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Tour to Famagusta-Ancient Salamis and Ghost Town from Paphos

By EOS TOURS (Cyprus)
Free cancellation available
Price is $96 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Explore the historic East Coast of Cyprus with a visit to Famagusta, a port city rich in heritage. Stroll through the Old Town and discover its fascinating past.
Visit Othello Castle, built in the 14th century by the Lusignan dynasty and named after Shakespeare’s famous play. Admire the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, a Gothic masterpiece inspired by Notre Dame, later converted into a mosque during Ottoman rule. Walk along the city’s defensive walls for stunning panoramic views.
Next, step back in time at the ancient city of Salamis, once the largest city in Cyprus. According to legend, it was founded by Teucer, mentioned in Homer’s Iliad. Finally, take in the eerie sight of Varosha, the infamous “ghost town” left abandoned due to Cyprus’ turbulent history.

Activity location

  • Salamis
    • 99450, Famagusta, Cyprus

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Salamis
    • 99450, Famagusta, Cyprus

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Day Trip to FAMAGUSTA (Varosha, Salamis) from Paphos
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30am
Price details
$91.39 x 2 Adults$182.78
Paid at activity$9.26
Total
Price is $192.04
Until Thu, Oct 23

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pick-up/drop-off
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    Experienced Guide
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    Fully insured and air-conditioned Vehicle with Professional Driver
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Time for lunch or rest
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Any private expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Salamis
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Othello Castle

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • All visitors have to pass through the borderline security
  • Passport or ID card is required. Please note that the holders of Armenian, Syrian, Nigerian, Turkmenistan, Nepalese and Bangladeshi passports cannot visit the Northern part of Cyprus (need special visa)
  • Please pay attention that shoulders and knees should be covered during visiting monasteries and churches
  • Need comfortable walking shoes
  • The tour operator may amend the program without reducing the scope or quality of services provided

Activity itinerary

Salamis
  • 25m
  • Admission ticket not included
Once the thriving capital of ancient Cyprus, Salamis now stretches out in sun-drenched ruins just north of Famagusta. Its grand theatre, marble colonnades, and vast gymnasium invite you to walk through centuries of history — with the sound of waves never far off.
Famagusta
  • 20m
Famagusta’s city walls don’t just surround the old town — they shape its soul, with massive stone bastions that rise from quiet streets like reminders of another era. Climb to the top and the past feels close: cannons may be gone, but the view still guards the coast.
Othello Castle
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
Othello Castle may be small, but it packs in centuries of stories — from Venetian guards to echoes of Shakespeare’s famous play. Climb its sturdy towers, peer through old cannon slits, and imagine when this quiet corner once guarded the gates of a mighty port.
Famagusta
  • 1h 20m
Famagusta’s center feels like a quiet mix of past and present — faded stone buildings, market stalls, and the sound of church bells blending with the buzz of scooters. It’s a place to explore slowly, where every corner has a bit of history and a spot to sit in the sun.
Ghost Town Famagusta
  • 40m
Varosha, once a thriving resort, now stands as a silent reminder of another time, with empty streets and abandoned buildings. Although the area remains off-limits, it offers a glimpse into the past and reflection on the island’s complex history.

Location

Activity location

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    Salamis
    • 99450, Famagusta, Cyprus

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Salamis
    • 99450, Famagusta, Cyprus

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