What You Will Do
Hello from Cyprus Taste Tours! A group of true foodies, our activities 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. A winery visit where we'll tour the premises, learn about the indigenous grape varieties of Cyprus and taste a selection of wines. Our last foodie spot will be a sweet stop guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds!
Unlike other tours... EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED - NO HIDDEN COSTS
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Cyprus Taste Tours - Paphos
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!
2
Troodos Mountains
40 minutes
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.
3
Axylou
3 hours
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.
4
Chrysoroyiatissa Monastery
30 minutes
While driving through the Paphos countryside we'll also include a bonus stop at a scenic, historical monastery.
5
Tsangarides Winery
1 hour
At this fantastic boutique winery you'll have the chance to meet the family behind the wine-making and have all your questions answered. You'll tour the premises and learn about the process and history of wine. This will be followed by a tasting session where you'll discover the indigenous grape varieties of the island.
6
Geroskipou
30 minutes
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.
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