Go on a wine tour of the Pafos district and visit the many regional wineries in picturesque hillside villages. Here you can taste the produce from a tradition that goes back 4000 years. Cyprus sweet wines were famous in antiquity with writers, preists, explorers, soldiers and rulers all praising what were known as Cyprus "sweeties". One such dark, sweet, treacly wine, Commandaria, is acknowledged to be the oldest named wine in the world and probably the first ever to be given an 'Appellation of Origin'. Everywhere you go you can find local tavernas serving typical Cypriot specialities.

Pafos is one of the most inspiring places for appreciating nature. The variety of plants, animal life and the beautiful unspoilt scenery make it a delight. If you are a nature lover, or into photography or painting, the Akamas peninsula will enchant you. With is rugged coastline, alternating between rocky shores, promontories and sandy bays, it is an area of breathtaking beauty exuding an aura of ancient peacefulness. While inland there are picturesque little villages nestling in the hills. For birdwatchers with a 'world list' of birds to see, Cyprus is a must visit to spot the endemic Cyprus warbler and wheatear. The island is on the migration path between Europe, Asia and Africa. In the spring you might see flocks of storks and demoiselle cranes riding thermals over the sea, hoopoes, larks and wagtails flying in, and various bee-eaters and swallows low overhead, while in the autmn huge numbers of raptors sail by. Rare endemic plants, such as the Cyprus orchid, tulip and crocus, grow here and in the spring wild anemones can been seen, making it a botanist's paradise. The sandy beaches of the Akamas are important breeding grounds for the green and loggerhead turtles, whose numbers have greatly been increased.

The region of Pafos is a great place for hiking or cycling both both for the sport and as a mean to explore the region. Set your own pace. Walk or pedal through vineyards and unspoiled mountain villages. Discover hidden medieval churches. Challenge your self to take on a steep mountain incline. Or take it easy marvelling at breath taking views. Strong headwinds are rare and rainfall is comparatively low. Cyprus roads, ranging from flat asphalted country roads to steep mountain trails along peaceful, unfrequented and scenic routes, are perfect for these activities, while distances are short.