Private Tour
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
Kyrenia is located in the north of the island. You have to drive thru the 'Kyrenia Mountain Range' to see the most interesting Abbey which is called 'Bellapais Monastery'
'Kyrenia Castle' is located in Kyrenia harbor which will be our second stop of the day where you will see the Shipwreck Museum. In the museum the shipwreck dates back to 300BC. Many items that were found in the ship are also exhebited.
After a short walk in the harbor and in the back streets of Kyrenia we drive to the capital of the island which is known as Nicosia. The old city is surrounded with high walls from Lusignan and Venetian time.We'll enter the walled city of from Kyrenia Gate.
Venetian Column, St. Sophia Cathedral, Buyuk Han are some of the fascinating sites that we'll see today. You will also have some free time to take photos and do some shopping from the local market.
So go ahead and book this tour to visit with two beautiful cities on your limited time in Cyprus.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Entrance tickets for historical sites
Private tour
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional Guide
Parking Fees
Lunch
Centrum Hotel
Pasikratous 15, Eleftherias Square Nicosia Cyprus
Hilton Nicosia
1 Achaion Street Nicosia Cyprus
The Arkin Colony Hotel
Ecevit Caddesi Kyrenia Cyprus
Grand Pasha Lefkosa Hotel and Casino
Dereboyu Street Nicosia Cyprus
Bellapais Monastery
It was built on the cliff of Kyrenia Mountains of a 220m.above the attitude. The first occupants known to have settled on or near the site were the Canons Regular of the Holy Sepulchre, who had fled Jerusalem after its fall in 1187 to Salahaddin Eyyubi. One of the nicest structures in the Middle East. Many additions were made for centuries. It was no longer is use after the Ottoman conquest of 1570. A lot to tell about.
Kyrenia Castle
A beautiful castle which was built during the Byzantion period. Many additions were made during the Lusignan, Venetian, Ottoman and Colonial Period. The Shipwreck Museum which is also in the castle is a place that must be visited which is located on the harbor. The shipwreck dates back to 300BC with many items that were found in the ship.
Pickup included
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
bosainae,
Nov 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
We were looking for a local guide because who knows the city better than a local, we found Shirin and it was the right choice. Shirin has a lot of knowledge and professionalism, and more importantly, she is a very kind, respectful and pleasant person. We enjoyed every moment with her, we had time to visit all the important sites, we had time to eat and shop 😁 I highly recommend her.








Christoph J,
Aug 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
Outstanding experience especially the Abbey and Castle! Thank you for a great day and going out of your way for my requests!
Ravi S,
Aug 7, 2024
- Review from Viator
Knowledgeable guide with a good sense of humor and patience to answer the many questions we asked. Highly recommended.
Jose F,
May 13, 2024
- Review from Viator
Great excursion and great guide. After having been to north Nicosia on several occasions, we still saw areas and things we had not seen before. We particularly liked the time spent in Kyrenia. Really impressed by the area’s sights and vibes. A great guide surely makes the difference.

Elsworth2727,
Feb 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
This was a highlight of our holiday to Cyprus. Sirin was a great guide. The booking process was easy and straightforward. Sirin was at the bus station when we arrived in Nicosia and she guided us every step of the way. Our programme was for two days with an overnight stop in a hotel in Nicosia. Before we left our holiday hotel in Paphos we were told that it could be threatening in the North of the island; this is rubbish and we never had any hint of a problem. Nicosia is a delightful city to walk around, both the North and the South. Sirin drove us North to Kyrenia and showed us the sites of the town, including taking us into the Dome hotel. On the second day Sirin collected us from Nicosia and took us via various sites to Famagusta. We visited St Nicholas Cathedral (now a mosque) before travelling to the deserted city. The only problem we had was that the weather was rainy and we had not taken the proper clothing. however Sirin worked hard to ensure everything went smoothly and she was a delightful guide.
Vinay V,
Dec 29, 2023
- Review from Viator
Sirin is a fantastic guide who showed us all the key highlights amd sights of Northern Cyprus and provided detailed commentary about the history, culture and social norms of the region. She also accommodated a visit to Famagusta even though the original tour didn't include it and gave us valuable tips on where to eat and what other places to visit in and around Nicosia. Highly recommend her for insights packed experience.
Mark N,
Jun 26, 2023
- Review from Viator
Our guide Surin was so interesting she knew so much information..she also made the tour fun...everywhere we went she knew people and good places to eat. She really helped us enjoy the visit
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