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Discover Famagusta & Ghost Town In 7 Hours
  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Culture, History, Sightseeing

  • Duration

    7 Hours

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English, Turkish

Description

Today we drive to the east of the island, which is known as Famagusta. St. Barnabas Monastery and the Tomb of St. Barnabas will be visited. Barnabas was one of the Saints who had spread Christianity with St. Paul.  Salamis Ruins date back to 11BC. It was one of the oldest Kingdoms in Cyprus until 7AD. Gymnasium Roman baths are some of the sights that you will see while you listen to the amazing history of the island. Where is Arsinoe? When did it become Famagusta? This Medieval city is surrounded by high walls, which were made by Lusignans, and later additions were made by Venetians. St. Nicholas Cathedral and Venetian Palace are the few sights that you'll visit. What did the Ottomans do when they took over from the Venetians? You will learn about the history while taking photos of this amazing place. We cannot leave the city before tasting  Turkish desserts such as baklava or ekmek kadayifi. If you have not tried yet, for sure you do not know what you are missing!!  The last stop of the day will be Varosha, which is also known as Ghost Town. Are there any ghosts around? Why do they call it Ghost Town? We’ll take a short walk in Varosha, which was abandoned for 46 years, BUT now you can walk around and take photos in some areas. Does the program interest you? If so, all you have to do is book this tour and learn all about it from your licensed local guide.

Highlights
  • St. Barnabas Monastery
  • Salamis Ruins
  • St. Nicholas Cathedral
  • Venetian Palace
  • Namık Kemal Dungeon
  • St. Peter & St. Paul Church
  • Sea Gate 
  • Varosha
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    • Travel to the Eastern part of the city.

    • Visit the St. Barnabas Monastery and The Salamis Ruins

    • Walk around in the Medieval city of Famagusta

    • Visit St. Nicholas Cathedral, St. Peter & St. Paul Church, Lusignan Palace

    • A short walk in Varosha, which was opened to visitors in October 2020
What's Included
  • Professional guidance

  • Transportation with Jeep Renegade model

  • Parking tickets
  • A small bottle of water

  • The pick-up and drop-off are from Kyrenia, Famagusta (N. Cyprus), and Nicosia border crossing.

What's Excluded
  • Lunch

  • Tickets for historical sights

What to bring
  • If you are crossing from S. Cyprus you need your passport to show at the border crossings.
  • If from other cities, please ask for the transportation cost.
Know before you go
  • We'll be visiting the Cathedral & Mosque, please do not wear shorts or sleeveless T-shirts.
Meeting Point

Nicosia(border crossing), Famagusta, Kyrenia hotels..... If your location is another city please ask to see the cost of transfer.

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
The group size and price
1 To 4EUR 320 Per Group

This is a private tour

Starting From

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USD 354 / group