Famagusta and Salamis full-day tour
Excursions & day trips

Famagusta and Salamis full-day tour

4.5/5
Excellent
Based on 92 reviews
from
$46.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Explore Salamis, an ancient Greek city-state on the east coast of Cyprus
  • Visit the 5th century Monastery of St Barnabas, a notable pilgrimage site
  • Discover Famagusta old town with some impressive remains of the past
  • Visit the ‘ghost town' of Varosha, once a popular resort, for a guided tour
  • Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Cyprus and its history
What to expect

This tour to the northern part of Cyprus flits through multiple layers of history – ancient, medieval and the 1970s. The stars of the show are the ruins of the classical city of Salamis and the old town of Famagusta, plus the ‘ghost town' of Varosha. Stavroula, one of our expert local guides, says, "the Famagusta area is rich in treasures from antiquity to the Middle Ages and beyond. According to local lore, people were so wealthy in medieval times that they built 365 churches to praise God each day for their lifestyle of ease and plenty."

Your adventure starts in Salamis, a city founded in classical times that served as the capital of Cyprus for over a thousand years. Here, you'll explore the ancient roads and ruined temples that once thronged with people in this busy metropolis. The partially restored amphitheatre is a must-see, providing a glimpse into the past when performances and festivals were held here. Next, you'll head to the 5th century Monastery of St Barnabas, where you'll visit its icon museum with examples dating back to the Byzantine period.

Next, there's a short guided walk through the haunting former seaside town of Varosha where time has stood still for decades. This once popular beach resort has lain abandoned for over 50 years. After free time for lunch, you'll explore Famagusta, a city that was once one of the wealthiest in the Mediterranean. Your guide will show you sights such as the Venetian castle and the Gothic cathedral-turned mosque.

Read more
What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Admission fees
  • check Full insurance cover for travelling in the northern part of Cyprus
What to remember
  • You'll need your passport / ID card to cross the checkpoint into the northern part of Cyprus
  • 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 northern part of Cyprus
  • Please note, single parent families or those travelling without both parents need to provide extra documentation for anyone under the age of 18 when travelling into the north of Cyprus. This includes a 'letter of authorisation' from the missing parent, as well as supporting documents including birth certificate of the child, passport copy of the missing parent or a copy of a court order. Templates of these letters are readily available on search engines however we recommend you consult a lawyer prior to travelling on holiday
  • 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
Read more
Provider
TUI CYPRUS LTD
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.5/5

Based on 92 reviews from verified customers

66%
25%
9%
0%
0%

Review categories

Service

4.6/5

Safety

4.6/5

Value for money

4.5/5

Staff

4.6/5

  • Anonymous

    From United Kingdom - June 2025

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Great day, Lydia was very informative,

  • Debra C

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Kora

    From United States of America - June 2025

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Very informative, lovely guide Olga and the driver, good insight and explanation of everything.

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Absolutely loved it ! Olga was amazing. The best guide I have ever had. I loved that she explained everything to a detail. She knew so much, and clea ...

  • Nick and Linda

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Was a very informative and interesting trip

  • Rob

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Traveled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The tour was very interesting and a chance to look at a part of the island’s history that we knew little about. The timings in each place felt about ...

You might also like

Halloumi cheesemaking and Troodos mountain villages tour
Attractions & guided tours

Halloumi cheesemaking and Troodos mountain villages tour

Meet the locals, learn how to make cheese and admire the mountain landscapes.

free cancellation
Available in:

en 

Sunset cruise Cape Greco experience
Excursions & day trips

Sunset cruise Cape Greco experience

Join Cape Greco sunset cruise to enjoy drinks and dance and savor the sunset from the boat deck, including a stop for a swim in the crystal clear waters of Blue Lagoon.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, fr 

Trip to Cape Greco and Blue Lagoon
Activities

Trip to Cape Greco and Blue Lagoon

Enjoy an exciting cruise with knowledgeable locals and a swim with turtles in the exquisite blue lagoon of Cape Greco.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, fr 

Luxury Ocean Queen half-day Cruise with Lunch in Ayia Napa
Activities

Luxury Ocean Queen half-day Cruise with Lunch in Ayia Napa

Book a half-day cruise with a lunch buffet on the Ocean Queen luxury boat in Ayia Napa. See 13 places along the eastern coast with swimming stops.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, fr, ar, ru 

Ocean Queen sunset Cruise in Ayia Napa
Activities

Ocean Queen sunset Cruise in Ayia Napa

Book a sunset cruise on the Ocean Queen luxury boat in Ayia Napa. See 11 places along the eastern coast with swimming stops.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, fr, ar, ru 

The Aphrodite II Cruise in Cyprus
Excursions & day trips

The Aphrodite II Cruise in Cyprus

Book online your cruise and discover the most breathtaking bays and crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean.

free cancellation
Available in:

en 

Troodos mountain villages food and wine tour
Attractions & guided tours

Troodos mountain villages food and wine tour

Learn about the Cypriot cuisine, taste some traditional dishes and explore the mountain villages.

free cancellation
Available in:

en 

Winery tour in Troodos mountain village with wine tasting
Attractions & guided tours

Winery tour in Troodos mountain village with wine tasting

Learn how to make wine, stroll along a picturesque village and enjoy a traditional meze lunch

free cancellation
Available in:

en 

Troodos mountain villages and wineries tour with tasting
Nature

Troodos mountain villages and wineries tour with tasting

Discover the Troodos mountain villages, enjoy a typical Cypriot lunch and visit three award-winning wineries.

free cancellation
Available in:

en