Famagusta Half Day Tour from Ayia Napa Protaras
Explore the fascinating ancient city of Famagusta and discover the events and impact of the 1974 Turkish invasion. This half day small group tour by minibus jeep gives you time to get to know this former jewel of the Mediterranean.
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Half day Famagusta sightseeing tour from Ayia Napa and Protaras. Available twice a week all year round. Please book at least 24 hours in advance.
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• Half Day - 4.5 hours
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• Half Day - 4.5 hours
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• Time to swim
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• Time to shop
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Tour Description
Get to know the ancient city of Famagusta in this half day tour which gives you plenty of time to explore the city at your leisure.
The trip begins with a visit to the Famagusta Cultural Center in Deryneia, where we can view the abandoned city in the distance and find out more about the events of the invasion and evacuation of Famagusta. We then cross the "Green Line" and drive along the fence of the ghost town of Varosha, before arriving at the famous beach of Famagusta where we can see the abandoned hotels lining the deserted beach. There is time for have a quick dip in the sea before we move on.
We then head into the old town with a short guided tour inside the fortified walls of Famagusta and then some free time giving you the chance to experience the living history and numerous ancient buildings. You could visit the remains of the Latin Church of St George, the Greek Church of St George, the Arsenal, Othello Castle, Church of St Peter and St Paul, St Nicolas Cathedral, now known as Lala Mustafa Pasa Mosque, Nestorian Church of St George the Exiler, remains of St Francis church, or just wander the quaint back streets or stop for a coffee in a quiet cafe.
Famagusta was once a major hub in the Eastern Mediterranean. Not just one of the most glamourous beach resorts visited by the rich and famous, but an important trading port city. Famagusta was where East and West met, where the spice routes met the silk roads, where pilgrims and merchants met Kings, knights and crusaders; where Greek, French, Armenian, Genoese, Venetian, Jewish, Syrian, Catalan, Pisan, Turkish and Arab merchants lived side by side. With a rich history stretching back thousands of years it's a place well worth visiting.
If you see the Book Now button below you can book this tour online. Otherwise please contact us to enquire.
The trip begins with a visit to the Famagusta Cultural Center in Deryneia, where we can view the abandoned city in the distance and find out more about the events of the invasion and evacuation of Famagusta. We then cross the "Green Line" and drive along the fence of the ghost town of Varosha, before arriving at the famous beach of Famagusta where we can see the abandoned hotels lining the deserted beach. There is time for have a quick dip in the sea before we move on.
We then head into the old town with a short guided tour inside the fortified walls of Famagusta and then some free time giving you the chance to experience the living history and numerous ancient buildings. You could visit the remains of the Latin Church of St George, the Greek Church of St George, the Arsenal, Othello Castle, Church of St Peter and St Paul, St Nicolas Cathedral, now known as Lala Mustafa Pasa Mosque, Nestorian Church of St George the Exiler, remains of St Francis church, or just wander the quaint back streets or stop for a coffee in a quiet cafe.
Famagusta was once a major hub in the Eastern Mediterranean. Not just one of the most glamourous beach resorts visited by the rich and famous, but an important trading port city. Famagusta was where East and West met, where the spice routes met the silk roads, where pilgrims and merchants met Kings, knights and crusaders; where Greek, French, Armenian, Genoese, Venetian, Jewish, Syrian, Catalan, Pisan, Turkish and Arab merchants lived side by side. With a rich history stretching back thousands of years it's a place well worth visiting.
If you see the Book Now button below you can book this tour online. Otherwise please contact us to enquire.
Tour Schedule
This is a half day tour, around 4.5 hours duration. It is available twice a week all year round. Please book at least 24 hours in advance.
Departure Points / Pick up locations
This tour is available from Ayia Napa and Protaras areas. Pick up from your hotel / apartment is included. Pick up times for the morning tour are 07.45 - 08.00 am in Protaras, 08.00 - 08.15 am in Ayia Napa.
What is IncludedIncludes pick up and drop off at your accommodation in Ayia Napa or Protaras.
Includes a professional guide / driver. Includes a half day tour by minibus or jeep. |
What is Not IncludedLunch and refreshments are not included.
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Know Before You Go - Important Information
Passports / EU ID cards are required to cross into the North.
The vehicle is not wheelchair accessible.
Children are welcome on this tour, minimum age of 3 years.
Pick up times are around 07.45 - 08.15 am for the morning tour. Pick up is from Ayia Napa and Protaras areas only.
Itinerary of this excursion is subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions or reasons beyond our control.
All indicated times are approximate and subject to change.
There is time for a short swim at the beach in Famagusta.
The vehicle is not wheelchair accessible.
Children are welcome on this tour, minimum age of 3 years.
Pick up times are around 07.45 - 08.15 am for the morning tour. Pick up is from Ayia Napa and Protaras areas only.
Itinerary of this excursion is subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions or reasons beyond our control.
All indicated times are approximate and subject to change.
There is time for a short swim at the beach in Famagusta.
What to BringSunhat and Sunscreen
Comfortable Shoes Passport/EU ID card is essential Swimwear and towel if you wish to swim at Famagusta beach |
TicketsNo paper ticket required for this tour.
Emergency contact number will be sent with your confirmation email. |
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations within 48 hours of your tour start time are non refundable. Cancellations outside of this time may receive a full refund. If you need to change the date of your tour or will not be able to make it, please let us know as soon as possible.
