Destination
Cyprus
Roman mosaics in Paphos, a Troodos mountain hike, and a lesson in Lefkara's centuries-old lacework.
Why Cyprus
Cyprus pairs archaeology, mountains, and craft in a few days. Students join an active excavation at the Paphos Archaeological Park, uncovering and conserving Roman-era mosaics alongside working archaeologists, then head into the Troodos Mountains for a hike through pine forest down to a traditional village. A stop in Lefkara — the island's lace-making village and a recognized craft tradition — pairs with a coastal cleanup and a swim or snorkel session in the Akamas Peninsula's clear water. It's a compact tour of how one small island holds Roman history, mountain villages, and a living craft tradition side by side. Local partner: a Paphos-based archaeological and heritage organization, confirmed per trip.
