Description
Cross the UN buffer zone into the northern part of the island and discover the North’s most famous historical treasures, the ancient city of Salamis, Famagusta Old Town and the abandoned city of Varosha.
We’ll journey on to the ancient Hellenistic city of Salamis built in the 12th century BC, unravelling for about a mile along the shore, with it’s ruined temples, amazing theatre and gymnasium.
Venture within the city walls to explore Famagusta and wander around the old town with its Venetian Castle, Othello’s Tower and St. Nicholas cathedral, the largest medieval building in Famagusta.
One hour of free time to enjoy the local café and bakeries, souvenir shopping or an authentic lunch meal.
Then, it’s the highlight of our tour, we’ll take a guided walk through the recently opened to the public ghost town of Varosha – the once-bustling holiday resort which remained sealed behind barbed wire since the Turkish invasion of 1974.
Important to know: please bring EU ID card or passport
Price: Adults (13y+): €55.00 Children (3-12y): €35.00 Infants (0-2y): FREE
Days: Tuesday
Season: all year round
Duration: 11 hours
Location: Paphos
Live guide: English
Included:
- Transfer from/to your hotel in Paphos
- Guided tour
- Entrance fees
Excluded:
- lunch
WHAT TO REMEMBER
- Please ensure that you are dressed appropriately for visits to monasteries. (No shorts or low-cut blouses)
- Passport or EU ID card
Important Notification for Famagusta
Please be advised that passport holders of the following countries are allowed to cross the green line check-point to the North:
- EU Member States
- United Kingdom
- Iceland
- Norway
- Switzerland
Unfortunately, customers travelling with passports from any other country will not be allowed to cross the checkpoint and will therefore be refused travel.



