Northern Cyprus Hidden History
Northern Cyprus Hidden History
Northern Cyprus Hidden History
8 Days Starting and ending in Larnaca, Cyprus
Visiting: United Kingdom, Larnaca, Kyrenia District, St. Hilarion Castle Peak, Bellapais Abbey
Tour operator:
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:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Ruins-Archaeology
Activities:
Tour Overview
Northern Cyprus offers year-round sunshine, picturesque landscapes, ancient ruins and medieval walled towns. Uncover thousands of years of history on this relaxing holiday.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Uk - Larnaca
Location: United Kingdom, Larnaca
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Pia Bella
Meals Included: Dinner, D
Today, you fly to Larnaca today. On arrival we will transfer you to your hotel in the ancient town of Kyrenia.
Day 2 : Kyrenia
Location: Kyrenia District
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Pia Bella
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, BD
After breakfast, join your Holiday Director 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. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a welcome drink before dinner.
Day 3 : Kyrenia - At Leisure
Location: Kyrenia District
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Pia Bella
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, BD
Today, our optional excursion takes us 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 : St Hilarion Castle & Bellapais Monastery
Location: St. Hilarion Castle Peak, Bellapais Abbey
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Pia Bella
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, BD
Our included excursion today takes us through picturesque countryside to the Kyrenia Mountains, also known as the Five Finger Mountains. Firstly, we will visit St Hilarion Castle with magnificent views and afterwards we will visit the village of Bellapais to see the ruins of its 13th century monastery, a fine example of Renaissance Gothic architecture.
Day 5 : Kyrenia - At Leisure
Location: Kyrenia District
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Pia Bella
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, BD
Our optional excursion today takes us on full day exploration to the very east of the island of Cyprus. We will stop in Yeni Erenkoy where you can visit the Ayios Thyrsos Church which has a very scenic location near the sea. After this we will head on to Dipkarpaz which is a small stop for buying water or carrots for the famous donkeys on the Karpaz peninsula. These wild donkeys have been living on the peninsula for years. They are very tame and friendly, and are also a protected species by law. We will then drive all the way to the end of the peninsula to see the St Apostolos Andres Monastery. There are plenty of wild donkeys here too. We will then start the drive back to the hotel, but will stop at Golden beach which is one of the best in the whole of Cyprus where you can swim. Lunch is included on this excursion.
Day 6 : Kyrenia
Location: Kyrenia District
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Pia Bella
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, BLD
After breakfast, we will drive west of Kyrenia, through remote villages to Akdeniz. Here we will visit a bakery to see how the locals make bread, followed by a visit to a farm where we will see how halloumi cheese is made. We'll then head to a local beach side restaurant and enjoy lunch, with free time to swim if you wish. We will return to our hotel in the afternoon.
Day 7 : Kyrenia - At Leisure
Location: Kyrenia District
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Pia Bella
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, BD
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 including 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 8 : Larnaca - Uk
Location: Larnaca, United Kingdom
Meals Included: Breakfast, B
Today, we'll transfer you to the airport for your flight back to the UK.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4-star hotel -
Return flights from London
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A guaranteed twin or double room of your own
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Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage
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Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guide
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7 nights half-board in a 4-star hotel
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15 included meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 7 dinners including a welcome drink & farewell dinner
What's Not Included
Excursions Included
- Kyrenia Castle & harbour tour
- Discover the Karpas Peninsula
- Bellapais Monastery
- Lunch at a traditional olive mill
Accommodation
- Vuni Palace Hotel
- The locally rated 5-star Vuni Palace Hotel is located right on the coast in the beautiful town of Kyrenia. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, terrace, Irish pub, casino, private man-made beach, outdoor and indoor swimming pool (outdoor pool typically open Apr-Oct), and sauna. Bedrooms feature private facilities, balcony, mini-bar, TV, safe and hairdryer.
Optional Excursions
- Famagusta & Salamis
- The divided capital city of Nicosia
- Wine Culture experience
Check out our Q&As
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
No and your own room is guaranteed!
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes, overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Just You has been operating solo holidays for more than 15 years.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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