Private Tour
Private Tour to the Highlights of Kyrenia
Overview
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Step into a world where fairy-tale legends and Mediterranean history collide. This premium private experience begins at the magical St. Hilarion Castle, followed by the serene Gothic beauty of Bellapais Abbey. To ensure a truly immersive day, we include a curated traditional lunch in the heart of Bellapais village.
The journey continues inside the majestic Kyrenia Castle, where you will walk the ancient ramparts and explore the 2,300-year-old Greek merchant ship at the Shipwreck Museum. We conclude with a stroll through the picturesque Kyrenia Old Harbour and the hidden alleys of the Old Town. This is a completely all-inclusive experience: your entrance fees, lunch, and traditional refreshments are all covered. Led by a professional guide, this is the ultimate way to experience the 'Jewel of Cyprus' in a single day.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Saint Hilarion Castle
Step into a fairy-tale fortress perched high on the Kyrenia Mountains. Explore the ruins of St. Hilarion Castle, a three-level limestone marvel said to have inspired Walt Disney. You will walk through the Royal Apartments and stand at the famous Queen’s Window, where you can capture breathtaking panoramic views of the Mediterranean coastline from 732 meters above sea level. It is a perfect blend of Crusader history and spectacular mountain vistas.
Bellapais Monastery
Experience the serene beauty of the 13th-century Bellapais Abbey, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture nestled in the mountains. You will walk through the remarkably preserved cloisters and the grand refectory, surrounded by fragrant orange trees. This peaceful village gained global fame through Lawrence Durrell’s memoir, Bitter Lemons, and offers a timeless atmosphere with stunning views over the Kyrenia plains.
What‘s Included
Professional Licensed Tourist Guide
Bottled water
Lunch
Private transportation
Traditional Beverage
Entrance fees to all attractions
Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Private Tour to the Highlights of Kyrenia
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great introduction to the area and its history
Marcus H,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a fascinating day and Sedat is a knowledgable and patient guide. We were met at the Ledra crossing and then the tour started with a visit to St Hilarion castle before we continued to Kyrenia castle, with its associated museums, and harbour and ended at Bellapais Abbey after lunch. It was lovely chatting to someone who had first hand experience of the events of the 1970s in Cyprus and also a wide range of knowledge on other topics. We were not rushed at any point throughout the tour and any explanations or clarifications I asked for were provided with good grace. The tour included all admissions and lunch too so we had nothing to spend the entire day, a lovely change. The weather wasn't ideal and we had some torrential downpours but were able to see everything that we wanted to with minimal disruption. The driving was very safe and the car modern and spacious. There were other tours that offered to visit more places but I feel they would have been very rushed and just skimmed over the highlights while we had over an hour at each location we visited which made for a more immersive experience. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this tour, it was certainly the highlight of our visit.
Wonderful impressions from Northern Cyprus
Odyssey25052836366,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very knowledgeable guide took us to St Hilarion, Keryneia and Belapais, with typical lunch in a pleasant atmosphere.
Great Private Tour in Northern Cyprus
I9715SIdavidv,Jul 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great tour, worth it. The guide was amazing and knowledgable. Lunch was included (which wasn't clear on some of the information) and we had some authentic food. Recommend 100%.
Across the centuries and Green Lune
Lochie2,Nov 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A stunningly memorable tour across the centuries and footsteps of history. Our guide - Mr Camel - was excellent providing background information and ensuring we enjoyed the day. All locations were wonderful and we highly recommend this experience with good communication from time of booking. Thank you!
Great experience
Robert L,Sep 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Spent the day with a very knowledgeable and charming gentleman- Camel. Learnt in depth the about the history and challenges of Cyprus
Great tour of Kyrenia, Nicosia, (+ additional/ separate tour of Famagusta)
esther221174,Jun 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were happy to have a guide in Sedat. He was pleasant, chill and shared good information on the places we visited, including personal anecdotes. In fact, we booked a 2nd tour to Famagusta after completing the Kyrenia tour. The lunch places we were brought to were lovely as well! We definitely recommend Sedat and Side Tours.
Great guide, great trip
John S,Mar 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was excellent with plenty of information and answers to all our questions. The day gave us all the main areas of interest north of Nicosia, plus a local lunch. A lot of walking but worth it for the experience. Thoroughly recommended
Kyrenia Cyprus Tour
Departure27308976044,Sep 30, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The driver was very knowledgeable. We had a full day and a delicious lunch in a local restaurant where Camel (our driver)knew everyone.
I had a wonderful tour...
Terese S,Sep 26, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a wonderful tour guide, Sedat, whose knowledge of Northern Cyprus, it's history, and culture was fabulous. I had returned to Cyprus, where I once lived, for the first time in 63 years. I got to see Kyrenia Harbor where we had a house, Kyrenia Castle and St Hilarion's where my family visited often. Not only was it a great tour, but it was a walk down memory lane. Sedat was very supportive and encouraging in making sure I got to see the places that were important to me.
Highly recommended to see a lot in a relaxed way and get to know the culture on the Turkish side of Cyprus
Jacqueline TA,Jul 30, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide met us just behind the Turkish border and that all went very smoothly. He told us a lot about the history of Cyprus and the places we visited. That was very interesting. It was a surprise to us that lunch was included. That was in a very nice local restaurant, where we ate delicious. The places we visited were beautiful and interesting.
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