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UNESCO Churches and Monasteries
UNESCO Churches and Monasteries
UNESCO Churches and Monasteries
UNESCO Churches and Monasteries
UNESCO Churches and Monasteries

UNESCO Churches and Monasteries

By Adventures Cy Rentals & Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is €75 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

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.

Activity location

  • Machairas Monastery
    • Mountains near Lazania
    • Nicosia, Cyprus

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • ADVENTURES CYPRUS RENTALS & TOURS
    • 4 Ayiou Lazarou
    • 6020, Larnaca, Larnaca, Cyprus

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UNESCO Churches and Monasteries
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€75.00 x 1 Adult€75.00
Total
Price is €75.00
Until Sun, 27 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedFuel surcharge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please remember that all visitors must be dressed appropriately while visiting the monastery. No tank tops or shorts are allowed for man or women's inside the monastery.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Machairas Monastery
  • 35m
  • Admission ticket included
Nestled in the Machairas Mountains, this 12th-century monastery is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and is one of the most important monasteries in Cyprus. The journey to Machairas is breathtaking, with winding roads surrounded by lush pine forests. The monastery is home to the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary, believed to have been painted by Apostle Luke. Its tranquil courtyard, Byzantine architecture, and the monastic lifestyle of its residents provide an insightful glimpse into the island’s Orthodox Christian traditions.
Agios Ioannis Lambadistis Monastery
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Located in the village of Kalopanayiotis, this UNESCO-listed monastery complex consists of three churches: Agios Ioannis Lampadistis, Agios Herakleidios, and a Latin chapel. The interior boasts magnificent frescoes from the 11th to 15th centuries, illustrating biblical scenes in extraordinary detail. A walk through the charming village, with its stone-built houses and natural springs, complements the spiritual and cultural experience of visiting this historical site.
Church of Saint Nicholas of the Roof
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
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.
Panagia tou Moutoulla
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
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.
Archangelos Michael Church
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Another UNESCO World Heritage Site, this 15th-century church in Pedoulas is famous for its exceptional fresco of Archangel Michael, depicted in vivid colours 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.
Stavros tou Agiasmati
  • 20m
Tucked away in a forested area near Platanistasa, this 15th-century church is one of the finest examples of post-Byzantine fresco painting in Cyprus. The colourful depictions of saints and biblical scenes, painted by an unknown artist, are remarkably well-preserved. The secluded location adds to its serene and spiritual ambiance, making it a perfect ending to a monastery tour filled with history, art, and breathtaking landscapes.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESMachairas Monastery
    • Mountains near Lazania
    • Nicosia, Cyprus

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEADVENTURES CYPRUS RENTALS & TOURS
    • 4 Ayiou Lazarou
    • 6020, Larnaca, Larnaca, Cyprus

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