There are numerous beaches, jagged mountains, lush valleys and lots of sunshine for the visitor to enjoy on a visit to the popular holiday destination of Cyprus, and car hire gives you the opportunity to enjoy it all at your own pace. Cyprus is a destination made up of beaches, mountain peaks, vineyards and ancient ruins, and as well as it's lovely scenery and historic points of interest, Cyprus also offers lots of activities and events to keep all types of holidaymaker entertained. The information in this travel guide aims to give you a head start with your holiday preparation and help you make the most of your Cyprus holiday.

Cars are one of the best ways to explore the island. They should be reserved well in advance during the summer season.

Things to see and do

• Visit Aphrodite's rock – the rock is a few kilometers west of Pissouri Village. Legend has it that Aphrodite, goddess of love and beauty rose from the waves in this spot.
• Go skiing during the winter on Mount Olympus, the highest point of the Troodos Mountains. In the winter it is a small scale ski area with four lifts.
• Visit the Troodos Mountains – the biggest mountain range in Cyprus. This area stretches across most of the western side of Cyprus. There are many mountain resorts, Byzantine monasteries, churches on mountain peaks, and picturesque mountain villages nestling into the hill tops.
• Hike through the many unspoilt areas in Cyprus. There are good nature trails in the areas of Atalante, Kaledonia, and Persephone in the Troodos area, and Aphrodite and Adonis in the Akamas area with other good trails in the forests of Machairas and Limassol.
• Enjoy sun, sea and sand in the various beach resorts in Cyprus. South of Limassol on the Akrotiri Peninsula, is a long stretch of excellent sand and on the north coast of Paphos you will find Coral Bay which is a fast growing resort around a good beach. Polis on the north coast is now a bustling resort.
• Take a snorkeling or scuba diving trip around Cape Gkreko where the coastline becomes indented with rocky coves and small sandy beaches.

Festivals and events

• The month of August is a time for celebrations in Cyprus when many towns and villages hold a summer festival. There is usually a traditional mix of traditional music and dancing, food and drink specialties and arts and crafts.
• Cyprus Afarnia Grape Festival (October).
• Aphrodite Half Marathon (November).

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