Visit the most talked-about town on the island, infamous Famagusta. This open-top bus tour takes you into the occupied north of Cyprus. There's free time to explore the medieval sights of Famagusta's old quarter, plus a viewpoint over haunting Varosha – a once popular beach resort that has lain abandoned since 1974.
The Original Red Bus Famagusta Tour Ticket
- Cross from southern Cyprus into the occupied north
- Open-top bus tour
- Free time to explore Famagusta old town
- Take a swim at a beach overlooking the ‘ghost town' of Varosha
- Guide
- Panoramic bus tour
- Just so you know, because of local restrictions at Strovillia checkpoint, only passport holders from EU member states, the UK, Iceland, Norway and Switzerland can travel to and from the occupied northern part of Cyprus
- Seats on the open-top deck are not guaranteed
- Infants (0 to 2 years of age) are free of charge, but must be sat upon the lap of a paying adult
- Bring your passport or official EU identification
- Bring bathing gear and sunblock
- Bring a towel
- Bring a hat
- Admissions not included
- Food and drinks not included
- English-speaking guide for all nationalities
- This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
What people say about this experience
Based on 20 reviews from verified customers
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Safety
4.9/5
Service
4.9/5
Staff
4.9/5
Value for money
4.9/5
Anonymous
From United States of America - October 2023Excellent
Overall rated5/5
My wife and I purchased the famagusta tour so we could see the sites of the old town. Our tour guide Hayley and driver Mark were extremely knowledgeab ...
Will & Katie
From United States of America - September 2023Traveled as a couple
18 - 24 years old
Great
Overall rated4/5
The tour was very good and fascinating! The tour mainly explored the history of Famagusta; this tour DOES NOT go into the abandoned city of Varosha wh ...
Gary & Pauline Hill.
From United Kingdom - September 2023Traveled as a couple
35 - 44 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
We enjoyed it all especially the driver Mark and our guide Paul. They really made the trip so enjoyable. Paul was so knowledgeable and made us laugh a ...
Mike S.
From United Kingdom - September 2023Traveled as a couple
35 - 44 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Paul and Clive were excellent hosts. Very informative and witty. Great day out.
Mr Wilson
From United States of America - September 2023Traveled with family
35 - 44 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Excellent experience Paul and Mark both really professional and knowledgeable, would highly recommend this trip. But definitely take your swimwear or ...
Anonymous
From United States of America - August 2023Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Me and the family booked this tour last minute, absolutely fantastic decision. Paul and Clive are a credit to this set up. Slight hold up at the borde ...