Exclusive North Cyprus Private Tour: Discover the Charming Old Town of Famagusta

Nowhere else on the island do so many eras lie so close together as in Famagusta.

This private tour takes you across the border into Northern Cyprus, where you’ll walk through a maze of medieval streets, step inside Gothic cathedrals turned mosques, and see history that’s still alive – and history that was suddenly frozen in Famagusta.

Whether you choose after Famagusta to visit the Roman ruins of Salamis or the haunting silence of Varosha, the infamous ghost town abandoned since 1974 – this tour will leave you thinking long after it ends.

Expect grand city walls, golden sandstone, and stories etched into every block.

Famagusta Private Tour – Old Town & Salamis or Varosha

Your guide picks you up and takes you north, across the dividing line between the Republic of Cyprus and Northern Cyprus (ID or passport required).

The first stop: the walled city of Famagusta, a place where crusaders, Venetians, and Ottomans left their mark – and where layers of belief, power, and art still stand side by side.

We stroll through the old town, surrounded by massive 15th-century city walls, and explore key sights such as the Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque – formerly the Gothic St. Nicholas Cathedral – and the remains of the Venetian palace. Everywhere around, you’ll see ruined churches, hidden courtyards, lively cafés, and local shops.

You then choose how the second part of your day unfolds:

• Salamis – Once one of the most important cities in ancient Cyprus. Today, the archaeological site stuns visitors with its Roman baths, colonnades, amphitheatre, and mosaic fragments. You can walk freely through the vast complex, feel the weight of centuries, and imagine life in a thriving empire.
• Varosha – The legendary ghost town frozen in time since the Turkish invasion of 1974. Once a glamorous resort for the rich and famous, Varosha now lies abandoned. You’ll walk along sealed-off hotels, empty streets, and broken memories – a powerful, eerie experience you won’t forget.

As always, the itinerary is flexible. If you wish to focus only on Famagusta, explore Salamis in-depth, or combine the highlights, your private guide will tailor the day to your pace and interests.

Book Your Adventure. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to explore the wonders of Famagusta in an exclusive, private setting. Book your tour today and create memories that will last a lifetime.

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Please note:

• We will pick you up at your hotel or arrange a meeting point with you. We will then take you on a tour to Famagusta included a bordercrossing (don´t forget your passport), without the stress, hectic pace and time pressure of other guests.
• We will pick you up at your hotel about 9:00. You must be dressed appropriately to enter the interior of churches and mosques. Knees and shoulders covered, a big scarf sometimes helps the ladies a lot.
• All in all, the tour lasts between 6.0 and 6,5 hours, it depends on the tour you choose
• This event is only for you and your family, partner or friends that you book in.

Our special service for you:

We will be happy to pick you up from your hotel free of charge if you are staying in the Agia Napa – Protaras – Paralimni region, or in Larnaca Destrict
(e.g. Oroklini – Pyla – Livadia – Larnaca City). Pick up is also possible for more distant routes, but we will then charge a small surcharge.

We are happy to accept your booking by email. Or book now using our online booking form. We will take care of the rest and look forward to seeing you.

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