Things to do in Cyprus - page 2

Hiking

Hiking is a very popular past time in Cyprus, particularly in the spring when the temperature is cooler and the landscape still green. The Cyprus Tourist Organisation provide free booklets containing details and itineraries of a variety of walks around the island. The two most popular routes are the Akamas peninsular and the Troodos mountains.

Horse Riding

There are numerous horse riding stables across the length and breadth of the island. Most offer a range of treks for all levels, from beginners to advanced riders.

The average cost will be approximately 50 Euro per hour.

Skiing

In Cyprus snow skiing can be enjoyed from January to the end of March most years. There are two ski lifts on the north face of Mount Olympus, high up in the Troodos mountains, one 350 metres long and the other 500 metres. There are a further two ski lifts on the south face both at 150 metres long.

For full details visit the web site www.cyprusski.com for all up to date ski conditions and ski hire, which is sometimes of limited availability.

Mountain Biking

Cyprus is a natural mountain-biking place. The terrain offers plenty of opportunities on different tracks. Due to the excellent weather conditions mountain biking can be enjoyed almost throughout the year.

There are a variety of different road surfaces from rocky to clay and steep to flat, and a variety of landscapes combining attractive beaches, modern cities, vineyards and old tranquil villages.

Cycling

Bicycle hire is available in a number of locations around Cyprus. For full details please contant:

The Cyprus Cycling Federation:
P.O.Box 24572, CY 1301 Lefkosia
Tel: 357 22 66 33 44 / Fax: 357 22 66 11 50
Email: ccf@cytanet.com.cy

Golf

There are currently three golf courses on the island with a number of others set for development and completion very soon, including one just 10 minutes drive from Amy's Place.

1. Tsada Golf Club
The club is situated near Tsada village 20 minutes drive, north of Pafos town in the grounds of a 12th century monastery. It is an 18 hole course created by Donald Steel, it plays to a par 72 all green and measures 6060 m.
Handicap requirements: Men 28 Ladies 36
Equipment hire available

Tel: +357 26 64 2774 / Fax: +357 26 64 2776
Email: golfers2@cylanet.com.cy

2. The Secret Valley Golf Club
It is located 18 km east of Pafos and 49 km from Lemesos, near "Petra tou Romiou". The legendary birthplace of Aphrodite. It is an 18 hole course, plays to a Par 71 and measures 5.904 m.
Handicap requirements: Men 28 Ladies 36
Equipment hire available.

Tel: +357 26 27 4000 / Fax: +357 26 27 4001
Email: secretvalley@spidernet.com.cy
Web: www.cyprusgolf.com

3. Aphrodite Hills
A 18-hole international standard golf course - plays to a par 71/70 and measures 6,269 m - and club house located near the birthplace of Aphrodite has been operating since October 2002.
Handicap requirements: Men 28 Ladies 36.
Equipment hire available.

This course also has a 3 hole golf academy with 2 par 4 holes and a par 5.
Anyone can play but all courses are soft spiked and full golf attire must be worn.

For more information please contact:
P.O Box 50203, CY 3602 Lemesos
Tel: +357 26 81 87 00 / Fax: +357 26 81 87 01
Email: reservations@aphroditehillsgolf.com.cy
Website: www.aphroditehills.com/golf