Hike in the Halevka Forest and at the Armenian Monastery – 04 January

Salonica View organizes a hike in the Halevka Forest and at the Armenian Monastery.

A few words about our route:

In the morning, we will depart from Nicosia, from the Cyprus Handicraft Centre, and head towards the Agios Dometios checkpoint. After approximately one hour of travel by bus, we will arrive at the starting point of our hike. Before the hike begins, there will be a short stop for a break and rest.

Our hike is approximately 10 km long. The route is magical, passing through the dense Halevka Forest, offering views both towards the northern coast of Kyrenia and towards the southern area of Kythrea.

After completing the hike, we will go for a picnic at the Halevka picnic area, inside the forest, weather permitting. If time allows, we will have free time to relax at Agios Ambrosios, Kyrenia, at Alakati Beach, and our return to Nicosia will be via Kyrenia.

Points of Interest:

• The impressive Armenian Monastery of Saint Makarios (Sourp Magar)
• The medieval early Byzantine church ruins, possibly of Saint George
• Kyrenia Rock – one of the viewpoints of the Pentadaktylos mountain range, with steep cliffs that truly take your breath away

Hiking Characteristics:

Distance: approximately 10 kilometers

Duration: approximately 3–3.5 hours (depending on stops at points of interest)

Difficulty level: 3 (moderate to difficult)

*** Very good physical condition is required

Participation Cost (per person):

€20 per person

** Payment will be made on the bus

The price includes:

1. Escort and organization
2. Transportation by bus
3. Hiking activity
4. First aid kit
5. Trainers with specialization in outdoor activities

You must bring with you:

1. Hiking boots (mandatory)
2. Long hiking trousers or leggings
3. Fleece or jacket, gloves, scarf, hat
4. Snacks
5. Water
6. Backpack
7. Waterproof jacket (mandatory)
8. Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
9. Tissues, hand sanitizer
10. Hiking poles
11. Camera (optional)
12. Valid ID card or passport Important: A valid ID card or passport is required for crossing the checkpoint. *** The ID must not expire within the next 2 months.

Note 1: When making your booking, please state in the message where you will board the bus.

Note 2:For the smooth operation of the event and for safety reasons, participants must comply with the instructions of the escorts.

Note 3:In case of cancellation of the event due to adverse weather conditions, the excursion will be transferred to another date. Participants who cannot attend on the new date will receive a refund. If weather conditions still do not allow the event to take place, the event will be permanently cancelled and all participants will receive a full refund.

Note 4:Photographic material is shared on our page and on social media after each event. By participating in a Salonica View event, you accept the sharing of photos. Otherwise, please inform us accordingly.

Note 5 – Cancellation Policy: In case of cancellation less than 48 hours before the event or non-attendance at the activity/excursion, participants will be required to cover the full participation cost. This policy applies to cover operational expenses and reservations already made.

Note 6: The escorts reserve the right to adjust the stops of the excursion and the program according to the available time, without omitting important points of interest.

BOOKING:

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After completing your booking, 6–7 days before the excursion, we will contact you to confirm your details and participation.

INFORMATION REGARDING ALL OUR EXCURSIONS:

Four days before the excursion, usually on Wednesday, an official update will be sent to all participants regarding whether the excursion will take place.

Confirmation depends on:

1. completion of the required minimum number of participants,
2. weather conditions,
3. and other organizational factors.