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Excursion to Kyrenia from Limassol
1 day
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Itinerary
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Stop At: Saint Hilarion Castle, West of the Main Kyrenia-Nicosia Highway,, Kyrenia Cyprus
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 at 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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kyrenia Castle, East end of the old harbour, Kyrenia Cyprus
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kyrenia Harbour, Kyrenia Cyprus
Time for a walk, lunch and rest.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Bellapais Monastery, Bellapais Village, Kyrenia Cyprus
Our journey continues to Bellapais Abbey widely renowned as one of the most fascinating Gothic monuments in Cyprus erected by the Crusaders.
Duration: 30 minutes
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Saint Hilarion Castle, West of the Main Kyrenia-Nicosia Highway,, Kyrenia Cyprus
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 at 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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kyrenia Castle, East end of the old harbour, Kyrenia Cyprus
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kyrenia Harbour, Kyrenia Cyprus
Time for a walk, lunch and rest.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Bellapais Monastery, Bellapais Village, Kyrenia Cyprus
Our journey continues to Bellapais Abbey widely renowned as one of the most fascinating Gothic monuments in Cyprus erected by the Crusaders.
Duration: 30 minutes
Not included
- Lunch
- Entry tickets
- Entry/Admission - Saint Hilarion Castle
- Entry/Admission - Kyrenia Castle
- Entry/Admission - Bellapais Monastery
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
60%
Sport
20%
Aquatic
20%
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Our guide for the day was, Viola, she was excellent. Very friendly and knowledgeable. We saw the history and culture of North Cyprus