Northern Cyprus Hidden History
Northern Cyprus Hidden History
Northern Cyprus Hidden History
8 Days Starting and ending in Larnaca, Cyprus
Visiting: Larnaca, Kyrenia, Famagusta, Nicosia, Karpas Peninsula
Tour operator:
Tour code:
SECYPN
Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Please make us aware of any specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
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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
Itinerary
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
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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.
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Return flights from London
Return flights from London are included in the package.
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7 nights half-board in a 4-star hotel
Enjoy 7 nights of half-board accommodation in a 4-star hotel.
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A guaranteed twin or double room of your own
You are guaranteed a twin or double room of your own without any single supplement.
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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.
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Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage
Overseas transfers, other transportation, and porterage are included in the package.
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Kyrenia Castle & harbour tour
An included guided tour of Kyrenia Castle and the harbour.
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St Hilarion Castle & Bellapais Monastery
An included excursion to St Hilarion Castle and Bellapais Monastery.
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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
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Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 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
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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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