Salamis and Famagusta Private Tour from Ayia Napa and Protaras
Cross into Northern Cyprus with this sightseeing excursion full of the history and culture of Cyprus. This private tour visits the ancient city of Famagusta, the ruins of Salamis and St Barnabas monastery. Explore these fascinating ancient places and get a taste of the past.
Highlights:
- Famagusta old town - Free time
- Free time for swimming at Golden Beach
- Visit Varosha ghost town
- Visit to Salamis Archaeological site
- Visit to St Barnabas Monastery.
This trip is priced per vehicle not per person. Full day Northern Cyprus sightseeing tour from Ayia Napa and Protaras. Available anyday, all year round as a private tour. Please book at least 3 days in advance.
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• Private Tour by Jeep or Minibus
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• Professional driver/guide
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• Full Day Tour
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• History & Culture Tour
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Tour Description
Experience the culture and history of Northern Cyprus with this tour to the ancient port city of Famagusta and the North-East coast of Cyprus.
The tour takes you to the monastery of Saint Barnabas who was martyred in 52AD. He founded the Cypriot Orthodox church and his tomb is located here as well as an icon museum.
The next stop is the ancient city kingdom of Salamis which was founded by Teucer following the Trojan war. The archaeological site contains the remains of the city - bathhouses, gymnasium, an amphitheatre and other buildings with marble columns.
Continuing on to Famagusta old town you have the opportunity to explore at your leisure. Walk the immense Venetian stone walls, Visit Othello Castle or wander the streets of the old town lined with shops, cafes and traditional architecture. There are over 300 churches, chapels and historic sites in Famagusta city including the Gothic masterpiece of Saint Nicholas Cathedral.
As we leave the city we stop at the beautiful golden beach which marks a stark contrast to the ghost town of Varosha which you can view from the beach. Once one of the most popular holiday resorts in Europe, the town was abandoned in 1974 after the Turkish invasion.
If you see the Book Now button below you can book this tour online. Otherwise please contact us to enquire.
The tour takes you to the monastery of Saint Barnabas who was martyred in 52AD. He founded the Cypriot Orthodox church and his tomb is located here as well as an icon museum.
The next stop is the ancient city kingdom of Salamis which was founded by Teucer following the Trojan war. The archaeological site contains the remains of the city - bathhouses, gymnasium, an amphitheatre and other buildings with marble columns.
Continuing on to Famagusta old town you have the opportunity to explore at your leisure. Walk the immense Venetian stone walls, Visit Othello Castle or wander the streets of the old town lined with shops, cafes and traditional architecture. There are over 300 churches, chapels and historic sites in Famagusta city including the Gothic masterpiece of Saint Nicholas Cathedral.
As we leave the city we stop at the beautiful golden beach which marks a stark contrast to the ghost town of Varosha which you can view from the beach. Once one of the most popular holiday resorts in Europe, the town was abandoned in 1974 after the Turkish invasion.
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 full day tour, around 10 hours duration. It is available anyday, all year round as a private tour. Please book at least 3 days in advance.
Departure Points / Pick up locations
This tour is available from Ayia Napa, Protaras and Larnaca areas. Pick up from your hotel / apartment is included. Pick up times start around 07.45 in Protaras, 08.00am in Ayia Napa and 08.45 in Larnaca.
What is IncludedIncludes pick up and drop off at your accommodation in Ayia Napa and Protaras.
Includes a professional guide / driver. Includes a full day tour by jeep. Entrance to Salamis and St Barnabas Monastery. |
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, 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 08.00 am from hotels in Ayia Napa, 07.45 am from Protaras and 08.30 am from hotels in Larnaca area.
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 vehicle is not wheelchair accessible.
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 08.00 am from hotels in Ayia Napa, 07.45 am from Protaras and 08.30 am from hotels in Larnaca area.
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 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.
