Famagusta Jeep Tour and Blue Lagoon Cruise from Protaras

You cross into the north of the island on this tour, past the checkpoint and into territory off-limits to most visitors.

A full-day jeep and boat tour from Protaras combining land and sea, starting in Derynia with views of Famagusta before 1974, then driving across the green line checkpoint into the occupied north to explore the old Venetian city and ghost town, and finishing with a cruise along the eastern coast to the Blue Lagoon for swimming, snorkeling and lunch. The tour operates in English, German or Polish. Hotel pickup is included from selected hotels. Adverse weather may cancel the boat portion, with compensation offered if that occurs.

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
• Board cruise boat at eastern beaches
• Sail along coastline and sea caves
• Swim and snorkel at Blue Lagoon
• Enjoy lunch and local drink on board

The experience

The day starts at Derynia village, where the guide introduces the history of Famagusta and the Varoshia tourist area before the 1974 Turkish invasion. From there you drive toward the checkpoint that marks the green line dividing the island. After crossing, you enter the occupied north and pass the ghost city (a restricted area where visitors cannot enter), then explore the old city itself with its Venetian walls, the Othello Tower, and shops and cafes where you can wander or rest.

In the afternoon, the tour shifts from land to sea. You board a cruise boat at one of the eastern beaches and sail along the coastline, passing coves and sea caves before reaching the Blue Lagoon, famous for its clear water. Here you swim or snorkel (snorkeling equipment is provided free on board), and the boat makes a second swimming stop along the way. A chef-prepared lunch and a complimentary local drink are served on board during the cruise. Note that guiding ends once you board the boat. The cruise itself is unguided.

Full guidance happens only at the Famagusta Viewpoint before entering the north. The jeep has no air conditioning, so bring sun protection, a hat, sunglasses, swimwear and a towel. A valid passport or European ID card is required to cross the checkpoint. If severe weather or circumstances beyond the operator's control cancel the boat trip and lunch portion, you receive compensation of €25 per adult and €15 per child.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected hotels.
• lunch prepared on board.
• complimentary local drink.
• snorkeling equipment.
• jeep transport with driver and guide in your chosen language (English, German or Polish).

Before you book

Days and timesWednesday, Thursday, Friday and SundayDeparts at 08:15Last departure this season: 30 Oct

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

GroupUp to 10 · max 8 per booking

Live guideEnglish, German and Polish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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?Choose the language option that matches your group so the guide's full explanation at the Famagusta Viewpoint is clear. Once you board the boat, the cruise itself is unguided, so the language choice matters only for the land portion.

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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 happens at the Famagusta Viewpoint before we cross the green line?

The guide provides full orientation at the Famagusta Viewpoint, explaining the history of Famagusta and the Varoshia area before the 1974 invasion. This is the only guided stop before you cross the checkpoint into the north. No guiding resumes once you are in the occupied territory.

Can we actually enter the ghost city, or do we just drive past it?

The ghost city is restricted and visitors are not allowed to enter. You will pass it during the drive, but exploration happens in the old city of Famagusta itself, where you can visit the Venetian walls, the Othello Tower, and browse shops and cafes.

What's included in the lunch served on the boat?

Lunch is prepared by the boat's chef and served on board during the cruise. A complimentary local drink is also included. The meal is part of the tour price.

What documents do I need to bring to cross the checkpoint?

A current valid passport is required, or a valid ID card if you are a European citizen. Minors traveling with only one parent or in the care of others need a consent letter for cross-border travel.

What happens if the weather is too rough for the boat trip?

Adverse weather or other factors beyond the operator's control may cancel the boat trip and lunch portion. If this occurs, you receive compensation of €25 per adult and €15 per child, and the tour ends after the Famagusta section.