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Discover Troodos Mountains, the Green heart of Cyprus. A memorable day off the beaten track through idyllic mountain villages unchanged from generations. The first is just below Mount Olympus - the highest point in Cyprus with a peak of 1951 metres - to take in the panoramic views in from Troodos Square. You will proceed to 'Throni', to see the tomb of the Archbishop Makarios III, the first president of Cyprus. Enjoy the spectacular countryside and pine forests as you drive to the famous Kykkos Monastery, built in 1092 and dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It houses one of the three surviving icons painted by Agios Loukas. A break for lunch will be taken at a nearby restaurant and on return, you will pass through Trooditsa Monastery and move on to Omodhos Village, famous for its true Cypriot architecture, the Linos wine press and the Monastery of the Holy Cross. See conditions

A morning drive to the island's capital and the last divided city in the world. You will enter Lefkosia driving along the Green Line, the Capital's dividing line, passing the newly-restored Famagusta gate and the Archbishop's Palace and St John's Cathedral. You will then travel to the city centre and visit the Byzantine Museum with its collection of icons and paintings. The tour continues to the shopping centre and "Laiki Yitonia" where you will lunch and take a stroll around the winding alleys lined with traditional houses, shops and galleries. Leaving Lefkosia, the group will proceed to the Village of Lefkara which is famous for its hand-made lace and silverware.

The first stop on route to Paphos will be the ancient city of Kourion, an impressive, unspoilt sit eperched high on the cliff top. Admire the famous Greco-Roman theatre and mosaics whilst taking in the dazzling view. The next stop is to Aphrodite's Rock, where you may swim - according to the legend, the Goddess of Love and Beauty was born from the foam of the sea at this spot. Moving on, discover the remarkable history of Paphos: the Catacombs of St Solomoni, Pillar of St. Paul, the house of Dionysus and beautiful mosaics depicting scenes from Greek Mythology. On your return, you will pass the 9th Century Basilica of Ayia Paraskevi and stop at Geroskipou Village to sample the famous Paphos Delights, "Loukoumia".

Heading eastwards from Paphos, you will drive along the coastline towards Limassol and stop at the Medieval Castle where Richard the Lionheart married Berengaria. Ample time will be given for shopping in the old harbour area. Then you will visit one of the island's largest wineries, where you can sample and purchase a selection of wines. Continuing the journey, you will be shown the Crusader Castle of Kolossi, constructed in the 13th Century and founded by the Knights of St.John. The day is concluded with a stop at the ancient city of Kourion.