Something for everybody: Meze lunch featuring vegetarian and non-vegetarian gastronomic wonders created in a small village

kitchen. (No chips!!) Wine is included.

wine-making, great food, botany, high altitudes, medieval churches.

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