Private Avakas Gorge Tour – Nature, Myth & Aphrodite’s Rock

Cyprus is a land where legends echo through the landscape — and nowhere is that felt more deeply than between the towering walls of Avakas Gorge and the windswept coast of Aphrodite’s Rock.

On this Private Avakas Gorge Tour – Nature, Myth & Aphrodite’s Rock, you’ll explore one of the island’s most spectacular natural wonders before standing where myth and sea meet in timeless beauty.

This is a journey into Cyprus’ wild heart: narrow canyons shaped by water and time, open horizons touched by legend.

Whether you love hiking, photography, or stories rooted in the earth itself, this private experience combines the best of nature and myth, crafted at your pace and in your rhythm.

Private Avakas Gorge Tour – Nature, Myth & Aphrodite’s Rock

Your Private Avakas Gorge Tour – Nature, Myth & Aphrodite’s Rock begins with a scenic drive into the Akamas Peninsula, one of the last untouched wilderness areas in Cyprus. The Avakas Gorge is its crown jewel — a deep, narrow limestone canyon carved over thousands of years by the river that still runs through it.

We enter the gorge on foot for a light hike of about 3 kilometers. The path winds through lush vegetation, smooth boulders, and towering cliffs that rise dramatically on both sides. The deeper you go, the narrower and quieter it becomes — until you feel completely surrounded by nature’s raw artistry. Depending on the season, small streams may flow through the canyon, reflecting the light and adding to its magical atmosphere.
The hike is moderate and suitable for most fitness levels — sturdy shoes are recommended, and a towel or change of shoes is useful if you’d like to cool your feet in the fresh spring water near the gorge’s heart.

After exploring the gorge, we travel south along the scenic coast to the legendary Aphrodite’s Rock (Petra tou Romiou) — the mythological birthplace of the goddess of love and beauty. According to legend, Aphrodite rose from the sea foam right here, bringing love to the world. The landscape itself feels divine: turquoise water, sculpted rocks, and waves that crash against the shore in timeless rhythm.

Take time to walk along the pebble beach, breathe in the sea air, and, if you wish, join the island tradition — swimming around the rock three times for good fortune in love. Whether you believe the myth or not, the energy of this place is undeniable.

This private guided tour combines adventure and serenity, myth and reality. You set the pace — explore, photograph, rest, or simply take in the view. Guided in English or German, it’s a journey for nature lovers, storytellers, and dreamers alike.

Discover the contrasts that make Cyprus unforgettable — the wild canyons on the Private Avakas Gorge Tour – Nature, Myth & Aphrodite’s Rock, brought together in one perfect day.

Have a look to our tour gallery for more pictures.

Please note

• During your tour you are invited for bottled water
• Please bring comfortable shoes with you
• We will pick you up at your hotel about 9:00.
• All in all, the tour lasts between 6 and 6.5 hours, it depends on where you´re staying
• This event is only for you and your family, partner or friends that you book in.

Our special service for you:

We will be happy to pick you up from your hotel free of charge if you are staying in the Agia Napa – Protaras – Paralimni region, or in Larnaca Destrict
(e.g. Oroklini – Pyla – Livadia – Larnaca City). Pick up is also possible for more distant routes, but we will then charge a small surcharge.

We are happy to accept your booking by email. Or book now using our online booking form. We will take care of the rest and look forward to seeing you.

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