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The island of Cyprus sits in the clear blue waters of the eastern Mediterranean at the crossroads of Africa, Asia and Europe. At the end of December, when northern Europe has slipped deep into the clutches of winter’s icy grip, Cyprus still enjoys a mild and sunny climate with a pleasant average day-time temperature of 18°C. However, whilst Cyprus can boast an impressive average of 340 days of sunshine per year, its rainfall tends to fall between October and February, watering landscapes parched and desiccated by the summer sun, encouraging Cyprus’s autumn and winter-flowering plants to burst into life once more. This rejuvenated green land attracts an interesting variety of birds, amongst them such sought-after species as Finsch’s Wheatear and Cyprus Warbler which overwinter on the island.

This 2-centre natural history holiday also provides the opportunity for participants to partake in a Cypriot Christmas for a change. So, as well as searching for the varied plants, birds and other wildlife of this beautiful Mediterranean island, we will enjoy a more relaxed and far less commercialised Christmas than that experienced in the UK. We’ll also no doubt sample a few of the island’s traditional festive foods such as ‘melomakarona’ (a delicious honey cake) and ‘kourabiedes’ (an almond cake coated in icing sugar). So, let Naturetrek take the worry and stress out of your festive planning this year and join us in southern Cyprus for a relaxing week of wildlife, walking and a glass or two of the local Cypriot wine!

  • A 2-centre wildlife holiday focusing on birds, flowers and archaeology
  • Enjoy Christmas in Cyprus
  • Autumn & winter-flowering flowers such as Romulea tempskyana & Narcissus serotinus
  • Wintering birds including Finsch’s Wheatear, Cyprus Warbler & Greater Sand Plover
  • Early orchids such as Ophrys israelitica & Anacamptis collina
  • Visit the archeological site on Paphos Headland
  • Explore the beautiful Akamas Peninsula
  • Led by expert naturalist guides
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Tell me about Cyprus …

The Republic of Cyprus is a rugged, sun-drenched island at the crossroads of Africa, Asia and Europe.

It is the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. Until independence in 1960, Cyprus was under British administration. The Republic of Cyprus is now divided into two parts, with the northern region occupied by Turkey.


The Troodos Mountains cover the south and central areas of the island, while the narrow Kyrenia range runs along the northern coastline. It has a gentle Mediterranean climate and in early spring, while Western Europe endures late winter gloom, Cyprus enjoys clear blue skies and warm sunshine.

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The island of Cyprus sits in the clear blue waters of the eastern Mediterranean at the crossroads of Africa, Asia and Europe. At the end of December, when northern Europe has slipped deep into the clutches of winter’s icy grip, Cyprus still enjoys a mild and sunny climate with a pleasant average daytime temperature of 18°C. However, whilst Cyprus can boast an impressive average of 340 days of sunshine per year, its rainfall tends to fall between October and February, watering landscapes parched and desiccated by the summer sun, encouraging Cyprus’s autumn and winter-flowering plants to burst into life once more. This rejuvenated green land attracts an interesting variety of birds, amongst them such sought-after species as Finsch’s Wheatear and Moustached Warbler which overwinter on the island.

This 2-centre natural history holiday also provides the opportunity for participants to partake in a Cypriot Christmas for a change. So, as well as searching for the varied plants, birds and other wildlife of this beautiful Mediterranean island, we will enjoy a more relaxed and far less commercialised Christmas than that experienced in the UK. We will also no doubt sample a few of the island’s traditional festive foods such as ‘melomakarona’ (a delicious honey cake) and ‘kourabiedes’ (an almond cake coated in icing sugar). So, let Naturetrek take the worry and stress out of your festive planning this year and join us in southern Cyprus for a relaxing week of wildlife, walking and a glass or two of the local Cypriot wine!

Our holiday begins with a flight into Paphos, an interesting and historical town located at the south-western end of the island. A small but comfortable hotel in Paphos will be our base for the next four nights whilst we explore the coastal habitats and inland hills of this region in search of flowers, birds and other wildlife. On our first full day we will visit the archaeological ruins on Paphos Headland, a World Heritage Site with remains dating from pre-historic times through to the Middle Ages. Much of the site, however, is Roman in age and includes some of the finest Roman mosaics in Europe. It is also an interesting spot for wildlife and should offer us our first autumn and winterflowering plants such as Narcissus serotinus, Muscari parviflorum and the endemic Taraxacum aphrogene. Spinyfooted Lizards bask on the walls of these ruins, whilst birds to look out for include Tawny Pipit, Crested Lark, Black Redstart and perhaps even a wintering Greater Sand Plover on the rocky beach.

