Tour overview

This 8-day self-guided walking holiday explores the Akamas Peninsula, the wildest and least developed corner of Cyprus, where rugged headlands, gorges and empty beaches meet traditional hill villages. There is no group or tour leader: you walk at your own pace, following detailed route notes and GPX files, with transfers to and from trailheads on two days. You stay in two three-star hotels with modern rooms and good restaurants, four nights in the inland village of Droushia, where the hotel has an infinity-edge pool, and three nights on the coast near Polis. Breakfast is included daily.

The first walks are circular routes from Droushia across the Laona plateau. You pass through the stone-built villages of Kritou Terra and Kato Arodes, among orchards and vineyards, to the Kremiotis waterfall and the medieval chapel of Agia Paraskevi, with the chance to stop at a local winery along the way. Droushia itself is a pretty village with tavernas and wide views over the coast.

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Next you descend from the plateau to the Lara coast, with a stretch through the narrow limestone walls of the Avakas Gorge, past the beaches of South Lara and Toxeftra, where loggerhead and green turtles nest in summer. The walk ends at Agios Georgios tis Pegeias, with its medieval church, early Christian ruins and a fishing shelter with a good taverna.

Moving to the coast, a long day on the Smigies, Adonis and Aphrodite trails gives sweeping views from Cape Arnaoutis, the island's north-western tip, across Chrysochous Bay. A circular walk along the north coast follows the Adonis Trail past the coves of Fontana Amoroza, the Blue Lagoon and the Baths of Aphrodite, the grotto where the goddess is said to have bathed. The last full day is free to relax by the beach or walk back to the Blue Lagoon for a swim.

The walking is graded medium, with some rocky paths and ascents, for around four to six hours a day. Spring and autumn are the best seasons, with wild flowers in spring and warm seas in autumn. This holiday suits independent walkers who want quiet trails, sea views and good Cypriot food.

Trip highlights

  • Stone villages and vineyards of the Laona plateau (Days 2–3)
  • The Avakas Gorge and the turtle beaches of Lara (Day 4)
  • Views from Cape Arnaoutis on the Aphrodite Trail (Day 5)
  • The Blue Lagoon and the Baths of Aphrodite (Day 6)
  • A hotel with an infinity-edge pool in Droushia
  • Detailed route notes and GPX files

Your route

5 stops from Droushia to Blue Lagoon

8-day walks: Droushia – Laona – Lara – Cape Arnaoutis – Blue Lagoon – Polis
  1. Droushia Days 1–4
  2. Avakas Gorge Day 4
  3. Lara Beach Day 4
  4. Baths of Aphrodite Days 5–8
  5. Blue Lagoon Day 6

Why choose this tour

Walk the wildest corner of Cyprus at your own pace, with hotels and transfers arranged. A mix of hill villages, gorges and beaches, ending with a free day by the sea.

Best suited to

  • Independent walkers who prefer no group
  • Couples looking for an active break in the sun
  • Walkers who enjoy food and wine along the way
  • Spring and autumn travellers
Boats on turquoise water near Neo Chorio, Cyprus

Day-by-day itinerary

8 days from Droushia, Cyprus to Polis Chrysochous, Cyprus

  1. Day 1 · Droushia Arrive in Droushia

    Arrive in the hill village of Droushia, your base for four nights.

    Hotel
    Droushia Heights Hotel
  2. Day 2 · Kritou Terra, Kato Arodes, Kremiotis Waterfall Kremiotis Waterfall

    A circular walk through stone villages, orchards and vineyards to the Kremiotis waterfall and the medieval chapel of Agia Paraskevi.

    Hotel
    Droushia Heights Hotel
    Meals
    Breakfast
  3. Day 3 · Laona Plateau The Laona Plateau

    Another circular walk across the Laona plateau, with the chance to visit a local winery.

    Hotel
    Droushia Heights Hotel
    Meals
    Breakfast
  4. Day 4 · Avakas Gorge, Lara, Agios Georgios tis Pegeias Avakas Gorge and Lara

    Descend through the Avakas Gorge to the beaches of Lara and Toxeftra, ending at Agios Georgios, with a transfer back.

    Hotel
    Droushia Heights Hotel
    Meals
    Breakfast
  5. Day 5 · Cape Arnaoutis, Baths of Aphrodite The Aphrodite Trail

    Walk the Smigies, Adonis and Aphrodite trails with views over Chrysochous Bay, ending on the coast.

    Hotel
    Aphrodite Beach Hotel
    Meals
    Breakfast
  6. Day 6 · Fontana Amoroza, Blue Lagoon Akamas north coast

    A circular walk along the Adonis Trail past the north coast's coves and beaches.

    Hotel
    Aphrodite Beach Hotel
    Meals
    Breakfast
  7. Day 7 · Blue Lagoon Free day

    Relax by the beach, or walk back to the Blue Lagoon for a swim.

    Hotel
    Aphrodite Beach Hotel
    Meals
    Breakfast
  8. Day 8 · Polis Holiday ends

    The holiday ends after breakfast.

    Meals
    Breakfast
A gorge running to the coast in the Paphos district, Cyprus

Where you stay

  • Droushia (4 nights) Droushia Heights Hotel
  • Polis (3 nights) Aphrodite Beach Hotel

Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.

What's included

Included

  • Accommodation 7 nights in three-star hotels
  • Meals 7 breakfasts
  • Detailed route notes and GPX files for navigation
  • Transfers to and from trailheads on Days 4 and 5

Not included

  • Flights to Paphos and airport transfers
  • Meals not included 6 lunches and 7 dinners
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Entrance fees and winery visits
  • Travel insurance and personal spending
Sea caves and clear water on the coast of Cyprus

This trip might not be for you if…

Honest disclaimer — please read

  • You want a tour leader or group — this is self-guided
  • You want gentle strolls — some routes are long and rocky
  • You want dinners included — breakfasts only
  • You want to visit Nicosia or the north — this holiday stays in the west

Good to know

Meals by day Breakfast: Days 2–8 · Lunch: none included · Dinner: none included
FCDO advice UK FCDO travel advice for Cyprus
A shipwreck off the coast of Paphos, Cyprus

Departures & prices

From £789 per person, twin share, tour only. 276 upcoming departures. Single travellers from £939 (single supplement from £150).

Frequently asked questions

How do I book this tour?

Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.

What financial protection do I get?

Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.

What does self-guided mean?

There is no tour leader or group. You walk independently using detailed route notes and GPX files, with transfers to trailheads on two days.

How hard are the walks?

Graded medium, typically four to six hours a day on rocky paths and tracks, with some ascents and descents.

When is the best time to go?

Spring and autumn. Spring brings wild flowers, autumn warm seas for swimming. Summer is very hot.

What meals are included?

Breakfast every day. Both hotels have restaurants, and there are tavernas within walking distance.

How do I get there?

Fly to Paphos, around 45 minutes by road from Droushia. A specialist can arrange flights and transfers.

Is this the same as walking in Northern Cyprus?

No. The Akamas is in the far west of the Republic of Cyprus, a separate area from Northern Cyprus.

Can you tailor the trip?

Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.

What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?

If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.

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Tailor-made option

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