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Archaeological Tour of Cyprus 2026

Next summer, join 15+ ASOR archaeologists* for an unforgettable journey through Cyprus, where archaeology meets breathtaking Mediterranean beauty. Immerse yourself in behind-the-scenes tours with scholars, archaeologists, excavators, and museum curators who will personally guide the group through a curated itinerary of sites and museums, including:

  • Kourion
  • Idalion
  • Koukila
  • Cyprus Archaeological Museum
  • The Cyprus American Archaeological Research Institute (CAARI), among many other sites.

Friends of ASOR is excited to announce the launch of our first archaeological tour of Cyprus from arrival on June 14 to departure on June 23, 2026. Some of the ASOR archaeologists are pictured below. Tour leaders feature Dr. Jane DeRose Evans, Dr. Rachel Bernstein, and Dr. Andy Vaughn. Tour highlights include exploring Idalion with Dr. Pamela Gaber, conversing with Dr. William Dever over dinner, and touring and dining at the Cyprus American Archaeological Research Institute with Dr. Lindy Crewe.*

Space is limited to 28 people—reserve your place now to travel with fellow archaeology enthusiasts and ASOR experts!

Double occupancy: $5,950 (includes a $1,000 tax-deductible gift) | Single room supplement: +$900

What’s Included

The tour price covers:

  • Accommodation
  • Guided site visits
  • Ground transportation
  • Breakfasts and dinners
  • Entrance fees

In addition, a $1,000 tax-deductible contribution supports Friends of ASOR’s outreach initiatives, archaeological engagement, and education programs.

We’ll spend two nights at the Sun Hall Hotel in Larnaca, four nights at the St. Rafael Resort and Marina in Limassol, and three nights at the Hilton Nicosia. All rooms in Larnaca and Limassol will be sea view rooms.

 

Registration Rates
Regular (March 16, 2026, until space is full): $4,950 + $1,000 tax-deductible gift to Friends of ASOR

Payment Schedule:

To reserve your place: $250 gift to Friends of ASOR Tours (applied toward your total $1,000 contribution). When making your gift, please select the “Friends of ASOR Tours Cyprus” category from the drop-down menu.
Half of the tour cost (excl. remainder of Friends of ASOR contribution): Due by December 15, 2025 (or at registration if after this date.)
Remaining tour cost (excl. remainder of Friends of ASOR contribution): Due by April 20, 2026.
Remainder of $1,000 contribution ($750): Due by May 1, 2026.

Example of Total Cost:

If you register during the Regular period:
$4,950 (tour rate) + $1,000 (tax-deductible gift) = $5,950 total

 

Please e-mail us or call +1 (703) 789-9234 with any questions.

Cancellation Policy

ASOR strongly recommends that all participants purchase travel insurance because ASOR is required to make non-refundable deposits. ASOR cannot be responsible for refunds except as noted below.

All tax-deductible gifts to ASOR’s Friends of ASOR outreach initiatives are irrevocable and thus not refundable.

Schedule of refunds for trip cost and single supplement (if any):

  • From time of payment until January 15, 2026: $600 cancellation fee
  • From January 16, 2026 until March 31, 2026: $1,800 cancellation fee
  • From April 1, 2026 until May 1, 2026: $2,750 cancellation fee
  • From May 2 onward: full amount / no refund

*Speakers and full itinerary are subject to change.

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