Hiking in the Chalefka forest and the Armenian monastery - May 11

The Salonica View team is organizing a hike in the Chalefka forest and the Armenian monastery.

A few words about our route:

In the morning we will start from Nicosia and the Cyprus Handicraft Center and head towards the Saint Dometios checkpoint. After about 1 hour by bus, we will reach the starting point of our hike. Before the start of our hike, there will be a short stop for a break and rest. Our hike is about 10km long. The route is magical and we will pass through the dense forest of Chalefka with views of both the northern coast of Kyrenia and the southern region of Kythrea. After the end of our hike, we will go for a picnic at the Chalefka picnic area in the forest.

Points of interest:

The imposing Armenian monastery of Saint Makarios (Surp Magar)

The medieval early Byzantine church (ruins), probably of Saint George

Kyrenia Rock - one of the viewpoints of Pentadachtylos with its steep cliffs that truly take your breath away

Hiking characteristics:

1) Distance – 10 kilometers (approximately)

2) Duration – approximately 3-3.5 hours (depending on the stops at the points of interest)

3) Difficulty level – 2 (moderate)

*** Good physical condition required

Participation cost (per person):

20 euros/ person

** Payment will be made on the bus (Ignore the automatic payment message you will receive).

The price includes:

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

You must have with you:

1. Mountaineering boots (required)
2. Long mountaineering pants or leggings
3. Fleece or jacket, gloves, scarf, hat
4. Snacks
5. Water
6. Backpack
7. Waterproof jacket (required)
8. Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
9. Tissues, antiseptic
10. Trekking pole
11. Camera (optional)
12. Valid ID/passport (ID (or passport) required to pass the checkpoint.) ***The ID must not have an expiration date within the next 2 months.

Note 1. When you click to make a reservation, state in the message where you will pick up the bus.

Note 2. For the best 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 bad weather conditions, the excursion will be transferred to another date. Participants who cannot participate on the specific date will be refunded. However, if the weather conditions still do not allow the event to take place, the event will be permanently canceled and everyone will be refunded. In case of cancellation by the participants, 7 days or less before the event date, the money will not be refunded.

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Note 5. Cancellation Policy: In case of cancellation less than 48 hours before the event or a no-show, you will be required to cover the full cost of your participation. This policy applies to cover operating expenses and reservations that have already been made.