A trip to Cyprus can be very rewarding, as this island nation offers many things to do. You should definitely appreciate the taste of the local "Commandaria" and eat it with Turkish delight, and then look into the casino and significantly lighten the contents of your wallet.
Public transport
Public transport in Cyprus is represented by three types of buses:
- Intercity. Allows you to move between cities. They go very often.
- Rural. Cars connect villages to nearby towns. The schedule is no more than twice a day.
- Urban. Serves only the territory of cities.
Taxi
There are three types of taxis in Cyprus, which differ in the service area:
- Intercity. The car can accommodate 4-7 passengers. They run between the main cities of the island. The schedule is every thirty minutes from Monday to Friday, starting at six in the morning and ending at six in the evening. A seat in such a taxi can be ordered either by phone or using the Internet.
- Rural. The machines are used exclusively in villages. The trip consists of taking the client from one station to another. Cars are not equipped with meters, so the cost is calculated based on the total mileage.
- Urban. They offer services exclusively in cities around the clock. You can easily catch a taxi on the street or place an order by phone. The machines are equipped with counters. The starting point is the moment of boarding the passenger compartment.
Air transport
There are two international airports in Cyprus: Larnaca and Paphos. The main carrier is Cyprus Airlines.
Water transport
There is an opportunity to take a cruise to Israel or Egypt. Liners depart from the port of Limassol or Larnaca. From the port of Limassol you can travel to Lebanon and Greece. In general, you can go on numerous short cruises from Cyprus (2-5 days). Reservations can be made directly through Cypriot tour operators, or before departure.
If you wish, you can take a boat trip. Departure point - yachts and fishing marinas.
Car rental
In order to rent a car, you must fulfill the following conditions: the driver is over 18 years old; driving experience - over three years. If there is little experience, then the driver's age must exceed 25 years. To drive around the country, you must have an international driver's license. If this is not the case, then you can use your ID. The main requirement is to have the right to drive a vehicle of the selected category.
