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Ghost-Town Famagusta Mini Bus Tour from Protaras and Ayia Napa

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4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

* Half day tour to the Ghosted Varosha Resort.
* Get a close look at the abandoned hotels.
* See the before and after video of Famagusta and view point before entering into the occupied areas.
* Guided on history in great detail
* Small group tour
* Close proximity to the Ghosted hotels and overall no mans land
* Plenty of free time to explore this old town Famagusta Gothic city within side the medieval walls.
* Othelo Castle
* St George Cathedral

PLEASE NOTE THE PROGRAM MAY ALTER AT ANY TIME DUE TO UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES AND WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local taxes
  • Driver/guide
  • Refreshments
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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We ONLY pick up from Kapparis, Pernera, Protarasat 07.45am and Ayia Napa areas at 08.00am for this tour. Please provide your hotel name at time of making the booking so we can arrange your pick up time. Approximate pick up times: Kappari, Pernera & Protaras - 7:45am - 8am Ayia Napa - 8:15am - 8:30am If you are staying outside of this areas please advise how you will be travelling to this areas so we can arrange a pick up point for you.

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Famagusta Viewpoint

First, we visit the Cultural & Heritage Center in Derynia to watch a short film exhibiting Famagusta before the invasion. Then we get on the roof of the center to have a closer look on Famagusta over the border (binoculars provided). You can have a coffee or buy refreshments in the center.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Famagusta Walled City

We commence by seeing Famagusta as we see it today; an abandoned Ghost Town. After crossing the border we will drive along the fence which surrounds this once glamorous city, before arriving on its renowned sandy beach where we view the deserted hotels up close along its coast.We then continue by circling the moat of the gothic city where the castle walls tower over us and finally enter inside and tour the city within the walls where 365 churches and cathedrals which once stood witness to centuries of history gone by. Free time will be given to walk around the city to explore things further or sit back and enjoy a coffee and their famous sweets.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Ghost Town Famagusta

Stroll through the street of the timeless abandoned hotels and once prestige properties and shopfronts all the way down to the Golden sand shore and back
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Passports required for boarder control **PLEASE NOTE** Armenian, Nigerian and Serbian passport holders are NOT ACCEPTED to cross the boarder
  • If baby seat is required a child price will apply
  • Operates in all weather conditions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ghost-Town Famagusta Mini Bus Tour from Protaras and Ayia Napa?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-43143P8

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What's Included

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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local taxes
  • Driver/guide
  • Refreshments
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Passports required for boarder control **PLEASE NOTE** Armenian, Nigerian and Serbian passport holders are NOT ACCEPTED to cross the boarder
  • If baby seat is required a child price will apply
  • Operates in all weather conditions
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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