NorthCyprusWalking
Walks & Treks
Solos Board
£1709
7 nights in North Cyprus
What to expect
Four Guided Walks
Discover flora, fauna & history
Halloumi Bread Workshop
Craft Cypriot Halloumi Bread
Boutique Style Hotel
Family-run authentic stay
Panoramic Views
Panoramic North Coast Walks
About this trip...
Join a friendly group of solo travellers and uncover the timeless beauty of North Cyprus, a true walker’s paradise where dramatic mountain trails meet the sparkling Mediterranean. Following ancient paths once used by farmers, our walks take us through fertile agricultural plains, fragrant pine forests, and ancient olive groves. Along the way we’ll uncover peaceful hilltop monasteries hidden in the hills and enjoy sweeping coastal views from high above the shoreline.
Beyond the walking, we enjoy authentic Cypriot encounters from visiting traditional villages and hillside vineyards to sampling local wines and learning to bake halloumi bread by hand. With time to relax by the sea, enjoy picnic lunches in beautiful surroundings, and share stories with like-minded travellers, this journey reveals the charm of one of the Mediterranean’s most unspoilt and welcoming regions, best discovered on foot and in good company.
What's included?
Return flights & transfers-
Airport taxes & charges
Twin/double room for sole use
Breakfast & dinner including a BBQ night-
Christmas dinner (December only - served on Christmas Eve)
Two glasses of wine with dinner-
Welcome drink & information meeting
Four guided walks with picnic lunches-
Traditional wine tasting experience
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Halloumi bread-making workshop
Accompanying Local Tour Leader
Fully Financially Protected
What's Extra
- Insurance click here
Itinerary
- Arrive in North Cyprus
- Welcome drink & free time
- Geçitköy Water Reservoir Walk
- Kalkanli-Akdeniz Walk
- Day at Leisure
- Sinai Monastery Walk
- Lapta-Ilgaz Walk
- Departure day
What you’ll be doing
Day One: Arrive in North Cyprus
- Dinner included
Day Two: Welcome drink & free time
- Breakfast & dinner included
Day Three: Geçitköy Water Reservoir Walk
We drive to the remarkable Geçitköy Dam, connecting the island via an 80 km long underwater pipeline project with Turkey (Anamur). Currently the three biggest cities in North Cyprus (Famagusta, Nicosia and Kyrenia) are supplied with water by this project, which will soon extend to the Mesaoria plain farming area as well. This project is calculated to eliminate North Cyprus’s water problem for the next 50 years.
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
Day Four: Kalkanli-Akdeniz Walk
Today, we head west through one of the most fertile agricultural regions in Cyprus. From the small village of Kalkanli, our walk takes us through the idyllic countryside, dotted with ancient olive trees (up to 850 years old). We then make a gentle descent towards the coast, where, depending on the time of year, there may be an opportunity for a refreshing swim.
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
Day Five: Day at Leisure
Enjoy a day at leisure, where we have the option to book an additional walk at the village of Hisarköy (area famous for wild flower & orchids when in season), along mountain trails and through pine tree forests. Wonderful panoramic views, fauna and flora await us.
- Breakfast & dinner included
Day Six: Discover Sinai Monastery's ancient ruins
Starting from the hotel, today we walk towards Lapta Village. After a long forest walk, we reach the ruins of the Sinai Monastery (Coptic). The monastery was built in Byzantine times and active until the 1950s. In 1953, the Greeks were using this monastery as a hiding place against British soldiers and it started to slowly fall into ruins. During this easier walk through forest and open terrain, we experience beautiful scenery and nature, and in March, many orchids. We finish in a small mountain village.
Grade: Easy to Moderate
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
Day Seven: Panoramic views from Lapta to Ilgaz
Starting from the hotel, we walk through the village of Lapta and go up to 400m into the forest above the villages of Lapta/Alsançak. We walk on mostly forest tracks through pine tree forest, passing through old Greek farming areas and enjoying panoramic views of the Lapta coastal region. Depending on the season, we may be able to collect some wild sage and thyme while walking. Our walk finishes at the vineyards with a beautiful winery of the pretty village of Ilgaz, located on a hillside. Here you have the opportunity to rest and try some locally produced wine (extra cost) before returning by bus to the hotel.
