In Choirokitia, a stroll through the cobbled streets of the village will take you to an old traditional house restored to become a basketwork workshop and museum. Within these walls, discover the production of halloumi using ancestral methods. Watch a captivating demonstration and immerse yourself in the process of creating this delicious cheese. Enjoy freshly prepared halloumi, accompanied by homemade bread, olives, raw vegetables and anari. Enjoy a traditional Cypriot coffee to complete this authentic experience.
You will be welcomed in a bee and nature centre. Observe the bustle of transparent hives, discover the hectic life of bees, their precious products and their essential impact on the ecosystem during an interactive presentation. Treat yourself to a tasting of various honeys and bee pollens. During a creative workshop, discover the art of making natural candles with beeswax. Enjoy an iced herbal tea with honey, savouring the sweetness of this immersive experience.
You will continue this day full of Cypriot flavours and authenticity by visiting a beautiful family winery nestled in the hills of Kato Drys. You will discover the secrets of the wine production chain before exploring the wine cellar which contains carefully matured treasures. Tasting of a selection of 4 wines, as well as the famous Zivania, accompanied by soutzoukos, a traditional soft sweet made from grape juice. All this will be enjoyed in the warm atmosphere of the terrace, where the panoramic view stretches as far as the eye can see.
A great stop on the way will be a visit to an olive grove, where respect for nature and a passion for organic farming come together. The farm has over 7,000 olive trees and hundreds of perennial olive trees ranging in age from 300 to 1,000 years old. Stroll along the wooden walkway to admire the beautiful scenery. A tasting of olives and tapenades will conclude this wonderful experience.
Lunch during the excursion