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Private Tour to the Highlights of Kyrenia

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This tour starts at: The meeting point is right after the checkpoint on the Turkish side..

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Overview

Step into a world where fairy-tale legends and Mediterranean history collide. This premium private experience begins at the magical St. Hilarion Castle, followed by the serene Gothic beauty of Bellapais Abbey. To ensure a truly immersive day, we include a curated traditional lunch in the heart of Bellapais village.

The journey continues inside the majestic Kyrenia Castle, where you will walk the ancient ramparts and explore the 2,300-year-old Greek merchant ship at the Shipwreck Museum. We conclude with a stroll through the picturesque Kyrenia Old Harbour and the hidden alleys of the Old Town. This is a completely all-inclusive experience: your entrance fees, lunch, and traditional refreshments are all covered. Led by a professional guide, this is the ultimate way to experience the 'Jewel of Cyprus' in a single day.

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What's Included

✓ Included

Professional Licensed Tourist Guide
Entrance fees to all attractions
Bottled water
Lunch
Private transportation
Traditional Beverage

✗ Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Stop 1

Step into a fairy-tale fortress perched high on the Kyrenia Mountains. Explore the ruins of St. Hilarion Castle, a three-level limestone marvel said to have inspired Walt Disney. You will walk through the Royal Apartments and stand at the famous Queen’s Window, where you can capture breathtaking panoramic views of the Mediterranean coastline from 732 meters above sea level. It is a perfect blend of Crusader history and spectacular mountain vistas.

Stop 2

Experience the serene beauty of the 13th-century Bellapais Abbey, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture nestled in the mountains. You will walk through the remarkably preserved cloisters and the grand refectory, surrounded by fragrant orange trees. This peaceful village gained global fame through Lawrence Durrell’s memoir, Bitter Lemons, and offers a timeless atmosphere with stunning views over the Kyrenia plains.

Stop 3

Explore the massive Kyrenia Castle, a formidable Venetian fortress guarding the ancient harbor. You will walk the high ramparts for a bird’s-eye view of the sea before heading inside to the Shipwreck Museum. There, you’ll see the world-famous Kyrenia Ship—a Greek merchant vessel dating back 2,300 years—along with its original cargo of amphoras and almonds, preserved for centuries beneath the waves.

Stop 4

Visit the most picturesque spot on the island at the horseshoe-shaped Kyrenia Harbour. You will admire the colorful fishing boats and historic stone warehouses while enjoying the sea breeze and the vibrant atmosphere of the waterfront.

Stop 5

Discover the hidden soul of the city with a stroll through the narrow, winding alleys of the Old Town. You will wander past historic architecture and local artisan shops where the city’s rich Venetian and Ottoman heritage is still beautifully visible.