Paphos Holidays

Holidays in Paphos

If you are thinking that holidays in Paphos are like in any other typical island resort, think again! Holidays in Paphos offer perfect Cyprus Holiday experience for Families & Couples alike, with its rich archaeological treasures and history well over 3000 years old, coupled with superb beaches, first class accommodation, lively night life and traditional Cypriot hospitality, holiday in Paphos gives you a chance to blend both the ancient and modern.

It takes approximately 5 hours to fly direct to Paphos Airport and it's served by all the major tour operators from UK. Transfer time from Paphos Airport to the resort is approximately 35 minutes. With Cyprus joining the EU and subsequent increase in cheap flights to Cyprus, Paphos is seeing an increasing number of tourists coming to enjoy holidays in Paphos.

Paphos consists of two areas - the coastal resort known as “Kato Paphos” and Paphos Town “Pano Paphos”, which is located 9 miles from Paphos Airport. As with most of Cyprus, weather in Paphos is excellent year-round, peaking during the summer months when the temperature often hits 35°C.

Whether you are visiting monasteries, castles or exploring the beautiful coastline of Paphos, we recommend that you hire a car in order to truly enjoy your holiday experience in Paphos. Read our guide for car hire in Paphos or check out our Cheap Cyprus Car Hire rates!

Culture holidays in Paphos

If you are seeking a taste of Cypriot cultural heritage during your holiday in Paphos, you will not be disappointed as there are numerous historical sites to explore. Paphos has all the cultural exposure you require with its archaeological museums, Byzantine castles, 3rd Century 'Tombs of the Kings', St Paul’s Pillar, famous Bath of Aphrodite (a natural waterfall on the Akamas Peninsula) and more.

Culture holidays in Paphos are favourite amongst tourists from England, Germany and Scandinavia.

Beach holidays in Paphos

If spending your Cyprus holidays by the beach interest you, then a Paphos beach holiday is highly recommended. There are a number of excellent blue flag beaches and a series of rocky coves which run along the coast of Paphos. Coral Bay, a popular sandy beach is located about 5 miles north of Paphos.

Paphos holidays have no shortage of water sport activities either, you will find jet ski's, snorkeling, parasailing and scuba diving facilities at most of the beaches.