Troodos Mountains.
Bookings / month
188
Avg rating
★ 4.6
Verified agents
13
Currency
€ EUR · 1=₪3.39
Time zone
+0 (זהה לתל אביב)
Language
יוונית (אנגלית מדוברת רחבות)
Plug
G · 230V
Visa
ללא ויזה לבעלי דרכון ישראלי — כניסה חופשית כמדינת האיחוד האירופי
Safety
בטוח מאוד — אחד היעדים הבטוחים ביותר בים התיכון
Overview
🇨🇾Troodos Mountains
🇨🇾Cyprus
Deep in the heart of Cyprus lies a world apart — Byzantine villages adorned with centuries-old frescoed churches, pine forests that fill the crisp mountain air with resin, and hiking trails leading to the Millomeri waterfalls and serene hidden valleys. Here, far from any shoreline, Cyprus reveals an authentic, unhurried side that most visitors never find. A glass of local zivania by the fireplace in a Platres guesthouse, and you'll know you've arrived somewhere truly special.
Vacation packages
Vacation packages to Troodos Mountains
Flight + hotel in one package
Jubilee Hotel Troodos
כיכר טרודוס, לב ההרים, Troodos Mountains
06.07 – 09.07 · 4 nights
avg / person from
$1,725
total $3,450
Makris Country Inn
כפר קקופטריה, עמק הנדרי, Troodos Mountains
06.07 – 09.07 · 4 nights
avg / person from
$2,115
total $4,230
Forest Park Hotel
פלאטרס, יער האורנים, Troodos Mountains
06.07 – 09.07 · 4 nights
avg / person from
$2,830
total $5,660
Sleep
Curated hotels in Troodos Mountains
Jubilee Hotel Troodos
from
$780
per night
כיכר טרודוס, לב ההרים
Makris Country Inn
from
$950
per night
כפר קקופטריה, עמק הנדרי
Forest Park Hotel
from
$1,340
per night
פלאטרס, יער האורנים
Casale Panayiotis
from
$1,760
per night
כפר קלופאנוס, צפון טרודוס
Flights from Tel Aviv
Flights from Tel Aviv in Troodos Mountains
21:55
Tel Aviv (TLV)
01:25
Troodos Mountains (TRO)
05:20
Troodos Mountains (TRO)
08:50
Tel Aviv (TLV)
Per person from
$165
Total $330
08:50
Tel Aviv (TLV)
12:32
Troodos Mountains (TRO)
17:00
Troodos Mountains (TRO)
20:42
Tel Aviv (TLV)
Per person from
$215
Total $430
06:15
Tel Aviv (TLV)
13:27
Troodos Mountains (TRO)
11:40
Troodos Mountains (TRO)
18:52
Tel Aviv (TLV)
Per person from
$150
Total $300
13:10
Tel Aviv (TLV)
16:46
Troodos Mountains (TRO)
19:30
Troodos Mountains (TRO)
23:06
Tel Aviv (TLV)
Per person from
$255
Total $510
Year-round weather
Year-round weather in Troodos Mountains
Temperature averages
Real climate dataינו
7°
0°
Cool
פבר
5°
-3°
Cool
מרץ
11°
1°
Cool
אפר
14°
4°
Cool
מאי
18°
8°
Recommended
יונ
25°
14°
Excellent
יול
28°
16°
Excellent
אוג
27°
16°
Excellent
ספט
23°
12°
Excellent
אוק
18°
8°
Recommended
נוב
13°
5°
Cool
דצמ
8°
1°
Cool
Best time to visit: יונ · יול · אוג · ספט
Based on a 3-year average · measured in Platres · Open-Meteo
This week in Platres
Measured in Platres, Troodos Mountains
20°
Cloudy
Next 7 days
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What to do
What to do in Troodos Mountains
Activities loved by thousands before you
Mount Olympus Summit Trail
$300
Troodos Painted Byzantine Churches – UNESCO Site
$85
Wine Tour of Local Commandaria Vineyards
$320
Caledonia Waterfall Trail Hike
$300
4x4 Jeep Tour Through Hidden Mountain Villages
$580
Skiing & Snowboarding at Sun Valley Ski Resort
$490
Where to eat
Where to eat in Troodos Mountains
Restaurants Maya loves
To Anoi tou Olympou
$$טרודוס סקוור, מרכז הכפר
A homely village taverna serving traditional kleftiko – slow-baked lamb in a clay oven – paired with house Commandaria wine. Rustic atmosphere, warm service, and surprisingly wallet-friendly prices.
Platres Garden Restaurant
$$$פלאטרס, רחוב הראשי
A romantic garden restaurant nestled in the pine forest. The seasonal menu leans on local produce: sheep's milk cheeses from nearby villages, fresh wild mushrooms, and game meats. Ideal for a couples' evening.
Kakopetria Stone Table
$$קקופטריה, רובע האבן העתיק
A beloved institution inside a centuries-old stone building. Offers classic Cypriot meze — dips, halloumi, olives — and charcoal-grilled souvlaki skewers. Perfect for a relaxed post-hike lunch.
