Northern Cyprus Hidden History

Northern Cyprus Hidden History

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Northern Cyprus Hidden History

8 Days Starting and ending in Larnaca, Cyprus

Visiting: Larnaca, Kyrenia, Famagusta, Nicosia, Karpas Peninsula

Tour operator:

Just You

Tour code:

SECYPN

Specialist Group:

Singles Solo

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low, Relax & Discover

Age range:

18-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Please make us aware of any specific dietary requests

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through Northern Cyprus with the "Northern Cyprus Hidden History" tour. This cultural adventure offers a unique blend of history, local flavors, and stunning landscapes. Explore the enchanting Kyrenia Castle and its picturesque harbor, and delve into the past at St Hilarion Castle and Bellapais Monastery. Experience authentic Cypriot life with a day of tasting local delicacies in Akdeniz village. Enjoy the comfort of your own room without a single supplement, and benefit from the expertise of a dedicated Just You holiday director throughout the trip. Stay at the luxurious Vuni Palace Hotel, a 5-star retreat on the coast of Kyrenia, offering a range of amenities including pools, a private beach, and a casino. With return flights from London, half-board accommodation, and 15 meals included, this tour promises an unforgettable exploration of Northern Cyprus's hidden treasures.

Highlights

  • Kyrenia Castle and harbour tour

  • St Hilarion Castle and Bellapais Monastery

  • A day of tasting with the locals at Akdeniz village

  • Explore the ancient city of Salamis and the medieval walled town of Famagusta

  • Discover the picturesque Kyrenia Mountains, also known as the Five Finger Mountains

  • Visit the Karpas Peninsula, famous for its wild donkeys

  • Optional excursion to the divided capital city of Nicosia

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Uk To Larnaca

Location: Larnaca

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: hotel in the ancient town of Kyrenia

Meals Included: Dinner

Depart on your flight to Larnaca today, transferring on arrival to your hotel in the ancient town of Kyrenia. After you've settled in, join your fellow travellers for a welcome drink before dinner is served this evening.

Day 2 : Kyrenia

Location: Kyrenia

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, join your Tour Manager for an included guided tour of Kyrenia Town. We'll discover the horseshoe-shaped Venetian harbour and Kyrenia Castle, which boasts a fascinating Shipwreck Museum. You may choose to visit this during free time. It houses one of the oldest trade ships in the world, which was discovered in the 1960s after laying on the seabed for more than 2,000 years. The afternoon has been left free, so you might choose to make the most of your hotel's facilities, which include two swimming pools.

Day 3 : Famagusta & Salamis

Location: Famagusta

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today you can join our optional excursion to the ancient city of Salamis, home to a treasure trove of ruins. Highlights of our tour include the Roman bath house, which still displays traces of its original mosaics, a gymnasium boasting an elegant colonnade and impressive statues, and a restored Roman amphitheatre. We'll continue to the medieval walled town of Famagusta. Stroll around the walls and take in sights including the 14th century St Nicholas Cathedral, the Venetian Palace, St Barnabas Monastery, the abandoned quarter of Varosha and the Royal Tombs, which date back to around the 7th century BC.

Day 4 : Bellapais Monastery

Location: Kyrenia

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Our included excursion today take in the sights of the historical Bellapais Monastery.

Day 5 : Nicosia

Location: Nicosia

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

You can spend a further day at leisure, or maybe you'll join our optional excursion to Nicosia with included lunch. The capital of Cyprus is split in two by the 'Green Line', dividing the Turkish and the Greek Cypriot communities. A stroll through the Old Town will introduce a picturesque combination of 16th century walls, pavement cafés, charming squares and historic monuments such as St Sophia Cathedral and the Kyrenia Gate. After your guided tour there's time to explore with your fellow travellers or indulge in a spot of shopping.

Day 6 : Karpas Peninsula

Location: Karpas Peninsula

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Our included excursion today takes us on a scenic drive through the countryside of the Karpas Peninsula, famous for its wild donkeys. We'll stop at a traditional olive oil mill before we enjoy an included lunch. In the afternoon we'll head to the tip of the peninsula to visit the Apostolos Andreas Monastery, dedicated to St Andrew and once known as the 'Lourdes' of Cyprus.

