Private Day Trip to Kyrenia (St. Hilarion Medieval Castle)

Duration

9 hours

Languages

English, Russian

Guests

1-3

This tour is designed for lovers of the Middle Ages.

Highlights:

St. Hilarion Castle
Kyrenia Castle Museum
Kyrenia Harbor
Old city - free time
Bellapais Abbey

Includes:

Tour guide
Professional Driver
Fully insured and air-conditioned Vehicle

Not Included:

Personal Expenses
Lunch
Entrance Fee

Please note: Passport or ID card is required to visit Northern Cyprus

The trip takes us to the northern part of the island. In the capital Nicosia, you will cross the Green Line separating the southern part of Cyprus from the occupied northern territory.

The road from Nicosia to Kerynia goes past the mountain Pentadaktylos which means Five fingers in Greek. Here we will enjoy the legendary St. Hilarion Castle the main stronghold of the Templars in Cyprus.

Then we arrive to the former summer residence of the French royal Lusignans dynasty the city of Kyrenia. It is the largest city in Northern Cyprus. Stroll through the narrow streets of the Old town, go down to the beautiful promenade to spend your free time.

Within the fortification walls of the Venetian Castle explore the Shipwreck Museum housing the remains of the 4th century B.C. cargo ship, from the times of Alexander III of Macedon, and the fragmented goods it carried.

Our journey continues to Bellapais Abbey widely renowned as one of the most fascinating Gothic monuments in Cyprus erected by the Crusaders..