Kyrenia and Famagusta Tour from Ayia Napa Protaras Larnaca
Explore the turbulent history of the island with this full day tour into Northern Cyprus. Visit the ancient cities of Famagusta and Kyrenia where you will find traces of the past. An ideal tour for anyone with an interest in the history of Cyprus.
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Full day Northern Cyprus sightseeing tour from Ayia Napa, Protaras and Larnaca. Available all year round. Please book at least 48 hours in advance.
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• Full day sightseeing Tour
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• CTO licensed Tour Guide (English Speaking)
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• Visit historic and cultural landmarks
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Tour Description
This fascinating full day guided tour to Northern Cyprus will take you through some stunning mountain scenery as you discover the historic cities of Famagusta and Kyrenia.
The first stop of the day is the ancient city of Famagusta. Drive along the fenced off area of the Varosha ghost town, once the most glamourous beach resort in the Med, abandoned since the Turkish invasion and view the time locked holiday resort which was abandoned in 1974.
You will then have time to explore the old city, visiting the numerous churches and old buildings or wandering the quaint back streets. Admire the Gothic church of Saint Nicholas, Othello Castle and the immense Venetian walls.
We then head inland and up through the dramatic peaks of the Pendadaktylos Mountains to the 13th century Bellapais Abbey. Perched above the city of Kyrenia, the ruined gothic masterpiece of the Abbey has breathtaking views and an air of tranquility.
The tour then heads down to the historic harbour of Kyrenia. Picture postcard perfect, the pretty harbour is dominated by the ancient fortress of Kyrenia Castle. The castle now contains a small museum which houses the remains of one of the oldest shipwrecks in the world as well as many other interesting artifacts. Relax with a coffee at a peaceful harbourside cafe and reflect on the 3000 years of turbulent history which Kyrenia has been witness to.
If you see the Book Now button below you can book this tour online. Otherwise please contact us to enquire.
The first stop of the day is the ancient city of Famagusta. Drive along the fenced off area of the Varosha ghost town, once the most glamourous beach resort in the Med, abandoned since the Turkish invasion and view the time locked holiday resort which was abandoned in 1974.
You will then have time to explore the old city, visiting the numerous churches and old buildings or wandering the quaint back streets. Admire the Gothic church of Saint Nicholas, Othello Castle and the immense Venetian walls.
We then head inland and up through the dramatic peaks of the Pendadaktylos Mountains to the 13th century Bellapais Abbey. Perched above the city of Kyrenia, the ruined gothic masterpiece of the Abbey has breathtaking views and an air of tranquility.
The tour then heads down to the historic harbour of Kyrenia. Picture postcard perfect, the pretty harbour is dominated by the ancient fortress of Kyrenia Castle. The castle now contains a small museum which houses the remains of one of the oldest shipwrecks in the world as well as many other interesting artifacts. Relax with a coffee at a peaceful harbourside cafe and reflect on the 3000 years of turbulent history which Kyrenia has been witness to.
If you see the Book Now button below you can book this tour online. Otherwise please contact us to enquire.
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Tour Schedule
This is a full day tour, around 10 hours duration including pick up and drop off. It is available on selected days of the week, during the summer months. Please book at least 48 hours in advance. For last minute bookings, please contact us and we will do our best to book you on this tour. At times of high demand we may need to offer you an alternative date if the tour is fully booked.
Departure Points / Pick up locations
This tour is available from Ayia Napa, Protaras and Larnaca areas. Pick up will be from designated pick up points around the resort. Your nearest pick up point may be a few minutes walk from your hotel. Your exact pick up location and time will be advised upon confirmation. Please be waiting at the pick up point before the time stated in case the bus is running early. Pick up times start around 08.30am in Ayia Napa, 08.00am Protaras and 08.00 in Larnaca. Passengers in Larnaca will be transferred to Ayia Napa to meet the tour.
What is IncludedIncludes a full day sightseeing tour by coach.
Includes pick up and drop off from pick up points in Ayia Napa, Protaras or Larnaca. Includes a professional CTO licensed tour guide (English Speaking) |
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 tour bus is not wheelchair accessible.
The front seats of the bus may only be reserved for people with disabilities.
Children are welcome on this tour, but please bear in mind that it is a long day with lots of travelling so may not suit all children.
Pick up times are around 08.30 am from hotels in Ayia Napa, 08.00am in Protaras and 08.00 am from hotels in Larnaca area.
Return times are Larnaca around 18.00, Ayia Napa and Protaras around 17.30.
Passengers staying in Larnaca will be transferred to Ayia Napa by minibus or local bus service to meet the actual tour bus there. On the return, passengers for Larnaca will leave the main tour bus at Ayia Napa and be transferred back to Larnaca by minibus or local bus service.
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
The tour bus is not wheelchair accessible.
The front seats of the bus may only be reserved for people with disabilities.
Children are welcome on this tour, but please bear in mind that it is a long day with lots of travelling so may not suit all children.
Pick up times are around 08.30 am from hotels in Ayia Napa, 08.00am in Protaras and 08.00 am from hotels in Larnaca area.
Return times are Larnaca around 18.00, Ayia Napa and Protaras around 17.30.
Passengers staying in Larnaca will be transferred to Ayia Napa by minibus or local bus service to meet the actual tour bus there. On the return, passengers for Larnaca will leave the main tour bus at Ayia Napa and be transferred back to Larnaca by minibus or local bus service.
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
What to BringSunhat and Sunscreen
Comfortable Shoes Passport/EU ID card is essential |
TicketsAn e-ticket is required for this tour. This will be emailed to you and can be shown to the guide on the bus. If you are able to print it out then please do so. Emergency contact numbers will be shown on your e-ticket.
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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.
