What excursions to take in Cyprus to make your vacation memorable? We have found 9 popular excursions in Russian with excellent reviews from tourists. Take your pick!
Look for interesting excursions on the Sputnik and Tripster websites. Individual and group, no crowds of tourists and in Russian.
Cyprus in one day
Description... The first impression of the island is the most important thing, therefore a sightseeing tour of Cyprus is in demand at all resorts. The tour starts from the ancient monastery of Mehara. Then - the village of Lefkara. Mountains, caves, wine. The ghost town of Varosha and the fortress of Famagusta - and all this in 1 day.
Price... For 1-4 people - 240 €.
Reviews of tourists... The trip lasts 10 hours, but it is not tiring. From the car window you can admire the picturesque nature of Cyprus all day long. The excursion is possible from different resorts in Cyprus.
Excursions in Cyprus (scroll to the right)
Limassol: Behind the Scenes of a Tourist City
Description... There is a lot to do outside of the tourist promenade! On this unusual sightseeing tour in Limassol, you will get to know the authentic streets, monuments and flamboyant street art. Thanks to a Russian-speaking guide, you will learn how in a couple of decades a small village turned into a prosperous city.
Price... For 1-2 people - 59 €. Take 2-5 euros for coffee, ice cream and soft drinks!
Reviews of tourists... The participants of the excursion noted a walk in a green park, old churches of Limassol and a tasting of delicious coffee.
Look at the reviews of tourists about Limassol.
Sea voyage
Description... During a cruise on a comfortable catamaran, you will see the picturesque coastline between two famous resorts - Ayia Napa and Protaras, visit Konnos Bay, the famous Blue Lagoon and admire the azure water near the rocky Cape Greco.
Price... For an adult - 67 €.
Reviews of tourists... The boat trip lasts 6 hours. Tourists appreciated the excellent organization of the buffet, exciting snorkeling and canoeing.
Shrines of Cyprus
Description... Vacationers in Larnaca are happy to go on an excursion to the Christian places of Cyprus. The route starts from the church of St. Lazarus and leads to the monastery of St. Thekla, which is located near the village of Mosfiloti. You will visit the church of Saints Cyprian and Justina, the royal monastery of Kykkos and the monastery of Trooditissa.
Price... For 1-4 people - 250 €. Cypriot wine tasting is free, but lunch is not included.
Reviews of tourists... The tour participants liked the guide's stories about revered relics, Christian saints and the stories of Cypriot monasteries and temples.
Salamis - Famagutsta
Description... According to tourists, an excursion from Protaras is popular, which introduces the ancient, medieval and modern Cyprus. The route begins in ancient Salamis, a city founded in the 13th century BC. You will see the ruins of ancient buildings and learn the history of Hellenistic Cyprus. Then tourists are taken to Famagusta, which in the Middle Ages was considered one of the largest ports in the Mediterranean. The tour ends in the ghost town of Varosh.
Price... For 1-4 people - 170 €. Entrance tickets to Salamis cost 3 €.
Reviews of tourists... The car tour is good for traveling with children and a group of friends.
Traveling in Northern Cyprus
Description... From Ayia Napa there are excursions to the ancient cities and picturesque villages of Northern Cyprus. You will walk along the medieval streets and the picturesque harbor of the port of Kyrenia, explore the ancient fortress, go down into the dungeons and hear the story of the Knights Templar.
Price... For 1-4 people - 210 €.
Reviews of tourists... The participants are satisfied with a comfortable car ride, the guide's erudition, an interesting presentation of the material and a thoughtful route. Tourists loved the sights of Famagusta, Bellapais Abbey and the village where the writer Lawrence Durrell lived.
From Paphos to Troodos Mountain Reserve
Description... If you are staying in Paphos, go on an excursion to one of the most beautiful places in Cyprus - Troodos National Park. You will get acquainted with local crafts, taste the best Cypriot wines, walk along the scenic trail to the Caledonia Falls and dine at a mountain tavern.
Price... For 1-5 people - 114 €.
Reviews of tourists... The excursion in a comfortable minivan is convenient for families with children and aged tourists. Vacationers appreciated the indescribable flavor of Cypriot villages, an interesting wine museum and a glass-blowing workshop.
Two-faced Nicosia
Description... From Ayia Napa, take an excursion to Nicosia. Tourists are shown the Archbishop's Palace, the Byzantine Museum, the old quarters inside the Venetian walls, the Ledra pedestrian street, the Selimiye Mosque, the ancient caravanserai, colorful oriental bazaars and dervish shows.
Price... For 1-4 people - 199 €.
Reviews of tourists... During the trip, you can get acquainted with the history and cultural characteristics of Nicosia. The excursion allows you to see the city in which Orthodox and Islamic traditions are harmoniously combined.
Cyprus is a country where children are adored
Description... Small travelers are not very interested in trips to holy places, ruins of ancient cities and traditional museums. They love adventure rope park, an abandoned haunted hotel and climbing the highest peak on the island - Olympus. The bonus of the children's excursion in Cyprus is lunch at a tavern serving the best on the island of meze, and a tasting of delicacies at a chocolate factory.
Price... For 1-4 people - 260 €. Lunch at the tavern costs 20 € per person, and the entrance to the rope park is from 16 to 40 €.
Reviews of tourists... A family tour is a great opportunity to introduce children to the sights of Cyprus. For babies in the car, a child seat - booster network.
Advice
- For active tourists, excursions around Cyprus for the whole day, which last for 8-10 hours, are ideal. Kids get tired of a long road and do not tolerate travel on mountain serpentines. For parents with small children, we recommend choosing half-day tours.
- It's hot in Cyprus in summer! Dress lightly. Bring sun hats, sunglasses, sunscreen and drinking water on the road. For a beach holiday and snorkeling, a towel and bathing accessories will come in handy. When visiting religious sites, choose plain clothes that cover your knees and shoulders. Women should take a scarf or stole.
- For any excursion, it is better to put on comfortable sports shoes - sneakers or sneakers.
- Always carry cash with you. They are needed to pay for entrance tickets to museums and archaeological sites. In addition, you can always buy your favorite souvenirs, food and drinks.
- If you love trekking, explore the island on your own! There are equipped hiking trails in the Troodos mountains and along the rocky coast.
- For those who want to diversify their vacation and see two countries, we advise you to go from Cyprus on an excursion to Israel. Tourists are taken on one- and three-day tours to the Holy Land by plane and ferry. The travel programs are different, but the itinerary always includes Jerusalem and Bethlehem. Prices for group excursions for adults start from 300 €, and for individual ones - from 900 €.
