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Paphos to Larnaca via Troodos & Nicosia: Route Guide

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Aphrodite Rock Cyprus — Paphos to Larnaca
Photo: Diego Delso · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

A five-day Republic-of-Cyprus road journey from Paphos archaeology and Limassol’s old port into Troodos villages and painted-church country, then through Nicosia’s southern old city to Larnaca’s salt lake and St Lazarus quarter. Northern crossings, tastings, beaches and long hikes remain separate choices.

Paphos to Larnaca via Troodos & Nicosia is a 234 km one-way journey (self-drive). It works best as a 5-day trip; the plan below is the 5-day version for May, built from 186 verified places, with planned transit times, opening hours and daylight checked.

5
days
234km
distance
5
Stops
186
curated stops

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The route

Paphos→ 67 kmLimassol→ 36 kmPlatres & the Troodos→ 85 kmNicosia→ 46 kmLarnaca

What you'll see

Paphos Archaeological Park
Explore intricate mosaics from grand Roman villas like the House of Dionysos.
Paphos
Kourion
Admire a well-preserved Greco-Roman theatre and historic sites with sea views.
Limassol
Troodos confirmed-open village-and-painted-church circuit
Use confirmed open roads and worship access for a bounded Troodos village and painted-church circuit. Long hikes, wineries, ski facilities and closed forest roads remain optional or excluded.
Platres & the Troodos
Cyprus Museum (Κυπριακό Μουσείο)
Discover millennia of Cypriot archaeology in this comprehensive museum.
Nicosia
The Church of St. Lazarus
Visit an Orthodox church built around the tomb of the biblical Lazarus, brother of Mary.
Larnaca
Paphos Fort
Wander through a historic fort with a colorful past under many rulers.
Paphos
Amathus
Visit the ruins of an ancient royal city with rich history.
Limassol
Cyprus Police Museum
Discover the evolution of law enforcement in Cyprus through historic equipment and intriguing crime records.
Nicosia

Choose your length

5-day plan9 stops · 6.8 h transit1.8 stops/day · 1.4 h transit/daySee the full plan →

When to go

Best months: April, May, June

Orchids on the Akamas, painted-church frescoes in cool mountain air, and sea warm enough to swim before the interior starts to shimmer.

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