To the east of Paphos lie the Asprokremmos and Kouris Reservoirs, great areas for birds throughout the year and regular wintering sites for Finsch’s Wheatear, a sought-after species that only breeds from eastern Turkey into central Asia, but winters in small numbers in Cyprus. We also hope there may be one or two lingering Cyprus and Spectacled Warblers here, plus Moustached Warbler, Blue Rock Thrush, Griffon Vulture and Long-legged Buzzard. On the coast at Mandria we will be looking out for other wintering species, plus flowers such as Ranunculus bullatus and Crocus veneris.

Next, we transfer to the small coastal town of Latchi, located at the foot of the beautiful Akamas Peninsula. En route we will stop at the Pegeia Forest, one of the best-preserved lowland juniper and pine forests on the island and home to Colchicum pusillum, Spiranthes spiralis, and Euphorbia dimorphocaulon. During our three nights in Latchi we will be based in a comfortable hotel close to the Baths of Aphrodite, an attractive natural pool where the goddess of love was fabled to bathe. This is also one of the few permanent sources of freshwater in the area and, as such, attractive to a variety of thirsty birds. Walks from our hotel will take us along the coast of the Akamas Peninsula which is characterised by its dramatic limestone cliffs and extensive maquis adorned with rocky fields. With a little perseverance we may hope to find the shy, but very vocal, Black Francolin, plus a variety of other species including Corn Bunting, Sardinian Warbler and Spanish Sparrow. Starred Agamas and Troodos Lizards will be sunning themselves on the Carob Trees, whilst for the botanist an interesting variety of plants may include Arisarum vulgare, Scilla autumnalis, Narcissus tazetta, Spiranthes spiralis and the first Anemone coronaria and Cyclamen persicum of the season. There should also be one or two early flowering orchids on show such as Ophrys israelitica and Anacamptis collina.

So, please do join us for a festive week of wildlife in southern Cyprus this year and a ‘Kala Chritouyenna’ (Merry Christmas) to one and all!

 

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We stay in comfortable hotels with private facilities throughout.

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All food is included in the price.

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Plants, birds and other wildlife.

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At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:

  • The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
  • Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
  • Outstanding value and exceptional customer service

Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!

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A Naturetrek Tailormade holiday allows you, with the benefit of our wildlife travel expertise and destination experience, to enjoy the perfect private wildlife holiday – one that truly matches your requirements, expectations and ambitions. We will ensure the most competitive prices, superb naturalist guides and seamless ground services.

Some of the benefits of Naturetrek Tailormade travel include:
• A bespoke itinerary which is crafted by experts and designed specifically for you
• Private guiding by the very best local naturalists 
• Travel with people you know, at your own pace
• Incorporate as much culture, history or relaxation time as you wish
• Choose dates to suit you
• Select your preferred style of accommodation
• Travel with families and children of any age

Furthermore, our Tailormade team are always on hand to help and guide you along the way, with friendly advice, first-hand knowledge and inside information specific to your destination of choice. So if you have any queries about your holiday, we will be delighted to answer them. Please just give us a call!

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For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.

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Cyprus at Christmas

Tour Code: CYP04

An 8-day natural history holiday to Cyprus in search of birds and winter-flowering bulbs, all bathed in warm Christmas sunshine!

£1,895

Flight Inclusive

£1,545

Land Only
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481.3kg CO2e

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Highlights

  • A 2-centre wildlife holiday focusing on birds, flowers and archaeology
  • Enjoy Christmas in Cyprus
  • Autumn & winter-flowering flowers such as Romulea tempskyana & Narcissus serotinus
  • Wintering birds including Finsch’s Wheatear, Cyprus Warbler & Greater Sand Plover
  • Early orchids such as Ophrys israelitica & Anacamptis collina
  • Visit the archeological site on Paphos Headland
  • Explore the beautiful Akamas Peninsula
  • Led by expert naturalist guides

Summary

The island of Cyprus sits in the clear blue waters of the eastern Mediterranean at the crossroads of Africa, Asia and Europe. At the end of December, when northern Europe has slipped deep into the clutches of winter’s icy grip, Cyprus still enjoys a mild and sunny climate with a pleasant average daytime temperature of 18°C. However, whilst Cyprus can boast an impressive average of 340 days of sunshine per year, its rainfall tends to fall between October and February, watering landscapes parched and desiccated by the summer sun, encouraging Cyprus’s autumn and winter-flowering plants to burst into life once more. This rejuvenated green land attracts an interesting variety of birds, amongst them such sought-after species as Finsch’s Wheatear and Moustached Warbler which overwinter on the island.

