Luxury Cyprus Holidays

An island infused with legends, age-old wisdom and captivating natural beauty, you can't help but be drawn in by Cyprus. You'll visit tavernas wrapped up in time-honoured traditions, and soak up the feeling of picture-perfect harbours where glam café culture sits beside scenes of bobbing fishing boats. You'll enjoy incredible coastlines overlooked by craggy hills, and buzzing towns where no two days are the same. And this all comes sprinkled with the magic of Aphrodite the goddess of love and beauty whose mythical birthplace is Cyprus. We've been swept up in the feeling of Cyprus ourselves to hand pick the very best hotels and resorts, which range from sophisticated beachfront spots with all the trimmings, to peaceful countryside-by-the-sea hideaways.

A sun-drenched island in the Mediterranean Sea, you'll quickly see that Cyprus is a thrumming holiday spot that seamlessly blends natural majesty with a lively spirit. All the main coastal resorts have at least a beach or two that are pleasant places to embrace some relaxation time. If you're travelling as a family, you'll want to spend plenty of time swimming in the calm and shallow waters. There's an abundance of water sports and boat trips available for people who like a little more action too.

Although it's easy to get caught up in daily life at the beach in Cyprus, the island has so much more to offer. Nicosia is the last divided capital of the world, marking the boundary between north and south. It's a fascinating city to explore for this reason alone, but you'll also have an incredible time discovering the historical sites, museums and colourful shopping streets. The coastal centres of Paphos and Limassol are both home to archaeological sites, insightful museums and a feelgood factor that comes from the simple pleasures of life on a glorious coastline. Limassol Marina is also one of the most beautiful harbours in the Mediterranean, known for its al fresco dining, bars and designer boutiques. Your trip to Cyprus isn't complete without venturing inland, where you can experience far-reaching views and traditional villages on a journey up Mount Olympus. You may well think it's the definition of perfection.

When it comes to food in Cyprus, meze can be found in every restaurant and eatery. This is ideal for you if you love to try a little bit of everything and the collection of small meze dishes can soon become a lavish feast! Flavours are often simple and sumptuously prepared, letting the top-notch ingredients do the talking. From the creamiest dips served with pitta bread, to impeccably seasoned grilled meat, kebabs and an abundance of halloumi, you can expect to roam between different flavours each and every day. Given the vast coastline in Cyprus too, fish and seafood can often be found on the specials board, and the fresh taste and delicate flavours will keep you coming back for more. Dining can be as formal or as informal as you like in Cyprus, with corner tavernas, buzzy beach promenades with pavement cafés, and fine dining establishments all an option.

When to visit
The weather in Cyprus is mild in winter and warm in the summer, so it's possible to have an enjoyable and sunny visit any time of the year. The warmest months are between May and October.