Nightlife
Nightlife in Troodos Mountains
Best clubs, bars and events
Kalos Wine Bar
The Fireplace Lounge – Forest Park Hotel
Olympus Craft Beer Tap
Platres Village Square Sessions
Verified suppliers
Verified suppliers in Troodos Mountains
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Learn moreInsurance
Travel insurance for Troodos Mountains 🇨🇾
Full coverage with Hebrew support
Basic
$94
- Medical $250,000
- Cancellation $400
- Luggage $800
Extended
$180
- Medical $500,000
- Cancellation $1,200
- Luggage $1,800
- Light sports
Premium
$320
- Unlimited medical
- Cancellation $5,000
- Adventure sports
- 24/7 doctor
Currency & rates
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You get
338.9
1 EUR
₪3.39
100 EUR
₪338.9
1,000 EUR
₪3,389
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Visa & documents
Visa & documents for Troodos Mountains 🇨🇾
What you need before you fly
- ללא ויזה לבעלי דרכון ישראלי — כניסה חופשית כמדינת האיחוד האירופי
- Passport valid 6 months
- Travel insurance recommended
Local tips
Good to know about Troodos Mountains
- 🌲Arrive at Kakopetria village before 9:00 to walk the old cobblestone street entirely alone. By 11:00 the tour buses from Limassol start rolling in.
- ❄️In January–February, Chionistra peak gets real snow. Rent an ATV or 4x4 in Platres in advance — rentals fill weeks ahead and run about ₪180/day.
- ⛪The UNESCO fresco churches (like Panagia Forviotissa in Nikitari) keep irregular hours — call ahead to the local church warden or go through an agent. The door is usually locked, but the caretaker lives right next door.
- 🍷Buy Commandaria wine directly from a family cellar in Zoopyi village — not from the souvenir shops in Platres. Tasting is free and a bottle costs around ₪35, with quality three times better than supermarket versions.
מאיה רוזן
Senior agent · Greece for 12 years
"The Troodos is Cyprus before the tourist port — the real country. Anyone willing to drive twenty minutes past the first village they know will find themselves in a 900-year-old church with frescoes that make people cry, and in a restaurant with no sign, only a smell."
Loves
I'm obsessed with 'Stelios' Taverna' in the small village of Agros — you won't find it on Google Maps. Stelios makes calamari stuffed with halloumi and herbs from his own garden, about ₪90 per person including wine. I only send travelers there who I trust to be respectful guests.
Skip
Avoid the 'View Restaurant' at the entrance to Platres — burgers cost ₪95, the view is a parking lot, and the staff ask if you 'want an Insta spot' before asking what you'd like to eat. That's not the Troodos, that's a theme park.
Boutique pick
I design a two-day experience called 'The Commandaria Trail': a night in a restored stone house in Platres (around ₪650/night for two), one morning with a sunrise walk on Chionistra peak, a guided visit to a family wine producer in Zoopyi with a tasting lunch, an afternoon in Forviotissa church with a private guide who opens the locked door, and dinner in Stelios' courtyard. All-inclusive — ₪1,400 per couple.
Client stories
What returning travelers say about Troodos Mountains
"We arrived in Platres without great expectations — we thought it would be 'just another Cypriot village.' After Maya sent us to Forviotissa church with a private guide, we sat on the stones outside for a full hour in complete silence. There was no one else there. It was our travel experience of the year, and cost less than a weekend villa between Tel Aviv and Jaffa."
Noa and Daniel Cohen, Tel Aviv
3 nights in Platres and Agros, September
"I hiked the Atalanta Trail solo — 14 kilometers in the morning. Didn't meet a soul. The vegetation there — old cedars and chestnut trees — looks like a film set. At noon I reached a taverna in Kakopetria and ordered grilled sea bream with local Commandaria. The bill: €14. VAYULOR gave me a trail map with precise water point markings — that alone was worth it."
Amir Levi, Haifa
4 nights solo, October
"We traveled with three kids aged 6, 10, and 13. We worried the mountains would bore them — we were completely wrong. The Agros Rose Farm (rose water production) enchanted the kids more than any water park. They made their own rose soap there, took it home and are still talking about it. Maya also added a picnic stop with a crate of fruit and local wine — a small detail that turned a trip into THE trip."
Michal and Ronen Shapira, Ra'anana
4 family nights, May
FAQ
Common questions about Troodos Mountains
Do Israelis need a visa for Cyprus (the Greek side)?
No. Cyprus is an EU member but Israelis enjoy visa-free entry for up to 90 days per quarter. A passport valid for 6 months ahead is enough. Travel insurance isn't legally required but is strongly recommended — Cyprus's national health system (GESY) does not cover tourists.
What is the best time to visit the Troodos Mountains?
It depends on what you want. Snow and winter atmosphere — January–February. Rose blooms and green spring — April–May, with pleasant temperatures of 16–22°C. Summer (June–August) offers a true escape from the coast heat: 24–27°C at the summit versus 38°C at the beach. October is excellent for trail hikes with autumn foliage. Avoid August weekends — the narrow mountain roads get very congested.
How many days should we dedicate to the Troodos?
Two full nights minimum — anything less is a wasted journey. Three nights let you: base yourself in Platres, spend a full day on UNESCO churches and hidden villages (Kakopetria, Agros), and a second day on the Atalanta Trail (14 km) or a wine tour in Koilani. Four nights also open the northern Marathasa Valley villages. Do not try to combine with a beach day — driving distances in the mountains are deceptive.
What is a realistic daily budget for an Israeli couple in the Troodos?
Stone guesthouse B&B: ₪500–750/night. Village taverna lunch: ₪120–160 for two. Dinner with wine: ₪180–250 for two. Church and site entry fees: ₪30–50/day. Fuel (rental car from Larnaca): around ₪60/day for mountain driving. Total: ₪900–1,300/day per couple at a comfortable level, ₪650–800 on a calculated budget (simpler accommodation, eating in less touristy villages).
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