Kantara Castle
Easternmost of the three Kyrenia range castles, at about 630 m where the Karpaz peninsula begins. From its towers you look over both the north and south coasts of the island.
Chauffeur Hire in Bafra by the Hour
Hire a car with a driver in Bafra (North Cyprus) for as long as you need it: 2–10 hour packages with 20 km per hour. Your chauffeur picks you up at your hotel or any address in Bafra, waits at every stop and brings you back. Bafra is about 75 km (~60 min) from Ercan Airport (ECN).
2–10 hour packages
20 km per hour
Hotel pickup
Free water
From €40 per hour
Bafra chauffeur hire at a glance
Chauffeur hire in Bafra starts at €40 per hour; the shortest package is 2 hours / 40 km for €80. The driver picks you up at your hotel or address and waits at every stop; the price is fixed per vehicle, not per person.
- Hourly rate
- Economy Sedan €40 · FirstClass Van €50 · Vip Sprinter €75
- Packages
- 2–10 hours, 20 km per hour
- Pickup
- Hotel, villa or any address in Bafra
- Airport
- Ercan Airport (ECN) ≈ 75 km, ~60 min
- Example trip
- Boğaz fishing harbour ≈ 16 km — 2 hours / 40 km
- Payment
- Fixed price, pay the driver in cash or by card
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Bafra hourly package prices
Price = hours × hourly rate. Each hour includes 20 km; prices are per vehicle.
| Package | Economy Sedan (3 pax) | FirstClass Van (6 pax) | Vip Sprinter (16 pax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 hours / 40 km | €80 | €100 | €150 |
| 3 hours / 60 km | €120 | €150 | €225 |
| 4 hours / 80 km | €160 | €200 | €300 |
| 5 hours / 100 km | €200 | €250 | €375 |
| 6 hours / 120 km | €240 | €300 | €450 |
| 8 hours / 160 km | €320 | €400 | €600 |
| 10 hours / 200 km | €400 | €500 | €750 |
Where can you go from Bafra?
Road distances are estimates; the suggested package covers the round trip and about an hour there.
| Place | One way (road) | Suggested package |
|---|---|---|
| Boğaz fishing harbour | ≈ 16 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Kantara Castle | ≈ 19 km | 2 hours / 40 km |
| Long Beach (Iskele) | ≈ 24 km | 3 hours / 60 km |
| Salamis ancient city | ≈ 32 km | 4 hours / 80 km |
| St Barnabas Monastery | ≈ 35 km | 4 hours / 80 km |
| Othello Castle (Famagusta) | ≈ 37 km | 4 hours / 80 km |
| Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque | ≈ 37 km | 4 hours / 80 km |
| Golden Beach (Karpaz) | ≈ 68 km | 8 hours / 160 km |
Popular around Bafra: the sandy beaches of the Bafra resort area, Kantara Castle and Bogaz harbour.
Places to visit in and around Bafra
Your driver takes you to these places and waits at every stop, so you can combine them as you like.
Ayia Trias Basilica (Sipahi)
Ruins of an early Christian basilica from the 5th–6th century in the village of Sipahi, known for its well-preserved geometric floor mosaics. A short stop on the road along the Karpaz peninsula.
Boğaz fishing harbour
Small fishing harbour on the bay north of Famagusta, lined with fish restaurants where the day's catch is grilled. A classic lunch or dinner stop on the way to or from the Karpaz peninsula.
Long Beach (Iskele)
Several kilometres of fine sand south of Boğaz, backed by new resort and residential developments, with shallow water and beach bars. Easy for families and a short drive from Famagusta and Salamis.
Golden Beach (Karpaz)
A long sweep of sand and dunes near the tip of the Karpaz peninsula, almost free of buildings apart from a few simple huts and tavernas. Wild donkeys roam the area; it is a long drive, so plan a full day.
Chauffeur hire near Bafra
Each area page shows its own distances and trip ideas.
Airport transfer:
Ercan Airport (ECN) to Bafra is about 75 km, ~60 min. Fixed-price transfer →
Private tours from Bafra
A private day trip or multi-day tour with the same Mercedes and driver: hotel pickup, fixed price per vehicle; guide, meals and hotel can be added.
North Cyprus
History & culture · 8 hours
Famagusta & Salamis Tour: Ancient Salamis, St Barnabas and the Walled City of Famagusta
The gymnasium and theatre of ancient Salamis by the sea, the tombs of kings buried with their horses, St Barnabas Monastery, the Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque – once a Gothic cathedral – and Othello Castle: the east coast of Cyprus by private car with driver.
Suggested from Bafra: 6 hours
From €320 / vehicle
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North Cyprus
History & culture · 8 hours
Kyrenia & Bellapais Tour: St Hilarion Castle, Bellapais Abbey and Kyrenia Harbour
The fairy-tale St Hilarion Castle on the peaks of the Kyrenia Mountains, Gothic Bellapais Abbey, Kyrenia Castle and its 2,300-year-old shipwreck, then lunch by the water in the old harbour: Kyrenia (Girne) by private car with driver, at your own pace.
Suggested from Bafra: 8 hours
From €320 / vehicle
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a chauffeur cost per hour in Bafra?
Hourly rates: Economy Sedan €40, FirstClass Van €50, Vip Sprinter €75. Packages run from 2 to 10 hours; for example 4 hours / 80 km with an Economy Sedan costs €160. The price is per vehicle, not per person.
How many kilometres are included, and how far do you get from Bafra?
Each hour includes 20 km. Examples from Bafra — 2 hours / 40 km: Boğaz fishing harbour; 3 hours / 60 km: Long Beach (Iskele); 4 hours / 80 km: Salamis ancient city; 8 hours / 160 km: Golden Beach (Karpaz).
Where does the chauffeur pick me up?
At your hotel, villa or any address in Bafra. Enter it as the pickup location when booking; the driver waits for you at every stop during the package.
Which package do I need for Boğaz fishing harbour?
Boğaz fishing harbour is about 16 km by road from Bafra (32 km there and back). The 2 hours / 40 km package covers the trip, including about an hour there.
Can I also book an airport transfer to Bafra?
Yes. Ercan Airport (ECN) to Bafra is about 75 km, ~60 minutes; see the ECN to Bafra transfer page for the fixed price.
Why hire a chauffeur rather than a rental car in North Cyprus?
Traffic in North Cyprus drives on the left, as in the UK, and the roads over the Kyrenia range to St Hilarion, Bellapais or Kantara are narrow and winding. With a chauffeur there is no rental contract or parking to deal with: the driver picks you up at your hotel in Bafra, waits at every stop, and the price per vehicle is fixed when you book.