Nicosia City Tour from Ayia Napa Protaras

Thursdays from 01 April onwards

Nicosia is the capital of Cyprus and sits in the heart of the island. It is the only divided capital city in the world and has a fascinating and diverse history. Today it is a modern and busy city with an abundance of shops alongside the historic landmarks and ancient sites.

We first make a short stop at the Cyprus handcrafts centre to discover the traditional crafts and products of the island before we reach the city centre. Once we get to the city we will have a short drive around the main monuments and places of interest.

We then stop inside the walls close to the old town where you have around 3 and a half hours free time to explore the old part of Nicosia, visit the Ledra street border crossing or wander the narrow lanes of the Laiki Yeitonia area, shopping for souvenirs. If you prefer you can head to the more modern part of the city where you will find designer boutiques and outlet stores.

During your free time there, you also have the chance to cross the barrier (also known as the “Green Line”) that divides the Cypriot capital city of Nicosia into the southern Cypriot region and the northern, Turkish controlled Cypriot region since the Turkish invasion in 1974. The Turkish occupied part of Nicosia that remains in a time-lock also has many interesting places to visit. Please note that passports are required if you wish to cross the border.

This tour is available from Ayia Napa areas, Protaras/Pernera/Kapparis and Larnaca tourist areas.

Pick up will be from designated pick up points around the resort.

Your nearest pick up point may be a few minutes walk from your hotel. Your exact pick up location and time will be advised upon confirmation.

Please be waiting at the pick up point before the time stated in case the bus is running early. Pick up times start around 08.30am in Ayia Napa, 08.00am Protaras and 09.10am in Larnaca.

Return times are approximately - Larnaca 15:30, Ayia Napa 16.15, Protaras 16:45

Lunch and refreshments are not included.

Souvenirs

Full payment is required at the time of booking.

Please book at least 24 hours in advance.

The tour bus is not wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs which are foldable can be carried in the luggage compartment under the bus. You must be able to climb the stairs of the bus.

Infant buggies/strollers which are foldable can be carried in the luggage compartment under the bus.

Infants aged under 2 years must sit on their parents lap during the tour.

Food and drinks are not allowed on the bus (water is allowed only)

The front seats of the bus may only be reserved for people with disabilities* (see note below).

Children are welcome on this tour.

Pick up times are around 08.30 am from hotels in Ayia Napa, 08.00am in Protaras and 09.10 am from hotels in Larnaca area.

Return times are Larnaca around 15.30, Ayia Napa around 16.15 and Protaras around 16.45.

Itinerary of this excursion is subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions or reasons beyond our control.

All indicated times are approximate and subject to change.

If you want to visit both sides of the last divided city in the world you must bring your passport / EU identity card, in order to cross the border.

Only the citizens of European Union Countries are allowed to use their National Identity (ID) Cards to cross the checkpoint. All other nationalities must use their Passports for crossing. Only original documents can be used for crossing. Photocopies of the original documents, or other forms of identification (e.g., driving licenses, temporary residence permits, etc.) cannot be used for crossing.