Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus – Nature and Culture Experience

The Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus is a varied and family-friendly experience that combines nature, culture and modern attractions in one carefully designed day tour. This Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus is ideal for visitors who want more than beaches and cities and are looking for memorable sights and experiences across the island.

During the drive to and from the main locations, the Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus follows small country roads where the scenery changes every few kilometers. Green fields and fruit plantations are replaced by bizarre hills and landscapes that seem almost alien in appearance. These striking formations are the result of former copper mining activity and make the journey itself an essential part of this sightseeing tour.

On the return route, the Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus offers the option to stop at a former mining site. Here, red and rust-colored lakes have formed in abandoned excavation areas, providing excellent photo opportunities and a fascinating insight into how nature gradually reclaims industrial landscapes.

From the start, the Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus focuses on the beauty of the journey itself. Quiet rural roads reveal how diverse Cyprus truly is. Fertile agricultural areas, orchards and open valleys alternate with rugged terrain shaped by historic mining.

These constant changes make the Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus especially appealing for travelers interested in landscapes, photography and discovering lesser-known regions of the island.

Optional Stop at a Former Mine

• If desired, the Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus includes an optional stop at an abandoned copper mine. Over time, groundwater has filled parts of the site, creating intense red lakes that stand in strong contrast to the surrounding terrain.
• This stop allows time to explore the area on foot, take photographs and observe how vegetation slowly returns. It reflects one of the central themes of the Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus: transformation and renewal.

The Cyprus Planetarium in Episkopio

The main highlight of the Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus is a visit to the Cyprus Planetarium in Episkopio. Inside the modern dome, visitors experience visually impressive presentations that explore the universe, planets and the history of space exploration in an immersive environment.

The Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus also allows time to enjoy interactive exhibitions, virtual reality applications and 360-degree space journeys. These elements are designed to be engaging and accessible for all ages, ensuring that this part of the tour remains entertaining for both adults and younger visitors.

Russian Orthodox Church in Episkopio

Close to the planetarium, the Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus continues with a visit to the Russian Orthodox Church of the Apostle Andrew and All Saints. Its onion-shaped domes and distinctive architectural style immediately stand out and differ greatly from traditional Cypriot churches.

Inside, richly decorated interiors and detailed iconography create a strong visual impression and add cultural depth to the Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus.

Armenian Orthodox Church

Directly next to the Russian Orthodox church, the Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus also includes a visit to an Armenian Orthodox church built entirely from wood. Its materials and construction make it unique on the island.

The warm atmosphere and simple design highlight the cultural diversity of Cyprus and form a quiet contrast to the more monumental buildings nearby.

St Nicholas Church

Another stop on the Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus is the St Nicholas Church. From the outside, its size and elegant proportions are impressive. When open, the interior reveals refined decorations and a calm, peaceful atmosphere.

This visit completes the cultural part of the Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus before the return journey.

The Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus combines scenic countryside drives, former mining landscapes, immersive space experiences and remarkable religious architecture into one balanced and memorable tour. It is designed for families, curious travelers and anyone looking to experience Cyprus from a different perspective.

• For more background information, visit our Infothek.
• Explore our gallery with photos from all stops of the Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus.

Please note to your Planetarium and Sightseeing Tour Cyprus:

• We will pick you up to your Private Tour at your hotel or arrange a meeting point with you. We will then take you on a tour, without the stress, hectic pace and time pressure of other guests.
• We will pick you up to your Tour at your hotel about 9:00.
• You must be dressed appropriately to enter the interior of churches during your Tour. Knees and shoulders covered, or a big scarf sometimes helps the ladies a lot.
• All in all, your Tour lasts between 4,5 and 5 hours, it depends on your hotel
• This Tour 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 to your Tour from your hotel free of charge if you are staying in the Agia Napa – Protaras – Paralimni region, Nicosia 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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