8 days in Larnaca, Nicosia & Paphos Itinerary

On the 25th (Tue), take in the spiritual surroundings of Hala Sultan Tekke and then look for gifts at Studio Ceramics. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 26th (Wed): explore the activities along Larnaka Salt Lake, kick back and relax at Finikoudes Beach, then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Saint Lazarus, and finally make a trip to Emira Pottery.

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Cairo, Egypt to Larnaca is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. Traveling from Cairo in April, things will get a bit cooler in Larnaca: highs are around 26°C and lows about 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can go by car to Nicosia.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Fri): admire the striking features of Buyuk Han, then don't miss a visit to Selimiye Mosque, then contemplate the long history of Bellapais Monastery, and finally step into the grandiose world of Saint Hilarion Castle. On the 29th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get engrossed in the history at The Cyprus Museum, get a taste of the local shopping with Ledra Street Crossing Point, look and learn at Shacolas Tower Museum & Observatory, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Panagia Phaneromeni Church, then pause for some serene contemplation at Sacred Temple Of Virgin Mary Faneromenis, and finally make a trip to The Arabahmet Mosque.

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Traveling by car from Larnaca to Nicosia takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April in Nicosia, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) so you can go by car to Paphos.

Make the 2nd (Tue) a rough and rugged day at local off-road trails. The adventure continues: explore the ancient world of Tombs of the Kings, get interesting insight from Tours, sample the tasty concoctions at Aphrodite’s Rock Microbrewery & Brewpub, and explore the historical opulence of Paphos Harbour Castle.

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Drive from Nicosia to Paphos in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Paphos are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.