Athens Trip Overview
“For we walk by faith, not by sight,” wrote the Apostle Paul to the Corinthians.
Our 6-Day Apostle Paul Footsteps and Biblical Greece is a religious and major archaeological sights tour where you retrace the many missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul in Greece.
Both a pilgrimage and a picturesque journey, this private tour leads you to many significant sites of the New Testament as well as some of the most prominent Greek archaeological sights.
Highlights include Acropolis, Parthenon Temple, Mars Hill where Paul delivered his “Men of Athens” speech, Ancient and Roman Agora, Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth and the Bema where Apostle Paul preached, Nafpaktos, Galaxidi, Arachova, UNESCO Delphi & Museum, UNESCO Meteora Rocky, Vergina,
Explore the ancient cities where Paul preached: Veria, Neapoli, Philippi, Amphipolis. Walk around Thessaloniki’s ancient walls where Paul escaped.
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Duration: 6 days
Starts: Athens, Greece
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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“For we walk by faith, not by sight,” wrote the Apostle Paul to the Corinthians.
Our 6-Day Apostle Paul Footsteps and Biblical Greece is a religious and major archaeological sights tour where you retrace the many missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul in Greece.
Both a pilgrimage and a picturesque journey, this private tour leads you to many significant sites of the New Testament as well as some of the most prominent Greek archaeological sights.
Highlights include Acropolis, Parthenon Temple, Mars Hill where Paul delivered his “Men of Athens” speech, Ancient and Roman Agora, Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth and the Bema where Apostle Paul preached, Nafpaktos, Galaxidi, Arachova, UNESCO Delphi & Museum, UNESCO Meteora Rocky, Vergina,
Explore the ancient cities where Paul preached: Veria, Neapoli, Philippi, Amphipolis. Walk around Thessaloniki’s ancient walls where Paul escaped.
Itinerary
Day 1: Acropolis, Ancient Corinth, Nafpaktos
Stop At: Acropolis, via Dionysiou Areopagitou str., Athens 105 58 Greece
After your pickup, we visit Apostle Paul’s first destination: Acropolis Hill with Parthenon, the Propylaea, the Erechtheion and the Nike Temples.
Apostle Paul had discussions with the locals about the death of Jesus on the cross and his resurrection.
Areopagus or Mars Hill
Exactly across the official exit of Acropolis Athens site, stands
Mars Hill or Aeropagus Hill. At Acts 17:22-31 is mentioned that Apostle Paul stood in the middle of the Areopagus and gave his famous speech to the “UNKNOWN GOD”.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Ancient Agora of Athens, Adrianou 24, Athens 105 55 Greece
The next stop is Ancient Agora. You will stroll in Plaka old city and stop by the Roman Agora and Adrian’s Library. Adrianou Street is flanked by small traditional cafes overlooking Ancient Agora while behind it stands Athens iconic Flea Market.
Ancient Agora’s most prominent sites are the magnificent Temple of Hephaestus and Stoa of Attalos.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ancient Corinth (Archaia Korinthos), Argous 105 Ancient Korinthos village, Corinth 200 07 Greece
Next, we set off towards Corinth Canal, a-six-and a-half-kilometre canal separating the Aegean Sea from the Ionian sea.
Twenty minutes later, you will arrive at Ancient Corinth with the famous Temple of Apollo and the Bema, where Apostle Paul preached the word of Christian God to the local Corinthians, Jewish and Romans.
Apostle Paul stayed in Corinth for 18 months. He is the patron saint of Corinth and the Corinthians built an impressive church in his honour, the Church of Apostle Paul, which you will visit in modern Corinth.
Apostle Paul bid goodbye to his friends as he set off to Syria from Kechree port to continue his work on spreading Christianity in the Mediterranean.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Nafpaktos Old Port, Naupactus 30300 Greece
After Corinth, we cross the Rio Antirio Bridge and enter the western mainland. Our first stop is Nafpaktos, a scenic little Venetian port where you can have a coffee or tea at the port. Next, we drive to Galaxidi and Delphi for overnight rest.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at 4-star or Boutique hotels, like Ganimede in Galaxidi or Nidimos in Delphi, depending on availability.
Day 2: Delphi, Thermopylae
Stop At: Delphi Archaeological Museum, Ethniki Odos Amfissas – Livadias, Delphi 330 54 Greece
Your second tour day begins with Delphi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Sites of Delphi include the Temple of Apollo, the Amphictyonic Council, the Siphnian Treasury, the Theatre, the Tholos, the Gymnasium and the Stadium.
The Delphi museum exhibits masterpieces from the sight, including the famous Charioteer, the Sphinx of the Naxians, and the statues of Kleobis and Biton.
For lunch, we have chosen the traditional tavern “To Patriko mas” which combine an astounding view of the vast olive tree valley and sea with exceptional food and service.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Thermopylae Museum, Thermopylae Greece
The next stop is Thermopylae and the Historical Centre of the battlefield of 300 Spartans. There we meteoracan see the statue of Leonidas, king of Sparta as a memorial of the battle. Admission Fee: 3 euro
The next destination is Kalambaka. You will check in your rooms and we will transport you to Meteora Rocks to watch the stunning sunset over the imposing Monasteries.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at 4-star or Boutique Hotels like Guesthouse Iridanos.
