Cyprus · NORTH CYPRUS DAY TRIPS

The 15 Best North Cyprus Day Trips

25 tours  ·  from $46 a head

Famagusta, Salamis and Kyrenia are a checkpoint and a coach ride away. The 15 below set out what each day covers, what it costs and what you need to carry to cross.

Ghost-Town Famagusta Mini Bus Tour from Protaras and Ayia Napa - The walled city brings a different kind of history
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Ghost-Town Famagusta Mini Bus Tour from Protaras and Ayia Napa

1.Ghost-Town Famagusta Mini Bus Tour from Protaras and Ayia Napa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 298 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60Our pick

Travel from Protaras or Ayia Napa with a guide such as George, Athos, or Olga to see Famagusta from Derynia, cross the border, walk Varosha’s deserted streets, and explore the walled old city. The 4.5-hour trip includes hotel pickup, binoculars, transport, and free time, but you must bring your passport.

“An extremely interesting and informative tour, brought to life by our excellent guide Atos. His in-depth knowledge gave us a perfect insight into and understanding of the history of the area.”

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Full-day Famagusta: Lost Cities & Coastal Secrets from Paphos - Crossing at Strovilia
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Full-day Famagusta: Lost Cities & Coastal Secrets from Paphos

2.Full-day Famagusta: Lost Cities & Coastal Secrets from Paphos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 274 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $82

Spend about 11 hours crossing from Paphos into North Cyprus with a licensed guide. Visit ancient Salamis, walk Famagusta’s medieval center, and see Varosha, the resort abandoned in 1974. Pickup, transport, guide services, and entrance fees are included. Bring your passport or eligible European ID, water, and patience for a long day.

“A long day but very interesting. Could have been longer at the ghost town didn't manage to see all of it”

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Nicosia: Green Line and Buffer Zone Guided Walk - Ledra Palace and a city frozen in time
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Nicosia: Green Line and Buffer Zone Guided Walk

3.Green Line and Buffer Zone Guided Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 147 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $83Top rated

Join Eleni Ellinas for a small-group walk through Nicosia’s divided old city. See Famagusta Gate, the Venetian walls, Ledra Palace, abandoned buildings, military barriers, and the Green Line. The walk usually includes a coffee or tea stop and may cross into northern Nicosia, depending on the group and arrangements.

“Great insight to a complicated situation and we left with much greater understanding of this divided capital. Eleni was excellent, informative, charming and considerate of heat with stops for her visitors. We really enjoyed it.”

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NORTHERN CYPRUS ALL-IN-ONE Private Day Trip from Nicosia - Famagusta Walled City and Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque
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NORTHERN CYPRUS ALL-IN-ONE Private Day Trip from Nicosia

4.NORTHERN CYPRUS ALL-IN-ONE Private Day Trip from Nicosia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 89 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $216

Spend 9 to 10 hours crossing from Nicosia into Northern Cyprus with a private guide such as Sedat, Sebnem, Cemal, or Ozgur. You’ll visit ancient Salamis, Famagusta, Varosha, Kyrenia, Bellapais, and North Nicosia, with transport, lunch, drinks, and entrance fees included.

“This trip was a great time, very hot! Chemal was very nice! I would recommend booking this trip if you are in Cyprus.”

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Red Bus Varosha experience in English from Ayia Napa, Protaras - Crossing with the correct documents
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Red Bus Varosha experience in English from Ayia Napa, Protaras

5.Red Bus Varosha experience in English from Ayia Napa, Protaras

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 88 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $45Best value

Travel from Ayia Napa or Protaras to Varosha in Famagusta on an English-language red bus tour. Guide Hayley has led many departures, with drivers including Clive, John, Paul, and Gary. You get about two hours to walk the abandoned streets, hire a bike or scooter, and take a swim break before returning.

“Great time on the top deck of this bus, it’s very windy! Our guide Hayley was so knowledgeable & kept informing us about the areas we drove through. It did take an hour & half to drive from Ayia Napa to Varosha picking people up on the way. Once there we had nearly 2hrs to look around which you need. There is a lot of walking but you can hire bikes, scooters etc. There are plenty of toilets & your given a map which explains everything. Big thanks to John too our driver for such an enjoyable & informative day. Well worth the visit.”

