Xeros River Offroad Adventure
Let's Off Road!
Once you have gone across the new bridge, there is a left turn which takes you down this track.
Keep Right
I'm not going to describe each turn we took on our journey. There are several times you get junctions such as this one. In most cases it doesn't really matter which one you take, as they tend to merge again later. However, if you find yourself running out of track, or heading too far up the side of the valley, then turn around and take the other turning.
Distant Sinti
The track is in pretty good condition to start with. This may well be because there is a Donkey Sanctuary along the route, which gets visited by Tourist buses. Eventually though, you will find it gets bumpier and you start driving over the riverbed itself.
Sinti Monastery
When you arrive at Sinti Monastery you are in for a treat. I visited the area a number of times before I realised I could actually visit the monastery itself. And you won't have to ask a monk for permission, as nobody actually lives there.
Repaired Ruin
No, Sinti Monastery is a restored ruin. It still has an active church. During the Pafos2017 celebrations it was even used as a venue for a music concert. But for the most part, it is an abandoned place that is pretty magnificent. It is one of my favourite places to visit in Cyprus.
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When most people hire buggies in Paphos, they tend to head straight for the Akamas. Which is great, if you fancy doing a bit of off-roading down the Xeros Valley. You will have the area pretty much to yourself, and be able to create your own adventure without following in the dust trail left by somebody else. So what are you waiting for? Numerous water mills and a lovely old monastery are waiting for you, culminating in a fantastic bridge on the edge of Paphos Forest itself.
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eBookCyprus Road Trip 01: the Kathikas - Panagia Loop
Let me take you on a journey around the region of Paphos, Cyprus. Starting at Paphos itself, we travel to Akoursos, then Kathikas, Kritou Terra and Simou. We continue past Lasa and Kannaviou, before taking in the delights of Panagia. Getting a bit more adventurous, we visit the abandoned villages of Statos and Agios Fotios, before passing through Choulou, Letymbou and Polemi, and rejoining the main Paphos - Polis road.
The route is suitable for all types of vehicle, and requires no off-roading. The guide contains about 130 photographs including shots of all the road signs you need to pay attention to, as well as some of the highlights you may experience along the way.
There are also several maps which will help you keep your bearings.
You can do this journey in a day, or you can break it up into chunks. You can also do it in reverse, to get some completely different views. It is entirely up to you.