Day 7 : Kyrenia

Location: Kyrenia

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today has been left free for you to spend at leisure. Alternatively you could choose to go on a wine culture experience. This evening we’ll gather as a group for a farewell meal.

Day 8 : Larnaca To Uk

Location: Larnaca

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today we'll transfer to the airport for the flight back to the UK.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    4-star hotel

  • Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guide

    A dedicated Just You Holiday Director and a Specialist Local Guide will accompany you throughout the trip.

  • Return flights from London

    Return flights from London are included in the package.

  • 7 nights half-board in a 4-star hotel

    Enjoy 7 nights of half-board accommodation in a 4-star hotel.

  • A guaranteed twin or double room of your own

    You are guaranteed a twin or double room of your own without any single supplement.

  • 15 included meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 7 dinners including a welcome drink & farewell dinner

    The package includes 15 meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 7 dinners, along with a welcome drink and a farewell dinner.

  • Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage

    Overseas transfers, other transportation, and porterage are included in the package.

  • Kyrenia Castle & harbour tour

    An included guided tour of Kyrenia Castle and the harbour.

  • St Hilarion Castle & Bellapais Monastery

    An included excursion to St Hilarion Castle and Bellapais Monastery.

  • A day of tasting with the locals at Akdeniz village

    Experience a day of tasting local delicacies with the locals at Akdeniz village.

What's Not Included

  • Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.

  • Optional Excursions

    Optional excursions such as visits to Famagusta & Salamis, the divided capital city of Nicosia, and a Wine Culture experience are not included in the package.

Excursions Included


  • Kyrenia Castle & harbour tour

  • Discover the Karpas Peninsula

  • Bellapais Monastery

  • Lunch at a traditional olive mill

Accommodation

Stay at the locally rated 5-star Vuni Palace Hotel, located on the coast in Kyrenia. Enjoy facilities such as a restaurant, terrace, Irish pub, casino, private beach, and both indoor and outdoor pools. Rooms include private facilities, balcony, mini-bar, TV, safe, and hairdryer.

Optional Excursions


  • Famagusta & Salamis

  • The divided capital city of Nicosia

  • Wine Culture experience

Mode of Transport

The tour includes return flights from London and overseas transfers. Other transportation and porterage are also provided, ensuring a seamless travel experience throughout your stay in Northern Cyprus.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes a stay at the locally rated 5-star Vuni Palace Hotel, located on the coast in Kyrenia. The hotel offers a restaurant, terrace, Irish pub, casino, private man-made beach, outdoor and indoor swimming pools, and a sauna. Rooms come with private facilities, a balcony, mini-bar, TV, safe, and hairdryer.

  • Are there any meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour package includes 15 meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 7 dinners. A welcome drink and a farewell dinner are also included.

  • What is the role of the Just You Holiday Director during the tour?

    The Just You Holiday Director acts as your host throughout the trip, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and providing guidance and assistance as needed.

  • Is there any free time during the tour to explore on my own?

    Yes, there are several opportunities for leisure time during the tour. For example, on Day 2, the afternoon is free for you to enjoy the hotel's facilities, and on Day 7, you have the option to spend the day at leisure or join an optional excursion.

  • What optional excursions are available during the tour?

    Optional excursions include a visit to the ancient city of Salamis and the medieval walled town of Famagusta, a full-day exploration of the Karpaz Peninsula, and a trip to Nicosia, the divided capital city of Cyprus.

  • What unique experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes unique experiences such as a guided tour of Kyrenia Town, a visit to St Hilarion Castle and Bellapais Monastery, and a day of tasting with locals in Akdeniz village, where you can see how bread and halloumi cheese are made.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    All the people in your group will be solo travellers and will share your sense of adventure and passion for travel. There’s usually a good mix of ages too, so you’ll meet a variety of solo travellers who have more, or in some cases less, life experience. We find the overall mix of people really adds to the whole experience and there are certainly plenty of l

  • Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

    A few years ago we set up Just You Cares, a programme that gives back to some of the places we love. We have always believed in taking care of the communities we visit, and have taken the time to really get to know the local people and understand the challenges they face. Some of our holidays give our Customers the chance to see how the money from their trips has been spent.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    At Just You, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If we can accommodate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - just make sure you have your booking number to hand.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes, and all of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.

