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Itineraries
Day 1
Arrival and Transfer at the hotel/agrotouristic establishment
If time permits a short tour around the area and optional visit at the Environmental Center of Troodos.
Day 2
Artemis trail (7 km, 3 hours)
The trail is named after the Goddess Artemis, daughter of Zeus and Leto and twin sister of the God Apollo. The route circles around Mount Olympus (Chionistra) at an average altitude of 1,850m. Along the trail you will have a chance to explore the forest, including some ancient black pines (pinus nigra) that are more than 500 years old; rich and rare flora (with species such as catmint, germander, alyssum, Troodos sage and juniper); and the rocks of the area (such as dunite, harzburgite, pyroxenite). Moreover, you will enjoy a beautiful view in the direction of the villages of the Limassol, Pafos and Nicosia districts. The whole trail is inside the Troodos National Forest Park.
Day 3
Atalanti trail (14 km, 6 hours)
The trail is named after the mythological Atalanta, a proud huntress and runner, protector of the Goddess Artemis. The route circles around Mount Olympus (Chionistra) at a lower altitude than the Artemis Trail and passes through dense areas of black pine (pinus nigra) and Troodos juniper. One of them is a huge 800-year-old juniper tree. On the trail you will find information signs about the plants, shrubs and treesof the mountain range and characteristic rocks of the Troodos ophiolite complex.
Day 4
Kalidonia and Pouziaris trails (15 km, 6 hours)
The trail passes through a dense forest and then runs alongside the Cold River (Krios Potamos), which has running water all year round. It then passes by the Kalidonia Waterfall and finishes at the location Psilodentro in Pano Platres village. On the same spot is the starting point of the next trail which will lead you up at Troodos central square. Along the trail you will experience panoramic views.
Day 5
Mnimata twn piskopwn and Kanoures trails (18 km, 7 hours)
The trail passes through thickets of black pine and follows a route by the cliff’s edge, with views toward Chromium River, Solea Valley, Morfou Bay and the tip of Chionistra. The rich vegetation at the beginning of the trail, comprised of black pine and juniper, gradually gives way to Calabrian pine at lower altitudes (below 1,400 metres). The route ends up on the Platania - Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis forest road. Then a different trail will take you back at the central square.
Day 6
Departure
If time permits, a visit of a village on our way to the airport.
- Entry visa if required
- Travel Insurance
- Dinners (if not listed)
- Drinks during offered meals
- Tips for the drivers and/or guides
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