The 9 Best Walking Tours in Cyprus

1.Green Line and Buffer Zone Guided Walk

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

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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2.‘Off The Eaten Track’ City Walking Food Tour Larnaca 3.5hrs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $59

Spend about four hours walking Larnaca with a local Cyprus Taste Tours guide, stopping at five places for Cypriot snacks, home cooking, drinks, and dessert. Guides such as Demi and Emilia lead small groups of up to 10 through the old town, market area, and streets behind Finikoudes. Vegetarian and vegan options are available.

“Enjoyable day meandering around Larnaca tasting all sorts of Cypriot delights - from savoury to sweet, from liquid to crunch. No need for dinner that night after a surfeit of great food.”

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3.Nicosia Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $57

Meet a Nicosia local for a private two-to-six-hour walk shaped around your interests. Hosts such as Iliana, Ute, and Charys have helped visitors understand the divided capital, local life, and key sights. You choose the start time and can request specific places in advance. Hotel pickup in central Nicosia is available.

“Fue en Español. Domina genial el idioma. Nicosia es una ciudad por ser la única capital Europea dividida, como lo estuvo Berlín, y ella nos ayudo a entender lo extraño y compleja de la situación en esta ciudad centenaria.”

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4.From Paphos to Divided Nicosia (North Cyprus walk in) and Larnaca

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 10 reviews · from $74

Leave Paphos by air-conditioned vehicle for Hala Sultan Tekke, Larnaca Salt Lake, and the Church of St. Lazarus. In Nicosia, walk through the old city, cross the Green Line, and enjoy free time in Northern Cyprus. Hotel pickup and an experienced guide are included, but vehicle space can vary.

“Absolute terrible experience , packed into a small long wheel base Ford transit mini bus , needing to be updated 14 people , packed no room to move or sit comfortable throughout the whole experience . Back end of the bus you felt everRead more”

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5.Nature Walking tour in the Mediterranean Cyprus-6days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $227

Spend six private days walking around Alsancak, Karsiyaka, Ilgaz, Bellapais, Esentepe, and Karmi with guide Kozeta. Expect three to three and a half hours of walking each day, narrow paths, pine forest, village lanes, coastal views, monasteries, and transport from Alsancak. Snacks, water, fruit, and walking sticks are included.

“We have been on several treks with Kozeta and I can say she has a very professional outlook and attitude. She researchers the area, paths, and walking conditions for each trek. Detailed instructions are given including accurate length, terrain, elevations and difficulty so nRead more”

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6.Private Walking Tour of Limassol

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $118

Walk Limassol with a private guide for about 3.5 hours, starting at the castle and moving through the old port, historic center, Cyprus Medieval Museum area, and marina. Guides such as Koula, Melina, Marina, and Martine bring local stories and practical tips. Entrance fees are included, and the tour ends where it begins.

“Excellent tour with our very knowledgeable and friendly guide Martine. I would highly recommend to anyone that is interested in learning about the history of Limassol.”

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7.Private Walking Tour of Paphos

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 8 reviews · from $119

Start at Kato Paphos Archaeological Park at 9:00 am for a private, three-and-a-half-hour walk with a professional guide. Visit the House of Dionysus, Christian basilica ruins, Saranta Kolones Castle, and Paphos Harbour. Guides speak several languages, and Ulla and Marina have been especially praised for clear explanations and thoughtful pacing.

“The tour is a good chance to know about the archaeological features of a city mostly known for its beaches. That's my case. However, if you're already an specialist in mythology and History, the tour might disappoint a little.”

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8.Limassol Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $56Best value

Explore Limassol with a private Lokafyer for 2 to 6 hours, starting at the Archaeological Museum. Your host, such as Gillian or Nafsika, shapes the walk around your interests, from old sites and the marina to current affairs and local life. You choose the pace, but ask for specific sights before arrival.

“Plleasant guide, but for some reason the tour olerator had us meet more thanna mile from the old city, port, marina, etc., so we had to walk there before really seeing much. Not the guide’s fault.”

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9.Private Day Walk in the Nature Near Kyrenia, Cyprus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $208

Spend 3 to 5 hours walking quiet rural tracks near Kyrenia with a private guide, then explore Bellapais village and its 800-year-old abbey. You will hear about Cyprus, local plant life, and village life while enjoying coastline views. Pickup is offered, and water, snacks, and seasonal fruit are included.

“This was a delightful walk with terrific views. A couple that organized it are lovely people and have a lot of useful information to share.”

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