  • Will I eat alone?

    We find there’s always a social element to dining, so you’ll never eat alone, unless you want to! Every holiday includes a welcome get-together, all breakfasts and many other meals. When a meal is not included we find travellers meet and dine together.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    No, given the nature of our holidays, it is not possible to join the tour once it has departed.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Just You has been operating solo holidays for more than 15 years.

  • Am I guaranteed a room of my own?

    Of course, you’ll always have a twin or double room all to yourself. It’s great to have that space to relax and reflect at the end of the day. In some hotels you can also pay a little extra to upgrade for more space or a lovely sea view.

  • What is the typical age range on a Just You holiday?

    Typically, our customers are solo travellers in their 40s, 50s and 60s, but it’s quite possible you could meet 20-year-olds or 70-year-olds (or anyone in between)... After all, age is just a number!

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    We have received the World Travel and Tourism Councils (WTTC) Safe Travels stamp, which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world. The 'Safe Travels' stamp provides you, with assurance and peace of mind that we have implemented enhanced health and hygiene prprotocols on all holidays.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Once you book, you will receive a confirmation invoice within 7 days, prior to departure, we will send you further information to help prepare for your trip.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Just You is exclusively for solo travellers, every tour includes a twin or double room of your own, with no single supplement.

Reviews of this operator

Jenny Elliott  

Fabulous Holiday with Just You

28-Oct-2021

Fabulous holiday with Just You - well organised, excellent accommodation and our tour leader absolutely made the trip! Would highly recommend.

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Russell Kerfoot  

Travels 2013 -2019

21/06/2021

Have taken about 15 tours with JY, mainly long haul, and found the experience exhilarating. Apart from the company's professionalism and extensive and varied tour options, I have made so many friends for life. Looking forward to resuming my travels in 2022.

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jean thornton (Google Reviewer)  

My short trip to Versailles...

08-Sep-2024

My short trip to Versailles & Monet’s garden with ‘just you’ was excellent. Tessa our guide gave 101%. Beautiful hotel and surroundings. A very friendly bunch of people and a mix of all ages. Will definitely be going with them again.

Tyler Kerr (Google Reviewer)  

Apologies in advance to the...

09-Jun-2024

Apologies in advance to the business as my holiday was the Eastern Wonders tour in Canada in June 2023 but some things happened shortly after which I had to focus on and then I kept forgetting to write a review. This was hands down the best holiday I’ve ever had. My coeliac disease was no issue whatsoever and the tour guide ‘Johanna’ is an absolute credit to Just You. She along with all of the other tour guides in the city stops were knowledgeable and great fun. The only day I felt wasn’t necessary for that time of year was Mont-Tremblant and the Holiday Inn there wasn’t the best but every other hotel was wonderful. Everyday was well-balanced with little tours to see the gorgeous sights in each location whilst still leaving us with plenty of time for our own exploration. The coach driver ‘Dave’ was also a really lovely chap. We always felt very safe with him behind the wheel and, should Just You offer this tour again someday, I would definitely recommend it. I will be using this company again and I can’t wait. I’d also like to thank the team at Just You over the phone and the representative at Heathrow who helped me as I’m on the autism spectrum and can get overwhelmed. Lovely company and very well priced in my opinion. With everything we did it would have cost around double if you’d made this trip independently.

Alistair Chattaway (Google Reviewer)  

A shame that there are...

14-Aug-2024

A shame that there are a lot of negative reviews regarding Just You as I recently went on their tour of Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast... it was a fantastic trip and I was part of a lovely group of people. The tour guide (Michela) was fantastic and the staff members in the hotel in Pompeii were really friendly and accommodating. As I have certain dietary requirements, the staff in the hotel went to every length to accommodate these needs... and whereas no hotel is ever perfect, I had a quiet and comfortable room and it was more than adequate for my needs. The additional tours were fantastic and the tours of the Pompeii ruins, Herculaneum, Capri, Ravello and Amalfi Coast were well planned. The tour guides were really knowledgeable about the area and it really took my breath away. I didn't like Naples very much but the museum and its exhibitions were really worth the short visit there. Four of the guest flew in on earlier flights from different parts of the UK and rather than keep us waiting at the airport, a separate transfer was organised to get us to the hotel in good time for some rest. The other guests on the tour were really friendly and no one felt left out at any point... and the group size (17 people) was perfect. A lot of the guests had already been on previous holidays with Just You and had really good things to say... so, having been skeptical due to the negative reviews I read before I went on the holiday, I wanted to write a positive review as I had a lovely time on this holiday... to the point that I will definitely book another holiday with Just You in the future.

aled blackshaw (Google Reviewer)  

Been on 5 holidays with...

