{"id":16557,"date":"2026-01-12T09:10:54","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T08:10:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.associazione-culturale-europea.eu\/?post_type=mec-events&p=16557"},"modified":"2026-02-10T07:50:53","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T06:50:53","slug":"trip-cyprus_07-05-2026","status":"publish","type":"mec-events","link":"https:\/\/www.associazione-culturale-europea.eu\/index.php\/events\/trip-cyprus_07-05-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"7-14 May 2026 – Visit to CYPRUS"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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ESAURITO \/ SOLD OUT<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>

Discover
<\/strong>Aphrodite\u2019s birthplace<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>

CYPRUS<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>

History, heritage, and leisure<\/strong><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Associazione Culturale Europea APS<\/h3>

in collaboration with<\/h3>

the Cypriot Semester 2026, JRC Ispra<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Thursday 7.05. \u2013 Thursday 14.05.2026<\/span><\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Cyprus offers a unique blend of ancient history, vibrant culture, and stunning Mediterranean scenery. Visitors can explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, traditional villages, and beautiful coastlines while enjoying excellent Mediterranean food and sunshine most of the year.<\/h5>
Our trip includes a 5-day guided sightseeing round trip of Cyprus, followed by an optional 3-day leisure stay in Larnaca (European Capital of Culture 2030) for independent exploration of the island or relaxing on the island\u2019s beautiful beaches.<\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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PROGRAMME Highlights:<\/h5>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\u27a2 DISCOVER NICOSIA THE CAPITAL – the Divided City & History<\/span><\/strong><\/p>

Lefkosia (Nicosia), the only divided capital in Europe, lies in the heart of Cyprus and is a vibrant cultural hub. With history dating back to the Bronze Age, it became the island\u2019s capital in the Late Byzantine period. Its old town, encircled by 16th-century walls, preserves museums, churches, and medieval buildings with a charming, historic atmosphere. <\/strong>
Highlights: Guided city tour of Lefkosia (Nicosia) to explore the city\u2019s main sights such as the Venetian Walls, the Famagusta Gate, the Archbishop\u2019s Palace, the St. John\u2019s Cathedral with it\u2019s beautiful frescoes, the Cyprus Museum (with stunning archaeological treasures), the Leventis Municipal Museum, Laiki Geitonia (the old town quarter).\u00a0
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\u27a2 EXPLORE THE TROODOS MOUNTAINS \u2013 Byzantine Heritage & Traditional Villages <\/span><\/strong><\/p>

The Troodos Mountains are the scenic heart of Cyprus, with forests, traditional villages, and rich Byzantine heritage. They offer beautiful views and a perfect mix of culture and nature.<\/strong>
Highlights: Scenic drive through the Troodos Mountains, visit to the UNESCO-listed Byzantine church Asinou, visit to Kykkos Monastery, one of the wealthiest and most famous monasteries in Cyprus, home to important icons and relics. Stop at the traditional village of Omodos, discover the old “Linos” wine press with tasting of local wine.<\/strong><\/p>

\u27a2 GET FASCINATED BY PAPHOS \u2013 UNESCO World Cultural Heritage<\/span><\/strong><\/p>

Paphos (European Capital of Culture 2017) combines UNESCO-listed antiquities with a charming seaside atmosphere. Paphos\u2019s historical importance stems from its role as a major religious center for the cult of Aphrodite, the ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty, inspiring art and literature globally, and its rich layers of history from Neolithic times through the Roman and Byzantine eras, all visible in its extensive ruins and mosaics.<\/strong>
Highlights: Visit to the “Tombs of the Kings”, the Pillar of Saint Paul, the Church of Chryssopolitissa and the houses of Dionysus, Aion and Theseus with their fabulous mosaics. Free time for a stroll around the charming little port. Stop in Y\u00e9roskipou for a visit to the church of Paraskevi and a tasting of Loukoums, a sweet oriental speciality.
In the evening, we will enjoy a Night Out in a tavern with a lavish meze dinner, traditional music and folklore dance.
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\u27a2 ENJOY A SCENIC TOUR ALONG THE SOUTH COAST \u2013 Myth, Ancient Kingdom & Crusade Castle. \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>

