7-Hour Kyrenia and Famagusta Tour

7 Hours Round trip from Nicosia Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Stroll Bellapais village and visit the Gothic Bellapais Abbey
02 Explore Kyrenia Castle and the Shipwreck Museum featuring a 300BC wreck
03 Walk along Kyrenia’s old marina for classic harbor views and local atmosphere
04 Discover the medieval walled city of Famagusta, including St. Nicholas Cathedral and the Lusignan Palace
05 Take a short, moving walk through Varosha

Discover the layered history of Northern Cyprus on a 7-hour journey through Kyrenia and Famagusta, combining Gothic architecture, medieval fortifications, and poignant modern history. From the charming lanes of Bellapais village to the atmospheric old streets of Famagusta, this tour brings you face-to-face with the island’s most iconic landmarks.

Visit Bellapais Abbey, admire the sea views from Kyrenia’s historic harbor, and explore Kyrenia Castle and its Shipwreck Museum before continuing to the medieval city of Famagusta, including St. Nicholas Cathedral and the Lusignan Palace, with a reflective walk through Varosha.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Nicosia, Famagusta, Kyrenia

Languages English, Turkish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Kyrenia and Famagusta Tour

Our first stop of the day will be at the Bellapais. We will walk in the narrow roads of the village and visit the Bellapais Monastery. This building is a masterpiece of Gothic art and one of the most beautiful in the Near East.
Continue to Kyrenia Castle, built during the Byzantine period in the 8th century.
Visit the Shipwreck Museum within the castle. The shipwreck dates back to 300BC.
A short walk in the old marina
Drive to Famagusta.
Visit the Medieval city of Famagusta and explore the St. Nicholas Cathedral, Lusignan Palace, and other historical sites.
Take a short walk in Varosha
The tour will end at the pick-up point.