From Ayia Napa: Famagusta City Tour with Salamis and Varosha

4.9
(11 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Cross the UN-patrolled border into northern Cyprus and visit some of the north’s most famous historical sites. The first stop of this day trip is Salamis Archaeological Site, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea from Cyprus’s east coast.

Salamis was the most brilliant ancient city in Cyprus and the capital of the island for more than a 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. Discover the archaeological site of Salamis as your guide shares with you the rise and fall of this Great Greek Kingdom.

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

All pick ups are from main road outside hotel reception

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Pick up guests from Ayia Napa and Protaras resort

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Drive to Dherynia Checkpoint – cross the Green Line and drive to Salamis city ruins

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Salamis

    Guiding and free time in Salamis (incl. refreshment at Bedis)

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Drive to and visit St. Barnabas church and tomb

    35 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Ghost Town Famagusta

    Drive to Varosha

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Ghost Town Famagusta

    Walk through partly opened Varosha ***guests that just wish to see the first part in Varosha towards beach and find it enough, can be directed back to bus – rest of group continues up to Bank of Cyprus in Varosha for walk and will then return ***

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Famagusta

    Drive to Othello's Tower (no visit inside)

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Famagusta

    Visit Saint Nicholas Cathedral

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Famagusta

    Free time in the old town of Famagusta

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Famagusta (Pass by)

    Panoramic view of the ghost town of Famagusta

    Admission ticket free
  • 10

    Drive to Dherynia check point - cross the Green Line

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11

    Drive to Dherynia check point - cross the Green Line

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Supplied by Explore Cyprus

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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