Embark on a captivating day trip to Kyrenia, Cyprus, and discover stunning beaches, ancient castles, and picturesque landscapes. Explore Kyrenia Castle and St. Hilarion Castle for a truly enchanting experience!
- Saint Hilarion Castle - The castle is renowned for its strategic location, as it overlooks the coastline of Northern Cyprus and offers commanding views of the surrounding countryside. It was originally built as a lookout post, but was later fortified and expanded to become a full-fledged castle.
- Kyrenia Castle - The castle is renowned for its impressive architecture, which includes massive stone walls, towers, and a moat. Inside the castle, visitors can explore various rooms and exhibitions, including a shipwreck museum, which displays the remains of a 4th century BC Greek merchant ship that was discovered off the coast of Kyrenia.
- Bellapais Monastery - The stunning architecture of Bellapais Abbey, which includes a beautiful cloister, a refectory, and a church with magnificent stained glass windows will not leave you indifferent. The church is also home to a rare 14th-century double pulpit, used for preaching to the monks and the congregation.
- Kyrenia Harbour - Time for a walk, lunch and rest.
- Experienced Guide
- Fully insured and air-conditioned Vehicle with Professional Driver
- Time for lunch or rest
- Entrance fees (€3-€5 each p/p)
- Lunch
Kyrenia, also referred to as Girne, is a city situated along the northern shoreline of Cyprus Island. It enjoys immense popularity among tourists due to its picturesque beaches, scenic harbour, and an ancient castle.
Nestled against the foothills of the Kyrenia Mountain range, the town is surrounded by panoramas of pine woods, olive groves, and citrus gardens. It has a historical city center characterized by narrow lanes, age-old structures, and significant landmarks.
A crowning feature of Kyrenia is the Kyrenia Castle, first constructed by the Byzantines in the 7th century and later extended by the Venetians and Ottomans. Today, it serves as a museum, exhibiting the town’s historical and cultural artifacts.
Also in Kyrenia is the St. Hilarion Castle, a medieval stronghold that towers on a hilltop, offering stunning views of the region around. Its architecture is supposed to have inspired Walt Disney’s iconic Sleeping Beauty Castle.
- Tour Duration includes the travel time
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