You’ll cross into Northern Cyprus after a short rest stop and explore the ancient ruins of Salamis. As you move through the site, you’ll see a grand theatre, Roman baths with intricate mosaics and the remains of a large gymnasium, all offering a clear sense of the city’s ancient scale and architecture.
In Famagusta’s old town you’ll encounter the Gothic and Ottoman layers of history, including St. Nikolaos Cathedral, now known as Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque. Along the way you’ll view medieval landmarks such as the Venetian walls, Othello Tower and the ruins of the Venetian Palace. There is an optional traditional Cypriot-Turkish lunch should you choose to try local flavours. The tour ends in Varosha, the Ghost City abandoned in 1974, where you’ll walk through silent streets and see the haunting remains of a once-thriving resort, giving a glimpse into Cyprus’s more recent, complex history.
Passport or EU ID will be required to cross the checkpoint. Nationals of Turkmenistan, Nigeria, Syria and Armenia cannot cross the checkpoint.
Why Visit
- Passport or EU ID required to cross checkpoint; Turkmenistan, Nigeria, Syria and Armenia nationals prohibited
- Ancient Salamis with grand theatre, Roman baths and intricate mosaics
- Famagusta old town Gothic-Ottoman St. Nikolaos Cathedral and Venetian landmarks
- Varosha Ghost City with abandoned resort streets and ruins
What's included
- Licensed guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Paphos city centre
- Air-conditioned coach
- Professional driver
What's Not Included
- Meals and drinks
Accessibility
- Accessible to strollers
- Infant seats available
Tour available in your selected language
Additional information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Passports or EU ID are required
Passport holders of the following countries are not allowed to cross the green line check points to the North Cyprus unless they have a special visa issued by the authorities of the Turkish-occupied area: 1. Armenia 2. Syria 3. Nigeria 4. Turkmenistan 5. India 6. Bangladesh 7. Nepal 8. Ukrainian citizens living in Cyprus with a refugee status 9. Greek citizens with the old ID cards handwritten with a pen. Greek citizens are allowed to cross if they have EU ID cards or a passport.
Only original documents can be used for crossing. Photocopies of the original documents, or other forms of identification (e.g., driving licenses, temporary residence permits, etc.) cannot be used for crossing.
If you won't receive a message through Viator for your exact pick up point and time please call us at least one day prior your excursion.