YOUR CYPRUS TREATMENT PLAN
IVF Treatment in Cyprus: Transport, Accommodation & Travel Guide
We have compiled essential information you may need, from how to get to Cyprus to airport transfers, from accommodation choices to planning your treatment days. When your treatment program allows, you can also explore the historical and natural beauties of Nicosia (Lefkoşa), Kyrenia (Girne), Bellapais, and Famagusta (Gazimağusa).
TRAVEL COMPATIBLE WITH TREATMENT
Your Treatment Program Comes First, Your Travel Plan is Personalized
Flight and accommodation dates should be planned after your definitive treatment schedule is established.
In IVF treatment, the dates for check-ups, egg retrieval, laboratory procedures, and embryo transfer can vary from person to person. Therefore, it may be safer to prefer flight and accommodation options that are changeable or cancellable. Your patient coordinator will share the dates you need to be in Cyprus with you according to your treatment schedule. This helps avoid unnecessarily long stays or tickets booked for the wrong dates.- First: Doctor’s evaluation and treatment plan
- Then: Flight and accommodation reservation
- Change-friendly reservation options
- Airport and clinic transfer planning
- Rest and sightseeing program according to treatment days
FLIGHT & ENTRY PLANNING
How to Get to Cyprus from Turkey and the World?
The most practical airport to reach Vita Altera IVF Center is Ercan International Airport. Flight options can be planned differently depending on your country of departure.-
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Flights from Turkey to Ercan
Scheduled or seasonal flights to Ercan Airport are available from Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, and other Turkish cities. Current flights should be checked according to your travel date. -
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Arrivals from Europe and the World
Patients coming from Europe, the UK, the Middle East, and other countries usually reach Ercan by connecting via Istanbul or another Turkish airport. -
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Check Your Travel Documents
Passport, national ID card, visa, and passport validity conditions may vary depending on citizenship. Before purchasing tickets, check with the airline and official immigration authorities. -
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Share Your Flight Details
If a transfer is to be arranged, provide your patient coordinator with your flight number, arrival date, landing time, and number of passengers. -
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Plan Your Return Date Flexibly
Minor changes to the return date may be necessary due to medical adjustments in the treatment schedule. Review ticket conditions before booking.
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If you are considering flying to Larnaca or Paphos
Some international flight searches may also show Larnaca or Paphos airports. However, crossing to the northern part of the island, visa, and border conditions may vary depending on citizenship. It is recommended to check your flight plan with your patient coordinator and relevant official authorities before making a reservation.
PLAN YOUR TRAVEL
Compare Flight and Accommodation Options
When searching, you can select “Lefkoşa Ercan” or “ECN” as the arrival airport.Skyscanner Flight Search
You can compare Ercan flights from various airlines, connection options, and travel dates. Search Ercan FlightsSearch Ercan FlightsBooking Accommodation Search
You can compare hotel and apartment options in Nicosia (Lefkoşa), Kyrenia (Girne), Famagusta (Gazimağusa), and around Ercan Airport. View Accommodation OptionsView Accommodation OptionsTransfer & Hotel Support
By sharing your treatment dates, you can get information from our coordinators about transfer and accommodation that suit your budget and location needs. Talk to a CoordinatorTalk to a CoordinatorSkyscanner and Booking are independent third-party platforms. Prices, cancellation, change, and reservation conditions are determined by the relevant platform or service provider. Vita Altera IVF is not a party to independent reservations made on these platforms.
FROM ERCAN TO VITA ALTERA
Plan Your Airport Transfer in Advance
Vita Altera IVF Center is located in the Yenişehir district of Nicosia (Lefkoşa).
Between Ercan Airport and Nicosia (Lefkoşa), you can use taxis, airport shuttles, car rentals, and private transfer options. Planning your transfer before your flight can help reduce waiting time during your treatment journey. If you have a transfer request, it is important to inform your coordinator in advance about your luggage count, child passengers, wheelchair needs, or special vehicle requirements.- Flight number and airline information
- Planned arrival date and time
- Total number of passengers and luggage
- Hotel or accommodation address
- Flight time for return transfer
A COMFORTABLE TREATMENT PROCESS
Where Should You Stay in Cyprus?
