Still basing yourself in Pafos, explore the Akamas Peninsula, a rugged thumb-shaped strip of land crisscrossed by rocky hiking trails.

From the Aphrodite Trail hikers have spectacular views of rock formations, limestone outcroppings, cliffs and boulders sculpted into odd shapes suspended in the sea. Both the Aphrodite Trail and Adonis Trail branch out from the Baths of Aphrodite, a natural grotto.

On other, western side of the peninsula is Avakas Gorge, popular as a day trip excursion from Pafos by jeep. Several outfitters organize 4X4 jeep trips all year long, the majority leaving from the Pafos District. Most of the excursions include a stop at Lara Beach, a protected nesting ground for endangered sea turtles. All of the settings are pristine, so be sure to bring your camera!