This 2-centre natural history holiday also provides the opportunity for participants to partake in a Cypriot Christmas for a change. So, as well as searching for the varied plants, birds and other wildlife of this beautiful Mediterranean island, we will enjoy a more relaxed and far less commercialised Christmas than that experienced in the UK. We will also no doubt sample a few of the island’s traditional festive foods such as ‘melomakarona’ (a delicious honey cake) and ‘kourabiedes’ (an almond cake coated in icing sugar). So, let Naturetrek take the worry and stress out of your festive planning this year and join us in southern Cyprus for a relaxing week of wildlife, walking and a glass or two of the local Cypriot wine!

Our holiday begins with a flight into Paphos, an interesting and historical town located at the south-western end of the island. A small but comfortable hotel in Paphos will be our base for the next four nights whilst we explore the coastal habitats and inland hills of this region in search of flowers, birds and other wildlife. On our first full day we will visit the archaeological ruins on Paphos Headland, a World Heritage Site with remains dating from pre-historic times through to the Middle Ages. Much of the site, however, is Roman in age and includes some of the finest Roman mosaics in Europe. It is also an interesting spot for wildlife and should offer us our first autumn and winterflowering plants such as Narcissus serotinus, Muscari parviflorum and the endemic Taraxacum aphrogene. Spinyfooted Lizards bask on the walls of these ruins, whilst birds to look out for include Tawny Pipit, Crested Lark, Black Redstart and perhaps even a wintering Greater Sand Plover on the rocky beach.

To the east of Paphos lie the Asprokremmos and Kouris Reservoirs, great areas for birds throughout the year and regular wintering sites for Finsch’s Wheatear, a sought-after species that only breeds from eastern Turkey into central Asia, but winters in small numbers in Cyprus. We also hope there may be one or two lingering Cyprus and Spectacled Warblers here, plus Moustached Warbler, Blue Rock Thrush, Griffon Vulture and Long-legged Buzzard. On the coast at Mandria we will be looking out for other wintering species, plus flowers such as Ranunculus bullatus and Crocus veneris.

Next, we transfer to the small coastal town of Latchi, located at the foot of the beautiful Akamas Peninsula. En route we will stop at the Pegeia Forest, one of the best-preserved lowland juniper and pine forests on the island and home to Colchicum pusillum, Spiranthes spiralis, and Euphorbia dimorphocaulon. During our three nights in Latchi we will be based in a comfortable hotel close to the Baths of Aphrodite, an attractive natural pool where the goddess of love was fabled to bathe. This is also one of the few permanent sources of freshwater in the area and, as such, attractive to a variety of thirsty birds. Walks from our hotel will take us along the coast of the Akamas Peninsula which is characterised by its dramatic limestone cliffs and extensive maquis adorned with rocky fields. With a little perseverance we may hope to find the shy, but very vocal, Black Francolin, plus a variety of other species including Corn Bunting, Sardinian Warbler and Spanish Sparrow. Starred Agamas and Troodos Lizards will be sunning themselves on the Carob Trees, whilst for the botanist an interesting variety of plants may include Arisarum vulgare, Scilla autumnalis, Narcissus tazetta, Spiranthes spiralis and the first Anemone coronaria and Cyclamen persicum of the season. There should also be one or two early flowering orchids on show such as Ophrys israelitica and Anacamptis collina.

So, please do join us for a festive week of wildlife in southern Cyprus this year and a ‘Kala Chritouyenna’ (Merry Christmas) to one and all!

What's Included?

Food

All food is included in the price.

Accommodation

We stay in comfortable hotels with private facilities throughout.

Dates & Prices

2026

Land Only

£1,545

Flight Inclusive

£1,895

Single Supplement

£195

Regional Departures

Would you rather depart from an airport closer to you? Give us a call at 1-844-433-9473 and we'll see what we can do.

Tour Leader
Yiannis Christofides
Yiannis Christofides
Yiannis was born in Cyprus. He studied Chemistry at University College, London, before moving on to Birbeck College to do research.
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2027

Land Only

£1,595

Flight Inclusive

£1,995

Single Supplement

£195

Regional Departures

Would you rather depart from an airport closer to you? Give us a call at 1-844-433-9473 and we'll see what we can do.

Prefer to Travel in a Private Group?

For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.

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