Top Cyprus Archaeology Tours

With local guide, you would visit Nicosias most famous museums, including a small Levention Museum, the A. Leventis gallery, presenting European, Greek & Cypriot art paintings, will get handmade souvenirs from Laiki Geitonia. Nicosia is the last capital in the world divided militarily. Capital of the island will intrigue visitors with the Green Line at Ledra a city checkpoint. G. Is it real in the 21st century?

Overview of Tour Highlights – Famagusta Private Tour Discover the timeless wonders of Famagusta with this private, full-day guided tour. Explore the impressive ancient city of Salamis, one of Cyprus's most important archaeological sites, showcasing Roman baths, an amphitheater, and gymnasiums. Visit the St. Barnabas Monastery, now a museum preserving early Christian artifacts and the saint’s tomb. Walk through the haunting streets of Varosha Ghost Town, a once-glamorous resort frozen in time since the 1974 division of Cyprus. Admire the Gothic beauty of the Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque, originally the 14th-century St. Nicholas Cathedral, renowned for its resemblance to Notre-Dame. Finally, climb the towers of Othello Castle, a medieval fortress guarding the old harbor, for panoramic views of Famagusta and the sea. This tour combines history, architecture, and cultural depth—all with the comfort of a private car, driver, and knowledgeable guide

Explore northern Cyprus with ease on this group guided day tour to Salamis and Famagusta from Paphos. Along with round-trip transport from Paphos, your guide drives you over to both the cities of Salamis and Famagusta to see their main highlights in just one day. Plus, you’ll make a special stop at the ghost town of Varosha.

Explore the Paphos region of Cyprus, without getting overwhelmed choosing what to do and what to see, on this group tour. After pickup from your Paphos hotel, sit back and relax knowing the day's transportation and activities are all sorted for you. Enjoy an itinerary that includes Paphos Old Town, Letymvou, Agia Paraskevi Church, a pottery workshop, the Agios Neophytos Monastery, and more.

With this tour from Paphos. You'll get to see the archaeological ruins of Kourion, including a restored Greco-Roman amphitheater, along with the Kolossi Castle that dates back to the Crusades and the lovely village of Omodos, home to the Monastery of Holy Cross. You'll also get to visit a local winery and taste Cypriot wine right from the source.

Check off the highlights of Limassol, the second largest city on Cyprus, with ease during a day trip that takes care of transportation. Stop at Crusader-era Knossi Castle (admission own expense) and Ancient Kourion, en route to Limassol. There, stroll around the old town with your guide, learning about its history and culture, then enjoy some free time to explore on your own for the perfect balance of sightseeing. There, you might choose to sample Cyprus’s renowned Commandaria wine.

Follow the Paphos coastline through three millennia in one unforgettable day. Begin among the celebrated Roman mosaics of Kato Paphos Archaeological Park, part of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Paphos, before exploring the rock-cut chambers of the Tombs of the Kings—an atmospheric burial ground created for prominent officials and aristocrats. Pause at the Heart of Kissonerga viewpoint to take in sweeping Mediterranean panoramas and capture some of the day’s best photographs. Then watch the landscape shift from ancient history to coastal drama at the EDRO III shipwreck and the limestone Sea Caves, sculpted by years of wind and waves. The experience winds down at St. George Harbour and its clifftop church, where fishing boats, open sea views and a gentler pace offer a peaceful taste of coastal Cyprus.

Discover the Paphos region’s scenic highlights on an excursion that combines a bus tour and boat cruise, so you can experience more in just one day of exploring. You’ll cover key sites including the sea caves, Latchi Beach, and the Baths of Aphrodite, then cruise the Akamas coastline to swim at the beautiful Blue Lagoon.

Explore Nicosia and Kyrenia with a professional guide on this private tour. Immerse yourself in Nicosia's Old Town, marvel at the architectural splendor of Selimiye Mosque, and delve into the historic charm of Kyrenia's Old Town and harbor. You also have free time so you can enjoy the opportunity to go shopping or have a local lunch.

Travel from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa for two unforgettable days. Visit Göbeklitepe, one of the world’s most important archaeological discoveries, and Karahantepe, a major nearby site from the same “Taş Tepeler” region. In the city, explore the main museum highlights and the historic center to understand the story behind the stones.

Explore a swath of Cyprus that many first-time visitors miss on a day trip that covers Chrysorrogiatissa Monastery, Kykkos Monastery, and the enchanting village of Omodos. See a special holy relic: the holy rope, the piece of rope that allegedly held Christ's hands on the cross. Enjoy free time to go shopping or sip a coffee, as well as seamless round-trip transportation.

Rural Cyprus is at your fingertips on this whistle stop tour. The morning kicks off with first stop at Petra tou Romiou for photographs (available only for guests from Pissouri Hotels). Aphrodite’s mythical birthplace ‘Petra tou Romiou’ is an interesting geological formation of huge rocks along one of the most beautiful coastlines on the island. Then you will continue with a visit of Kourion–one of the most impressive archaeological sites on the island. It’s classic Greco-Roman, with a half-moon of seats facing out to sea. Kolossi Castle is the next stop. This Crusader-era castle is surrounded by flowering plants and a pretty courtyard. Hop back on the airconditioned bus and head to Fini village where lunch will be served at a local tavern. Next stop, the mountain-ringed village of Omodos where you will have a guided walk through the village. Lastly, you will have the opportunity to taste traditional Cyprus wine in a local winery before heading back to the resorts.

Discover three fascinating chapters of Cyprus’ history in one private tour – from the ancient city of Kourion and the sacred world of Apollo Hylates to medieval Kolossi Castle. Explore Kourion’s impressive Greco-Roman theatre, beautiful mosaics and ancient ruins overlooking the Mediterranean. Continue to the Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates and discover one of the island’s most important ancient religious sites. Then step into the Middle Ages at Kolossi Castle, a remarkably well-preserved fortress connected with knights, sugar production and Cyprus’ famous Commandaria wine. With no shared group and a flexible pace, you can enjoy each site without the rush of a large organized tour. Your private guide can focus on the history and details that interest you most. Ancient cities, mythology and medieval history – three remarkable sites in one private Cyprus experience.

Discover the jewels of Northern Cyprus on an unforgettable journey through history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Explore the legendary St. Hilarion Castle, said to have inspired Disney’s fairy-tale castles, wander through the magnificent 13th-century Gothic Bellapais Abbey, and uncover centuries of history at Kyrenia Castle, home to one of the world’s oldest shipwrecks. Enjoy spectacular mountain and Mediterranean views while your licensed local guide brings the island’s fascinating past to life. A perfect experience for history lovers, photographers, and anyone wanting to discover the very best of Northern Cyprus in a single day.

Experience a different side of Cyprus with a local host and a small group of maximum four guests. This relaxed tour brings together ancient history at UNESCO-listed Choirokoitia, the charm of Golden Donkeys Farm, the striking White Rocks coastline and the fishing village of Zygi. Enjoy a friendly, personal atmosphere, scenic photo stops and time to explore Choirokoitia independently (self-guided)—an ideal mix of history, animals and seaside relaxation in one outing.