How long is the Cyprus Aphrodite Trail: Southern Cyprus Loop route?

This route takes 8 days taking in 7 stops.

Where does this route start and end?

The route runs from Larnaca to Larnaca in Southern Cyprus, Cyprus.

When is the best time to travel this route?

The best time to travel this route is April to June and September to October.

How active is this route?

Activity level: Active. Moderately active — expect some walking and light physical activity.

What transport do I need for this route?

This route works best with a car or a campervan.

What budget do I need for this route?

Mid-range spending — expect comfortable accommodation and a mix of dining options.

What type of accommodation suits this route?

Mixed accommodation works well along this route.

What is the pace of this trip?

Balanced — a good mix of sightseeing and downtime.

What type of trip is this?

This route is well-suited to: Scenic, Coastal, Culture, Classic road trip, Nature.

Cyprus Aphrodite Trail: Southern Cyprus Loop

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The route · 7 stops

5 overnight bases · 2 stops on the way

Larnaca

1 night

The gateway city and loop start. The 9th-century Church of St Lazarus, Hala Sultan Tekke mosque on the salt lake, and the Finikoudes seafront promenade are all within easy reach of the centre. Arrive, settle in, and rest before the driving begins.The gateway city and loop start. The 9th-century Church of St Lazarus, Hala Sultan Tekke mosque on the salt lake, and the Finikoudes seafront promenade are all within easy reach of the centre. Arrive, settle in, and rest before the driving begins.

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1h 3m · 76 km drive to Limassol

Limassol

2 nights

The island's busiest port city, with a medieval castle in the old town and the spectacular Kourion site 19 km west. The Greco-Roman theatre at Kourion is a clifftop landmark fully restored and used for open-air performances. Amathus ancient city lies 10 km east and rounds out a full second day.The island's busiest port city, with a medieval castle in the old town and the spectacular Kourion site 19 km west. The Greco-Roman theatre at Kourion is a clifftop landmark fully restored and used for open-air performances. Amathus ancient city lies 10 km east and rounds out a full second day.

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1h 3m · 75 km drive to Paphos

Paphos

2 nights

UNESCO-listed Paphos Archaeological Park holds four Roman villas with exceptional mosaic floors, including the House of Dionysos and House of Aion. Aphrodite's Rock (Petra tou Romiou), where legend places the goddess's birth, stands on the coast 25 km east. Allow at least a full morning at the park.UNESCO-listed Paphos Archaeological Park holds four Roman villas with exceptional mosaic floors, including the House of Dionysos and House of Aion. Aphrodite's Rock (Petra tou Romiou), where legend places the goddess's birth, stands on the coast 25 km east. Allow at least a full morning at the park.

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55m · 66 km drive to Kakopetria

Kakopetria

1 night

A stone village at 667 m in the Solea Valley, used as a base for the Troodos UNESCO churches. Ayios Nikolaos tis Stegis, a short drive away, is an 11th-century Byzantine church with murals spanning six centuries. The cedar-forested slopes, cooler air, and walking trails make this the most rewarding night off the coast.A stone village at 667 m in the Solea Valley, used as a base for the Troodos UNESCO churches. Ayios Nikolaos tis Stegis, a short drive away, is an 11th-century Byzantine church with murals spanning six centuries. The cedar-forested slopes, cooler air, and walking trails make this the most rewarding night off the coast.

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53m · 63 km drive to Nicosia

Nicosia

1 night

The world's last divided capital, enclosed by intact 16th-century Venetian walls. The Cyprus Museum inside the old city holds the island's finest archaeological collection, with finds from Paphos to Kourion. The Laiki Geitonia quarter is good for a slow evening wander and dinner.The world's last divided capital, enclosed by intact 16th-century Venetian walls. The Cyprus Museum inside the old city holds the island's finest archaeological collection, with finds from Paphos to Kourion. The Laiki Geitonia quarter is good for a slow evening wander and dinner.

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On the way

Cape Greco
1h 14m · 89 km
The limestone promontory between Protaras and Ayia Napa holds sea cliffs, natural arch formations, and caves accessible by kayak or boat. Konnos Bay and Fig Tree Bay are nearby, with water clear enough to see the seabed 10 m down. A scenic half-day break on the drive back to Larnaca.The limestone promontory between Protaras and Ayia Napa holds sea cliffs, natural arch formations, and caves accessible by kayak or boat. Konnos Bay and Fig Tree Bay are nearby, with water clear enough to see the seabed 10 m down. A scenic half-day break on the drive back to Larnaca.
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Larnaca
46m · 55 km
Close the loop back on the coast. The drive from Cape Greco to Larnaca takes under an hour along the A3. Drop the hire car at the airport terminal or spend a final evening on the Finikoudes promenade before an early departure.Close the loop back on the coast. The drive from Cape Greco to Larnaca takes under an hour along the A3. Drop the hire car at the airport terminal or spend a final evening on the Finikoudes promenade before an early departure.
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Cyprus Aphrodite Trail: Southern Cyprus Loop