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Evening drink at Aphrodite's Rock and Cypriot folk dinner
Excursions & day trips
Paphos, Cyprus
4.4/5
Free Cancellation
Language:
English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 8 Hours
Do this because
It's the perfect spot to enjoy a romantic evening drink at Aphrodite's Rock, birthplace of the goddess of love
You'll savour typical Cypriot meze in an atmospheric family-run taverna in Kouklia village
There's time to let your hair down and dance away to the sound of traditional Cypriot folk music
You'll mingle with the locals and learn about their age-old traditions and culture
An expert local guide shares unrivalled knowledge of Cyprus and its ancient legends
What to expect
Tasty meze, music and dancing – this trip has all the ingredients for a right old Cypriot night. And if that wasn't enough, it all comes after a drink overlooking Aphrodite's Rock – birthplace of the mythical goddess of love. Alexia, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘At the taverna, you'll get together with the locals and feel their culture and dance. Nothing is better than the 100% authentic cuisine cooked by the women of the village, just like they cook at home.' Join us for a knees-up to remember in one of the area's most popular tavernas.We'll kick off with a short drive towards Petra tou Romiou – as Aphrodite's Rock is known locally. Clink glasses at this mythical sea stack and enjoy the evening light while sipping on a sparkling wine. ‘A celebration in honour of the goddess,' as Alexia says. You'll then head to the village of Kouklia, a short drive inland from the coast, for a Cypriot dinner with a difference.A first sight, it's a typical family-run taverna. You'll get to savour just about every Cypriot dish you could possibly wish for. The emphasis is on pure ingredients and traditional meze – cooked the way they've been for generations – washed down with local wines. But on summer evenings, the family takes over the street, hosting feasts of folkloric music and dancing. Let your hair down and join the locals with some boogying and shaking on the outdoor terrace. As nights out go, it's a showstopper.
What's included
Transport
Guide
Meze dinner
Unlimited local wine and water
What to remember
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
English-speaking guide for all nationalities
Not suitable for wheelchairs
This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Provider
TUI CYPRUS LTD
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
Where
Pickups are available from selected areas in the following resort: PaphosIf you don't see the option to add an hotel for pickup, please provide the details at checkout.
Reviews
great
4.4/5
Based on
66 reviews from verified customers
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Dawnylondon
October 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 45 years old
Great
We really enjoyed this evening. Laid back and fun. It was just a nice evening out.
G
Grace
October 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 38 years old
Poor
Didn't go. Bus didn't turn up. Waited from 18.15 pm till 19.00 pm and gave up. The reps were trying to ring but no answer. Very disappointing.
N
Neil T
September 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
With friends
- 40 years old
Poor
The trip never happened for us, as we weren't picked up. After speaking to one of the representatives on the help line and giving all our details, we were informed the the bus had arrived, couldn't see us so left without us ......... even though all 4 of us were 20 mins early and stood waiting for 60 mins (thought they might be running a little late`) in the designated pick up spot. Very disappointed, as I'm sure the trip would have been great.
M
Martyn
September 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 47 years old
Excellent
We missed the sunset , otherwise it was a fantastic night
T
Topkat68
September 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 38 years old
Great
The trip to Aphrodite’s rock was a bit pointless as the sun had almost gone and it wasn’t a glass of fizz it was a paper cup with a bit of rose in it, however the meal in the village was delicious, the guide was great and the music and dancing was great. We would have liked it to be a bit longer with no Aphrodite’s rock and more dancing.
J
Julie
September 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 28 years old
Excellent
A
Anonymous
September 2025
From United States of America
Excellent
Enjoyed the night. Didn’t get enough time at the rock felt that part very rushed.
Host at taverna rather abrupt and came across as unfriendly but perhaps has had enough of visitors having now reached end of season. But that’s what we felt. Coach driver lovely and Lisa was knowledgeable.
E
Eamon
September 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 44 years old
Excellent
L
Lin lin
September 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 49 years old
Excellent
Enjoyed it very much Lisa and the driver was fabulous Lisa very nice lady lots of knowledge about cypress as she is a local fantastic
K
Kevin from Lowestoft
September 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 49 years old
Great
The rep Lisa was very good informed and funny. The entertainment was excellent, although the food was good it was a bit rushed and ment that you loaded the plate without much consideration of what you was placing on there.
