MAPs of Troodos Geo Park

Cyprus

3 days

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Cyprus Itinerary Aromatic & Medicinal Plants of Troodos Geo Park

Medicinal & Aromatic Plants of Troodos Geo Park

Troodos is the largest mountain range in Cyprus, located roughly in the center of the island. Its highest peak is at 1,952 meters. There are many mountain resorts, Byzantine monasteries, and churches part of the island’s Byzantine heritage, which is protected by UNESCO. Besides culture and history, Troodos Geopark’s flora is the richest in Cyprus and, for this reason, the Troodos mountain range is considered as one of the most important mountain habitats for plants in the whole of Europe.

During their stay visitors will discover the great variety of plants of Cyprus in their natural environment.

Day by Day

With this 3-day itinerary you will go around the most beautiful places in the Troodos mountains region to discover the plants of the inner part of the island of Cyprus. The itinerary touches beautiful villages and small towns including Platres, Agros and Kakopetria.

DAY 1

Platres– Tour of the Resort
Platres– Tour of the Resort

A resort of unique architecture and beauty, the destination of choice for many noble and spiritual people, also known as the "The Village of Kings and Poets" and the Lavender Resort.

Platres is the starting point for many nature trails as well as the Troodos Cycling Routes.

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LOCATION:  Platres Resort is 40 km and 45 minutes’ drive from Limassol town, on 1200 m above sea level, on Troodos mountains and closed to the Troodos National Park,  a protected area NATURE 2000

Highlights: 

– Platres Cultural Center with its Exhibition for the 100 years History of the Royal Resort of Platres .

– The centre with its cafes and restaurants 

– Water falls , Kalidonia and Millomeris located at both sides of the Resort.

OPENING HOURS: Tourism Information Office –  Monday to Friday 09.00-15.00

 Contacts: TEL: +357 25421316 / +357 25813112

Website: platres.org.cy

Mail: k.s.p.platres@cytanet.com.cy

 

Lavender Thematic Center
Lavender Thematic Center

The Magical World of Lavender unfolds at the Platres’cultural center, offering workshops and programs for visitors on the healing properties and lavender cosmetic products.

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LOCATION:  Platres’s Cultural Center

OPENING HOURS : May- September Daily except Monday & Tuesday 10.00 to 19.00

October- May- Weekends only 

Free Entrance & complimentary lavender tea & lavender sweet of the day

Workshops: 10 euros

Contacts:

Book your workshop directly from :

Website: lovetroodos.com  

Tel: +357 99410520   

Mail: papplatres@cytanet.com.cy

Platres’s Chocolate workshop
Platres’s Chocolate workshop

Located In the heart of Platres, the Chocolate Workshop is a real heaven for chocolate lovers. Visitors can enjoy some tastings of different kind of chocolates or participate in a chocolate workshop.

Each chocolate is carefully handmade and use seasonal ingredients, including Lavender and other herbs and aromas from Cyprus.

More info..

Tel: +357 99766446 

Opening dates and hours according to season of the year 

Info: facebook: platreschocolateworkshop  

Admission: Free entrance

DAY 2

Tour of Agros Village
Tour of Agros Village

Built amphitheatrically among the mountains at an altitude of 1.100 meters, Agros is nestled in a stunning forest environment. 

The village is famous for its cultivation of roses, the production of cured meats (sausages, ‘Lountza’ and ‘Hiromeri’), homemade marmalades and sweets. 

LOCATION:  Agros is 85 Km away from Paphos International Airport , about Ih and 30 minutes drive, and 85 Km away from Larnaca International Airport 1h and 20 minutes  drive and 40 km and 55 minutes drive from the nearest town Limassol. Closed to the Troodos National Park a protected area NATURE 2000.

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HIGHLIGHTS: 

The Kaouras Park, the centre with its cafes and restaurants, the famous Kafkalias cured meat tasting shop and the Frangoulides Painting Museum. 

Agros Municipality Office, 30 agrou avenue, 4860, Agros, Cyprus 

Monday – Friday 0730-15.00

Website: agros.org.cy 

Mail: koinotikosimvoulioagrou@cytane.com.cy

Tel: +357 25522142

Agros Rose Factory
Agros Rose Factory

A family-run business specialized in the production of Roses and the creation of rose products - From cosmetics to chocolate. Visitors will enjoy some live distillation and workshops such as candle making or jam making and will also discover all about the healing properties of the flower.

More info..

Admission: Free Entrance

Contacts: Chris Tsolakis 

Website: venus-rose.com 

Tel: +357 25521893

Working hours Mon-Fri  08.00 – 17.00, Sat- Sun 10.00 -17.00

Nikis Sweets
Nikis Sweets

Niki's products are famous all over Cyprus, and they are even exported as far as Australia. Made famous with its marmalades, fig preserves, and walnut sweet, this is not only a shop but also an institution. Many products are used for healing and soothing purposes, as the carob syrup, which is meant to be a natural treatment for osteoporosis. Visitors will enjoy the visit of the factory and the shop.

Workshop are also offered.

More info..

Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 08.00-18.00 /  Sat-Sun 09.00-1400 and 14.30-18.00

Admission: Free entrance 

Website: nikissweets.com.cy

Tel: +357 25521400

DAY 3

Troodos Botanical Garden
Troodos Botanical Garden

An extensive Botanic Garden representing the flora and herbs of the mountain range. Species in the park include common, rare and endangered flora, with the garden split into thematic sections of endemic plants, arboretum, aromatic and traditional garden plants.

