Famagusta Jeep Tour and Blue Lagoon Cruise from Larnaca

Cross the divide into occupied Cyprus, then swim in the clearest water on the island

A full-day tour from Larnaca that combines a Jeep excursion through Famagusta (including the viewpoint overlooking the abandoned city, the old town with its Venetian walls, and the Othello Tower) with a boat cruise along the eastern coast to the Blue Lagoon. The tour includes lunch and snorkeling equipment on board. Guiding happens at the Famagusta Viewpoint before crossing the checkpoint, but not during the cruise. A valid passport or European ID is required.

Step-by-step itinerary

Famagusta sightseeing and Blue Lagoon cruise

• Visit Derynia village and Famagusta Viewpoint
• Cross checkpoint into North Cyprus
• Explore old city and Venetian walls
• Visit Othello Tower and take photos
• Drive to east coast beaches
• Board cruise boat along coastline
• Swim and snorkel at Blue Lagoon
• Enjoy lunch and local drink on board

The experience

The day starts in Derynia village at the Famagusta Viewpoint, where your guide explains the history of the city before 1974 and the Varoshia tourist area. From there you cross the checkpoint into the north of the island, pass the ghost city (closed to visitors), and explore the old Famagusta with its Venetian walls, the Othello Tower, and local shops and cafés. This first half is guided. The second half shifts to the water.

After the Jeep portion, you board a cruise boat on the eastern beaches and sail along the coastline, stopping at coves and sea caves. The main event is the Blue Lagoon (famous for water so clear you can see the bottom), where you swim, snorkel (equipment provided free), and often stop for a second swim. Lunch prepared on board comes with a complimentary local drink. The boat portion carries no guide commentary, and adverse weather can cancel this second half. If it does, you receive a refund of €28 per adult or €15 per child.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from selected Larnaca hotels. The Jeep has no air conditioning, so bring sun protection, a hat, sunglasses, swimwear and a towel. You'll need a current valid passport or European ID card to cross the checkpoint. Tours run in English, German, or Polish depending on which option you book at checkout.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected Larnaca hotels.
• Jeep tour with driver.
• guide at the Famagusta Viewpoint.
• boat cruise along the eastern coast.
• entry to the Blue Lagoon.
• snorkeling equipment.
• lunch on board with a complimentary local drink.
• second swim stop during the cruise.

Before you book

Days and timesWednesday, Thursday, Friday and SundayDeparts at 07:30Last departure this season: 30 Oct

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 7 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by MTS GLOBE CYPRUS LTD.

Is this one for you?Book the English, German, or Polish option based on which language your guide speaks. The tour operates in all weather, so dress for sun and bring swimwear. The Jeep has no air conditioning and the boat portion depends on conditions, but the Famagusta Viewpoint and old city exploration happen regardless.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, German and Polish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

What exactly is the Famagusta Viewpoint and what happens there?

The Famagusta Viewpoint in Derynia village overlooks the abandoned city and the Varoshia tourist area. Your guide explains the history of Famagusta before the 1974 Turkish invasion and what life was like there. This is the only part of the tour with guide commentary. Once you cross the checkpoint into the north, the Jeep portion continues without narration.

Can I enter the ghost city or just drive past it?

The ghost city is closed to visitors, so you pass by it during the Jeep tour but cannot enter. You do explore the old Famagusta itself, which has Venetian walls, the Othello Tower (which you can climb for photos), shops and cafés.

What's included in the lunch on the boat?

Lunch is prepared on board by the boat's chef and comes with a complimentary local drink. The meal is served during the cruise portion after you visit the Blue Lagoon.

Is snorkeling equipment provided, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling equipment is provided free of charge on board the boat. You can use it at the Blue Lagoon and during any additional swim stops along the cruise.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my tour?

The Jeep portion operates in all weather conditions. However, adverse weather or other factors beyond the operator's control can cancel the boat cruise and lunch portion. If that happens, you receive a refund of €28 per adult or €15 per child for the cancelled portion.

Do I need a passport to cross into the north?

Yes, a current valid passport is required. European citizens can use a valid ID card instead. Minors traveling with only one parent or in the care of friends or relatives need a consent letter for cross-border travel.