K
KB
September 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 48 years old
Poor
Two stops not necessary before dinner made trip drawn out making very little time at the dinner event. Only there less than two hours made to leave at 9.30 we were first to leave. Very disappointed.
D
Dunky
September 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 40 years old
Excellent
Very entertaining night, experience of traditional Cyprus, of course I was the one to get picked to go up and dance with them ??
S
Stobbs
August 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 40 years old
Excellent
Everything was amazing about this trip apart from it said wine included which it was, however not enough I was lucky I got two glasses of white wine husband got one glass of red. I went into the tavern to ask if I could buy some which I did, however felt a little more should of been put out to accommodate all guests
S
Scarlett1063
August 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 44 years old
Great
Trip was good but yet again, there were small children on the trip when it was advertised as 12+ Not adverse to children (both teachers) but did not feel comfortable seated at a table with young children and drink/relax Also some of the other people on the trip were rowdy due to drink - again inappropriate around small children. Had we known that small children would be present we would not have booked That said, the trip itself is good
G
Graham Fuery
August 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 52 years old
Great
The guide was clearly someone that loved her job and was enthusiastic to share snippets of Cypriot culture as well as the tour itself. The meal and dancing was very enjoyable and felt very authentic. Very minor point; it would have been useful to at the Aphrodites beach to be told which rocks were the attraction. It was obvious after goggling the question. A strongly recommended tour.
J
Jd1963
August 2025
From Belgium
Traveled as
As a couple
- 44 years old
Excellent
Heel in orde
C
cobwebb
August 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 44 years old
Excellent
A fabulous evening trip, worth booking, excellent value for money the authentic Cypriot food and entertainment was amazing. Lisa our guide was outstanding
D
Dawn
August 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
With family
- 44 years old
Average
Guide Lisa very good. Food good. Wine awful !! Entertainment good. Disabled son. Couldn’t do steps at rock. We’re told a few there were lots and lots Also second stop for wine and photos very bumpy. No good for wheelchair and very difficult for him to walk Coach dropped short walk to village for food and entertainment but then was a lot further away for pick up. Very long walk for son Overall good evening. But not very disabled friendly
T
T
July 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
Poor
Am Felsen war viel zu wenig Zeit. Dann zum nächsten Stopp, wo wir einen Wein mehr oder weniger auf Ex getrunken haben, weil: zu wenig Zeit. Wir haben einen entspannten Ausflug erwartet, bei dem wir in ein kleines einheimisches Dorf gehen, uns vielleicht austauschen können und vielleicht noch etwas Tradition mitbekommen. Stattdessen wurden wir mit unserer Reisegruppe in die erste Reihe gesetzt und "aufgefordert" an dem Tanz teilzunehmen, der offensichtlich nur für die Touristen aufgeführt wurde.
P
Phillip
July 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 48 years old
Excellent
We injoy every minit of it the food the dancing the village was amazing
M
Mr gavin davies
July 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 31 years old
Great
C
Craig Joseph
July 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 48 years old
Excellent
Seeing the rocks where amazing loved the glass of wine on the highest point loved the village and food was excellent the highlight was the dancers and music would highly recommend
B
Blake
July 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 39 years old
Great
The tui rep was fantastic full of information. It took about an hour if not more to pick everyone up, which was OK.as we got to see areas we haven't been too. The food was good at the venue, but wine wasn't very good, overall it was a good night
J
Jackie
July 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 50 years old
Excellent
S
Simon M
June 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
With friends
- 47 years old
Excellent
The music, atmosphere and food at the village were fantastic
J
Justine Elliott
June 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 37 years old
Excellent
We had a lovely time the guide was very informative and made the trip fun
L
lynette binstead
June 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 55 years old
Great
Fabulous evening guide was so funny and so welcoming Very rushed to see sunset so nice stop but no sunset Folk event was excellent food nice ,wine I would say watered down but still nice overall a great night
M
Marina
June 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 40 years old
Excellent
This was a brilliant trip with the guide Liza. Liza is very enthusiastic! She sang to us in Cypriot Greek, which all loved and the whole bus applauded!! I would definitely encourage Liza to sing more! The food and drink at the village were very good, and the dancers performance was memorable. It was magic to see the traditions of Cypriot villages, passes through generations! One improvement I would suggest is to give more time on Aphrodite's beach, as there was no time to buy souvenirs.
