10 Archaeology Tours in Famagusta District That You Shouldn't Miss

November 1, 2021 Tambra Mccollister

Discover the best top things to do in Famagusta District, Cyprus including NORTHERN CYPRUS IN A NUTSHELL WITH KARPAZ from Kyrenia, Pano Lefkara, Choirokoitia and Walled Nicosia from Protaras, Karpaz Tour ( Karpasia ) Full Day , Individual Tours from Paphos, Pafos and Kourion Coach Excursion from Ayia Napa, Salamis Ancient Kingdom and Famagusta from Limassol, Full-day Famagusta, Varosha, and Salamis Tour from Paphos, Salamis Ancient Kingdom and Famagusta from Paphos, Nicosia Famagusta and Kyrenia Private Day Trip with Salamis and Bellapais Abbey, Salamis Ancient Kingdom and Famagusta from Aphrodite Hills and Pissouri Bay.
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1. NORTHERN CYPRUS IN A NUTSHELL WITH KARPAZ from Kyrenia

SIVIL SAVUNMA, Şht. İlker Karter Sk, Girne 99300 Sidetour
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Our tour CYPRUS IN A NUTSHELL is the ideal tour for those who want to see as much as possible in one day. So it is the perfect program for the summer when you do not want to loose much from your precious time at the beach and in the crystal clear Mediterranean sea of Cyprus. The Karpaz peninsula, the historic cities of both Famagusta and Nicosia and the ruins of Salamis are a MUST SEE for every visitor of Cyprus - come and join! Our dedicated guides are happy to welcome you and show you our wonderful country!

Inclusions: Snacks, Professional guide, Lunch

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Drinks

Reviewed By QuarantineCaptive

...and in case you are incarcerated by the TRNC Ministry in a cell on the construction site on the pretext of keeping you under quarantine, you can have incessant welding and drilling, bedding wreaked with smoke and everything else you are keen on as your idea of 10-day healthy stay in Nicosia quarters. I can't believe this is happening and it is all on the mandatory pre-paid quarantine package organized by the Ministry of Health.

2. Pano Lefkara, Choirokoitia and Walled Nicosia from Protaras

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The trip includes some of the most important cultural attractions in Cyprus. Furthermore depending on the option selected, if we have time (and depending on travellers' preferences) we may also visit other important cultural heritage sites in the area (eg Panagia Angeloktisti church in Kiti village) or even do some wine tasting in a winery near Pano Lefkara village.

Inclusions: Possibly) Walking tour, Private tour, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Possibly) Birdwatching

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Choirokoitia Neolithic site entry fee

Reviewed By Dave H

We had a wonderful walk from the Crystal Springs Beach Hotel to Protaras. It was a lovely seaside walk though we almost got lost

3. Karpaz Tour ( Karpasia ) Full Day

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We pick you up from your Hotel or Villa, or Pick up point 09:00 am Our 1st Stop is Bogaz fishing village, We will have small coffee or Ice Cream break, follows, Diner olive oil Factory visiting, than we stop at Dipkarpaz Village Center for Small Break, will able to see Old church, and if you wish you can buy some apple for Donkeys, than we will drive to Apostolos Andreas Monastery, on our way we will stop at Zafer & Nikos Restaurant for Lunch break, than our tour follows to national park, and Apostolos Andreas Monastery, Holly water, and on return we stop at Golden Sandy beach swim break, and Back to Meeting point around 16:00 16:30

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch

4. Individual Tours from Paphos

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We will work out for you or your family an individual excursion tour: an excursion that meets all your wishes. We will pick up and prepare suitable transport, and guide who speaks your language, and agree on the route. In general, we will do our best to make this tour not only unique, but also unforgettable for you!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Entrance fees to amenities , Lunch

Reviewed By Ellisd91

Fantastic day out, the tour guide was so informative and told us information about the history of the island and info on each stop in between so the drive to each destination was not boring. It did not stick exactly to the itinerary but we did not mind as it was all so interesting and we still visited places we would have missed if we did not do the tour. Highly recommend.

5. Pafos and Kourion Coach Excursion from Ayia Napa

V.M. Mantovani Plotin Travel Ltd.
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A full day trip that will take you to the western end of Cyprus and back in time to the ancient Greek civilization and its' rich history and mythology. Visit Kourion and the House of Eustolios with its mosaics and bath establishments, one of the most important archaeological sites on the island. Next stop is the town of Paphos, where you will have the chance to visit the House of Dionysos with its famous and unique mosaics (entrance fee for the House of Dionysos is not included in the price) and enjoy the area surrounding the picturesque Paphos harbor. On the way back visit Yeroskipou Village, were you can taste and buy the traditional "Cyprus delights". Final stop is at the "Petra tou Romiou", the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite the Goddess of love and beauty.

Inclusions: 45-minute guided tour in the archaeological site of ancient Kourion, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Entrance fees: Entrance and guided tour at the mosaics in the House of Dionysos, Lunch

Reviewed By Daydream673292

We visited the zoo the other day, it has most animals you could think off, they seemed well kept for the most part, a zookeeper mark allowed us to get a once in a lifetime photo with a giraffe, and you could tell he cared deeply about the animals, thought it was a great day out. We did think the monkey enclosures could be bigger and were a little on the small side, again with the birds and the ostriches. But other than that, the majority of the animals seemed to have big time enclosures and plenty of space to roam. And they are all rescue animals from what I understood, so have deffo got a better quality of life. I wouldn’t eat there though we went to the cafe which had run out of hand sanitiser when we entered, so we informed the staff, but then when we left it still hadn’t been refilled which during corona times is quite irresponsible. But if you like going to the zoo, take your own lunch and hand sanitiser and you will have a good day out ????

