If you're a fan of road trips, the upcoming public holiday and weekend are perfect for planning a scenic drive with your loved ones. Whether you prefer mountains, coastal plains, or lush valleys, one thing is certain: the beauty of Cyprus never disappoints.

Here are five unique destinations for your next road trip:

1. Cedar Valley – Between Limassol, Nicosia, and Paphos

Cedar Valley is located at the crossroads of Nicosia, Limassol, and Paphos. This enchanting area offers a peaceful escape surrounded by nature and is ideal for photography, hiking, or simply unwinding.

The valley is accessible via the rural road connecting the village of Panagia with the Kykkos Monastery and is nestled within the Paphos Forest. Known for its thousands of cedar trees, it provides a refreshing break from city life.

At Stavros tis Psokas, a nearby mountainous region, visitors may spot the shy and rare mouflon—an endemic species of wild sheep unique to Cyprus. The remnants of three Venetian bridges in the surrounding area are also worth a stop.

2. Millomeris Waterfall – Platres

Millomeris is a secluded waterfall hidden in the mountains of Platres, surrounded by dense vegetation and high humidity. The name reportedly comes from the Cypriot word “millos” (meaning wet) and the word “meros” (place).

Fed by the Kryos River, Millomeris is considered the tallest waterfall in Cyprus, with water cascading from a height of 15 meters. Once difficult to reach, it has become more accessible following the opening of a dirt road from the Platres–Limassol main road, about 1 km past the “Psilo Dentro” landmark.

Alternatively, a well-marked 1.5 km nature trail leads to the waterfall and takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. It begins between the church of Platres and the village center.

3. Cave of the Forty Saints – Xylofagou

Located near the Liopetri–Xylofagou river, the Cave of the Forty Saints (Agioi Saranta) is one of the most captivating natural formations in the area. It’s named after the Forty Martyrs of Sebasteia and is one of several remarkable caves near Xylofagou, including the “Englezous” cave.

It is said that crystal-clear water used to flow year-round from the cave in earlier times.

4. Abandoned Village of Vikla – Limassol District

Vikla is a deserted village in the Limassol district, bordered by Vasa Kellakiou, Sanida, Klonari, and Akapnou. In 1946, it had 43 residents, but by 1992, it had no permanent population. The last remaining residents left in the mid-1980s.

Today, only ruins of old homes and the well-preserved church of Saint John the Merciful remain. The village was once perched on a hillside, overlooking a fertile valley once filled with vineyards and olive trees. A monastery dedicated to the same saint once stood at the top of the hill, now reduced to the church structure only.

5. Monastery of Panagia tou Sinti – Paphos

Located southeast of the village of Pentalia in Paphos, the Monastery of Panagia tou Sinti is best visited during the spring and summer months due to water levels that make winter access difficult.

Accessible via dirt roads from nearby villages such as Salamiou, Pentalia, Agia Marina, Kelokedara, and Nata, the journey to the monastery feels more like an adventure.

Built on the western bank of the Xeropotamos stream, at its junction with the Sinti tributary, the monastery is remarkably well-integrated into its natural surroundings. The materials, colors, and structure make it one of the most unique and valuable cultural landscapes in Cyprus.

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