City Sightseeing! A great way to discover Limassol Hop on, Hop off the bus (stop 3) and visit the Old Town, wonder through its narrow streets with its picturesque shuttered houses. Stop off at the medieval Limassol Castle, before taking a walk along the Molos waterfront promenade with its fantastic ocean views and the Old Port with its buzzing atmosphere.
Visit museums and archaeological places of interest in and around the city! Why not render into the city's past at the Archaeological Museum and Pattichion Historical Archive (stop 2) not ending your journey back in time there.
Leaving the city of Limassol, discover the medieval Kolossi Castle (stop 7 & 12) and the Byzantine Chapel of Ayios Ermoyenis (stop 8 & 10) the ruins of the ancient city-kingdom of Kourion (stop 9) where you will be able to see its well-preserved mosaics, Royal Tomb and Greco-Roman theatre. Hop off the bus at the Cyprus Wine Museum (stop 11)! The museum which has a history for wine dating back some 5,500 years, it is near Erimi village centre.
The tour is fully interactive and suitable for beer lovers and history lovers alike.
The tour begins in 1231, long before John Smithwick ever set foot in the city. Walk the echoing halls in the Abbey of St. Francis, where clever monks found a way of purifying the deadly water that coursed through their land. Using the natural ingredients which grow in abundance near the abbey, they purified water from the local well by crafting it into ale.
From the moment you step into the Cole House, five generations of Smithwicks illuminate their story of unwavering endurance and unbeatable ingenuity through photos, portraits, letters and lively conversation. Cosy up by the fireplace and learn how one family turned a humble Kilkenny ale into a brew famous the world over!
In the Brewhouse you will learn about perfecting the art of mixing four simple ingredients to produce a ruby red ale enjoyed all over the world. But that doesn't mean we are resting on our laurels. We are constantly innovating, and in the Brewhouse you'll discover just what gives our ruby ale its unique character and flavour.
After an exciting trip back in time it is time for a rest pint! The perfect place to judge a pint of Smithwick's? A tasting room, of course. The distinctive taste of our ale, characterised by its fruity aroma and delicate notes, has been winning us awards since 1892. Each glass of our ale contains generations of tradition, experience and uncompromised quality. When you decide your pint has just the right appearance, aroma, taste and mouthfeel, sit back and enjoy the flavour that has made Smithwick's Ireland's favourite ale!
What is Included:
2 x breakfast, 3 x lunch and 2 x dinner
Accommodation (either camping, shared or double as booked)
Park entrance fees
Friendly and informative tour guide
YOU SHOULD BRING (ADVISABLE)
Good shoes / boots for walking
Appropriate clothing for warm and cold conditions
Towel & toiletries
Sunscreen, hat, bathers
Sites Visited:
Colosseum
Arena Floor
Roman Forum
Palatine Hil
Inclusions:
No-wait entrance to the Colosseum via the Gladiator’s Gate
Skip the line access at the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Expert licensed tour guides
Headsets for every guest
Groups of 25 people or fewer
Exclusions:
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Important Information:
Gratuities to guides are appreciated but never obligatory.
Please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure.
Unfortunately the tour is unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.
NOTE: There is a new rule at the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill that only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are allowed inside. Guests with larger bags will not be allowed to enter (there are no storage facilities) and all guests must now pass through a security check before entering the Colosseum.
The Colosseum is subject to occasional closures. The Colosseum administration is usually aware of this and informs us the day before or of a given closure. Please provide us with detailed contact information in the event that we need to reach you to reschedule your tour.
Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