When choosing an accommodation area, not only the hotel price but also accessibility to the clinic, treatment days, room comfort, dining options, and reservation flexibility should be evaluated.Nicosia (Lefkoşa) and Yenişehir
This is one of the most practical accommodation areas for patients who want easier access to the clinic on check-up and procedure days.Kyrenia (Girne) and Surroundings
Preferred by patients who want sea views, harbor surroundings, and a touristic atmosphere. Travel time to the clinic should be taken into account.Apartments & Residences
For patients staying longer, apartment options with kitchens, washing machines, and larger living spaces may be more practical.
HOTEL SELECTION
Check These Before Booking
During the treatment period, a quiet, clean, and easily accessible accommodation should be a priority.
01Distance to the clinic
02Free cancellation or date change
03Elevator and easy room access
04Availability of a refrigerator in the room
05Breakfast and meal options
06Room cleanliness and hygiene conditions
07Late check-in possibility
08Airport or private transfer service
Since you may need rest after egg retrieval or embryo transfer, you can request a quiet room away from noisy entertainment areas.
CYPRUS IN BETWEEN TREATMENTS
Transform Your Treatment Journey into a Peaceful Cyprus Experience
With its Mediterranean shores, historic cities, stone villages, and architecture bearing traces of different cultures, Cyprus can help you spend your time outside of treatment peacefully.
When your treatment program permits, you can plan short walks, visits to historical sites, quiet meals with sea views, and city tours. Your sightseeing program should never take precedence over your clinic check-ups, medication use, or rest needs. Especially on procedure days, your doctor’s recommendations should be taken as the basis.- Nicosia’s Walled City and Büyük Han
- Kyrenia Harbor and Kyrenia Castle
- Bellapais Village and Monastery
- Famagusta’s Walled City
- Salamis Ancient City
- Mediterranean coasts and quiet coastal routes
THE CITY WHERE OUR CLINIC IS LOCATED
Nicosia (Lefkoşa): History, Urban Life, and Easy Access
The fact that Vita Altera IVF Center is located in Nicosia (Lefkoşa) can make accommodation and transport planning easier on check-up days.
In your time outside treatment, Nicosia’s Walled City, Büyük Han, historic streets, bazaars, and local restaurants can be explored for a short city tour. The Yenişehir and Dereboyu areas are among the convenient districts for patients who want easy access to cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, and daily necessities.- Büyük Han and its historic courtyard
- Streets of Nicosia’s Walled City
- Selimiye area and old city texture
- Local crafts and small shops
- Yenişehir and Dereboyu dining and drinking areas
SEA AND STONE ARCHITECTURE
Kyrenia (Girne), Bellapais, and Mountain Views
Kyrenia (Girne), with its historic harbor, seaside, and surrounding stone villages, is one of the most visited areas of Cyprus.
You can take a short walk around Kyrenia Harbor, visit Kyrenia Castle, or plan a quiet meal with a sea view. Bellapais Village, located above Kyrenia, offers a quieter excursion alternative with its stone architecture and scenery. Short visits are preferable to long and tiring walks.- Kyrenia historic harbor
- Kyrenia Castle and its surroundings
- Bellapais Monastery
- Bellapais Village restaurants
- View of the Beşparmak Mountains
A QUIET ESCAPE
Stone Streets and a Peaceful Break in Bellapais
On a day when your treatment program allows, Bellapais can be a short and quiet getaway.
You can walk around the historical buildings, enjoy the mountain and sea views, and relax in the restaurants or cafes in the village. Due to the heat in the summer months, morning or late afternoon hours may be more comfortable. Current weather conditions and your doctor’s recommendations should be taken into account.
Plan your sightseeing according to your treatment schedule
After egg retrieval, anesthesia, or embryo transfer, consult your doctor regarding driving, long walks, and sightseeing plans.
ANCIENT CITY AND WALLED CITY
A Journey into History in Famagusta and Salamis
Famagusta (Gazimağusa) and its surroundings offer an impressive excursion route with traces from different periods of Cyprus’s history.
In Salamis Ancient City, you can see the colonnaded areas, theater, baths, and extensive archaeological ruins. Since the area is large, comfortable shoes, water, and sun protection are important. In Famagusta’s Walled City, historical buildings, stone streets, squares, and local restaurants can be explored with a short city tour.- Salamis Ancient City
- Famagusta’s Walled City
- Namık Kemal Square and surroundings
- Historic city walls and stone streets
- Seaside and sea-view relaxation areas
CYPRIOT CUISINE
Food, Drink, and Local Delicacies During Treatment
Cypriot cuisine offers a wide range of options with vegetables, mezes, halloumi, olive oil dishes, and Mediterranean meals.
