11 days in Northern Cyprus Itinerary

Famous for its natural port and Byzantine castle, Kyrenia is not only a lovely old Venetian town, but also the most visited tourist destination in Northern Cyprus.

Popular historic sites such as Bellapais Monastery and Mavi kosk are in your itinerary. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at St Andrew's Church and The Round Tower. Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of Saint Hilarion Castle, pause for some serene contemplation at Chysopolitissa church, take an in-depth tour of Ancient Shipwreck Museum, and tour the water at your own pace with Vela Yachting.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Kyrenia trip itinerary builder tool.

Brisbane, Australia to Kyrenia is an approximately 30-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is minus 8 hours. While traveling from Brisbane, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Kyrenia, ranging from highs of 33°C to lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Famagusta.

Just east of the capital sits Famagusta, an ancient port city with archaeological attractions, as well as an abandoned quarter that is popular among tourists as a symbol of the conflict between Turks and Greeks.

Salamis Ancient City and Sea Gate are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Ghost Town Varosha and St Barnabas Monastery and Icon Museum. Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sand and surf at Silver Beach, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sinan Pasa Mosque, stroll through Glapsides Beach, and admire the landmark architecture of Monastery of Apostolos Varnavas.

For reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Famagusta driving holiday planner.

Getting from Kyrenia to Famagusta by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. May in Famagusta sees daily highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 17th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.