7 Days Private Tour of Cyprus Discovery

Day 1 Arrival in Larnaca; Pick up from Airport and Transfer to Limassol

1. 1

   Larnaca

   When you arrive at Larnaca International Airport today, our local guide will wait for you there and then transfer you to Limassol to check into the hotel.

Day 2 Day Trip to Paphos

1. 1

   Aphrodites Rock Art

   1 hour

   It is said to be the birthplace of goddess Aphrodite and the sea scenery there is breathtaking.

2. 2

   Kato Paphos Archaeological Park

   1 hour

   We will firstly explore the Paphos Archaeological Park for its ancient ruins and magnificent Roman mosaics.

3. 3

   Tombs of the Kings

   2 hours

   Then, visit the Tombs of the Kings in Greek and Roman architecture styles. It is a group of underground tombs carved out of solid rocks.

Day 3 Limassol Day Trip; Transfer to Kyrenia

1. 1

   Kourion

   2 hours

   Start the day with a visit to the Ancient Kourion. It is one of the most famous and representative archaeological sites in Cyprus and houses an ancient Roman theater which could accommodate 2,000 people.

2. 2

   Limassol Old Town

   2 hours

   You will be guided to walk through the historic quarters of the Limassol Old Town as well as the newly developed Limassol Marina, to expeirence and feel more of this city.

3. 3

   Limassol Castle

   2 hours

   Built in the early Byzantine era, it is now used as a Medieval Museum to display relics from medieval centuries.

4. 4

   Kyrenia

   1 hour

   Your guide and driver will transfer you to Kyrenia and help you settle down in the hotel.

Day 4 Kyrenia Regional Tour

1. 1

   Saint Hilarion Castle

   2 hours

   Today’s sightseeing visit will begin from the medieval St Hilarion Castle on a hilltop, which offers a commanding view of Kyrenia.

2. 2

   Bellapais Monastery

   2 hours

   This 800-year-old monastery in Gothic style does not have high buildings, but is large in scale with scenic views.

3. 3

   Kyrenia Castle

   1 hour

   We will see a 2,300-year-old shipwreck discovered in Cypriot waters.

4. 4

   Kyrenia Harbour

   1 hour

   A leisurely stroll around the Kyrenia Harbour will round off the day.

Day 5 Trip to Famagusta; Transfer to Nicosia

1. 1

   1 hour

   It is where St. Barnabas, the patron saint of Cyprus is buried. It also offers a great view of the ancient city Salamis.

2. 2

   Salamis

   1 hour

   Go to see Ancient City of Salamis in a close distance, which preserves the largest Roman amphitheater in Cyprus.

3. 3

   Famagusta District

   2 hours

   We will head to St. Nicolas Cathedral in the old city of Famagusta, which is the most beautiful Gothic style architecture in the country.

4. 4

   Varosha (Maras)

   1 hour

   The last stop we are going to visit today will be Varosha, the ghost town about 1.6 kilometers to the south of Famagusta old city.

5. 5

   Nicosia

   1 hour

   After that, your guide will transfer you to the hotel in Nicosia and help you settle down.

Day 6 Nicosia City Tour

1. 1

   Paphos Gate

   1 hour

   The western gate of the Venetian Walls encircling the Nicosia old town area.

2. 2

   Buyuk Han

   2 hours

   It is a caravanserai built in 1572 for traders. and you can see many handcraft shops, coffee shops and restaurants there.

3. 3

   Nicosia

   2 hours

   We will visit the Selimiye Mosque transformed from St. Sophia Church and the adjacent Bedesten - Eski Ayanikola Kilisesi, a culture center hosting shows and performances.

Day 7 Transfer to Larnaca and See-off

1. 1

   Larnaca

   1 hour

   Our guide will drive you from Nicosia to Larnaca International Airport, where you will take the onward flight back home or to your next destination.