S
Stu
June 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 36 years old
Great
Sold as unlimited wine after 1 glass was having to ask for more when they did it was watered down and I watched them do it. I will add that the food was excellent as was the entertainment. As for aphrodites rock no history not even shown which rock it was. The rock all felt very rushed and more of box tick than part of tge experience. The guide was a very pleasant lady and her passion for Cyprus shone through its not terrible but could be better
K
Kate Caudery
June 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 40 years old
Excellent
A
ANNIEG
June 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
With friends
- 42 years old
Great
Guide ne calculant pas les touristes français malgré l'information que nous lui avons dit. N'a fait aucun effort pour nous donner les grandes lignes d'informations, à savoir le temps d'arrêt au rocher, ect
J
Jean
June 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 57 years old
Great
Whilst the greek meal and folk dancing were extremely enjoyable, the wine tasting was not what we expected. We could have gone to the supermarket ourselves and bought our own bottle rather than had the "mouthfull" in a paper cup which was what we received.
L
Linda
June 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 51 years old
Excellent
Enjoyed all aspects of the trip, also very informative regarding local history and traditions.
A
Adelheid
May 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 54 years old
Average
Het was een leuke excursie, maar niks bijzonders. We hadden ons meer voorgesteld van het eten maar wij vonden het tegenvallen. Gortdroge kip en het leek niet op een meze zoals die hoort te zijn.
D
David
May 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
With friends
- 45 years old
Excellent
All good
R
Richard W
May 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 49 years old
Excellent
No negatives here, even though the walk down to Ahprodite's rock was unsuitable for the less mobile we still stopped nearby for those who couldn't make it down the steps could see the attraction from a reasonable vantage point. Of course the tour de force Lisa was our guide, this woman is a goldmine. great knowledge and as this was the first trip to this restaurant this year, she wanted everything to be right. It was, great food, brilliant dancing, an experience enjoyed by all!
C
Carol
May 2025
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 45 years old
Excellent
Fabulous evening, amazing value for money and a very authentic experience
L
Logan M
May 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 46 years old
Great
Great evening at the meal and entertainment Don't understand why you felt the need to include Aphrodite rock as most people couldn't manage the descent
P
Paul & sharon
May 2025
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 44 years old
Excellent
Fantastic night , great staff did not want it to end. Would like it to have finished later.
D
Denise
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 50 years old
Great
A brilliant night enjoying local food
C
Curly
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
Great
Great guide and driver. Really good atmosphere celebrated by all the passengers. Lovely village with really good food and wine. Enjoyed the Greek dancing and music. Overall a wonderful experience.
M
Monique
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 49 years old
Great
De show was heel goed en de sfeer ook . Het eten was ok
A
Aphrodite's rock and village food
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 50 years old
Excellent
music and food excellent, Guide bit insensitive regarding ********** marriage couple. Sad she never gave guided tour of Aphrodite's rock just left us to our own devices. However the drink to the sunset was nice and the village food, drink and dancing was excellent.
J
Jane
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 34 years old
Great
The guide (Lisa) was very good. She was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Paphos. The food was good however, the wine was not filled up often. The dancing and music were good with audience participation. Overall an enjoyable evening.
K
Kathy Petty
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 25 years old
Excellent
As soon as we were picked up by the rep Lisa, we knew we were in for a great night. Lisa is an asset to TUI ! Lisa gave us all so much history of paphos, and knew what she was talking about, and it wasn’t just a history lesson she was giving us, it was enjoyment just listening to her. I have in the past listened to reps and felt they were just reading a script, but with Lisa it was coming from the heart We come to paphos every year, and will definitely be bringing booking a trip with Lisa !!
J
Janny
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 44 years old
Excellent
Fantastic time, great experience. It helps all the more when you join in. Would recommend
T
Terry
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
Great
Everything was good and the guide exception
L
Lisa Beavan
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
With friends
- 41 years old
Excellent
Dry good fun and good value.
N
Nikki and Ade
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 36 years old
Excellent
What a fabulous evening. We had a lovely, funny guide Lisa. We watched the sun setting whilst we stood on aphrodite beach, wasnt told which rock it was! Drove a short distance to a viewpoint to watch the sun set with a small cup of sparkling wine, there was also non alcoholic option. There was a proposal whilst we were there, very romantic! The highlight was the village mezze and entertainment. The food was amazing, wine was flowing (the waiters are very busy you just have to ask for more).
J
Jackie Horton
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 56 years old
Excellent
The Rep was brilliant, very informative and funny. The coach driver was very good. The food was delicious, the setting and entertainment was excellent. Excellent value for money definitely recommend.