- Breakfast, picnic lunch & dinner included
Day Eight: Departure day
Today we say goodbye to North Cyprus and return to the airport for our return flight.
- Breakfast included
Trip Reviews
Accommodation
Lapida Garden Hotel
A small and friendly family-run hotel nestled in tranquility, embraced by the rural beauty of Lapta, with sweeping views of the iconic Five Finger Mountains, picturesque white-roofed villas, and a serene mountain backdrop. Set along the coastline west of Kyrenia, just 7 kilometres from the Old Byzantine Harbour, Lapta lies between dramatic mountains and the sparkling Mediterranean. The Lapida Garden Hotel is a great base for our walking week, offering a peaceful, authentic stay with good old-fashioned hospitality.
Facilities include
Facilities include a relaxing outdoor pool area with sun terrace and a pool bar offering refreshing drinks throughout the day. Their lush garden features a variety of flowers, fruit trees and quiet seating spots, perfect for relaxing. The buffet restaurant serves varied breakfast and dinner options daily focussing on fresh local cuisine including traditional Cypriot dishes.
A private Hammam experience can also be requested during our stay which is payable locally at a charge of £15 per person.
Please note the swimming pool is closed during the winter season.
Room includes
All comfortable rooms come with air conditioning (please note that this unit can also heat the room), TV, minibar, hairdryer, en-suite bathroom and balcony with a view of the mountains.
Dates & Prices
Essential Information
Guided walks are included as part of this holiday. Your dedicated walking guide will brief you in resort on the daily walking programme.
The walking programme is graded by difficulty, and you can expect to walk varying distances with a range of ascents and descents. Some walks may be challenging, with uneven or rough terrain underfoot and sections at higher altitude. Please refer to the day-by-day itinerary for full details of each walk.
A good level of physical fitness is required to fully enjoy this holiday.
It is important that you consider whether your chosen holiday is suitable for your level of fitness, mobility and any medical conditions or additional needs. If you are unsure, please contact our team before booking. We will be happy to discuss the holiday requirements and your individual circumstances to help you decide whether the holiday is suitable for you.
We are committed to treating all customers fairly and will consider any reasonable adjustments where possible. Please let us know before booking if you have a disability, medical condition or any additional requirements that may affect your holiday. This allows us to assess whether we can safely and appropriately accommodate your needs and to ensure you have the best possible holiday experience.
Care should be taken at all times, particularly on uneven or wet terrain. If you normally use walking poles, we recommend bringing them with you. Sturdy walking boots or walking shoes are essential.
Please note that the route and content of the walking programme may need to change during the holiday, at the discretion of the specialist walking guide or local organiser, if local conditions require.
If you have any concerns during your trip, please speak to your specialist walking guide or Solos Tour Leader.
For further information, please refer to our website Terms and Conditions
It is important that you have the correct footwear. It is essential to wear walking boots that are comfortable and preferably lightweight, with some ankle support and a good grip. If you already have a pair of boots that you are happy walking in (including during hot/wet weather and on hard ground), then bring these along. However, if you are bringing new footwear, do make sure they are well broken in before you arrive. The weather, even in summer, can be unpredictable. We would therefore recommend you travel with clothing suitable for all conditions, and suggest you use the following checklist as a guideline of what to take:
- Walking boots with good ankle support
- Waterproofs – jacket and trousers
- Walking poles – recommended as they provide good support for the knees, particularly on downhill sections of walks and when conditions are wet/slippery
- Lightweight trousers and shorts with pockets
- Shirts or t-shirts for walking in
- Walking socks – several pairs
- Lightweight fleece or jumper
- Hat & gloves
- Daysack/rucksack for walking
- Umbrella – it can be used also for protection from the sun as well as rain
- Lightweight drinking bottle to carry water whilst walking
- Small first aid kit – plasters, insect repellent, etc
- Good, high factor sunscreen, sunhat and sunglasses – the sun’s strength is often multiplied in mountainous areas.
- less than 10 years old on the day you enter (check the ‘date of issue’)
- valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)
