Cyprus East holidays

Things to do

Explore your destination

Here’s a little taste of what’s on offer: for more excursion ideas, speak to your Rep.

Cairo by Air
Enjoy a whirlwind day in Cairo. This special day trip (with return flights from Cyprus) includes a visit to the tomb of Tutankhamun, the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, a relaxing sunset cruise and an exotic belly-dancing show.

Northern Exposure
This scenic tour visits Northern Cyprus’s most famous landmarks. From Nicosia, the trip takes in beautiful mountain scenery, historical buildings and the harbour town of Kyrenia, with its medieval fortress, castle and ancient shipwreck.

Troödos Jeep Safari
Adventuring by 4x4 on the Akamas Safari, see the famous turtles at Lara Bay and find eternal youth at the Baths of Aphrodite. On the Troödos Safari, you’ll see landmarks including the Holy Monastery of Kykkos, Mount Olympus and Platres’ waterfalls.

Coach Tours
A selection of trips exploring Cyprus's traditional rural village life and historical treasures: visit Nicosia, Cyprus's divided capital; Lefkara, known for its silverware and lace; and the stunning Troodos mountain villages, famed for their wine.

Highlights

• Shaking your stuff on the dancefloors of the ultimate party resort, Ayia Napa, which has bars and clubs galore
• Having loads of daytime fun under the sun on holiday in Cyprus, with fun-packed sandy beaches in Ayia Napa, Nissi Bay and Protaras
• Splashing around at WaterWorld Waterpark, an amazing Greek mythology-themed paradise of watery fun, with shoots and slides that reach high into the sky
• Letting the excitement flow at Adrenaline Park, in Ayia Napa, with teeth-rattling rides like Skycoaster, an Aerodium where you free-fall parachute, and the scarily named Slingshot
• Taking in the beauty of Cavo Greco National Park, just south of Protaras, where you can climb, cycle and hike in beautiful surroundings full of flora and fauna
• Visiting Ayia Napa Monastery, a beautiful landmark in this party capital, which has stood for hundreds of years
• Lazing the day away on the amazing sands of Nissi Beach and cooling down with a dip in the crystal-clear water
• Taking a trip to the island’s capital, Nicosia, to look around its museums, wander the boulevards and try out its excellent restaurants and cafes
• Exploring the northern city of Famagusta while on holiday in Cyprus, with its wonderful sights including Venetian walls, ancient ruins, Roman baths and Othello’s Tower
• Spending time at Fig Tree Bay, one of the best beaches in the whole of Cyprus, with beautiful sand and amazing water to dip your toes into

Food and drink

There are plenty of well-known fast food outlets in and around Ayia Napa where you can take a bite, and restaurants serving up everything from surf and turf to traditional Cypriot food.

Meze’s a speciality in Cyprus; made up of lots of small dishes, you can fill up pretty quickly if you don’t pace yourself.

Seafood’s also very popular but, for the best local cuisine, head away from Ayia Napa to Larnaca or Famagusta.

Evening Flavour

If you’re after some serious party action then a holiday to Ayia Napa should definitely be on your wish list: Here you’ll find loads of top clubs pumping out tunes, and bars and restaurants serving food and drink till the wee hours.

Protaras has plenty of bars, pubs and restaurants of its own, but is more family-orientated, with kids’ amusements and karaoke bars.

Nissi Bay has its own bars, restaurants and nightlife, but the resort is better suited for families that want to enjoy an evening out than Ayia Napa, which is a clubbers’ paradise.

Shopping

You’ll find shops and boutiques selling all sorts in Ayia Napa, from designer sunglasses and beachwear to electrical goods and souvenirs. Usually good value, they’re often cheaper than in the UK.

You’ll also find lots of mini-markets and gift shops in Protaras selling everything you could possibly want, from inflatable crocodiles to bread and milk.

Nissi Bay has less shops but is close to Ayia Napa, which has loads, and if you need to stock up, there are a couple of large supermarkets in Paralimni.

Dates for the Diary

Each September Ayia Napa plays host to an international festival in Serefis Square, where concerts, folk shows, painting and photography exhibitions are put on outside the town’s monastery.

For the Family

• A hit on the family-front, the shallow waters and soft sands of Protaras’ beach are perfect for toe-dipping and castle-crafting.
• Slip into your cossies and hit the WaterWorld WaterPark in Ayia Napa for a full dose of sky-high waterslide action.
• From go-karting to carousel-riding, the Parko Paliatso is jam-packed with activities the little ones will love.
• Go watersports wild on the Med’s warm turquoise waters.
• Get active and bike, hike or climb through the Cavo Greco National Park - a flora-filled beauty spot.

Local weather

Information

Language: Cypriot Greek. Currency: Euro. Standard GMT: +2 hrs. Cyprus Tourist Office: 17 Hanover Street, London W1S 1YP. Tel: 020 7569 8800. www.visitcyprus.org.cy

Travel money

Euro

You can get commission-free foreign exchange on currency notes and travellers cheques from most First Choice Travel Shops and Holiday Hypermarkets.

Travel foundation

Regenerating mountain villages in Cyprus

When you book a holiday with us we’ll ask you to make a small donation to the World Care Fund. With your donations, we’re supporting the regeneration of inland villages and giving you a more authentic Cypriot experience with the new Discover the Real Cyprus driving routes. They take you to beautiful remote villages and you get to sample local food and drink. Ask your rep for a guide when you arrive in resort.



Our World Care Fund project partner, The Travel Foundation, is an independent sustainable tourism charity that works in close partnership with the UK travel industry to fund these projects.