Days / Nights
13 Days – 12 Overnights 9 Days Land Tour & 4 Days Cruise
Tour Highlights
ATHENS
KAMENA VOURLA
DELPHI
KALAMBAKA
VERGINA
THESSALONIKI
PHILIPPI
ANCIENT CORINTH
MYKONOS
KUSADASI
PATMOS
RHODES
HERAKLION
SANTORINI
Day 1 | Arrival Athens Airport – Kamena Vourla
We land at Athens Airport, and we drive across plains of Thebes (place of the famous Sphinx) to Yliki Lake and Kamena Vourla. Enjoy a sunset walk along the gulf of Kamena Vourla (from where St. Paul sailed to Athens). Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2 | Kamena Vourla – Arachova – Delphi – Kamena Vourla
Drive to Mt. Parnassus: visit the Holy Monastery of Jerusalem, which architecture is inspired by the New Jerusalem (John 21:13). Short nature walks in the cedars forest to a hermit’s cave, panoramic view of Valley of Boeotia. Drive to Arachova, the famous shepherd’s village, and enjoy the panoramic view of the Ionian Sea. Proceed to Delphi: visit the archeological museum: the Gallio inscription, on which the dating of the life of Paul is based (Acts 18:12), the Sphinx of Thebes, Temple of Athena, Goddess of Wisdom (the philosophical background of Paul, the Hellenized Jew). Return to our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3 | Kamena Vourla – Meteora – Kalambka
Drive to Meteora – one of Europe’s most beautiful landscapes with its six monasteries. Short nature walks in Agios Athanasios. Panoramic view of the ‘stone mushroom’ of Agia Triada. Visit the western monasteries. St. Paul as the first Christian hermit. Evening tour of the illuminated cliffs of Meteora. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4 | Kalambaka – Vergina – Veria – Thessaloniki
Visit Vergina – the golden treasures of the ancient kings of Macedonia. Veria: walk along the Barbouta river into the old Jewish quarter. Visit the ancient synagogue and see the Step where Paul spoke to the Verians (Acts 17). Drive along the Aegean coast to Thessaloniki. Visit the Jewish quarter: the Synagogue, the Ancient Jewish Bath House and the Modiano market (Acts 17, 1 Thessalonians 1). Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5 | Thessaloniki – Philippi – Kavala – Thessaloniki
Drive east to Philippi: visit Paul’s Jail (Acts 16), the Christian Basilica, the Greco-Roman round theatre. Visit the Lydia baptismal site at Zigakti river (Acts 16:15). Next, we proceed to Kavala for a panoramic view of Port of Neapolis first place where Paul put his feet in Europe (Acts 16 7-11). A short walk along Via Egnatia, where Paul walked on his way to Thessaloniki. Taverna night in Ladadika, night life of modern Thessaloniki. Dinner and overnight stay
Day 6 | Thessaloniki – Mt. Olympus – Larissa
Drive across the Macedonian rivers’ delta to Mt Olympus. Visit the panoramic village of Litochoro and proceed to Greece’s biggest nature reserve – Mt Olympus: nature walk near Stavros, enjoy panoramic views of Mytikas, traditional place of Palace of the Gods, visit Agios Dionysius – ancient monastery named after the first Athenian converted by Paul (Acts 17:34). Departure for Larissa. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7 | Larissa – Mt. Metamorphosis – Athens
Larissa: Visit the Ancient Roman Theatre, the Byzantine Acropolis. Drive up to Mt. Metamorphosis and enjoy the panoramic view of the Gulf of Kamena Vourla. A short walk will bring us to the Monastery commemorating Jesus Transfiguration. Visit the monastic garden and the church with the famous description of Jesus Transfiguration. Departure for Athens. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 8 | Athens – Ancient Corinth – Athens
We begin with the Acropolis and Mars hill where Paul talked to the Athenians near the altar to the Unknown God (Acts 17) converting Dionysius and Damaris. We drive along the city sites from the King’s Palace to the first Olympic Stadium and enjoy some free time at the Plaka Market. In the afternoon, we will drive along the Saronic Gulf to the Corinthian Canal. We will visit ancient Corinth and the Roman sites associated with Paul’s ministry: the Agora, the Βema, Temple of Apollo, Gallio Seat. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 9 | Embarkation Athens – Mykonos
After breakfast, we will have free leisure time. Then, we will depart for the Port of Lavrion. Embarkation and a range of activities are available. Relax and soak up the glorious Mediterranean sun. Then, the ship will arrive in Mykonos. The evening is ours to enjoy this beautiful iconic Cycladic Island. Evening sunsets walk along the fishermen harbor.
Day 10 | Kusadasi – Ephesus – Patmos
Early in the morning, the ship arrives at the Port of Kusadasi. Our Ancient Ephesus Bus Tour is a journey through the golden ages which shaped a pivotal center of commerce and spirituality. Built 3,000 years ago, Ephesus shaped the history of Greek, Turkish and Christian civilizations from its privileged location, chosen (according to legend) by the oracle of Delphi. A site of pilgrimage, due to its proximity to the Temple of Artemis (one of the 7 Wonders of the World) and the presence of major Christian figures (the apostles Paul and John and the Virgin Mary) within the city walls, Ephesus is currently one of the largest Roman archaeological sites in the Mediterranean. The splendor of its golden age is visible throughout its streets and exceptionally well-preserved ruins. As we explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, we will have the opportunity to breathe in the centuries of cultural effervescence, visible in the Ephesus Agora, Odeon, the Houses of the Patricians, the beautiful Temple of Hadrian and the astonishing Library of Celsus. We will also bargain and shop for local merchandise such as carpets, leather goods, souvenirs etc. Return to the ship and we will sail for Patmos. Explore the Monastery of St. John and the Grotto of Revelation. Early evening return to the ship and sail for Crete.
Day 11 | Rhodes
Early in the morning the ship arrives in Rhodes, where we will have a full day to explore yet another incomparable island. Centuries of culture and layer upon layer of extraordinary civilizations await to be discovered during the Guided Tour through impressive Lindos and within the awe-inspiring structure of the Acropolis of Lindos. We will follow in the footsteps of heroes as we walk along Knight’s Street in the heart of historical Rhodes. The seven lodges of the Order, still bearing their original coats of arms, are displayed along Cobblestone Street where Rhodes’ history was written for over two centuries. Sitting at the top of Knights Street, the Grand Master’s Palace is well worth its name. You will be awed by the fort’s imposing Gothic architecture and strength displayed throughout its court structures, as you get a glimpse into the fascinating era of the Knights. We will end our tour of historical Rhodes with free time so that you may fortify your memories of Rhodes at your own pace. Early in the evening return to the ship and we will sail for Crete.
Day 12 | Crete – Santorini
Early in the morning, the ship arrives at the Port of Heraklion. In Heraklion we will have the opportunity to participate in a marvelous optional excursion to Knossos and see the ruins of the Palace of King Minos. In the afternoon marvel at the captivating views of this magnificent island as we arrive in Santorini. We can participate in the optional tour to Oia and Thira, where we can experience a fantastic journey up the caldera by cable car or donkey or on foot. Night cruise to Athens.
Day 13 | Disembarkation – Athens Airport
Early in the morning we will disembark from the Cruise Ship, and we will depart for Athens Airport. Return with the best memories.
We present you various proposals of excursions but also we can customize our services “depending on your needs”
