Cyprus · Nature Walks

1-Day Nature Walk in Nicosia with Sourp Magar and Forest Flora

1 Day Round trip from 7GPC+XR9 Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Armenian Monastery of Sourp Magar
02 Walk through pine-cypress forest and Mediterranean woodland
03 See endemic plants and spring orchids along the trail
04 Explore the ruined chapel of Viran Kilise

Discover the natural beauty around Sourp Magar on this nature walk through Pentodactylos, Alevkayası. Stroll through pine-cypress woodland and Mediterranean forest, admire Byzantine pavements, visit the Herbarium, and see the ruined chapel of Viran Kilise. The route also includes the natural water spring of Adalya Pınarı and, in spring, a chance to explore endemic plants and orchids.

Stroll through pine-cypress woodland and Mediterranean forest, admire Byzantine pavements, visit the Herbarium, and see the ruined chapel of Viran Kilise.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Nicosia

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Sourp Magar Hike and Forest Flora Walk

Visit the Armenian Monastery (Sourp Magar).
Stroll through the pine-cypress forest and Mediterranean forest trees.
Discover the beauty of the Byzantine pavements.
Visit the Herbarium.
Be amazed by the ruined chapel (Viran Kilise).
Enjoy the natural water spring (Adalya Pınarı).
Explore the endemic plants and the orchids in spring.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from 7GPC+XR9 1 city · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Pack lunch
English-speaking Armenian guide

What's Not Included

Water

Know before you go

Location: Pentodactylos, Alevkayası
Duration: 3-4 hours
Distance: 8 km
Difficulty: Moderate

Every Wednesday, the Armenian Monastery (Sourp Magar) walk is organized in Alevkayası, located near Five Finger Mountain. It is an 8-kilometer walking tour lasting 3-4 hours, with a moderate walk and narrow trails through the forest along the slopes. We will have a lunch break in the picnic area and then continue with a visit to the Herbarium Museum.

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