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Lefkara & Nicosia’s Divided Past & Present from Paphos - Key points to know before booking
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Lefkara & Nicosia’s Divided Past & Present from Paphos

6.Lefkara & Nicosia’s Divided Past & Present from Paphos

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 80 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Travel from Paphos to Lefkara and Nicosia by air-conditioned coach. Visit lace workshops, see St John’s Cathedral and Old Town landmarks, then cross the Ledra Street checkpoint into Northern Nicosia for Büyük Han. Guides such as Sophia and Maria provide live commentary. Bring your passport and comfortable walking shoes.

“It was a long journey but one not to be missed. To see the city and culture, both on the Greek Cypriot side and the Turkish Cypriot side, was amazing, and on top of that able to see the mountains on the Turkish side from a high point was good. And, visiting the Venetian walls and church was an added bonus. Once again, thanks to Sophia and Adam.”

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Day Tour to Famagusta, Ghost Town & Ancient Salamis - The long ride from Paphos to Choirokoitia
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Day Tour to Famagusta, Ghost Town & Ancient Salamis

7.Day Tour to Famagusta, Ghost Town & Ancient Salamis

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $66

Travel from Paphos to ancient Salamis, Famagusta, and Varosha on an 11 to 12-hour guided day trip. Guide Eva brings Cyprus history to life with personal memories of the 1974 conflict. Expect passport checks, a long coach ride, a short coffee stop, free time for lunch, and a moving walk near the abandoned resort of Varosha.

“Our guide Eva was very informative and knowledgeable, whilst also giving us her own personal account of what happened when the Turkish invaded. Thank you Eva for making this trip so memorable.”

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Divided Capital NICOSIA - Starting at Ledra Street and crossing the city divide
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Divided Capital NICOSIA

8.Divided Capital NICOSIA

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours walking through divided Nicosia with a private English-speaking guide, often including Sirin. See Ottoman, Venetian, Gothic, Greek Cypriot, and Turkish Cypriot landmarks, cross between north and south at Ledra Street, and pause for Cypriot coffee or borek. The price covers up to four people.

“While I was sadly unable to attend due to a (very) last minute work conflict, I’m posting a 5 star review here because I really think the staff has earned one, given how accommodating and understanding they were. Even though my guide lost a significant amount of time while she waited for me to find out whether or not I could attend, she was incredibly gracious and we’ve arranged to take this overdue tour whenever I return to Cyprus! I was really impressed by the professionalism and kindness of my guide and I’m confident anyone who books through this company will have a great experience—even if, like me, it the…”

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Kyrenia Tour (only from Nicosia/Kyrenia Hotels) - Kyrenia Castle and its ancient shipwreck
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Kyrenia Tour (only from Nicosia/Kyrenia Hotels)

9.Kyrenia Tour (only from Nicosia/Kyrenia Hotels)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Travel from Nicosia to Kyrenia in an air-conditioned vehicle with a private English-speaking guide. Walk through Kyrenia Castle, the Venetian harbor, an Ottoman cemetery, the Round Tower, Bandabuliya market, and Gothic Bellapais Monastery. Guides may include Sirin Suha or Sedat. The tour lasts about five hours and suits groups of up to four.

“I visited Cyprus for the second time this year. As I decided to get acquainted with the northern part of the island, I pre-booked a private tour to Kyrenia and Bellapais Abbey. The trip was led by Mrs. Sirin Suha. It was a spectacular half-day tour to amazing sites. And Mrs. Sirin was a wonderful companion - she speaks English perfectly, knows her job very well, and knows Cyprus and its history very well too. Therefore, immediately after that, we arranged an excursion to the medieval city of Famagusta and to the Troodos mountains. The last trips left a great impression not only because of the uniqueness of the objects…”

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A Day Trip to Medieval FAMAGUSTA (Kyrenia, Nicosia or Famagusta ) - St. Barnabas Monastery and the saint’s hidden tomb
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A Day Trip to Medieval FAMAGUSTA (Kyrenia, Nicosia or Famagusta )

10.A Day Trip to Medieval FAMAGUSTA (Kyrenia, Nicosia or Famagusta )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Travel by private vehicle from Kyrenia, Nicosia, or Famagusta with a driver-guide, including Sirin, to St. Barnabas Monastery, Salamis, medieval Famagusta, and Varosha. You get included admission, bottled water, and time to walk through major historic sites at your own pace. Lunch is extra.

