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The 15 Best Famagusta & Salamis Day Trips in Cyprus

25 tours  ·  from $29

The Roman city at Salamis and the abandoned quarter at Varosha sit on the far side of a border crossing, so the passport matters more than the price. The 15 below compare departure coasts, crossing times and what each day actually covers.

Ayia Napa/Protaras/Larnaka: Famagusta and Salamis Day Trip - The border crossing is part of the story
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Ayia Napa/Protaras/Larnaka: Famagusta and Salamis Day Trip

1.Famagusta and Salamis Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 559 reviews · 8 hours · from $64Our pick

Travel by coach from Ayia Napa, Protaras, or Larnaka into northern Cyprus to visit Salamis, Saint Barnabas Monastery, Famagusta Old Town, Varosha, and Famagusta’s golden beach. English-speaking guides such as Olga and Fanos bring the island’s divided past to life, while free time lets you explore at your own pace.

“Everything was excellent, our guide was incredibly warm and knowledgeable. Even though it rained, the tour ran smoothly and we learned so much about Cyprus’ complex and moving history. I would highly recommend this experience for visitors of all ages!”

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Protaras: Famagusta, Blue Lagoon and Turtle Cove Boat Trip - Setting out from Protaras Pier
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Protaras: Famagusta, Blue Lagoon and Turtle Cove Boat Trip

2.Famagusta, Blue Lagoon and Turtle Cove Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 428 reviews · 3 hours · from $29Best value

Cruise from Protaras Pier on a spacious 32-meter glass-bottom boat with Captain George and an English-speaking crew. See Famagusta from the sea, pass Cape Greco and Konnos Beach, then swim and snorkel at turtle waters and the Blue Lagoon. Drinks, snacks, air-conditioning, toilets, and eight freshwater-fish aquariums are onboard.

“It was a really nice day trip! We were fortunate to see some turtles. The boat is big, staff is friendly. Definitely worth it”

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Ghost-Town Famagusta Mini Bus Tour from Protaras and Ayia Napa - A 40-minute walk through the abandoned resort
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Ghost-Town Famagusta Mini Bus Tour from Protaras and Ayia Napa

3.Ghost-Town Famagusta Mini Bus Tour from Protaras and Ayia Napa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 298 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

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”

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Full-day Famagusta: Lost Cities & Coastal Secrets from Paphos - The early start from Paphos
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Full-day Famagusta: Lost Cities & Coastal Secrets from Paphos

4.Full-day Famagusta: Lost Cities & Coastal Secrets from Paphos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 274 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $82

Travel from Paphos into northern Cyprus for Salamis, Famagusta’s Gothic mosque and Venetian walls, and the abandoned resort of Varosha. The Friday tour includes hotel pickup, transport, entry to Salamis, and a guide such as Emma or Vassos. Bring your passport or accepted EU identity card, water, and patience for a long day.

“It is a very interesting trip if you want to know more about when the Turks invaded Cyprus in 1974. It is very sad to see the ghost town with all the empty derelict buildings and hotels. The old walled City is beautiful to walk around also the Archiological sites. Be prepared it is a very long day. 11 hours. As we were a large group it was difficult to hear what the guide was saying. It would help if he had a microphone and speaker like a guide had on a different tour. Our guide can't remember his name was very knowledgeable.”

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Paphos: Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers - Pickup from Paphos and the first hours on the coach
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Paphos: Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers

5.Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 261 reviews · 11 hours · from $80

Travel from Paphos into Northern Cyprus with an English-speaking guide, visiting Salamis, Famagusta Old Town, and Varosha. Guides such as George, Emma, and Vasos have led departures. Expect a long day, substantial coach time, ancient ruins, Gothic churches, and a moving look at a resort abandoned in 1974.

“Amazing trip, great guide and driver, very informative and very interesting with the ongoing issue. Don't be put off by the 11 hours time it's a very good tour and doesn't feel like your out for 11 hours. Would recommend.”

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From Aya Napa/Protaras: Varosha Ghost Town Tour on a Red Bus - Pickup from Ayia Napa and Protaras
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From Aya Napa/Protaras: Varosha Ghost Town Tour on a Red Bus

6.From Aya Napa/Protaras: Varosha Ghost Town Tour on a Red Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 106 reviews · 4 hours · from $44

Ride from Ayia Napa or Protaras to Varosha with guides such as Hayley, Paul, John, or Clive. Hear the resort’s story, see its deserted hotels and shops, then explore on foot or by rented bike, scooter, or golf cart.

“Red bus tour with Clive and Paul was brilliant. I loved learning about Varosha and interesting facts on the way there and back. They have a good rapport with eachother and with their customers. I would want them to be our guides again.”

