Evening Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner
Excursions & day trips

Evening Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner

4.5/5
Excellent
Based on 112 reviews
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£46.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Enjoy a romantic evening drink at Aphrodite's Rock, birthplace of the goddess of love
  • Savour typical Cypriot meze in an atmospheric family-run taverna in Kouklia village
  • Let your hair down and dance away to the sound of traditional Cypriot folk music
  • Mingle with the locals and learn about their age-old traditions and culture
  • Expert local guide with an 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.

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What's included
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  • check Meze dinner
  • check 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
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Provider
TUI CYPRUS LTD
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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4.5/5

Based on 112 reviews from verified customers

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  • Simon M

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The music, atmosphere and food at the village were fantastic

  • Ann

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    55 - 64 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    We thoroughly enjoyed the evening. Guide was excellent food was good and entertainment was excellent 10/10. The only criticism is we wished we could h ...

  • Justine Elliott

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    We had a lovely time the guide was very informative and made the trip fun

  • lynette binstead

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    55 - 64 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    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 ...

  • Marina

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    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 ...

  • Stu

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    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 w ...

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