NEO CHORIO

Discover the Hidden Gems: Neo Chorio Area Guide

Neo Chorio is a traditional village in Paphos. Aptly known as the Gateway to the Akamas, Neo Chorio is situated in the hills overlooking the coastline of the Chrysochous Bay on the edge of the Akamas peninsula. With two Cypriot tavernas, a small grocery store and a couple of ‘kafenions' where locals gather to socialise and chat over thick, strong coffee the theme of the village is laid back.

The Akamas peninsular covering approximately 230 square kilometres is where you will find wild landscapes, amazing natural beauty, deep gorges and wide sandy bays. The diversity of wildlife is of outstanding ecological importance for the Mediterranean and the wide variety of fauna is certainly impressive. This area of outstanding natural beauty is crisscrossed with many walking trails which makes Neo Chorio the perfect base if you enjoy walking, painting, bird watching and photography.

The seaside resort of Latchi can be reached within a 15-minute drive. With its picturesque harbour and marina, it features an array of inviting sea-front tavernas with a superb selection of fresh fish and seafood served daily. The coarse sand and shingle beaches have sun beds and umbrellas for hire, several restaurants/snack bars providing refreshments and for the more energetic, a water sports centre.

Polis the principal town for the northwest region is approximately 8 kilometres away. This traditional town, huddled around a pedestrianised square is a great place to browse the many shops, enjoy a coffee watching the world pass by or dine at any of the wide selection of restaurants, tavernas and cafes which radiate out from the centre.

Polis and the surrounding villages offer many activities such as boat trips, go-karting, fishing, cycling, watersports and scuba diving.

The town of Paphos with its World Heritage Sites, modern shopping facilities, Water Park, Paphos Zoo and attractive harbour area is within an hour’s drive.

There are 4 golf courses; Minthis Golf Course, Secret Valley Golf Course, Aphrodite Hills Golf Course and Elea Golf Course all within approximately a 40-minute to 1-hour drive.

Distances to Airports from the area of Neo Chorio

Paphos International Airport 55 km

Larnaca International Airport 170 km