Cyprus Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
25 ships from 12 cruise lines
Cyprus cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 88 upcoming sailings on 25 ships from 12 cruise lines visiting Cyprus, calling at 3 places. Cruises can start in Larnaca and end in Larnaca. Of 88 upcoming sailings, 2 start in Cyprus and 2 end there. More Mediterranean cruises.
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Compare Cyprus cruise lines
See every Cyprus cruise line by ocean and river and by ultra-luxury, luxury, premium and contemporary style, with fares, cruise lengths, ships and ports.
About Cyprus
Cyprus is an island of layered history, warm hospitality, and clear Mediterranean light. It is not a river-cruise destination, but it appears on many Eastern Mediterranean ocean and small-ship itineraries, with Limassol as the principal port and Paphos as a scenic tender stop. Travelers will appreciate manageable distances, UNESCO sites, excellent food, and the chance to explore at their own pace. The main trade-offs are the island's unresolved political division, limited cruise infrastructure outside Limassol, and the fact that many calls are only one day long.
Typical routes
- Classic Eastern Mediterranean & Holy Land
- Aegean & Cyprus Small-Ship
Ports overview
Cyprus is primarily a port of call rather than a homeport for international cruise lines. Limassol is the main deep-water cruise terminal, Larnaca serves as a secondary gateway, and Paphos is a picturesque tender stop for smaller ships. There are no cruise calls in Northern Cyprus.
Cruise season
March–November; April–June and September–October are best for comfortable sightseeing and reliable seas.
Find your Cyprus sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at Cyprus, earliest departure first.
32 Days One-Way from Civitavecchia-Rome to Barcelona
Visits Cyprus. Also visits Italy, France, Malta
Enchanted Princess
22 Days One-Way from Trieste to Barcelona
Visits Cyprus. Also visits Italy, Croatia, Montenegro
Enchanted Princess
21 Days One-Way from Trieste to Istanbul
Visits Cyprus. Also visits Italy, Croatia, Montenegro
Enchanted Princess
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22 Days One-Way from Piraeus-Athens to Civitavecchia-Rome
Visits Cyprus. Also visits Greece, Turkey, Egypt
Azamara Onward
22 Days One-Way from Piraeus-Athens to Doha Qatar
Visits Cyprus. Also visits Greece, Israel, Egypt
Seven Seas Explorer
13 Days Piraeus-Athens, Greece Round Trip
Visits Cyprus. Also visits Greece, Crete Greece, Turkey
Crystal Serenity
23 Days One-Way from Piraeus-Athens to Sokhna
Visits Cyprus. Also visits Greece, Turkey, Israel
Emerald Raiya
13 Days One-Way from Piraeus-Athens to Larnaca
Ends in Cyprus. Also visits Greece, Turkey
Emerald Raiya
11 Days One-Way from Larnaca to Sokhna
Starts in Cyprus. Also visits Israel, Egypt, Jordan
Emerald Raiya
22 Days One-Way from Piraeus-Athens to Doha Qatar
Visits Cyprus. Also visits Greece, Turkey, Egypt
Oceania Marina
34 Days One-Way from Piraeus-Athens to Mumbai
Visits Cyprus. Also visits Greece, Turkey, Egypt
Oceania Marina
13 Days One-Way from Civitavecchia-Rome to Piraeus-Athens
Visits Cyprus. Also visits Italy, Malta, Greece
Seven Seas Voyager
Where Cyprus cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (1)
Disembarkation ports (1)
Larnaca (6)
Ships by type: 25 ocean · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Plan your Cyprus cruise
Cyprus cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
Cyprus cruise port guide →Frequently asked questions about Cyprus cruises
How many places do cruises visit in Cyprus?
3 Cyprus places are visited by 25 ships from 12 cruise lines.
When is the best time to take a Cyprus cruise?
March–November; April–June and September–October are best for comfortable sightseeing and reliable seas.
Sources and further reading
Background on Cyprus draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- Visit Cyprus: Official Cyprus Tourism Portal
- CIA World Factbook: Cyprus
- Wikipedia: Cyprus
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Paphos
- Celestyal Cruises: Itineraries
- Azamara: Destinations
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 29, 2026
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