6. Salamis Ancient Kingdom and Famagusta from Limassol

Limassol City, Limassol City, Limassol Destination Services Cyprus
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Cross UN buffer zone into occupied Cyprus and visit some of the north's most famous historical sites. First stop, Salamis Archaeological Site, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Salamis was the most brilliant ancient city in Cyprus and the capital of the island for more than thousand years. The archaeological site of Salamis, culture and history is considered as one of the most important not just in Cyprus but also in the Mediterranean Sea. Next stop, Famagusta City where you will visit the Latin Cathedral of Saint Nicholas and Othello Tower (outside visit). Enjoy your free time for lunch or for strolling around in the old town. Before heading back, a short stop at Constantia Beach where you will have the opportunity for a panoramic view of the ghost town of Famagusta. The once bustling holiday resort which was abandoned during the Turkish invasion of 1974, and has remained sealed behind barbed wire barricades ever since. Please remember to bring passport / ID on this trip.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch, Souvenir

Reviewed By EntrepreneurTheMovie

Highly recommended after exploring much of Cyprus - this tour covered amazing historical areas with a personable, wonderful and knowledgeable tour guide - Eva. Really have to book this tour with a guide to appreciate the history, plus you will receive a personal and private and educational wine-tasting, along with a tasty lunch. All inclusive so you won't have to worry about a thing and can enjoy the ride :)

7. Full-day Famagusta, Varosha, and Salamis Tour from Paphos

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You will enjoy a coffee break at Choirokoitia on the way.After passing from Strovilia checkpoint you will visit the ancient Kingdom of Salamis ,St.Varnavas church and St.Nicolaos cathedral where you will have free time for lunch(not included in the price).You will finish the tour by seeing the ghost city of Varosi and return to Paphos. .

Inclusions: Professional driver, Air-conditioned coach, Licensed guide, Pick up and drop off from Paphos city centre hotels

Exclusions: Meals and drinks

Reviewed By AliceBT30

This was a lovely trip. The bus stops at three different monasteries with the opportunity for a lovely lunch at one of them. The guide was very informative, not just about the monasteries but Cyprus in general. I would highly recommend it.

8. Salamis Ancient Kingdom and Famagusta from Paphos

Paphos, Paphos, Paphos District Destination Services Cyprus
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Cross UN buffer zone into occupied Cyprus and visit some of the north's most famous historical sites. First stop is Salamis Archaeological Site, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea from Cyprus east coast. Salamis was the most brilliant ancient city in Cyprus and the capital of the island for more than thousand years. The archaeological site of Salamis, culture and history is considered as one of the most important not just in Cyprus but also in the Mediterranean Sea. Next stop, Famagusta City where you will visit the Latin Cathedral of Saint Nicholas. Enjoy your free time for lunch or for strolling around in the old town. Before heading back, a short stop at Constantia Beach where you will have the opportunity for a panoramic view of the ghost town of Famagusta. The once bustling holiday resort which was abandoned during the Turkish invasion of 1974, and has remained sealed behind barbed wire barricades ever since. Please remember to bring passport / ID on this trip.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch, Souvenir

Reviewed By karimhW4071BR

The jeep ride was a bit too fast for my liking, especially on the winding mountain dirt roads. We enjoyed the natural reserves and the beautiful natural views though. It would have been nice to get more info on the places we were visiting, but maybe there wasn't much to them apart from the pretty views. The boat cruise was ok, lots of passangers, an hour to the Blue Lagoon, and hour there and an hour back. The Blue Lagoon itself was a bay full of other ships like ours, I thought it was going to be a little more quaint. Overall it was alright, always an experience and new sights seen.

9. Nicosia Famagusta and Kyrenia Private Day Trip with Salamis and Bellapais Abbey

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Get a comprehensive tour of Famagusta and Kyrenia’s on this full-day, private, guided tour from Nicosia. See the Roman ruins of Salamis, Bellapais, Kyrenia harbor, and Varosha on this historical tour. This tour includes pickup and drop-off for Nicosia hotels, private transport and all entrance fees.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (hotels in Nicosia only), Private driver/guide, Transport by private, air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By Justawfulhols

Never Turkey or Cyprus again. The surly and arrogant nature of Turkish people only surpassed by their greed.

10. Salamis Ancient Kingdom and Famagusta from Aphrodite Hills and Pissouri Bay

Aphrodite Hills Holiday Residences & Apartments, Λεωφόρος Αφροδίτης 3, Sakarya 8509, Cyprus Destination Services Cyprus

Cross UN buffer zone into occupied Cyprus and visit some of the north's most famous historical sites. First stop, Salamis Archaeological Site, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Salamis was the most brilliant ancient city in Cyprus and the capital of the island for more than thousand years. The archaeological site of Salamis, culture and history is considered as one of the most important not just in Cyprus but also in the Mediterranean Sea. Next stop is Famagusta City where you will visit the Latin Cathedral of Saint Nicholas and Othello Tower (outside visit). Enjoy your free time for lunch or for strolling around in the old town. Before heading back, a short stop at Constantia Beach where you will have the opportunity for a panoramic view of the ghost town of Famagusta. The once bustling holiday resort which was abandoned during the Turkish invasion of 1974, and has remained sealed behind barbed wire barricades ever since. Please remember to bring passport / ID on this trip.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Drinks, Lunch, Souvenir

Reviewed By TillynJack

We booked this trip through TUI as it was promoted by them. As we were staying in Paphos we wanted to see more of the island. The destinations in the Troodos were varied and the lunch was excellent. However, whoever is promoting the trip should make everyone aware that the majority of the time is spent on the minibus (very good driver) and whilst many of the views of the mountains are wonderful, the route is very twisty and mountainous. Whoever is promoting the trip should also make people aware that those who suffer from travel sickness may want to consider whether it is for them.

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