Private Larnaca Tour – Old Town, Salt Lake & Zenobia Shipwreck Boat Trip

Discover historic streets, sacred landmarks and the Mediterranean on your Private Larnaca Tour. Explore the palm-lined Finikoudes promenade and old town, where Larnaca Castle, Djami Kebir Mosque and the Church of Saint Lazarus reveal the city’s varied heritage.

Then discover the changing scenery of Larnaca Salt Lake and the peaceful setting of Hala Sultan Tekke. During the cooler months, you may also spot flamingos feeding in the shallow waters.

Weather permitting, a glass-bottom boat trip takes you towards the famous Zenobia shipwreck. Along the way, enjoy the sea breeze and views of Larnaca from the water. Your guided tour is private and exclusive to your booking, with time for the history, nature and photographs that interest you most.

Book now and save 15% on this tour. Choose your preferred tour date—the discount applies to bookings received by 15 November 2026, regardless of when the tour takes place.

 

Private Larnaca Tour – Discover Larnaca from Land and Sea

History, nature and coastal life come together on this Private Larnaca Tour. Explore the old town with your guide before discovering the Salt Lake and experiencing another side of the city from the sea.

Throughout the visit, there is time to look beyond the main sights and enjoy the details along the way.
 

Finikoudes Promenade and the Old Town

First, stroll along Finikoudes and Larnaca’s main beach. Palm trees, cafés and restaurants line the promenade, while the Mediterranean opens out beside you.

From here, enter the old town’s narrow streets. Within a short walk, historic buildings and places of worship reveal the different cultures that have shaped Larnaca.

Meanwhile, small shops and neighbourhood cafés offer glimpses of everyday life between the landmarks.

 

Larnaca Castle, Djami Kebir and Saint Lazarus

Beside the sea stands Larnaca Medieval Castle, once part of the city’s coastal defences. Its position connects the old town directly with the waterfront.

Just opposite lies Djami Kebir Mosque. Originally a medieval Catholic church dedicated to Saint Catherine, the building later became a mosque. As a result, it offers an interesting example of Larnaca’s changing religious heritage.

Next, a short walk brings you to the Church of Saint Lazarus. According to Christian tradition, Lazarus came to Cyprus after his resurrection and became Bishop of Kition, ancient Larnaca.

Together, these landmarks introduce the city’s history through the buildings and stories you encounter along the route.
 

Salt Lake, Flamingos and Hala Sultan Tekke

Afterwards, continue to Larnaca Salt Lake, where the landscape changes dramatically with the seasons. During the cooler months, water attracts migrating birds, including the city’s famous flamingos.

However, sightings depend on natural conditions. In drier periods, the lake offers a different scene, with wide open views across its pale surface.

Beside the lake stands Hala Sultan Tekke, surrounded by palms and gardens. Its peaceful setting provides a quiet contrast to the busy streets of central Larnaca.

 

Glass-Bottom Boat Trip to the Zenobia

Then it is time to discover Larnaca from the sea. Weather permitting, your tour includes a glass-bottom boat trip to the Zenobia shipwreck.

The Swedish ferry sank off Larnaca in 1980. Today, the boat offers an opportunity to view the wreck from above, with underwater visibility depending on conditions.

Along the way, enjoy the Mediterranean breeze and views back towards the coastline.

• If weather or sea conditions prevent the boat from operating, we visit an idyllic local fishing harbour instead. Here, colourful traditional boats offer an appealing setting for photographs and a glimpse of coastal life.

 

Your Private Larnaca Tour, Your Interests

Every guided tour is private and exclusive to your booking. Therefore, we adapt the emphasis and pace to your interests within the available time.

Perhaps you enjoy religious history, photography or birdwatching. Alternatively, take a balanced approach, with clear explanations and time to enjoy the surroundings.

Choose your preferred date in the booking form below and discover Larnaca from land and sea with Sancytours.

 

Explore our Larnaca photo gallery for impressions of the city, its landmarks and coastal scenery.

Then visit our Larnaca Infothek for background stories about the places along the route.

Find inspiration for your visit and tell us what you would most like to discover.

 

Please note:

• We will pick you up to your Private Larnaca Tour at your hotel or arrange a meeting point with you. We will then take you on a tour of Larnaca and the surrounding area, without the stress, hectic pace and time pressure of other guests. Of course, we will show you the famous buildings, but we will not forget to show you some of the really interesting places to take pictures. We’ll find out what really interests and excites you. So our Private Larnaca Tour with you is very personal. Don’t worry, we won’t tell you any novels about the historical buildings, we’ll just give you some information and give you time to take in the impressions and / or take photos.
• We will pick you up to your Private Larnaca Tour at your hotel about 9:00.
• You must be dressed appropriately to enter the interior of the churches and mosques. Knees and shoulders covered, a big scarf sometimes helps the ladies a lot.
• All in all, the tour lasts about 4 to 4.5 hours, it depends on you, because this Private Larnaca Tour is only for you and your family, partner or friends that you book in.

Our special service for you:

We will be happy to pick you up to your Private Larnaca Tour from your hotel free of charge if you are staying in the Perivolia/Kiti area, in Larnaca (e.g. Oroklini – Pyla – Livadia – Larnaca City) or Agia Napa  . Pick up is also possible for more distant routes, but we will then charge a small surcharge.

 

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See the history. Feel the Mediterranean. Discover Larnaca from land and sea on your Private Larnaca Tour.

We are happy to accept your booking by email. Or book your Private Larnaca Tour now using our online booking form. We will take care of the rest and look forward to seeing you.

 

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