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Akamas Blue Lagoon Day Trip: Jeep, waterfalls & swimYou spend a full day in a small-group Jeep exploring the Akamas peninsula from Paphos, with two swimming stops — one at the Blue Lagoon and one at Adonis Baths Waterfall — plus a 50-minute gorge walk, lunch at a seaside restaurant, and stops at the Baths of Aphrodite and a turtle sanctuary. Entry fees and lunch are included, and the Jeep route reaches places regular tours cannot.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see both the Blue Lagoon and Adonis Waterfall in one day without arranging separate transport or entry fees — the Jeep reaches places a regular car cannot, and the small-group format is what makes the full itinerary fit into a single day.
Troodos Mountains: Monasteries, Omodos Village & Food Day TripYou’ll walk monastery halls scented with incense, taste Cypriot village bread still warm from the oven, sip strong local wine in Pedoulas, and wander Omodos’ cobbled lanes. With a local guide sharing stories along winding Troodos roads, this day trip from Paphos lets you feel both Cyprus’ spirit and its flavors — long after you’ve left.
Turtle Cove & Blue Lagoon cruise: Snorkel with sea turtlesThis boat tour from Protaras combines two swimming stops—Konnos Bay and the Blue Lagoon—with views of Cape Greco's dramatic cliffs and the clifftop chapel of Agioi Anargyroi. The 165-minute cruise departs from Protaras Pier with an English-speaking guide, life jackets provided, and restroom access onboard. Snorkeling equipment and drinks are available to purchase during the trip.Is it for me?The English-speaking guide means you'll hear the stories behind the chapel, the cliffs and the local legends without needing to arrange a separate commentary—the information is built into the route. If you speak another language, check the multilingual brochures available onboard.
Famagusta Ghost Town Tour from Ayia Napa: 4 hours exploringYou're picked up from your hotel, taken to a viewpoint overlooking the ghost town with binoculars, then driven into the abandoned Varosha resort area to see the deserted hotels up close. You walk inside the medieval walled city, explore Othello Castle and St George Cathedral, and get free time to wander the Gothic streets before returning. Hotel drop-off included; bring your passport.Is it for me?Right for travelers with a passport who want to understand what happened to Famagusta without arranging their own transport or border crossing — the guide handles the logistics and the history. Plan for a half-day out, which is what lets you see both the viewpoint and the medieval city without rushing.
Ayia Napa Pirate Ship Cruise with Swim & LunchYou’ll board a real pirate ship from Ayia Napa Harbour, sail along dramatic coastline with stops to swim near Agioi Anargyroi Church, and share a laid-back lunch on deck with fellow travelers. Local guides bring stories to life as you spot Famagusta Ghost Town in the distance. Expect laughter, sun-warmed skin, and memories that linger long after you’re back on shore.
Paphos Adults-Only Yacht Cruise: 5 Hours, Swim Stops & Open BarThe Ocean Flyer VIP Cruise is a five-hour adults-only yacht tour departing from Paphos that visits Coral Bay, the Sea Caves, St George Island and Akamas with multiple swim stops, a buffet lunch, and unlimited drinks included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are arranged; the yacht carries a maximum of 65 passengers despite being licensed for 150, keeping the day unhurried. A live English-speaking guide leads the route, and you'll need to bring swimwear and a towel.Is it for me?The five-hour pace is steady water time with multiple swim stops, not a rushed itinerary—book this if you want to spend the day in the water and on the boat without early starts or long coach rides. The 65-person cap means you are not competing for deck space or the buffet line, which matters if crowded group cruises have put you off the water before.
Ayia Napa & Cape Greco: Blue Lagoon, Love Bridge & Sea CavesYou spend the day moving between five or six coastal stops—Nissi Beach, the Love Bridge, sea caves by boat, the Blue Lagoon, and Konnos Beach—with snorkeling gear, water, and entry fees included. Hotel pickup from Larnaca means no driving yourself, and the fixed itinerary keeps the timing tight so you hit each spot at a reasonable hour without doubling back.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main coastal highlights of southeastern Cyprus—beaches, caves, and the famous Love Bridge—without arranging transport, entry fees, or snorkeling gear yourself. The fixed schedule and included equipment mean you move through five stops in one day without logistics getting in the way.
Ayia Napa Cruise: Swim Stops, Lunch & Spacious DecksA four-hour boat cruise from Ayia Napa that passes Cape Greco Viewpoint and the Agioi Anargyroi Church, stops for swimming in the blue lagoon bay, and includes a freshly prepared lunch on deck. The boat is designed with multiple spacious decks so you're not crowded, and an audio guide in English narrates the route. Snorkeling masks are available with a deposit; WiFi, restroom and air conditioning are on board.Is it for me?The spacious decks and multiple levels are what set this boat apart if you want room to move around and not feel crowded—the premium design is built for comfort over capacity. If you're choosing between VIP deck access and standard seating, the VIP option gives you a dedicated upper deck away from the main crowd.
Famagusta & Salamis: Lost Cities Day Trip from PaphosYou cross the border into Northern Cyprus, explore the ancient Roman theatre and baths of Salamis, walk through medieval Famagusta with its Gothic-Ottoman cathedral and Venetian walls, then tour the abandoned Ghost City of Varosha. Hotel pickup from Paphos, a licensed guide, and all entrance fees are included; lunch is optional. The full day takes around 10–11 hours, and you'll need a valid passport or EU ID.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see three distinct historical periods—ancient Roman, medieval Venetian, and modern abandonment—in one day without arranging transport, border logistics, or entry tickets yourself. The fixed itinerary handles the checkpoint crossing, which is what makes a full inland trip possible from Paphos.
