The Christmas Villages will have a local character with emphasis on the uniqueness of the island’s mountainous areas. This is an alternative to the usual initiative, which will include houses with local products and handicrafts for sale, experiential craft and wine gastronomy workshops, nature activities (such as walking on nature trails and cycling), village tours, as well as other surprises.

 The aim of the Deputy Ministry of Tourism is to offer authentic experiences to locals and foreign visitors, as part of an effort to make Cyprus a full-time tourist destination.

 Thus, restaurants and accommodation establishments, in the wider area have been included in the whole design, which will offer a festive menu and / or Cypriot breakfast, providing the opportunity to many neighbouring communities to benefit from those of the whole event.

 The Deputy Ministry of Tourism emphasises that the Christmas Villages will operate according to the health protocols of the Ministry of Health. In order to avoid overcrowding, artistic, musical and theatrical events will not take place this year, nor will playgrounds operate. Also, the consumption of food and beverages on the spot will not be allowed, except in restaurants, cafes, etc. To enter the workshops, tourist accommodation, restaurants and kiosks will be required to provide safepass, based on applicable decrees of the Ministry Health.

 The Christmas Villages will operate from December 10, 2021 until January 06, 2022 (11:00 - 16:00 on weekdays and 11:00 - 18:00 on weekends).

 For more information, those interested can contact the Deputy Ministry of Tourism and specifically Nikoletta Pafitou tel. 22691254, Maria Socratous 22691290, Anthi Gavriilidou 22691309, as well as via e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

 A list of restaurants that have joined the effort, a program of experiential workshops, and more information can be found at www.christmasvillages.com.cy