4-Hour Varosha and Famagusta Tour with Old City Landmarks

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Learn how the town of Varosha was abandoned
• 02 Visit the Cultural & Heritage Center in Varosha
• 03 Explore the old city on the Turkish side of Cyprus
• 04 See Famagusta's city walls, Othello's Tower, and St. Nicholas Cathedral

Discover the fascinating abandoned beach town of Famagusta on this 4-hour tour from the Ayia Napa area. Visit the Cultural & Heritage Center in Varosha to learn about the Turkish invasion of Cyprus that led to the town's abandonment, then cross into the Turkish side of Cyprus to explore the old city of Famagusta. Along the way, see historical landmarks such as the city walls, Othello's Tower, and St. Nicholas Cathedral.

Start with a visit to the Cultural & Heritage Center in Varosha, where you'll learn about the Turkish invasion of Cyprus that led to the town's abandonment.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Famagusta, Agia Napa

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Varosha and the Old City of Famagusta

On this tour from the Ayia Napa area, glimpse the abandoned beach town of Famagusta. Start with a visit to the Cultural & Heritage Center in Varosha, where you'll learn about the Turkish invasion of Cyprus that led to the town's abandonment. Then cross into the Turkish side of Cyprus, where you'll have time to explore the old city before returning to your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Driver/guide
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Local taxes
• Entry/Admission - Famagusta Viewpoint

What's Not Included

• Refreshments
• Food and drinks
• Gratuities

Know before you go

• Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
• An adult must accompany children.
• Operates in all weather conditions, so please dress appropriately.
• Dress code is smart casual.
• Passports are required for border control.
• If a baby seat is required, a child price will apply.
• Most travellers can participate.
• This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it's canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travellers.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Hotel pickup is offered.

Tour start

Ayia Napa, Cyprus

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.