Nicosia’s Walled City, Yenişehir, Dereboyu, Kyrenia Harbor, Bellapais, and Famagusta’s Walled City are areas with restaurant and cafe options for different budgets. During treatment, follow your doctor’s recommendations regarding your nutrition. Avoid raw or undercooked products, alcohol, excessive caffeine, and foods that upset you, and follow your personal medical advice.01Halloumi and breakfast plates
02Olive oil dishes and Cypriot mezes
03Molehiya and home-style meals
04Sheftalia kebab and grilled varieties
05Pilavuna and local pastries
06Fresh fruits and Mediterranean salads
SAMPLE PROGRAM COMPATIBLE WITH TREATMENT
A Peaceful Sightseeing Plan in Cyprus
The following program is an example only. Dates and activities should be adjusted according to your doctor’s check-ups, procedures, and how you feel.-
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Arrival and Check-in
Transfer from Ercan Airport to the hotel, check-in, rest, and confirmation of the next day’s plan with your coordinator. -
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Short Tour in Nicosia
After the clinic check-up, if suitable, a short walk around Büyük Han and the Walled City, and a quiet meal. -
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Kyrenia and Bellapais
On a suitable day without procedures, visiting Kyrenia Harbor, Bellapais Village, and scenic viewpoints. -
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Famagusta or Salamis
A half-day trip to Salamis and Famagusta’s Walled City, if your doctor deems it appropriate. -
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Rest and Return
Final check-up, preparation of medications and reports, confirmation of return transfer, and transfer to the airport.
COMFORT AND SAFETY
When Planning Sightseeing on Treatment Days
01Prioritize check-up and procedure times
02Carry your medications with you in appropriate conditions
03Avoid long and tiring walks
04Be cautious of heat and sun in summer months
05Make sure to drink enough water
06Do not drive after anesthesia
07Follow your doctor’s nutritional recommendations
08Contact your coordinator if you feel unwell
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Travel suggestions are not medical advice
After egg retrieval, embryo transfer, or other procedures, your doctor’s specific recommendations regarding rest, travel, and physical activity are valid.
QUESTIONS BEFORE TRAVEL
Frequently Asked Questions About the Cyprus Treatment and Accommodation Process
Which airport should I arrive at in Cyprus?
To reach Vita Altera IVF Center, Ercan International Airport is generally preferred. You can select Lefkoşa Ercan or ECN as the destination in flight searches.
Are there direct flights to Ercan from abroad?
Current scheduled flights are mostly via Turkey. Patients from different countries usually connect via Istanbul or another Turkish airport.
Can I travel to Cyprus from Turkey with my national ID?
Citizens of the Republic of Turkey can travel to the TRNC with a valid new type of T.C. national ID card. Children may need to have a photo on their ID cards. Check current conditions with the airline and official authorities.
How many days should I stay in Cyprus?
The length of stay varies depending on the treatment applied, medication start, check-up schedule, and egg retrieval and transfer dates. The exact duration should be communicated after the doctor’s evaluation.
Can airport transfer be arranged?
You can get information about transfer planning options from our patient coordinators by sharing your flight details in advance.
Should I stay in Nicosia or Kyrenia?
Nicosia (Lefkoşa) is more practical for access to the clinic. Kyrenia (Girne) may be advantageous for its sea and touristic atmosphere, but travel time on check-up days should be considered.
Can I arrange my own hotel?
Yes. You can arrange your own accommodation via Booking or other reservation platforms. It is recommended to check the hotel’s location and the certainty of your treatment dates before booking.
Can I tour Cyprus during treatment?
If your treatment program and health condition allow, quiet excursions can be planned. On procedure days and afterwards, your doctor’s recommendations regarding rest and physical activity should be followed.
Can I fly after embryo transfer?
The timing of the return flight should be planned with your doctor based on your personal health status and the procedure performed. Get information from your treatment team before finalizing your ticket.
PATIENT GUIDE
Continue Planning Your Treatment Journey
You can also review the other stages of the treatment process before coming to Cyprus.
LET’S PLAN YOUR CYPRUS JOURNEY TOGETHER