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Argonaftis Cyprus Traditional Experience

4.2/5
13 reviews

A chance to explore the rustic side of Cyprus. On this family-friendly tour, you'll discover the remote Xeros valley on the back of a donkey. Pass through picturesque orange groves and quaint villages as you and your trusted donkey amble to the historic Sinti Monastery. You'll also taste local specialities and enjoy a performance of traditional music and dancing.

Your laid-back adventure kicks off at Argonaftis donkey farm in Kelokedara. Here, you'll experience Cypriot hospitality at its best. Savour local favourites, including halloumi cheese and – if you're brave enough – zivania fire-water.

After instruction, you'll hop on to your donkey and head slowly – or ‘siga, siga' as the locals say – up the Xeros valley to the 16th century Sinti Monastery. The complex fell into disrepair and abandonment but is back to its original best after an award-winning restoration. Then, back at the farm, you'll round off the experience with a barbecue meal, washed down with wine. There'll be traditional music and dancing, too.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Paphos
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Language:English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Meal Included
e-Voucher
Instant confirmation
Hotel pick up

Why you’ll love this…

  • Take a donkey ride up the Xeros valley
  • See 16th century Sinti Monastery
  • Taste local delicacies and enjoy a barbecue

Important to know

  • Between mid-November until the beginning of April this experience will take place during the day
  • This tour is offered both with or without a donkey ride. Please ensure you select the correct option at booking to avoid disappointment
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
  • English-speaking guide for all nationalities
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Transport
  • Guide
  • Barbecue meal with wine
  • Live music and dancing

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Provider

TUI CYPRUS LTD


What people say about this experience

4.2/5

All reviews are verified

Based on 13 reviews


Review categories

Value for money

4/5

Service

3.8/5

Safety

3.8/5

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3.8/5


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    Terry King

    Traveled as a couple


    February 16, 2026
    1

    United Kingdom

    Booking cancelled we were not notified. Had to contact tui to find out reason given not enough interest .

  • T

    Taz

    May 31, 2025
    4.6

    United Kingdom

    Good price for whole experience. However, As the kids were over 12 but under 18, the free drinks could have included a fruit juice so they could have more than water to drink without paying extra.

  • J

    Jenny bateup

    Traveled as a couple


    May 21, 2025
    4.6

    United Kingdom

    All of the experience.

  • K

    kevin

    Traveled as a couple


    May 17, 2025
    1

    United Kingdom

    No pick up awful as no communication. Based holiday on this. Completely disgusting

  • M

    Mike A

    Traveled as a couple


    April 15, 2025
    5

    United Kingdom

    We both really enjoyed the afternoon/ evening excursion. The guide was very informative during the bus ride. All the different parts such as donkey ride, chicken truck ride, monastery visit , traditional Greek food and dancing made for a really fun time. Thank you!!

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    Iwona

    Traveled with family


    April 28, 2025
    5

    United Kingdom

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Phone number: +1 208-744-6464