On the way to Larnaca, you will be taken to the must-see rock of \u201cPetra Tou Romiou \u201c, the legendary birthplace of the Goddess Aphrodite. Following the road of the White Cliffs, you will find the ancient Kingdom City of Kourion. Its Roman\/Greek theater offers a unique and gorgeous panorama, the fine mosaics of \u00ab the House of Eustolios \u00bb and a bit further up the road, the Sanctuary of Apollon Hylates. <\/strong>After visiting Kolossi Castle, a 15th-century Crusader fortress, the tour ends at the hotel in Larnaca.<\/strong><\/p>

\u27a2<\/strong> RELAX IN A 3-DAYS LEISURE HOLIDAY at the 5-star Radisson Beach Hotel in Larnaca. <\/strong>
<\/strong>This is a great opportunity for independent exploration of the island or relaxing on the island\u2019s beautiful beaches. <\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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  • 5-days round trip + 3 days extension (7-14 May):
    \u20ac1150<\/span><\/strong> (per person with accommodation in a double room);
    Supplement for a single room \u20ac350<\/strong><\/span>;
    Supplement for half board at Radisson Hotel \u20ac20 <\/strong><\/span>per person and day.<\/li>
  • 5-days roundtrip + 1 day extension (7-12 May):<\/strong>
    As an alternative option to the 3 days extension, you can spend one night at the end of the tour in a 4-star hotel in Larnaca, before heading back to Milan the next day.
    \u20ac1070<\/span><\/strong> (per person with accommodation in a double room);
    Supplement for a single room \u20ac270<\/span><\/strong>;
    Supplement for half board for 1 day extension at the 4 * hotel: \u20ac20 <\/strong><\/span>per person.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    Included:<\/strong><\/h5>
    • Airport transfer from Larnaca to Hotel in Nicosia on day of arrival, only for those arriving on the recommended flight.<\/li>
    • 5-days round trip with accommodation at 4-star rated Hotels for 4 nights (2 nights in Nicosia and 2 nights in Paphos) in a double room, including half board.<\/li>
    • Visits and excursions, entrance fees to sites under the guidance of an English-speaking guide.<\/li>
    • Transportation in air-conditioned buses.<\/li>
    • 1 folkloric evening in a \u201ctavernas\u201d for a meze dinner in Paphos, \u00bc bottle of wine included per person.<\/li>
    • 3 days accommodation at the Raddison Beach Hotel in Larnaca in a double room with sea view including breakfast.<\/li>
    • Airport transfer from Raddison Beach Hotel Larnaca to Airport on day of departure, only for those departing on the recommended flight.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Not included:<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>
      • Flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Larnaca Airport and return. Please book your flights on your own. After your registration for the journey, you will receive recommended flight details.<\/li>
      • Drinks and lunches during the excursions are not included in the price.
        Supplement per lunch during the excursions: \u20ac25 per person including 1 glass of wine.<\/li>
      • Everything not explicitly included.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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        • Please express your interest no later than\u00a005\/02\/2026 <\/strong>by registering here<\/strong> and pay a non-refundable deposit of<\/strong> \u20ac300<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>
        • Please book your own flight<\/strong>! After your registration you will receive recommended flight details.<\/li>
        • Balance payment no later than 23\/03\/2026:
          5 days round trip + 3 days extension: \u20ac850<\/span><\/strong> + supplement single room \u20ac350<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0(if selected) or
          5 days round trip + 1 day extension : \u20ac770<\/span><\/strong> + supplement single room \u20ac270<\/span><\/strong> (if selected)<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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          • All guided tours and visits are in English.<\/li>\n \t
          • A maximum of 25 participants is admitted. If the number of participants is less than 10, the programme can be subject to variation.<\/li>\n\n \t
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            This is a journey among friends; you are travelling at your own risk and responsibility. ACE assumes no responsibility whatsoever. You must have your own travel insurance and repatriation insurance for this trip.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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            It is the responsibility of the participants to inform themselves about the current travel regulations of the country CYPRUS<\/strong> and to ensure that the travel documents (passport) are valid and suitable for entry (especially for non-EU residents), see info here: <\/em>https:\/\/www.visitcyprus.com\/useful-info\/entry-requirements\/.<\/p>

            You should be able to comfortably participate in up to six hours of physical activity per day. On most days this would include walking at a good pace and sometimes in uneven terrain and on cobblestone, climbing stairs and standing in galleries, palaces and museums.<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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