My Hideaway - Your holiday in the sun

Things to do and see

A car is recommended for getting around the island - see the Getting There page for possible rental companies.

Peyia (Springs)

Peyia (Pegeia) is a large, attractive and friendly old village spread across the hillside about 8 miles north of Paphos, and 3 miles from the blue flag beach of Coral Bay. Well known for its whitewashed houses, Peyia was founded during the Byzantine era. It is famous for its spring water, and in the centre of town is the cobbled square with it's cistern fountains. There is also a lovely view down to Coral Bay from the centre of town.

There are numerous coffee shops, and plenty of local welcoming tavernas, with good food at reasonable prices. There is no need to go far in the evening to find a good meal. The village also has a wonderful bakery, with lovely fresh bread each day and many other delicacies you can't ignore. Next door to the bakery is the local butchers. These are only around the corner from the apartment, which is tucked away just off the main street. Walking a little further up the hill is a very well stocked supermarket, supplying all your needs.

Coral Bay

At Coral Bay a lovely sandy blue flag beach where there are opportunities to swim and enjoy many other water sports including a diving school, jet skis and parascending. There are several coffee shops and restaurants. During summer evenings at weekends there are regular music bands catering for all ages and tastes.

Close by

Close by there is go karting, cycling, paragliding, tennis and not far away there are three championship golf courses. Tsada is the nearest, and oldest course about 30mins away. Secret Valley and Aphrodite are about 50 minutes away.

Further afield

Peyia is an excellent central point from which to investigate the island.

Peyia is not far from the harbour at Paphos and the world heritage site where there are some beautiful floor mosaics. There are many archaeological areas in Paphos region.

Shopping in the market in Paphos should not be missed, the variety of goods covers most things.

Going north from Peyia you soon come into the wonderful region of the Akamas Peninsular. Peyia is about 20 miles from Polis where you can take the road west to Latchi with its little harbour and several fish restaurants. Much of the peninsular requires a 4X4 to be fully explored, because the roads are not made up. Safari excursions can be booked.

There are many mountain villages to be visited, many of them displaying their traditional craft work.

In the mountains there are numerous cycle tracks and hiking routes available

Mount Olympus in the Troodos range you can ski in the winter and enjoy the cooler air and mountain scenery in the summer. (In the spring you can ski in the morning and sunbathe on the beach in the afternoon)

Other web sites

	Visit Cyprus
	Yahoo Travel Guide