Cyprus · FAMAGUSTA AND SALAMIS DAY TRIPS IN AYIA NAPA
The 7 best famagusta and salamis day trips in Ayia Napa you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Travel by small minibus from Ayia Napa, Protaras, Pernera, or Kapparis to Famagusta. With guides such as George, Athos, and Olga, you visit a viewpoint, cross the border, see deserted Varosha, and explore the walled city.
“Great experience good informative guide really interesting a must if you visit Cyprus reasonable priced”
Travel from Ayia Napa or Protaras to Varosha aboard a red double-decker bus. Guides such as Hayley explain Famagusta’s past, then you get about two hours to walk the empty streets, rent a bike or scooter, and swim or take a coffee break.
“Nice historical adventure great knowledge from guide and value for money picked up on time nice history more than just a holiday”
Travel with an English-speaking guide such as Olga, Chris, or George through Salamis, St Barnabas Monastery, Varosha, and Famagusta. Expect ancient ruins, Byzantine icons, Gothic architecture, and a careful look at Cyprus’s divided past, with transport and admissions included.
“Fabulous value for a full day trip, only criticism is that maybe too much was packed in- would have loved more time at sites to explore at leisure. Would be great split over 2 days! Our guide was fabulous, very friendly and exceptionally knowledgeable- really brought the 'Cyprus question' to life.”
Set out from Ayia Napa at 10:30 for a four-hour family-friendly cruise along Cape Greco and the Protaras coast. Swim in Blue Lagoon and Konnos Bay, see sea caves and Lover’s Bridge, look toward Famagusta, and enjoy a buffet lunch onboard. Bring drinks, swimwear, a towel, and sun protection.
“Niestety najbardziej zależało nam na błękitnej lagunie i Famagusta, a dopłynęliśmy tylko do cyolu Cape Greco i statek nawrócił 😕”
Spend 8 to 9 hours crossing Cyprus by Land Rover and boat. Visit Famagusta, view Varosha from outside, explore Venetian walls, then cruise to the Blue Lagoon for swimming, snorkeling, lunch, and a second swim stop. Small groups and guides in English, German, or Polish make this a lively day out.
“Really happy with this activity/expedition. We had a funny, experienced guide who was full of knowledge. Farmagusta was a ghost town, and we got to see how the Ottomans invaded parts of Cyprus. The food on the boat was excellent. Finishing the day with swimming in the Blue Lagoon and a bit of dancing on the boat was very fun.”
Set sail from Ayia Napa Harbour at 10:30am for a four-hour cruise past caves, the Blue Lagoon, and coastal sights before viewing Famagusta Ghost Town from offshore. Daniel provides funny commentary, with swimming stops, 4 to 5 metre jump platforms, lunch, and vegetarian options.
“Chose this cruise because it sets off later than most, 10.30am, although I’d recommend getting there earlier (9.30-9.45) to get the best choice of seat. Great comedy routine on board, 2 swimming stops with 2 dive platforms at about 4-5 metres if you like to take the plunge. Simple yet satisfying lunch provided, chicken legs, roasted potato’s, tsatsiki and bread. Veggie options were available. Information given on all the stops, caves, blue lagoon etc and finally turned round within sight of the Famagusta ghost town. If we weren’t flying back tomorrow we’d probably book the same trip again. Recommended!!!!”
You’ll ride from Ayia Napa in a small 4WD group, hear the Famagusta story at Derynia, cross into northern Cyprus, explore the walled city, then cruise to the Blue Lagoon for swimming, snorkeling, and lunch. Bring your passport, towel, and sun protection.
“I cant suggest this trip, because it was very poor trip. Just as you know, from Famagusta you will see very little. You will see this city from side and behind the defence. You will not go into city. At this Famagusta viewpoint you will be around 20min only.”
Pick a harbour, a mountain road or a ruin.
