Honey, Lefkara & traditional basket-weaving tour
Excursions & day trips

Honey, Lefkara & traditional basket-weaving tour

Free cancellation
Language: German, English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Taste locally-harvested honey in Odou
  • Stroll around the charming village of Lefkara, known for its embroidery
  • Savour the flavours of Cyprus with a traditional meal in Skarinou
  • Learn the art of basket-weaving with a local in Choirokoitia
  • Local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Cyprus and its secrets
What to expect

Dive into the heart of Cyprus and uncover its secret spots on this exclusive tour. You'll taste local honey in Odou, visit the famed village of Lefkara, and watch a demonstration on the age-old craft of basket weaving in Choirokoitia, all while enjoying a lunch featuring classic Cypriot cuisine.

Heading inland, your adventure begins in Odou village mid-morning, where you'll dive into the sweet world of honey. After a short lesson in the art of production and the chance to taste freshly-harvested 'liquid-gold', you'll continue to Lefkara, a village famed for its handmade lace and embroidery. Here, there'll be a short walking tour and some free time to explore under your own steam.

As lunchtime approaches you'll make your way to Skarinou, where you'll tuck into a traditional meal at a family-run restaurant – all prepared with locally-sourced ingredients. You'll round off in Choirokoitia, where you'll meet Petros – a local resident with a passion for basket weaving. Sit back with a typical Cypriot coffee and watch him demonstrate his skills, ending the tour with a memorable touch.

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What's included
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What to remember
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
  • English-speaking guide for all nationalities
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Provider
TUI CYPRUS LTD
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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