Bellapais Monastery - Kyrenia

Private Day Tour in Nicosia and Kyrenia (Nicosia/ Kyrenia Hotels)

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420 minutes
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Kyrenia is located in the north of the island. You have to drive thru the 'Kyrenia Mountain Range' to see the most interesting Abbey which is called 'Bellapais Monastery'

'Kyrenia Castle' is located in Kyrenia harbor which will be our second stop of the day where you will see the Shipwreck Museum. In the museum the shipwreck dates back to 300BC. Many items that were found in the ship are also exhebited.

After a short walk in the harbor and in the back streets of Kyrenia we drive to the capital of the island which is known as Nicosia. The old city is surrounded with high walls from Lusignan and Venetian time.We'll enter the walled city of from Kyrenia Gate.

Venetian Column, St. Sophia Cathedral, Buyuk Han are some of the fascinating sites that we'll see today. You will also have some free time to take photos and do some shopping from the local market.

So go ahead and book this tour to visit with two beautiful cities on your limited time in Cyprus.

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Private Day Tour in Nicosia and Kyrenia (Nicosia/ Kyrenia Hotels)

Pickup included

From￥2,846.39Per Vehicle

What's included in Private Day Tour in Nicosia and Kyrenia (Nicosia/ Kyrenia Hotels)

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Itinerary

Bellapais Monastery

It was built on the cliff of Kyrenia Mountains of a 220m.above the attitude. The first occupants known to have settled on or near the site were the Canons Regular of the Holy Sepulchre, who had fled Jerusalem after its fall in 1187 to Salahaddin Eyyubi. One of the nicest structures in the Middle East. Many additions were made for centuries. It was no longer is use after the Ottoman conquest of 1570. A lot to tell about.

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Kyrenia Castle

A beautiful castle which was built during the Byzantion period. Many additions were made during the Lusignan, Venetian, Ottoman and Colonial Period. The Shipwreck Museum which is also in the castle is a place that must be visited which is located on the harbor. The shipwreck dates back to 300BC with many items that were found in the ship.

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Kyrenia Gate

After driving from Kyrenia we arrive at Nicosia. The old city of Nicosia is surrounded with walls. These walls were made during the Lusignan period.The walls were made stronger during the Venetian period. At that time there were only 3 Gates to enter the walled city. Kyrenia Gate was one of these gates. The dome of the gate was made during the Ottoman period. The dates and the initals that you see on the gate are from the Colonial period which I will tell you all about during our visit.

Inclusions

  • Entrance tickets for historical sites
  • Private tour
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional Guide
  • Parking Fees
  • Lunch
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Pickup and Dropoff

You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points

Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.

Meeting / End Points

  • Ledra Palace Border crossing at the North side in Nicosia

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Operator

Sirin Suha