About this trip
Eight days of walking through Northern Cyprus, with the Besparmak Mountains rising alongside the Mediterranean as a constant backdrop. Expect mountain trails, ruined Crusader castles and a slower, rural side of the island most visitors don't see.
The walking mixes coastal views with wildflower-strewn hills, and there's a good chance of spotting migrating birds depending on the season. Evenings bring mezes, homemade halloumi and fresh bread at local restaurants.
This is a trip for people who want their scenery with a bit of history attached — castles, abbeys and long views are as much the point as the walking itself.
What you'll do
- Walk the hills above Bellapais and visit the 12th-century Crusader abbey
- Take in views from Buffavento, one of the region's lesser-visited castles
- Spot local flora among the island's 1,200-plus plant species
- Watch for migrating birds along the mountain trails
- Eat mezes, homemade halloumi and fresh bread at local restaurants
- Terrain is mountainous, so expect proper walking rather than gentle strolls
- Good fit if you want castles and history built into your hiking, not just landscapes
Worth it if you want genuine hiking with standout guides and remarkable historical sites. Think twice if you need flexibility with transfers or have heat sensitivity.
- Guides Mehmet and Engin Sah consistently praised for attentiveness, flower knowledge, and supporting hikers of different abilities.
- Famagusta ghost city, Salamis ruins, and castle climbs above Kyrenia were genuine highlights, often outshining the walking days.
- Heat unexpectedly punishing; no flexible backup plan to use van mid-hike despite passengers sitting idle. Administration inflexible on early arrivals.
- Most appeal lies in walking varied terrain with sightseeing mixed in, plus optional wine tasting; not a pure hiking trip.
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Departing in Sep is cheapest — from £810, about 12% below the priciest month (Nov).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Kyrenia · 11 Sept – 12 Sept
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