At a glance
One of the island's best-known hikes, looping up from the Baths of Aphrodite onto the Akamas ridge for sweeping sea views. Expect a steady climb and little shade on parts of the route.
- Region
- Paphos
- Distance
- 7.5 km
- Difficulty
- Challenging
- Time
- about 3–4 hours
- Route type
- Circular
- Best season
- Year-round
- Start point
- Baths of Aphrodite (Loutra tis Afroditis)
What you'll see
- Baths of Aphrodite
- Queen's Tower ruins and old oak
- Views of Cape Arnaoutis and Chrysochou Bay
Before you go
- Carry at least 1.5 litres of water per person and a hat; there is little shade on many Cyprus trails from May to October.
- Start early in summer and avoid the hottest hours (12:00–16:00).
- Wear proper walking shoes: paths are often stony and steep in places.
- This is a demanding route: allow extra time and don't walk it alone if you're not used to mountain paths.
- Routes can close after fires or storms. Check the official page for the latest status.
- In an emergency, call 112.
Map & official details on Visit Cyprus
Source: Deputy Ministry of Tourism (Visit Cyprus), checked October 2026. Description written by Expatify.
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