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Halloumi Heaven: Cheese-Making Class & Troodos Mountain Villages 8h

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Choirokoitia, CY
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Halloumi Heaven: Cheese-Making Class & Troodos Mountain Villages 8h

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Join Cyprus Taste Tours on their Halloumi Heaven: Cheese-Making Class & Troodos Mountain Villages tour and experience the true essence of Cyprus through food and wine. The adventure begins with a visit to a cheese-making workshop where you'll learn the traditional technique of halloumi and anari cheese making. Participate in the process from start to finish and indulge in a delicious brunch featuring the cheeses made, accompanied by village bread, farm fresh eggs, smoked ham, olives, tomatoes, cucumber, jams, and honey. But the fun doesn't stop there! Continue your journey into the scenic mountain villages to visit a honey producer, a traditional sweets workshop, and a local making products with donkey milk. Don't forget to explore Lefkara village, famous for its Cyprus lace. With everything included in the tour price, this is the ultimate way to explore Cyprus with true locals and savor its most delectable delights.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 7 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-7 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Traditional brunch with delicious cheeses and local delicacies
  • Visit to scenic mountain villages and local producers
  • Opportunity to see the famous Cyprus lace being made in Lefkara village
  • Yummy tastings of honey, traditional sweets, wine, and chocolates
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Brunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Coffee and/or tea
  • Snacks
  • A great day out! Check out our Cyprus Taste Tours reviews to find out why you should book this tour!
  • Local bilingual guide - fully trained in the food & wine of Cyprus
  • All tasting and entrance fees
  • Support a small business along with the local culture

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Introduction

Welcome to Halloumi Heaven: Cheese-Making Class & Troodos Mountain Villages! Cyprus Taste Tours invites you on a unique and delicious journey through the beautiful countryside of Cyprus. Led by a team of friendly local foodies, this activity is all about discovering Cyprus through its traditional food and wine.

What to expect?

Get ready to immerse yourself in the wonderful world of halloumi cheese-making. You'll be picked up from a convenient location in Larnaca and whisked away to the picturesque Troodos mountain countryside. There, you'll learn the traditional techniques of halloumi and anari cheese making from a local village expert. Get hands-on and be a part of the entire cheese-making process, from start to finish. After the cheese-making workshop, indulge in a delicious brunch that includes the mouthwatering cheeses you just helped create. But the adventure doesn't end there. You'll continue your journey through the mountain villages, visiting a honey producer, a traditional sweets workshop, and even a local who makes products with donkey milk. Don't forget to explore Lefkara village, famous for its Cyprus lace, and enjoy some shopping time.

Who is this for?

This experience is perfect for food lovers and anyone looking to dive deeper into the culinary traditions of Cyprus. Whether you're a cheese connoisseur or simply enjoy trying new flavors, this tour is for you. It's also a great activity for those interested in exploring the beautiful Troodos mountain countryside and getting a taste of authentic Cypriot culture. So grab your friends, family, or even embark on a solo adventure, because this tour welcomes everyone with open arms.

Why book this?

What sets Halloumi Heaven apart from other tours is that everything is included. There are no hidden costs to worry about. From door-to-door transport to tasting fees, entrance fees, and a scrumptious traditional brunch, all is taken care of. This all-inclusive experience allows you to fully immerse yourself in the cheese-making process and explore the mountain villages without any hassle. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to taste local delicacies like olive oil, honey, and traditional sweets along the way. It's a chance to create amazing memories while indulging in the most authentic flavors of Cyprus.

Good to know

During the cheese-making workshop, you'll be treated to refreshing drinks like tea, coffee, and homemade lemonade. The brunch that follows will be a true feast, featuring the cheeses you made, village bread, farm fresh eggs, smoked ham, olives, tomatoes, cucumber, jams, and honey. And don't worry, the tasting adventure continues with stops for honey, traditional sweets, wine, chocolates, and more. So come hungry and leave satisfied with a belly full of delicious Cypriot delights.

