Meeting at El. Venizelos and flight to Larnaca. Arrival after a comfortable flight and after collecting the luggage departure for the capital Nicosia. Visit to the Tomb of Makedonitissa, where he crashes the plane with the Greek soldiers during the Turkish invasion of 1974. We continue to his Struggle Museum 1955 and the Archbishopric where we will worship at the Cathedral of Saint John the Theologian, which was built on the site of the chapel of Saint John the Evangelist, of the Benedictine Monastery, in the 14th century. Unlike the simple exterior, due to the Ottoman rule, the gilded wood paneling and bright interior, decorated with crystal chandeliers, impresses the visitor. Then we will depart for I. Monastery of Machiras, the historic monastery associated with the miraculous icon of Panagia Mahairiotissa, the holy icon of the Monastery, which upon delivery, was painted by the Apostle Luke. Despite occasional trials, the Holy Monastery of Panagia of Machiras continues its skyward journey through the centuries and completes eight centuries of life and contribution on the martyr island of Cyprus, in all his historical adventures and various needs. Then we will visit the Hideout of Grigoris Auxentios of the Cross Eagle of Machiras. Arrival in Limassol, the second largest city in Cyprus and southernmost in Europe with its skyscrapers and other magnificent architecture, the old town and the historic center starting from the streets next to the Old Port. There is the Castle of Limassol, which is a trademark of the city, which houses the Medieval Museum of Cyprus and hosts exhibits from all over Cyprus. The impressive New Port. with state-of-the-art facilities that is a landmark not only of Limassol, but also of all of Cyprus. The parks and the square, with the fountain illuminated at night, complement the seaside scenery. Accommodation in our hotel rooms, Accommodation at the hotel.

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Breakfast, Dinner

After our morning departure for Mount Troodos where during our route and through a landscape that impresses with the changes of the natural landscape and the panoramic view towards the sea, we will visit the picturesque mountain resort of the Troodos mountain range with its inexhaustible nature and unique architecture, which inspired our great Nobel laureate poet, George Seferis, Platres. The village is surrounded by dense forest and the architecture of the mansions, each different in size, style and color, impress the visitor. Then arrival at the square of Troodos for a little rest in the amazing landscape made up of the tall firs of the Mountain. Then we will depart for the Holy Monastery of Panagia Eleousa of Trikoukiotissa, which is placed on Mount Troodos, in an amazing natural environment with an excellent view. It is considered one of the oldest monasteries in Cyprus, the fame of which as well as the miraculous icon of Trikoukiotissa, attributed to the Apostle Luke began to be limited to the Ottoman Empire, when the fame of Panagia Kykkos grew. Arrival at the Holy Monastery of Panagia Kykkos, one of the three largest Monasteries and one of the most important spiritual centers of Cyprus. It developed a rich national activity and presented a great social contribution and always played a leading role in the historical events of the place. The brotherhood of the Monastery, which dates 900 years of continuous life has a very remarkable museum with ecclesiastical utensils, vestments, pictures, religious artifacts as well as a great library with many manuscripts. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the Monastery has one of the icons attributed to the Apostle and Evangelist Luke and presents the Virgin Mary. Last pilgrimage of the day I. Monastery of the Holy Cross in the village of Omodos, the majestic monastery, the pride of the village, where we will worship the Great Treasure of Orthodoxy, the Righteous Cannabus, the rope that tied Christ and donated to Omodos by Saint Helen. Return to our hotel, Accommodation at the hotel.

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Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, departure for a full-day excursion to Paphos. Visit to the Holy Monastery of Agios Neophytos of Englistos founded by the Saint in the 12th century in a secluded location at the top of the picturesque valley, carving himself a cave in the mountain, which is called "Eglistra" and which is covered with some of the finest examples of Byzantine frescoes. The Monastery has a remarkable ecclesiastical museum and some of the finest post-Byzantine icons dating from the 16th century. Tour of the monastery and pilgrimage to the Ecclesia and the relics of the Saint. Then we will visit the catacomb of Agia Solomoni, who embraced Christianity and who according to tradition, he took refuge in this cave to avoid the persecutions of the Romans, but her pursuers built the entrance, condemning her to a slow and cruel death. However, when the cave opened 200 years later, the saint came out alive. Above the catacombs is a sacred tree, whose branches are adorned with colorful pieces of clothing, which are placed by the faithful as according to tradition the tree has healing powers. We will visit the Column of the Apostle Paul, the cylindrical stone pillar, at the point where, according to tradition, the saint was scourged 39 times before converting the Roman Governor to Christianity. Transfer to the picturesque port of Pafos and free time for a walk, Then free time in the Old City of Jerusalem for pilgrimage and shopping (optional) and coffee. Return to our hotel, Accommodation at the hotel.

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Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast we will head east towards the dividing line of Deryneia from where we will see the occupied Famagusta. In Deryneia we will experience the death of Tasos Isaac and Solomon who sacrificed themselves 1996. Then we will visit Paralimni, the largest village in the province of Famagusta with a part of it still inside the dead zone and located at the south-eastern tip of Cyprus. Hundreds of windmills, trendy shops, traditional cafes, churches and the now developed central square which houses new smaller squares inside, park, cafes and modern shops. Then we will visit Ayia Napa, the most famous tourist resort of Megalonis at the south eastern end of the island and we will worship I. Ayia Napa Monastery where according to local tradition, in the cave, which has become a church, the miraculous icon of the Most Holy Theotokos was found by a hunter which had probably been placed in the cave during the period of the iconoclasm and thus was saved. The monastery is a particularly overwhelming place and gathers crowds of believers who arrive to worship the miraculous icon of the Virgin. Then we will arrive in the city of Larnaca where we will visit the Holy Church of Saint Lazarus where the tomb and relics of Saint. Saint Lazarus came to Cyprus after the Resurrection of Jesus. He was ordained Bishop of Kiti by the Apostles Barnabas and Paul and lived in the city for 30 years. The magnificent stone Church of Saint Lazarus is one of the most remarkable examples of Byzantine architecture in Cyprus. The Church is located directly above the tomb of the Saint. Departure for the airport where, full of memories, we will depart for Athens.

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Breakfast, Dinner