13-Oct-2023

Been on 5 holidays with this company they have generally been good but the prices have risen considerably and i feel do not provide true value for money. In my opinion all the excursions and meals should be included in the total cost as they not worth the extra cost. Also they are very dismissive of any complaints once you have paid for the holiday they are not interested. I think i will try another company next time

Sue Sweeney (Google Reviewer)  

Great holidays for singles. I've been...

28-Jun-2023

Great holidays for singles. I've been on 4 holidays with them. Only issue is the hotel rooms. They generally use 3* hotels and I've booked at the same time and price as my friends but the difference in rooms is unbelievable. I've been lucky, but I've heard horror stories from friends of rooms like a dungeon with one small high window whilst I've had a fabulous sea view.

COLIN BROAD (Google Reviewer)  

I went on a spirit...

08-Apr-2024

I went on a spirit of an India trip with Amritsar add on. It looks good in the brochure, but things aren’t always as they seem. If like me you like a toilet break every two hours (discussed with the company in depth in advance) or have a hidden disability. then this holiday is not for you - use a different holiday company! Their planned toilet stops are every 3.5 hours, so ladies bring your pads and gents be prepared for “natural stops” while all the passengers watch you out the window or bring a bottle and a blanket as a screen. The Taj Mahal in Agra was good, along with the two trips to the Ganges river and the Golden Temple at Amritsar too. Rarely are you in the same spot for more than one night and a 6 hour daily coach or train journey became the norm. It was a shame that there was not an opportunity to enjoy the hotels that we’d obviously paid a lot of money for. If you’re looking for tigers in the game park, don’t get your hopes up. 99% unlikely. It is also a disappointment that there is little opportunity to explore the areas in the major cities that we’d traveled too If you are lucky enough to find some companionship from the opposite sex and wish to be bring them “home” this is frowned upon by the company - even if you have paid extra due double occupancy as required by the hotel I received a letter on holiday basically saying that the two hourly toilet stops required (and discussed in advance) due to diabetes was a disruption to the schedule. That photos sent to me by a girlfriend were “illicit”. Photo uploaded - make your own mind up” Also that managing to get lucky a couple of times and bringing them back to the hotel was an issue - very strange due a so called singles holiday

Maureen May (Google Reviewer)  

Just returned from St Lucia....

29-Feb-2024

Just returned from St Lucia. Hotel dreadfully shabby. Breakfasts very limited with very little fresh fruit. Our hotel was a 20 minute walk in 29C or a free bus on the hour to the beach and sister hotel. Location good for nearby local shopping and restaurants. The sunset cruise was brilliant as was the whale watching, but surf and safari trip was a disaster. We travelled in two open topped trucks with a two and a half hour drive to the surfing destination. During the trip smoke started from the gear box and we had to abandon the vehicle until the situation was rectified, which, to their credit, was sorted very quickly. Unfortunately the sea was too rough for the boat so we had to return back in the trucks. Extremely uncomfortable on side bench seats, hanging on in the rain. So, all in all we don’t over 6 hours on the trucks - not good. The tour guide left before the 5 day extension period without a handover to the local tour operators. No Information was given except by the hotel. I had already booked to go the Athens with Just You in May, now I wish I hadn’t.

Sunlight59 (Google Reviewer)  

Booked the French & Italian...

12-May-2024

Booked the French & Italian Riviera. Too much travelling on the coach. Most journeys to places were around 2 hours or more. No toilet facilities unless you go into a cafe to buy something. The group were lovely but mostly retired and older. Didn’t have much in common. The hotel was comfortable and clean. Vegetarians had mainly different types of cooked eggs for dinner. But plenty of food. However the hotel Toscana in Alessio does cater for families with children so noisy at night for the last few days of the holiday. Paid a lot of money for this holiday. Did not meet my expectations as per brochure.

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