No city may be more defined by a border than Nicosia. The dividing line between south and north Cyprus slices Nicosia in two, giving it a foot in both worlds. The island's largest settlement, Nicosia offers visitors a fortified old town, relaxed pedestrianized neighbourhoods and good dining and nightlife options, making it the ideal base to explore further afield.

Take a Nicosia private tour and explore this city in Cyprus with a local guide.

Nicosia was settled 4500 years ago, and has been ruled by Romans, Byzantines, Lusignans, Venetians and Ottomans, each of whom left their mark. Meet your guide at the Selimiye Mosque, once the Gothic Cathedral of St Sophia, until the Ottomans converted it in 1570. Admire the gorgeous Büyük Han caravansarai, then walk to Paphos gate and cross the border on foot, your guide by your side.

Want to explore further? Our guides organize trips to the Troodos mountains and Kakopetria village, or to Larnaca's salt lake and St. Mamas Monastery in Guzelyurt

Nicosia

Unique Divided Capital of Cyprus, Nicosia and Romantic Larnaca

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$ 470 (USD)

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