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Famagusta & Salamis with a Polish-speaking Guide - Crossing the border from the south
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Famagusta & Salamis with a Polish-speaking Guide

7.Famagusta & Salamis with a Polish-speaking Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 95 reviews · 6 hours · from $64

Travel from Cyprus into the north with a Polish-speaking guide. Visit Salamis, Famagusta’s medieval center, Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Othello Tower, and Varosha. The six-hour trip includes hotel pickup and drop-off, but you must carry a valid passport or European ID.

“Świetna przewodniczka, sprawna organizacja, dużo ciekawych informacji. Polecam”

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Red Bus Varosha experience in English from Ayia Napa, Protaras - Two hours walking through the abandoned streets
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Red Bus Varosha experience in English from Ayia Napa, Protaras

8.Red Bus Varosha experience in English from Ayia Napa, Protaras

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 88 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $45

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”

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From Ayia Napa & Protaras: Famagusta and Salamis Guided Tour - Lunch and the limits of a packed schedule
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From Ayia Napa & Protaras: Famagusta and Salamis Guided Tour

9.Famagusta and Salamis Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 77 reviews · 10 hours · from $48

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.”

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Famagusta and Salamis Excursion from Ayia Napa, Protaras, Larnaca - Walking among Salamis ruins
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Famagusta and Salamis Excursion from Ayia Napa, Protaras, Larnaca

10.Famagusta and Salamis Excursion from Ayia Napa, Protaras, Larnaca

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 75 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $66

Cross into northern Cyprus by air-conditioned coach to visit St. Barnabas, ancient Salamis, Famagusta’s walled center, and Varosha. Guides such as Olga and Evangelia explain the island’s divided past. Hotel pickup is offered, but expect a large group and a long day, especially from Larnaca.

“Enjoyed the day as the guide was very informative. Would have liked more time in famagusta old town The ghost town felt unbelievably emotional as the guide recounted his personal experience of the time A well organised trip . Good value for the cost.”

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Ayia Napa: Famagusta Chill and Relax Cruise with Lunch - Sailing past Cape Greco and Ayia Napa
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Ayia Napa: Famagusta Chill and Relax Cruise with Lunch

11.Famagusta Chill and Relax Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · 4 hours · from $42

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 😕”

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Famagusta & Blue Lagoon Jeep Safari & Boat Combination - The 8:15 pickup and Land Rover ride
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Famagusta & Blue Lagoon Jeep Safari & Boat Combination

12.Famagusta & Blue Lagoon Jeep Safari & Boat Combination

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 65 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $111

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.”

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From Paphos: Famagusta with Salamis and Varosha 'Ghost Town' - The long ride from Paphos
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From Paphos: Famagusta with Salamis and Varosha ‘Ghost Town’

13.Famagusta with Salamis and Varosha ‘Ghost Town’

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 64 reviews · 11 hours · from $93

Spend a full day crossing into northern Cyprus from Paphos with an English-speaking guide. See Salamis, Saint Nicholas Cathedral, Othello Tower, Famagusta, Varosha, Constantia Beach, and St. Sophia Cathedral, with lunch time and hotel pickup included.

“It was very informative and the guide knew her history. It was great seeing more of Cyprus.”

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From Paphos: Famagusta, Salamis, and Varosha Walking Tour - Leaving Paphos and crossing into the north
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From Paphos: Famagusta, Salamis, and Varosha Walking Tour

14.Famagusta, Salamis, and Varosha Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 54 reviews · 11 hours · from $64

Travel from Paphos into northern Cyprus with an English-speaking guide. Visit Salamis ruins, Famagusta’s walled old town, and Varosha, the sealed resort city reopened for guided walks. Guides such as Eva bring strong local knowledge and personal memories to this moving, full-day trip.

“The tour was excellent and Eva was the most excellent guide, being a refugee herself from the North of Cyprus she gave true detailed accounts of her life, love and passion for the area Thoroughly enjoyed the tour and highly recommend”

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Famagusta Jeep Tour and Blue Lagoon Lunch Cruise from Larnaca - The 30-minute Famagusta viewpoint sets the tone
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Famagusta Jeep Tour and Blue Lagoon Lunch Cruise from Larnaca

15.Famagusta Jeep Tour and Blue Lagoon Lunch Cruise from Larnaca

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 52 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $112

Travel from Larnaca in a small jeep group with guide George Michael or another English-speaking guide, cross into northern Cyprus to see Famagusta, then board a boat for two swim stops, snorkeling, a barbecue lunch, lemonade, and a local drink.

“Our guide George Michel was quite knowledgeable. He taught us a lot about history of area .. The cruise in Lady Popi I was exceptionally beautiful. We had two stops to swim; quite refreshing . One with turtles swimming with us and beautiful fish. Mohammed Rafeeq the bar tender and DJ with beautiful selection of music.Hisham Khalil great spirit and sharing the group with dance moves. All in all .. would love to repeat again”

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