Limassol MarinaStory N° 269
Limassol to Cape Greco Coastal Drive
An open-road run along the southern shore of Cyprus, from Limassol's marina to wild Cape Greco
The itinerary.
4 days · 12 stops
Thursday
Day One
Pick up the car in Limassol and open the trip with the marina and ancient Kourion above the sea.
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Limassol Marina
A stylish waterfront of yachts, restaurants and the old castle, the ideal launch point for a coastal drive.
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Kourion Archaeological Site
A spectacular Greco-Roman city on a clifftop with a restored amphitheatre overlooking the sea and the House of Eustolios mosaics.
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Kolossi Castle
A 13th-century Crusader stronghold of the Knights Hospitaller, once the centre of Commandaria wine production.
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Hotel
Amara Hotel Limassol booking.com · AI hotel ratings: hotelist.com
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Getting around
- Arriving via Larnaca Airport, picking up a rental car and driving 50 minutes west to Limassol
Friday
Day Two
Drive west to the birthplace of Aphrodite, then track the dramatic Paphos coast.
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Aphrodite's Rock (Petra tou Romiou)
The sea-stack where legend says the goddess Aphrodite rose from the foam, set on a wild, pebbled stretch of coast.
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Paphos Archaeological Park
A UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its intricate Roman floor mosaics at the Houses of Dionysos and Theseus.
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Paphos Harbour & Castle
A medieval fort guarding a lively harbour ringed with fish tavernas, a fine stop on the open road.
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Hotel
Amara Hotel Limassol booking.com · AI hotel ratings: hotelist.com
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Getting around
- Driving the coastal road from Limassol to Paphos and back, about an hour each way
Saturday
Day Three
Track east along the bay to Larnaca's seafront and the flamingo-dotted salt lake.
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Finikoudes Promenade
Larnaca's palm-lined seafront boulevard, perfect for a slow stroll and a coffee with the marina in view.
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Larnaca Salt Lake & Hala Sultan Tekke
A glittering salt lake that draws flamingos in winter, beside an important Ottoman mosque set among palms.
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Church of Saint Lazarus
A striking 9th-century stone church believed to hold the tomb of Lazarus, a landmark of old Larnaca.
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Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel Larnaca booking.com · AI hotel ratings: hotelist.com
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Getting around
- Driving 70 minutes east along the coast from Limassol to Larnaca
Sunday
Day Four
Finish at the wild headland of Cape Greco, the open road's dramatic endpoint.
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Cape Greco National Forest Park
A rugged national park headland of cliffs, sea caves and walking trails where the coastline meets open Mediterranean horizon.
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Blue Lagoon (Cape Greco)
A vivid turquoise cove below the cape, a final swim spot reachable by trail or boat.
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Konnos Beach
A sheltered sandy bay near the cape, a relaxed last stop before the drive to the airport.
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Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel Larnaca booking.com · AI hotel ratings: hotelist.com
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Getting around
- Driving from Larnaca to Cape Greco, then 50 minutes back to Larnaca Airport to drop the car
Location.
Frequently asked
How many days do you need for Limassol to Cape Greco Coastal Drive?
4 days. The itinerary runs from Thursday to Sunday and covers 12 curated stops across 4 days.
How much does Limassol to Cape Greco Coastal Drive cost?
Premium — €300–600 per day per person, premium lodging included.
Where do you stay during Limassol to Cape Greco Coastal Drive?
Amara Hotel Limassol is the recommended base for the trip; the full hotel list per day is in the itinerary section.
What's included in the Limassol to Cape Greco Coastal Drive itinerary?
Day-by-day stops at 12 restaurants, museums, viewpoints and landmarks; transportation hints between each leg; and a hotel base in Limassol Marina.
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