At the easternmost tip of Cyprus, where Protaras meets Ayia Napa, the coastline turns dramatic: limestone cliffs, sea caves carved by centuries of waves, and water so clear it looks tinted. It's one of the few stretches of the island best explored slowly — on foot or by bike — rather than from a car window.
Just outside Protaras, Cyclops Cave is a small sea cave said to have inspired a scene in Homer's Odyssey. It's an easy first stop, and a good reminder that this coastline has been part of the story of the Mediterranean for a very long time.
The park itself is a protected headland of low cliffs, sea arches and lookout points, with a network of paths that make it ideal for cycling at a relaxed pace. On a clear day the views stretch along the entire southeastern coast — it's the kind of place worth lingering in rather than rushing through.
Cyprus's famous Sea Caves are a short ride from the park entrance: a series of narrow inlets and arches where the water shifts from turquoise to deep blue depending on the light. They're a popular spot for cliff-jumping in summer, but even just sitting at the edge with your feet in the water is worth the trip.
Further along, the coastal path connects to Ayia Napa's harbour and the sculpture park above Nissi Beach — a good place to end the day with something to eat before heading back. The contrast between the quiet cliffs of Cape Greco and the lively harbour of Ayia Napa is part of what makes this stretch of coast worth seeing in full, not just in pieces.
Because the distances between stops are short but the terrain varies, cycling is the most practical way to link Cyclops Cave, Cape Greco and the Sea Caves in a single day without missing anything. It's exactly the route our Cape Greco bike tour follows, with a private transfer from wherever you're staying and no need to plan the logistics yourself.
A full day of cliffs, sea caves and coastal views, with private transfers included.
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