“Brilliant trip. Great to spend the day with our wonderful guide Sirin and see and hear some of the history of Cyprus. Best part was seeing some of the ‘ghost town’ of Famagusta. Would definitely recommend this tour.”

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Paphos: Larnaca & Divided Nicosia Sightseeing Tour - Saint Lazarus Church and its sacred relics
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Paphos: Larnaca & Divided Nicosia Sightseeing Tour

11.Larnaca & Divided Nicosia Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 14 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $81

Travel from Paphos to Larnaca and divided Nicosia with an English-speaking local guide, including Hala Sultan Tekke, Saint Lazarus Church, the seaside promenade, Ledra Street, and Northern Nicosia. Hotel pickup, transport, and drop-off are included. Bring your passport, covered clothing, water, and comfortable shoes.

“Great trip, was quite pricey for what it is but I enjoyed my day, get to spend a couple of hours solo time in north Nicosia”

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Private Tour to the Highlights of Kyrenia - A half-hour at Kyrenia Harbour
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Private Tour to the Highlights of Kyrenia

12.Private Tour to the Highlights of Kyrenia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $210

Meet your licensed guide at Ledra Street checkpoint at 9:00 am for a private day in Northern Cyprus. Visit St. Hilarion Castle, Bellapais Monastery, Kyrenia Castle, and Kyrenia’s old harbor. Lunch, drinks, water, transport, and entrance fees are included. Guides such as Sedat and Camel bring local history to life.

“Our guide was excellent with plenty of information and answers to all our questions. The day gave us all the main areas of interest north of Nicosia, plus a local lunch. A lot of walking but worth it for the experience. Thoroughly recommended”

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Famagusta and Blue Lagoon Jeep Safari from Protaras - Crossing the checkpoint into Northern Cyprus
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Famagusta and Blue Lagoon Jeep Safari from Protaras

13.Famagusta and Blue Lagoon Jeep Safari from Protaras

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $111

Travel from Protaras by small-group vehicle to Derynia and Famagusta, where guides such as George Michael explain Cyprus’s division and the 1974 invasion. Cross into the north, explore the walled city, then cruise to the Blue Lagoon for swimming, snorkeling, a second swim stop, and lunch with a local drink. Pickup is available from selected hotels.

“Probably one of best trips . Our driver George Micheal (his real name) was very knowledgeable funny and passionate about the area, we learnt a lot about the history of the area ,not just the Turkish invasion.The boat trip afterwards was great although we didn,t see any turtles that was not the boats fault turtles are wild creatures and move around a lot. The meal on board was delicious and the crew very helpful.”

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From Nicosia and Kyrenia: Famagusta & Kyrenia as Circular Tour - Salamis gives you the day’s best ancient ruins
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From Nicosia and Kyrenia: Famagusta & Kyrenia as Circular Tour

14.From Nicosia and Kyrenia: Famagusta & Kyrenia as Circular Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Travel from Nicosia in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide to Famagusta, Salamis, Bellapais, and Kyrenia. You’ll see Varosha’s abandoned hotels, Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Roman ruins, a hilltop abbey, and Kyrenia Harbour. Guides such as Cemaliye, Cemal, Chema, and Sirin Suha are assigned according to availability.

“Celmaliye was very flexible to my family‘s needs and tailored the tour exactly how we needed it. She was easy to contact and gave us an outstanding tour with lots of local tips and history lessons. I would highly recommend this experience. Northern Cyprus is beautiful!”

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Full Day Tour in Famagusta: The Ghost City - Golden Sand Beach and a short coffee break
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Full Day Tour in Famagusta: The Ghost City

15.Full Day Tour in Famagusta: The Ghost City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Travel from Larnaca in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to Famagusta, Varosha, Golden Sand Beach, Salamis, and St. Barnabas Monastery. Driver Steve has been praised for sharing useful context and adapting the day to your interests. Bring your passport, budget for lunch and entry fees, and expect a moving look at northern Cyprus.

“We were fortunate enough to be able to take this tour from Limassol at extra cost. Our driver was very experienced, and although he provided much information, did not act as a guide, so we visited the locations ourselves. Given the venues this was not adverse. All the area is in the Turkish north of Cyprus so passports were necessary, and while there can be very long delays/queues at the border, this was January, so it was quiet. Although memorable it cannot for us be described as enjoyable, since the experience of visiting Varoche (now Maras) the up market area of Famagusta, and its desecration, now decaying after 57 years…”

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