About KYRENIA HOLIDAYS
Kyrenia is a small picturesque harbour town situated on the northern coast of the island, and said to date from the 10th century BC. The jewel in the crown of this ancient fishing village is its delightfully quaint harbour, with its wide variety of restaurants, cafes and bars. Day or night, the harbour is an ideal place to while away the hours, as you take in the spectacular views of Kyrenia castle. The ‘Five Finger’ mountain range forms a stunning backdrop to the town, and has several beautiful villages nestled within. One of these, Bellapais, is known for its lovely abbey and the ‘Tree of Idleness’, which was made famous in Gerald Durrell’s novel ‘Bitter Lemons’. Most hotels are situated on the outskirts of Kyrenia, some enjoying a setting in charming old villages at the foothills of the mountains.
When To Go
North Cyprus has a typical Mediterranean climate. Summer time in North Cyprus can become hot and dry with temperatures around 40C however spring and autumn can get very cool during nights too and pleasant sea breezes drift in; this destination is most visited in the summer. During the winter rainfall occurs near and around the Kyrenia Mountains but North Cyprus is popular to visit all year round.
fr. £45 per person
Visit Salamis Ancient City, St.Barnabas Monastery, Othello Tower, Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque, Venetian Palace & The Magnificent Walls of Famagusta. You will have time to admire the breath taking architecture. Full day excursion with lunch.
fr. £39 per person
This full day excursion starts at Kyrenia Harbour where you will board your gulet. You will then sail along the coastline of Kyrenia and stop at some beautiful secluded bays for a swim or snorkel. A mezze lunch is served on board. Lunch included.
fr. £29 per person
Half day trip to Nicosia, the only remaining divided capital left in the world. You will visit the Walls of Nicosia, Selimiye Mosque (St. Sophia Cathedral), closed Grand Bazaar (Bandabuliya) and Great Inn (Buyuk Han) of the capital.
fr. £45 per person
Visit the old villages in the foothills of the five finger mountain range. Visit the fisherman’s village of Bogaz, the 5th century Mosaics of Sipahi Basilica & the peaceful Monastery of St. Andrew, important for both Greek and Turkish Cypriots. Full Day Excursion.
fr. £32 per person
An evening experience at a typical Cypriot Tavern. You will be served a traditional Cyprus mezze, followed by a main course and fruit. The live entertainment includes live music, traditional
folklore dancing & belly dancer. Dinner included, drinks not incl.
fr. £38 per person
Visit the west coast of Cyprus with spectacular views of the
Mesaria plain. Visit the Maronites village of Korucam, then Guzelyurt city with St. Mamas church. Lunch is included at a local seaside restaurant before driving up to Soli City and Vouni Palace. Full day excursion.