Visitors should take the time to visit the Geopark Info Centre through a short walking trail passing by the magnificent Amiandos lake.

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Opening Hours:  09.00-14.00

Admission: Free entrance 

Contacts: +357 25 550 091

Website: Troodos-geo.org 

Mail: troodosbg@fd.moa.gov.cy

Kakopetria Tour of the village
Kakopetria Tour of the village

The village has a distinct character and charm. The old part is the most picturesque. Traditional old stone and wood houses reach out to touch each other across narrow cobbled paths, while old ladies sit on their porches selling jars of sweet preserved fruits surrounded by colorful local mountain flowers.

Highlights: Kakopetria, including the Linos Museum and Eliomylos Museum.

The centre with its cafes and restaurants and the River Clarios Park. 

Unesco World Heritage-listed Church of Agios Nicolaos tis Stegis

More info..

Contacts: +357 22922323

Mail: kakopetriaeu@cytanet.com.cy

Website: kakopetriavillage.com

Cyprus Perfumery Theme Park
Cyprus Perfumery Theme Park

The Park is dedicated to the history and the cultural heritage of Perfume in Cyprus.

Educational tour and demonstration of ancient techniques for making perfumes are offered to visitors

More info..

Opening Times:  09.00 -17.00

Admission: Free 

Contacts: +357 96243410

https://www.perfumecypark.org/

E-mail: info@perfumecypark.org

Accessibility

Starting PointLemesos Town

Nearest AirportLarnaca  International Airport – 67 Km/45 minutes drive and Paphos International Airport – 62 km /45 minutes drive

For Bus connection of both Airports see the website: cyprusbybus.com

The itinerary is recommended to be done by car, as there are not good connections in the country side .

Distances:

Day 1
Lemesos – Platres 40km (45 minutes drive)
All place of interesting in Platres Resort are walking distance

Day 2
Lemesos – Agros 40km (55 minutes drive)
All place of interesting in Agros Village are walking distance

Day 3
Lemesos – Troodos Botanical Garden – 40km (45 minutes drive)
Troodos Botanical Garden – Kakopetria – 10km (15 minutes drive)
Kakopetria – Cyprus Perfumrery Theme Park – 8 km (12 minutes)
The roads are in very good state mainly regional and motorways.

Accomodation

The Royal Apollonia Hotel

Lemesos

Address:

Georgios A street, Germasogeia, 4048 Lemesos

Contacts:

T. 00357-25508800
M. apollonia@louishotels.com

Price range:

$$$

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Mediterranean Beach Hotel

Lemesos

Address:

71 Amathus Avenue, Agios Tychonas, 4533 Lemesos

Contacts:

T. 00357-25559999
M. info@medbeach.com

Price range:

$$

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Navarria Hotel

Lemesos

Address:

14 Verginas street, Agios Tychonas, 4532 Lemesos

Contacts:

T. 00357-25320855
M. reservations@navarriahotel.com

Price range:

$

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Forest Park Hotel

Platres

Address:

62 Spyrou Kyprianou, 4820, Platres

Contacts:

T. 00357-25421751
M. info@forestparkcyprus.com

Price range:

$$

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New Helvetia Hotel

Platres

Address:

6 Helvetia Street, 4820, Platres

Contacts:

T. 00357-25421348
M. newhelvetia@cytanet.com.cy

Price range:

$$

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Semiramis Hotel

Platres

Address:

55 Spyrou Kyprianou, 4820, Platres

Contacts:

T. 00357-99756796
M. info@semiramishotelcyprus.com

Price range:

$

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Rodon Hotel and Resort

Potamitissa

Address:

Potamitissa, 4879, Potamitissa

Contacts:

T. 00357-25522211
M. info@agrotourism.com.cy 

Price range:

$

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Troodos Hotel

Troodos

Address:

Troodos square, 4800, Troodos 

Contacts:

T. 00357-25420000
M. reservations@troodoshotel.com

Price range:

$

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The Mill Hotel

Kakopetria

Address:

8 Milos street, 2810, Kakopetria

Contacts:

T. 00357-22922536
M. info@millhotelcyprus.com

Price range:

$$

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Hellas Hotel

Kakopetria

Address:

4 Andreou Mamandos street, 2800, Kakopetria

Contacts:

T. 00357-22922450

Price range:

$

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Catering

Psilo Dentro

Platres

Address:

Main Road, Platres Cipro

Contacts:

T. 00357-25813131

Price range:

$$

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Skylight

Platres

Address:

524 Archbishop Makarios, 4820 Platres

Contacts:

T. 00357-25422244
M. info@skylight.com.cy

Price range:

$$$

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Pezema

Agros

Address:

Stelios hadjipetris 50, E806, Agros, Cyprus

Contacts:

T. +357 99551381

Price range:

$$

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Seven Hills

Agros

Address:

48 Steliou Hadjipetri, 4860 Agros

Contacts:

T. 00357-99027360
T. 00357-25521152

Price range:

$$

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Fereos Park Restaurant

Troodos

Address:

Fereos Park Restaurant & Cafe Bar, Troodos 4800 Cipro

Contacts:

T. 00357-25420114

Price range:

$$

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The Mills Restaurant

Kakopetria

Address:

8 Milos Street, 2810, Kakopetria

Contacts:

T. 00357-22922536

Price range:

$$$

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Chrysanthis Restaurant

Kakopetria

Address:

24 Troodous street, 2800 Kakopetria

Contacts:

T. 00357-22922202

Price range:

$$

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