St Paul & St Barnabas
Trace their journey from ancient Salamis across the island to Paphos, where the Roman proconsul believed.
Acts 13:4–12
A Catholic journey through the island of saints
Cyprus: In the Footsteps of St Paul
Follow the apostolic journey of St Paul and St Barnabas, pray at the traditional tomb of St Lazarus, and discover Cyprus through Scripture, worship and warm Mediterranean hospitality.
Eight days / seven nights · designed for parish and private Christian groups
More than a tour
Walk where the early Church took root
Cyprus is one of the first lands named in the missionary journeys of the early Church. Acts records Paul and Barnabas sailing to Cyprus, preaching at Salamis and travelling across the island to Paphos.
In Larnaca, Christian tradition remembers Lazarus of Bethany as Bishop of Kition after Christ raised him from the dead. We bring these stories together in a thoughtfully paced journey shaped by prayer, Mass, expert guiding and fellowship.
Sacred Cyprus
Three stories at the heart of the pilgrimage
St Lazarus
Pray at the traditional second tomb of Lazarus in Larnaca and reflect on Christ’s promise of resurrection.
John 11:1–44
Mary & the early Church
Stand before the ancient mosaic at Angeloktisti and encounter Cyprus’s remarkable early Christian inheritance.
Luke 1:46–55
A sample eight-day journey
Faith, history and fellowship—carefully paced
The final programme is confirmed with each group and local partners. This outline shows the shape of the flagship pilgrimage.
- Day 1
Welcome to Cyprus
Airport welcome, time to settle into our shared base, opening prayer and a relaxed Cypriot supper.
- Day 2
Larnaca: Lazarus and resurrection
St Lazarus Church and tomb, the Byzantine collection, Angeloktisti and the old town.
- Day 3
Paphos: in the footsteps of St Paul
Chrysopolitissa, the traditional Pillar of St Paul, the Roman city and Paphos harbour.
- Day 4
The Cross, Kourion and Omodos
Early Christian Kourion, mountain hospitality and devotion to the Holy Cross.
- Day 5
Mary in the Troodos Mountains
Kykkos Monastery, a UNESCO-listed painted church and a gentler mountain rhythm.
- Day 6
Nicosia: the Church and reconciliation
Catholic worship, Byzantine inheritance and thoughtful prayer for peace.
- Day 7
Barnabas, Salamis and Famagusta
Acts 13 at Salamis, the traditional tomb of St Barnabas and medieval Christian heritage.
- Day 8
Closing Mass and the journey home
Thanksgiving, personal reflection, shared memories and supported departures.
Sites, services and cross-island arrangements remain subject to opening hours, permissions and the group’s confirmed programme.
For parishes and Christian communities
A pilgrimage your group can enter into—not simply observe
We are developing this journey for small parish and private Christian groups, with time for worship, spiritual reflection and companionship built into each day.
- Seven nights’ carefully selected group accommodation
- Breakfast and selected shared meals
- Scheduled local travel and airport transfers
- Expert local guiding and pilgrimage support
- The complete published programme
- Mass and prayer programme, subject to clergy and church confirmation
Our approach
Rooted in Scripture. Warmly Cypriot. Personally paced.
Spiritually meaningful
Prayer and Scripture connect each sacred place with the living faith of the pilgrim.
Carefully researched
Routes, visit times, access and group logistics are being checked on the ground with local partners.
Genuinely hospitable
Good food, time to rest and shared conversation are treated as part of the pilgrimage—not afterthoughts.
Register your interest
Begin your Cyprus pilgrimage conversation
Whether you are a parish organiser, priest, group leader or individual pilgrim, we would love to hear what you are planning.
hello@cypruspilgrimages.com