Top Famagusta District Culture - page 3

Discover northern Cyprus highlights on a full-day, private tour that spans history from ancient Roman Salamis to the ghost town of Varosha. Booking a private car and driver ensures a relaxed and comfortable day exploring, plus the flexibility to tailor the itinerary to your interests. Highlights include Kyrenia Castle, Bellapais Monastery, St. Barnabas Monastery, and Famagusta Walled City.

Explore Famagusta and eastern North Cyprus with ease on this full-day private tour. Depart from your accommodation in Kyrenia, Nicosia, or Famagusta and travel in the company of a driver-guide. Learn about the history of the area and stop by St. Barnabas Monastery and Icon Museum, among other places.

Explore the beautiful villages and landscapes of interior Cyprus with this safari tour from Ayia Napa. A thriving wine-making industry as well as the mountain waterfall, with plenty of time for to dine on a lunch of local fare.

Sail away on a pirate ship for a day on this family-friendly cruise from Ayia Napa. Relax and get photo-worthy views of the coast of Cyprus as the kids are engaged with live pirate-themed entertainment and a treasure hunt. Between swimming stops to test the aqua waters, lunch will be served on board.

You'll arrive mid-morning at rustic and laidback Fikardou. All cobblestones and historic houses, time seems to have frozen still here. And with free time to explore, you'll find that ancient traditions still hold their way. It's so well-preserved that it's on UNESCO's tentative list of world heritage sites. Next, you'll head to the 12th-century Macharias Monastery, which is located on a remote hillside. Its lavishly decorated interior houses a sacred icon of the Virgin Mary. We'll then go to charming Lefkara, a village famed for its handmade lace and embroidery. ‘Women, young and old, can be seen seated outside their homes and shops making lace,' says Stavroula. ‘For hundreds of years, the men from the village have travelled all over Europe to sell it, even Leonardo da Vinci bought some.' The tour ends on a high in Skarinou village. Here, you'll try your hand at halloumi and bread-making before enjoying a ‘KM0' lunch of locally sourced ingredients at a family-run restaurant.

The St Georgios II is the biggest Yacht in Protaras and offers a luxurious setting to explore the coastline. We offer a charming cruise that has everything that you will need for the perfect private excursion. There is plenty of deck space to enjoy the sun as well as finding shade when you want it. We are are renowned for our food, the traditional Cypriot meal is authentic and our homemade potato fries are unforgettable! All made fresh on the boat and from local sources. You can add this option if you wish There will be time for swim stops along the way to explore the crystal clear waters. We may even see turtles if we are lucky! The price is for the hire of the boat, with up to 145 people. we can tailor to your exact requirement, with food, drink and transfer options that are priced competitively for any budget. We are here to make this an unforgettable day!

Discover what Cyprus has to offer, on a day trip around the western side of the island. Learn the history and amazing legends with stops at Kourion, Petra tou Romiou, the Tombs of the Kings, and the Villa of Dionysos. Enjoy pickup from your hotel and kick off the morning with a trip to Kourion, one of the most impressive archaeological sites on the island. Admire its classic Greco-Roman architecture, especially the half-moon of seats that face out to the sea. Next, arrive at Petra tou Romiou, an off-shore rock where, according to the myths, the Goddess of Love, Aphrodite, rose up from the waves. Take a quick photo, and head to the UNESCO-rated Tombs of the Kings. Afterward, discover the modern harbor, brimming with bars and restaurants, where you can take some free time to explore.