Reviews

Travelers who have embarked on this cheese-making and village exploration tour have praised it for its immersive and hands-on experience. They appreciated the opportunity to learn from local experts and the warm hospitality of the guides. The cheese-making process was both educational and enjoyable, and the traditional brunch was a highlight for many. The chance to taste various local products along the way added to the overall experience. Guests also loved the visit to Lefkara village and the chance to see the local lace-making tradition. Overall, this tour offers a perfect blend of culture, gastronomy, and picturesque landscapes, leaving travelers with unforgettable memories of their time in Cyprus.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Choirokoitia

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Pano Lefkara

Ecophysis Georgia

Golden Donkeys Farm

Reviews

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5 (41)

Sharon_G

Wonderful tour making the cheese and then eating it fresh, along with a traditional lunch was a wonderful and informative experience that I highly recommend! Also able to go to some local villages . Please consider purchasing a lace item from the oldest shop the craftsmanship is incredible and you will. Or find anything like it elsewhere. Also went to a donkey farm to feed the donkeys and try donkey milk . Was also wonderful to visit an olive oil production site and a spot in a mountain village where honey and products from honey are made. You will not regret taking this tour and the guide was wonderful, kind, and knowledgeable.

IngunnBj

Demi was a really nice guide. The halloumi farm reminded me of my childhood on a farm in Iceland. The village was really nice. And we fed donkeys, taste donkey milk and donkey liquor, tasted olives and olive oils, tasted honey.

S8307CZhelenk

An excellent tour in all respects. Our guide , Helena, was super-professional, very experienced and she shared some very interesting knowledge about Cypriot culture and traditions with us. We travelled in a very comfortable modern vehicle and Helena was also a very good, safe driver. The cheesemaking was the highlight for me, the daughter of the household was very patient and showed us all the processes and techniques for making delicious cheeses and the brunch was very generous and delicious. The young couple who keep bees were also excellent hosts, explaining beekeeping very well. But we also went to an organic olive farm, the Lefkara lace making traditional village and 'Golden Donkeys' donkey sanctuary - all interesting and worth visiting!

V2331DDlas

A bit pricey, but definitely worth it!! You get to see and learn so much. I'm sure next time we're back in Cyprus, we'll book another tour! This was the best tour in a long time. Our guide Panico and the crew went above and beyond to make our tour great! He was so full of knowledge and made us super comfortable. Water was offered multiple times and omg the scenery of the mountains! Locals were so welcoming. Our guide Panico also took a lot of pictures for us, so we could just focus to live in the moment.

Anika D

Excellent tour! Had a really great time, Helena my guide was very friendly and helpful. We had a lovely day and enjoyed every minute. The trip is perfect for everyone and it has so much to offer. Thoroughly enjoyed the Halloumi making session, very interesting and authentic. I look forward to booking my next tour!

279pv

Had an amazing and fun day on this tour! Got to make Halloumi and eat it together with the group, was so much fun! Also visited other local farms and tastings. Accompanied by our very nice and knowledgable tour guide Helena, who had the nicest stories to tell. Definitely recommend this tour!

Plasticbrain

Amazing experience! A lovely day in good company, and with many amazing tastes and places. The driver Demi was amazing!

pennygQ2444QD

Fantastic guide and super, small group. My 15 year old loved it! Brilliant from start to finish and excellent organisation!

ameliag408

I couldn't recommend Cyprus Taste Tours more highly. The Halloumi Heaven tour is the 2nd time that I've chosen a tour with this company. The guides are extremely knowledgeable & the support team is well organised. A fantastic morning spent learning about the making & participating in the making of halloumi.

Amy S

This is one of the best tours I’ve been on! It was very personal and included myself and another couple, which is much better than a large tour bus. I learned so much about how to make halloumi cheese and we visited all different kinds of farms in the villages of Larnaca-bee farm, olive farm, and a donkey farm. All farm and staff were wonderful and such a great way to familiarize yourself with the Cypriot culture. This is a tour that I highly recommend!
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