Cyprus · PRIVATE
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 private tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Spend about three hours learning scuba basics with only your own group at Poseidon Dive Centre. After a calm equipment briefing, you head to Green Bay Beach for a beginner-friendly underwater session with fish, possible turtles, and complimentary photos and videos.
“The best ones in cyprus.very friendly and well done.all the information was clear.the right one to do it”
Spend about four hours exploring the Zenobia wreck off Larnaca with a private guide and two SCUBA sessions. Advanced Open Water certification is required. Alpha Divers provides equipment and can arrange local pickup. Nitrox is extra and mandatory unless you qualify on the day.
“Our entire group of 5 divers had an absolute blast with AlphaDivers—thanks to their brand-new premium gear, expert team, and bucket-list dives like the Zenobia wreck! Special shoutouts to:”
Take the wheel of a private speedboat from Latchi Watersports Centre with a full car licence. After a map briefing and boat lesson, explore the Akamas coast, Manolis Bay, Fontana Amorosa, Secret Beach, and Blue Lagoon. Boats hold up to six and include life jackets, a cooler, and snorkeling gear.
“One of the best experiences during your stay in Cyprus! Highly recommended! The staff was very friendly, gave detailed instructions on how to act in any case. 4 hours of sailing is enough, but we would have liked to have spent more time like that, because it was really fun. Fun entertainment at an affordable price: 138 EUR for the boat rental and 26 EUR for the fuel used. It's really worth it!”
Take the wheel of a private Eden 18 motorboat from Latchi Harbour with up to six people aboard. After a map briefing and driving lesson, cruise the Akamas coast, stop at the Blue Lagoon and quiet bays, and use the supplied safety gear and cool box for a flexible sea day.
“Very professional from the initial booking to the very end of the trip All staff were super helpful and happy”
Travel from Larnaca with a private guide such as Petria or Betra to explore Nicosia, walk to the Green Line, visit a women’s monastery and a traditional Macheras village, and enjoy Cypriot snacks. Pickup is flexible, but lunch and some extra pickup locations cost more.
“Great day with Petria. Lots of informations, good food and had lot of fun. Recommand +++ Great moment while crossing the border in Nicosia.”
This 9 to 10-hour private tour covers Northern Cyprus from Nicosia to Salamis, Famagusta, Varosha, Kyrenia, and North Nicosia. Guides such as Sedat, Sebnem, Cemal, and Özgür lead the day, with lunch, entry fees, and private transport included.
“Sedat is a great guide, very nice and very knowledgeable. He has inside experience of the Cyprus context and was able to give us a insider's view of the last decade.”
Spend three hours learning basic scuba skills before visiting the Zenobia wreck near Larnaca with your own instructor. No licence is required. Your package includes equipment, boat transport, photos and video, with instruction available in 15 languages. A 24-hour gap before flying home is required.
“First the scuba suit has holes in it and instructor is very rude. It says it's beginners diver but they expect you to learn everything in one attempt and he will not give you another chance also. They say photo and video included but they didn't even take any.”
Captain Demetris takes your private group from Latchi Harbour along the Akamas coast to the Blue Lagoon, with a secluded swim stop, snorkelling, fruit, and drinks included. Choose a 2 to 4-hour cruise and enjoy a more personal pace than a large shared boat.
“Very nice boat,plenty of time at each location,if you’re looking to do snorkelling bring your own as they only have a few masks. Definitely worth the money if you want a private boat trip.”
Meet a private Lokafyer in central Limassol for a walk shaped around your interests. Guides such as Gina, Paula, and Maria have shown visitors the Castle, old lanes, marina, fish market, local shops, and everyday Cypriot life. Choose two to six hours, with English or Spanish guidance.
“Paula is a very caring person who provided us with a wealth of information to help us start our vacation in Limassol. There’s nothing like local knowledge to help you truly understand the life and culture of a place.”
Meet a Lokafyer in or near central Nicosia for a private two to six hour walk built around your interests. Guides such as Ute, Iliana, and Faizan have led personal tours covering old-town culture, modern history, food, architecture, and local streets. You set the pace and route.
“Very friendly guide,plenty of information not just about the main sites but also local areas such as where to eat.”
Meet your English-speaking driver in Larnaca Airport’s arrival hall, then ride directly to your Larnaca accommodation. The service includes airport fees, fuel, taxes, and hotel drop-off. Sam is one driver praised for kind, helpful service. Allow 15 to 25 minutes, depending on traffic.
“Easy booking and straight forward process with pick up. Driver was waiting with a sign, no wait time.”
Meet your English-speaking driver in Larnaca Airport’s arrival hall, then ride privately to your Ayia Napa hotel in about 45 minutes. Your driver tracks flight delays, carries bottled water, and can answer basic island questions. Cars and larger vehicles serve groups from 1 to 14.
“Good Car and good driver but unfortunately the driver was late and I have to call the agency and then him. Average service”
Ride a private 4x4 Jeep from Paphos across the Akamas Peninsula with an English-speaking driver-guide. See Peyia sea caves, Edro III, Lara Bay, Avakas Gorge, the Baths of Aphrodite, Latchi, and Adonis Waterfalls, with time for lunch and swimming.
“Gorgo Travel made the booking experience super easy and quick! it was our first time in Paphos and we were recommended amazing tours that made our holiday so memorable! Not to mention the staff were so polite and helpful!”
Glide from Kato Paphos along the promenade and coast with a private English-speaking guide such as Michael. This beginner-friendly two-hour ride passes the harbor, Paphos Fort, and the coastline toward the Tomb of the Kings, with time to learn the Segway at an easy pace.
“Michael (the tour guide) was great. Very pleasant ride. He was flexible and accommodating. It was easy to learn to ride the Segway.”
You get a private, air-conditioned transfer from Larnaca Airport to your Protaras hotel, with return transport included. Your driver waits by Flavours Cafe holding your name sign. The ride takes about 50 to 60 minutes, and vehicles can carry groups of up to 14.
“Had a very good experience with this service. The minute I booked, they were in contact with me to confirm all my information. They also doubled checked once more prior to my depature. Drivers were on time for both pickup to and from the airport. Will definitely use the service again!”
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