Famagusta and Salamis Tour from Larnaka, Protaras & Ayia Napa
Description
Once we pick you up from your hotel, we will drive to the north part of the island, where we start with Salamis, founded by Teucer, in 1180 BC. We will visit the theater, the spa, and the gym. Here is where St. Barnabas was born and killed, the saint who had accompanied St. Paul during his journey through Cyprus. We will continue to the medieval city of Famagusta, whose mighty walls symbolize the city’s glory of its historic past and the need to defend itself against attacks from enemies. Next, we will visit the Cathedral of St. Nicholas (converted into the mosque of Lala Mustafa Pasha) in which, at the time of the Lusignani, the coronation of many of the rulers of Cyprus and Jerusalem took place. We will have the opportunity to walk through the narrow streets of Famagusta and see from the outside the citadel and the tower of Othello. Finally there will be a walk through the streets of Varosha, also known as Ghost town after the conflict of 1974.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Free time in Famagusta Old Town Center for sightseeing, walking and lunch or coffee (optional extra for lunch, not included in the price)
Guiding at the archaeological site of Salamis and Saint Barbaras church and tomb.
Walk inside the part of Ghost Town of Varosha and/or spend free time on the Golden beach
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick ups in Larnaka start at 7:30 from the bus stop Bus Stop Arch. Makariou (Police Station), WJ9P+FJ6, Archiepiskopou Makariou III and ends at 7:45 at the bus stop Akropoleos Ave. - Lordos - Sandy - Golden Bay Exact pick up time and pick up point will be sent 1 day prior to excursion. It is recommended to be 5-10 minutes earlier at the pick up place. Expect a coach with MTS logo in the front window or a taxi/minubus which will bring you to Ayia Napa where you will join the coach.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bring sunscreen and hat, especially in the summer months
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel. If your passport is set to expire less than six months after your trip, you could be denied boarding or entry. European Union Citizens are allowed to use Identity Cards - For other nationalities passports are required. Only original documents will be accepted at the checkpoint - no photocopies or electronic versions are allowed.
- Please be advised that holders of Armenian, Syrian, Nigerian and Turkmenistan passports and cannot join the excursion, unless they have a special visa! Ukrainians that live in Cyprus with a refugee status cannot join the excursion.
- For the minors travelling with only one parent or in the care of friends or relatives a consent letter should be used for a cross-border travel.
Reviews(88)
What am incredible tour. Our guide Olga was incredible. One of the best i have ever had. This tour took you to incredible places. A highlight was walking through Varosha but really enjoyed the Walled City. Great day.
A very interesting visit into the history of Cyprus from antiquity to the modern era. Olga, our guide, knew how to explain the recent history of Cyprus with as much tact and distance as possible.
Our guide Olga was very friendly and knowledgable. We learned s lot on this trip.
Excellent tour of the Turkish sector with a knowledgeable guide Olga who was able to provide thoughtful perspective on the geopolitical issues, as well as very informative of the archeology and history of Cyprus. Highly recommended.
Our guide Olga was a delight. Her passion for this tour was clear to see and she brought Varosha back to life with her knowledge. Not to much walking. And just the right length of time spent in each of the locations. This tour gave us an insight into to how the island was split and what it has been like for both sides since then along with what it was like centuries ago. A little bit of culture delivered in just the right way. Thank you Olga for a lovely day.
Visiting these places is certainly fascinating, but thanks to Olga it becomes a real experience. It makes you experience the emotions of the transformation of the pre- and post-Turkish invasion area, involves you, pushes you to document yourself. Definitely the natural heritage is the protagonist, but Olga's culture and transportation are the exciting part of the activity
Olga was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable. Everything ran v smoothly and to time. Would definitely recommend
A good day for us to spend there great place
The tour included a nice selection of locations, with Famagusta the highlight. The guide was very knowledgeable and helpful re when facilities would be available.
Famagusta and Salamis are worth seeing. In the evening back in Ayja Napa, however, we noticed that we had lost my driving license. In fact, we have not been able to locate a Turkish body/office/museum office tourist office with mailing address that we could have written to inquire if anyone found and handed in this driver's license. Is that really possible? In this day and age, as EVERYONE owns a mobile phone, practically everyone is digitally accessible!!?? So we were only left, in the Greek. Police station in Ajia Napa to report the loss. Too bad!
