
Must-sees in Protaras

Cyprus Villages & Food Tour with a Local Guide
On this exclusive tour, you'll leave no stone unturned as you explore Cyprus's hidden corners. Leaving the busy beach resorts behind, you'll arrive at the UNESCO-listed Fikardou Village. All cobblestones and medieval houses, you'll have free time to explore. Next, you'll head into the mountains to tour the 12th Century Macharias Monastery, dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Then, you'll stroll around charming Lefkara, famous for handmade lace and embroidery. Finally, you'll stop in Skarinou to try your hands on halloumi- and bread-making and enjoy lunch while you reflect upon your day.
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Famagusta Tour & Blue Lagoon Cruise
Unlock all the secrets of Cyprus by both land and sea. Travelling in an off-road vehicle, our first stop is the Famagusta culture centre to understand the history of the island. Then pass through the military checkpoint into northern Cyprus and gaze at the haunting sight of Varosha – once a popular beach resort, it's lain abandoned since the Turkish invasion more than 40 years ago. On to Famagusta old town and you can explore the Venetian city walls, its collection of church ruins, or the Gothic cathedral turned mosque. Finally, it's a boat cruise to the Blue Lagoon where there's lunch on-board and plenty of time to swim, snorkel or sunbathe.
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North & South Nicosia Tour
As the last divided capital in the world, Nicosia is a fascinating city to explore – offering you a glimpse of two very different worlds. Your first stop is the St John's Cathedral built in the Franco-Byzantine style. Next up is a walking tour through the historic streets of Laiki Geitonia inside the Venetian city walls. It's a maze of winding streets with churches, squares and ornate buildings. After crossing the Green Line to the north, you'll tick off some of the main sites – Market Square among them. Then, cross back into the southern sector to Ledra Street.
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Varosha Experience Tour by the Original Red Bus
Once a thriving holiday resort, Varosha has lain abandoned in occupied northern Cyprus for nearly 50 years. This open-top bus tour takes you to the heart of this forgotten town, where you'll have around two-hours of free time. Desolate hotels line the beach where you can grab a drink and relax on the sands – it's a real touristic time-capsule.
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Kourion & Paphos Tour
Cyprus is home to many important ancient Greek and Roman archaeological sites. You'll head to Kourion to briefly explore landmarks such as the impressive theatre – dating from the second century BC – and the Agora. En route to Paphos, there's a photo stop at Petra tou Romiou – or Aphrodite's Rock – where, legend has it, Aphrodite emerged from the sea foam. Next, journey on to Ancient Paphos for a guided visit to the legendary Tombs of the Kings, the House of Dionysos and its incredibly well-preserved mosaics. Later, you'll enjoy some free time in Paphos town.
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Kykkos Monastery & Troodos Tour - East
The journey into the Troodos Mountains is a journey to another Cyprus. Rustic stone villages dot verdant valleys and traditional ways of life still hold sway. As you go into the depths of the pine-clad Troodos Mountains, you'll stop by Cyprus Railways Museum and head to Kakopetria village to wander the narrow stone streets before refuelling with a typical Cypriot lunch of souvlaki or halloumi pitta. We continue onwards to the beautiful Kykkos Monastery – the star of the show. Perched on top of Mount Kykkos, the monastery's interior is richly decorated, and you won't be able to keep your eyes off the golden icons and frescoes.
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Famagusta City Tour - East
This full day tour to the occupied northern part of Cyprus takes you to three of the country's most intriguing spots. Your journey into the past starts all the way back in classical times at Salamis. Explore its ruined temples as well as the partially restored amphitheatre. And in the Monastery of St Barnabas, you'll enjoy the fascinating icon museum. After lunch, there will be time to gaze at the haunting sight of the ‘ghost town' of Varosha. Before returning to the south, you'll explore Famagusta. Your guide will show you sights such as the Venetian castle and the Gothic cathedral-turned mosque.
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Famagusta Tour & Constantia Beach
This trip takes you to some of northern Cyprus's most intriguing spots – the old town of Famagusta and the ‘ghost town' of Varosha. From its Venetian city walls to its collection of church ruins, Famagusta is a little gem. As your guide shows you sights such as the Gothic cathedral-turned mosque, it'll almost feel like scenes after a medieval battle. We'll then head to Constantia Beach, where you can take a dip overlooking Varosha, a once popular beach resort graced by film stars such as Elizabeth Taylor and Brigitte Bardot.
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Kyrenia & Nicosia Tour
The north of Cyprus oozes history and culture at every turn with stunning landscapes in between. You'll kick off by crossing over the border to reach Kyrenia. Picture postcard perfect, the harbour is dominated by the ancient fortress of Kyrenia Castle – there's an optional visit. Then, it's on to the 13th century Bellapais, or ‘the Abbey of Beautiful Peace'. There's then free time in the village, where novelist Lawrence Durrell lived in the 1950s. Next, head to Nicosia, where you'll cross the UN buffer zone into the southern sector at Ledra Street. You'll have free time to explore.
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Cyprus Divided Line Tour by the Original Red Bus
This open-top bus tour is all about getting to grips with Cypriot history, culture and cuisine. Travel from the sun-soaked coast to the sprawling fields, windmills and wildflowers of the countryside. You'll get to taste local organic products, chance upon rustic villages, and learn all about the Turkish invasion that divided the island in 1974.
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