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factual
the trip was as advertised
North Cyprus
Very enjoyable trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
Visiting old cities of Famagusta and Nicosia
Thoughts on Group Leader
Gizer was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and really brought the history of this fascinating island alive.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Good walking footwear essential
Suggestions
A lovely group, everyone was supportive and lots of laughter every day!
A Must Do Trip
Currently on the holiday. Having a wonderful walking experience although weather not been great but improving. Learning the history of the separation of the island very interesting too.
Most Inspirational Moment
Surviving the steps to the castle!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Gizer is a wonder. He is suffering with a virus but still being an amazing guide and companion. So knowledgeable and helpful. Amazing man.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't travel on group booking if offered with Lufthansa. The connection time is too short a connectione at Frankfurt (huge airport and long journey from one terminal to another) and luggage never arrived for all group booked passengers. Big hassle when luggage eventually arrives in Greece ( Larnaca) but can't be delivered to Turkish (Northern Cyprus) hotel. BIG stress and hassle.
Outstanding
Excellent guide, Gizer. Excellent driver, Ermer (spelling?). Eleven other interesting (not a euphemism) customers. Good walks, two reminded me of previous grade 3/4 but it’s subjective, to some extent. Good weather. Ten out of ten.
Most Inspirational Moment
Several. Selecting one, the view from Buffavento Castle but note: it's a LOT of steps.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent
Castles and kebabs
A great week walking in the mountains of North Cyprus. Vertiginous castles. A wealth of history.Lots of different mezes and kebabs. Superb group leader.
Most Inspirational Moment
Buffovento castle.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Fantastic.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Beware of the of the pine processionary caterpillars!
Walking in Cyprus Feb. 2024
Enjoyable week, weather was warm and pleasant despite it only being early Feb. A little too much sight seeing and not enough walking . However the walking days were very enjoyable .
Most Inspirational Moment
Swim in the sea in February.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ingen was helpful and informative, had an excellent knowledge of the local area and Cyprus as well as and the best restaurants to go to. ( we ate very well every night!) . Sometimes he tended to give too much information so one missed the overview. The driver Omar was very pleasant also and very available even taking us out to dinner by bus so we could get to restaurants out of Kyrenia.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Good for pleasant weather in February.
Suggestions
Good food and wine . Good to gain some understanding of the history of Cyprus.
Great experience
Excellent walking holiday, which was very well organised. The guide was very friendly and made it a great experience.
Most Inspirational Moment
The walks were testing but a great achievement once we had finished. The group jelled very well and always supported by our guide.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Gizer the leader was excellent, always concerned that everyone was included and made it a great holiday. Very knowledgeable about local history, flora and forna.
Advice for Potential Travellers
A decent level of fitness is required as some of the walks are a stiff test.
Interesting Country - Full of History
The island has a fascinating history and it was good to try to understand the recent history that has created North Cyprus, whilst participating in walks with great scenery. Plus visits to castles, abbeys and monasteries. Made even better by a great group of fellow travellers. The Pia Bella Hotel rooms are spacious and of excellent quality and good air conditioning. The breakfast buffet offers a wide choice. But if you favour European continental breakfast, there is no fish, very little meat and no pastries or croissants. There is an excellent pool, open till 6pm. The bar was often busy but service was good and prices competitive.
Most Inspirational Moment
The view from the top of Kantara Castle, where you can see both the north and south coasts of the island. The optional trip to Famagusta was well worth taking - so full of history - both ancient and modern. And the cave at Incirli.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Gizer is an excellent guide and a great ambassador for his country. His knowledge of the full history of the island is extensive, which he imparts in an easy to understand, meaningful way. His restaurant recommendations were excellent. And good value.
Advice for Potential Travellers
A couple of the walks are quite long and intense on loose surfaces. Ensure you have good walking boots/shoes with grippy soles. Use of poles is recommended. Euros are widely accepted, but paying in Lira offers better value. Contactless is widely accepted, but paying in cash for a beer or coffee preferable. Some days are long but usually return in time for a quick swim in the excellent pool.
Suggestions
You will enjoy this holiday if you like walking holidays, but also want to learn the history of Cyprus and particularly North Cyprus. It can be very hot - 30 degrees plus. The optional Nicosia excursion on the last day is an excellent trip and helps mitigate the late flight time coming home. Remember to have 5 lira available for the public toilets in Nicosia.
Awesome trip
Awesome trip with a home base in an amazing hotel with great views, pool and breakfast buffet. The walks were different terrain every day, beautiful scenery. Gizer was an excellent, knowledgeable, funny guide. He arranged dinners, trips, could not ask for a better leader of the group. The only complaint: very hot weather that made the hiking less enjoyable than ideal. Definitely recommended!
Most Inspirational Moment
Must take the day trip to Famagusta and Dalamis!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be ready for hot weather.
Excellent Trip
A great trip with a good combination of walking, sightseeing, culture and history
Most Inspirational Moment
Lots to choose from but the optional trip to Famagusta stands out for me. So interesting!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Gizer is an excellent group leader. He is very knowledgeable and he brings alive the various sites visited with his explanations and stories. He is very caring and considerate, and goes the extra mile to ensure every member of the group has everything they want and need. His evening meetings by the pool bar, provide a great chance to chat about the day you've had and to make sure everyone knows what to expect and what to take for the next day. He kindly provided a trip to Nicosia on the last day which was fascinating and so much better then ‘kicking our heels’ before the late flight back.
Advice for Potential Travellers
It's VERY hot in September, we had mid to high 30s most days which I found a bit too hot for walking. Take some lira (or get it from the ATM) as it’s useful especially for tips and the odd extra drink at mealtimes, however cards are also widely accepted.
Suggestions
This is a brilliant trip, staying in a really lovely hotel. The trip content is the perfect mix of walking and sightseeing