P
Peeter Mastenbroek
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 50 years old
Great
De stop bij het strand in de buurt van Aphrodites Rock voegde niet veel toe. Het eten en het vermaak tijdens het avondprogramma was verrassend goed. Ook de prijzen van eventuele extra consumpties waren zeer redelijk.
S
Skye
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 49 years old
Great
An enjoyable experience.
A
Ashlee
September 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 28 years old
Excellent
This was my favourite part of this holiday. The views of Aphrodite rock were stunning and I had a little paddle in the sea. The food, dancing and music in Kouklia was wonderful and it felt like a treat to take part in it. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the local area and had a close connection with everyone and did a little dancing and singing herself. If you would like a taste of the local culture then this is a fabulous experience. Thanks to everyone involved.
M
M Clifford
September 2024
From United Kingdom
Traveled as
As a couple
- 39 years old
Excellent
P
Paul
August 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 33 years old
Excellent
Really enjoyable evening with lovely food and fantastic entertainment
M
Marc
August 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 24 years old
Average
It took us 1 hour and 30 mins to get there having been the first picked up and the same coming back to the hotel. We weren’t notified that it would take so long to get there, and also, the bus journey will come part of most of the trip. Also, the first stop was rushed due to so many pick ups. By the time we went to the toilet it was almost time to walk back to the back. For 50 euros, I felt this was very overpriced
A
Anon
August 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 29 years old
Excellent
The food and entertainment was amazing. The tour guide was lovely and knowledgable. Not much of a wine drinker, so the offer of squash would be nice
L
Laurent
August 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 26 years old
Excellent
La guide qui était exceptionnelle Les danseurs incroyables
S
Smith family
August 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 32 years old
Average
The evening started ok, the guide was very knowledgeable having done the job 39 years, but when we arrived at Aphrodites rock she served everyone a small half plastic cup of wine, nothing for children, then when we got to the tavern they brought out 1 jug of red one and 1 jug of white for our table, which meant we had again about half to 3/4 of a glass of wine, which considering it was sold as unlimited wine was very poor. Again nothing for the kids unless you paid extra for coke etc..
C
Caroline&Olga
August 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 35 years old
Excellent
Our Tui tour guide Lisa was amazing, so knowledgeable and fun. The food was delicious and the entertainment was brilliant.
D
Dee
August 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 41 years old
Excellent
The trip was all I thought it would be and more. The views at the rock were beautiful and the meal and folk night was amazing! Can't recommend this trip enough ??
N
Nathalie
July 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 30 years old
Great
Een leuke ontspannen avond, hadden iets meer verwacht van de Cypriotische dans, het dansen was wat eentonig
J
Jenny T
July 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 29 years old
Great
The guide was very knowledgeable and also cracked a few jokes, she was fun. The coach journey was a bit hairy at one point, a car had pulled a silly manoeuvre in front of the bus, the bus then tailgated the car far too close seeming out of anger at the driver along some mountain roads which was a bit hairy! The pink fizzy wine at the Aphrodite viewpoint was lovely. The food was wonderful and the dancing put on by a processional group was great and got people involved as much as they wanted to.
G
Gail codling
July 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
With family
- 50 years old
Excellent
M
Manager1
July 2024
From United States of America
Traveled as
As a couple
- 41 years old
Excellent
The trip was very well organised and the entertainment and food was brilliant. Our only disappointment was the photographer. She took photos of every couple/family but didn’t print off all the photos. When we asked where ours was she was rude. When I asked the guide whether they may get sent to the hotel instead the answer was No. I just feel she was totally disorganised and a few of our group were left disappointed. Having said that the rest of the evening was very enjoyable.
K
Klaudia
September 2022
From Poland
Traveled as
With family
- 8 years old
Excellent
Wycieczka swietna od poczatku do konca. Bardzo profesjonalna Pani Pilotka, która przez cala podróz dawala z siebie 200% zeby zainteresowac wszystkich podróznych ciekawostkami z regionu. Dostalismy wino, którym moglismy sie delektowac z widokiem na zachód slonca nad Skala Afrodyty. Magia! Jeszcze wieksza magia to kolacja, która odbywa sie pomiedzy waskimi, klimatycznymi uliczkami przy muzyce i wystepach na zywo. Zdecydowanie polecamy! Jeden z naszych ulubionych momentów tych wakacji!
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