Day 3: Meteora Monasteries, Vergina, Veroia
Stop At: Meteora, 42200 Greece
On the third day of your tour, you will visit 2 or 3 of the Meteora monasteries, depending on the day and time we are visiting.
Meteora is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Meteora monasteries date from the 14th century and are unique in the world because of the amazing treasure of Byzantine and Christian items you can witness.
Proper attire is required in the monasteries. Women must wear skirts below the knees though in some monasteries these are provided for women in shorts or slacks. Men’s arms must be covered and they must wear long pants.
After your visit to the Monasteries, you will descend to Kalambaka and have lunch at its main street with traditional and family-run small taverns. After your lunch, we will set off to Vergina.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina), Imathia, Vergina 590 31 Greece
Vergina, another UNESCO site, was the first capital of the ancient kingdom of Macedonia. You will visit the palaces, the ancient theatre, the Royal Macedonian Tombs and the Museum.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Veroia, Veroia, Imathia Region, Central Macedonia
Next stop will be Veria, another town evangelized by Paul (Acts 17: 10-14). We will visit the ancient synagogue where we will see the Byzantine mosaic in the monument commemorating his preaching.
The spot in Veria where it is said that Paul stood and preached, the so-called “Apostle Paul’s Podium” is now an imposing monument.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Veria at Veritas Art Boutique Hotel (4-star) or Kokkino Spiti Boutique Hotel (depends on availability)
Day 4: Pella, Amphipolis
Stop At: Archaeological Museum of Pella, Pella 58005 Greece
After breakfast, we leave Veria and drive for about an hour where we reach the vast Archaeological sight of Pella and its distinct Museum. The Pella Museum won the “Traveller’s Choice Award” for 2020 from Trip Advisor.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Ancient Amphipolis, Amfipoli Greece
Next stop is Amphipolis, an ancient Greek city on the Strymon River colonized by Athens.
The most impressive monuments are Kasta Tomb a memorial dedicated to the dearest friend of Alexander the Great, Hephaestion.
The Lion of Amphipolis, a monumental tomb sculpture, set up in honour of Laomedon of Mytilene, an important general of Alexander the Great, king of Macedon.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Dinner and Overnight at Kavala, at Galaxy Hotel with majestic sea and Castle views.
Day 5: Philippi, Neapoli, Thessaloniki
Stop At: The Archaeological Museum of Philippi, Krinides 64003 Greece
On your 5th tour day, you will visit Philippi where Apostle Paul preached. One of the first to be baptized there was Lydia, a noblewoman from Thyateira of Asia Minor.
In Philippi, Paul and Silas were accused of provoking abnormalities in the city and for having habits unusual for the Romans. The two men were caned and imprisoned but managed to flee to Thessaloniki.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Archaeological Museum of Kavala, Vasileos Pavlou Av, Kavala 654 03 Greece
Next, we will continue to the ancient city of Neapolis, the first European city to accept Christianity. We will see the Roman Aqueduct and the ruins of the Acropolis in this beautifully located city, known since the 5th century as Kavala.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki Region, Central Macedonia
After a drive of about 2 hours, we will reach Thessaloniki, Greece’s second-biggest city and with exceptional history throughout the centuries. Apostle Paul and Silas reached Thessaloniki in the fall of 48AD.
You will visit the Orthodox Church of St. Paul a symbol of Apostle Paul’s visit to Thessaloniki
Apostle Paul’s Holy Water. In the area, used to be a spring and the rumours say that Apostle Paul stopped to drink some water
Thessaloniki’s popular sights: famous White Tower by the sea, the Roman Forum, the Rotunda, the Arch of Galerius (known as “Kamara”), the church of Agios Dimitrios with its underground catacombs and the Castle of Thessaloniki, called The Heptapyrgion.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Dinner and overnight in Thessaloniki at 5-star Lazart Hotel or 4-star Diamond Suites or 5-star Grand Hotel Palace.
Day 6: Thessaloniki, Dion, Kamena Vourla
Stop At: Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki Region, Central Macedonia
After your breakfast and if there is time, you can take a short walk at the famous Thessaloniki promenade. Later, your driver will take you to visit the archaeological site and the museum of Dion.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Dion Archaeological Park, Dion 60100 Greece
Dion sight is very large and the excavation of the area has brought to light a fortified city, and buildings like private residences, public buildings, shops, and a large number of workshops.
You will see the Sanctuary of Zeus Olympios, of Demeter, of Isis, the Great thermae of Dion, the Villa of Dionysos, the Ancient and Roman Theatres, the Necropolis and the Church of Agios Dimitrios.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Kamena Vourla, Greece
After the impressive site of Dion, we will start our return trip to Athens. Our final stop is at Kamena Vourla seaside village where we will offer you, our courtesy, an afternoon coffee or tea by the sea view.
Finally, upon arriving in Athens, we can drop you off at the airport or your residence.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