Blue Lagoon Cyprus Boat Trip: Waterslide & snorkeling from LatchiYou sail 45 minutes from Latchi harbour to the Blue Lagoon, anchor for just over an hour with free snorkeling gear and a waterslide on deck, sip wine or lemonade, and return the same way. The whole trip is built around that one long stop where you choose what to do — swim, slide, or watch — without being moved along.Is it for me?Book this if you want a half-day on the water without arranging transport from Paphos or figuring out where to snorkel — the boat handles the sail, the stop, and the gear, leaving you free to slide, swim, or float depending on the hour.
Paphos to Akamas: Jeep Safari, Avakas Gorge & Turtle BayYou’ll bounce out of Paphos by jeep to see shipwrecks and sea caves before hiking through shady Avakas Gorge with a local guide. Watch for turtle nests at Lara Bay, grab lunch near Aphrodite’s legendary baths, then finish with a relaxed wine tasting among Cyprus hills. You’ll leave dusty and smiling—and maybe thinking about those turtles long after.
Troodos Mountains Food & Wine Tour from Larnaca: 5 VillagesYou're picked up from your Larnaca accommodation and driven into the Troodos mountains to visit five working workshops where locals make halloumi, honey, wine, bread and traditional sweets. You taste at each stop, eat a meze lunch at a village tavern with included wine or beer, and return by late afternoon. The exact villages shift based on what's happening that day, which is what keeps the tour from feeling staged.Is it for me?Right for food-focused travelers who want to meet the people actually making traditional Cypriot products and don't mind that the exact villages shift based on who's working that day — that flexibility is what keeps the tour from feeling staged and lets you taste things most visitors never find.
Scuba Diving in Protaras: First-Time Lesson with Small GroupsA 3-hour scuba diving lesson in Protaras for first-timers aged 10 and up, with guaranteed small groups of no more than 4 divers, hotel pickup, and all equipment provided. The day splits into a theory session on land, shallow-water practice to learn breathing and basic skills, then a guided dive to 10 meters in Green Bay where you'll see fish and possibly a turtle, followed by tea or coffee after you surface.Is it for me?The 3-hour structure and small group size mean you get steady attention without being rushed through any step — the theory, the shallow practice, and the dive itself all happen at your pace. Book this if you want to try diving without committing to a certification course, or if you're bringing children aged 10 and up who want to experience the water with a guide.
Protaras: 4-Hour Turtle Cruise & Swim Stops with LunchYou board at Golden Coast Harbour and spend four hours on the water, passing 20+ coastal landmarks — from sea caves and hidden beaches to the iconic Fig Tree Bay and the cliff chapel of Agioi Anargyroi. Two swim stops include the turtle-filled waters of the Blue Lagoon with snorkel gear provided. Lunch, WiFi and an English-speaking crew are included; the boat is wheelchair accessible and suitable for families with infants. Book the 4-hour or 3-hour option depending on how much time you have.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Protaras coastline from the water without arranging your own boat or planning multiple stops — the fixed route and included lunch mean you show up and the crew handles the rest.
Scuba Diving Class in Pernera: First Dive with InstructorYou’ll start your day in Pernera with a friendly guide who walks you through scuba basics before heading to Blue Bay for your first real dive. Expect calm waters, curious fish (maybe even turtles), and small group attention. Afterward, relax at the dive shop with drinks while you relive it all on screen — it’s more personal than you’d think.Is it for me?You'll learn the basics in the classroom, then explore shallow reefs where octopus, seahorses, and sea turtles appear.
Akamas: Quad & Buggy Safari to Lara Bay & Adonis BathsYou’ll ride quads or buggies through Akamas with a local guide, stop for photos at sea caves and St George’s island, swim at Lara Bay Turtle Conservation Station and Adonis Baths, and pick up stories (and probably some mud) along the way.
Cyprus: Turtle Snorkeling Tour & Sea Scooters with PhotosYou’ll float through Cyprus’ clear waters alongside wild turtles (some even have names), guided by locals who know every hiding spot. Glide easily with sea scooters and enjoy relaxed moments with your small group—plus snacks, free turtle photos, and all your gear sorted for you. It’s not just about seeing turtles—it’s sharing space with them for a while.
Paphos: Sunset Cruise, Magic Water Fountain & FireworksYou board a large luxury cruiser in Paphos, eat a freshly cooked buffet dinner with unlimited drinks, watch live entertainment and the world's only Magic Water Fountain Show performed at sea, then finish with fireworks before returning to your hotel. Hotel pickup is included, so you don't arrange transport yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full evening out in Paphos without arranging dinner, drinks, entertainment or transport — the fixed itinerary and included pickup handle all of that, leaving you to show up and enjoy the sunset.
Discover SCUBA Diving in Cyprus: 4-Hour Beginner ExperienceDiscover SCUBA Diving is a four-hour beginner experience in Cyprus where you learn dive theory, get fitted to equipment, and complete your first underwater dive with a PADI-certified guide. The session covers safety basics and hands-on skills in the water before you explore one of Pissouri Bay's dive sites for up to an hour. Pickup is included, and the guide speaks English, French, Polish, Hungarian and one additional language.Is it for me?Get underwater and complete an actual dive in one morning—theory, gear, and water all in four hours, with your guide handling logistics so you experience diving without the full certification commitment.
Blue Lagoon Cyprus Boat Trip: Swimming & Snorkeling from LatchiYou board at Latchi Harbour and spend four hours cruising the Paphos coastline, with stops at sea caves, Saint George's island, and one hour swimming in the Blue Lagoon. Wine, juice, and fresh fruit are included. Morning and afternoon departures let you choose when to go, and the boat stays small enough that you're not lost in a crowd.Is it for me?Book this if you're in Paphos for a few days and want to get on the water without blocking out a full day — the four-hour window and fixed schedule mean you can swim, see the coastline, and still have the rest of your afternoon free.
