12 Days Apostle Paul Steps with 4 Days Cruise
12 Days Apostle Paul’s Steps with 4 Days Cruise
12 Days Apostle Paul’s Steps with 4 Days Cruise
Thessaloniki – Phillipi – Kavala – Vergina- Pella – Veria – Meteora – Epidauros – Mycenae – Nafplio – Ancient Corinth – Athens – Mykonos – Ephesus – Patmos-Rhodes – Heraklio – Santorini
12 days, 11 nights
From €2517 per/person (up 6 persons)
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Apostle Paul Steps – Your connection to the spirit of Greece – A trip with character and soul…
Footsteps of Apostle Paul
Be inspired and have your faith renewed by following in the footsteps of Apostle Paul. Visit all of the awe-inspiring places of the New Testament for ten days, in the most comprehensive Bible experience of your life. This pilgrimage tour in Greece is unlike any other. Get to know Greece uniquely with a Pilgrimage tour that follows in the steps of Apostle Paul, visiting a combination of Greece’s unique Churches and Monasteries, villages, cuisine, and, best of all, its inhabitants. Apostle Paul steps journey is an unforgettable trip through ancient Greece.
“When they arrived in Thessaloniki in the fall of 49, Apostles Paul and Silas found a city that was completely different from what they had seen before. It was a city free from Roman occupation since 168 B.C., and there was a synagogue near the port where Apostle Paul spent three consecutive Saturdays preaching.”
While in Troas, Apostle Paul had a dream of a tall, impressive Macedonian man urging him to “come to Macedonia and help them.” In the winter of 49, Apostle Paul landed on European soil for the first time in Neapoli. Apostle Paul and Silas faced accusations in Philippi but were miraculously freed by an earthquake. Veria, a bustling city with a flourishing synagogue, welcomed Paul and Silas with great interest as they preached the Holy Gospel. Your journey will take you to the ancient region of Philippi, where the Apostle Paul established the first Christian Church in Europe.
You will also be able to explore Mycenae, an ancient city dating back to the Bronze Age, and marvel at the renowned Lioness Gate and the Tomb of Agamemnon. In Corinth, a city that inspired many of Apostle Paul’s most familiar letters, you will immerse yourself in the treasures of the Archaeological Museum, the vibrant Market Place, the historic Bema where Apostle Paul speaks, and the ancient Temples. You will visit Vergina, the first capital of Macedonia, and have the chance to admire the royal tombs. Your journey will lead you to Meteora – the second most important monastic complex in Greece, after Mount Athos, and a distinguished UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Apostle Paul’s Steps and the 4-night Iconic Aegean
Embark on a mesmerizing 4-night Iconic Aegean tour and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of ancient history, authentic cuisine, Greek culture, and breathtaking vistas. From the enchanting capital of Athens, set sail through crystal-clear waters to uncover a captivating blend of thrilling attractions, dramatic cliffs, rolling landscapes, and the timeless allure of the Greek islands. Explore the iconic white-washed buildings of Santorini, the picturesque windmills of Mykonos, the historic Palace of Knossos in Crete, and the serene monastery of St. John in Patmos. Delve into the ancient city of Ephesus the town that Apostle Paul visited, in modern-day Turkey, and experience the medieval charm of the City of Rhodes, the majestic Acropolis of Lindos, and the Citadel of the Knights, all UNESCO World Heritage sites.
We, at Porto Planet, offer you a designed, detailed, and highly personalized travel itinerary. Our slogan is – Big or Small We Can Do It All
We provide
- Chartered A/C bus for a group or vehicle for a private option with English speaking driver
- Fuel and road taxes
- All Transfers from to the hotels/airport/port
- All excursions included and on cruise: Ephesus Tour- and St. John’s Monastery-Grotto Apocalypse
- Private Professional Guide at Philippi, at Ancient Corinth and Acropolis Athens, also Shared Professional Guide at Ephesus
- All Accommodations
- 4 days Cruise
- 11 Breakfasts – 7 Meals (Lunch or Dinner depends on the time) -and 4 Lunch and 4 Dinner on the boat.
We do not provide
- Entrance fees at the archaeological / historical sites
- Guides at the archaeological / historical sites
- Tips
- Anything not mentioned above
UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES
Visit Corinth city that inspired many of Paul’s most familiar letters. See the Archaeological Museum, the Market Place, the Bema, and the Temples.
Reception at the airport. Transportation to the hotel.
Accommodation Thessaloniki (Lunch or Dinner)
DAY 2. THESSALONIKI KAVALA – PHILIPPI
Full-day tour – visit the cities where Apostle Paul taught – previously known as NEAPOLIS and PHILIPPI – now known as KAVALA where St Paul went to prison.
Accommodation Thessaloniki (Breakfast – Lunch or Dinner)
DAY 3. THESSALONIKI – PELA – VERGINA – VERIA
Vergina has the tomb of Philip plus an important museum. Stayed in Beroea (Veria), which had an important early Christian community, and visited the Altar where Apostle Paul taught.
Accommodation Veria (Breakfast – Lunch or Dinner)
DAY 4. VERIA – PANAGIA SOUMELA – METEORA
A visit to the altar of St. Paul at Veria and then on to the monastery of PANAGIA SOUMELA. A visit to the monastery and then drive south to the holy rocks of METEORA. Meteora is a must-see on any trip to Greece.
Accommodation Kalambaka (Breakfast – Lunch or Dinner)
DAY 5. METEORA – NAFPLIO -FREE TIME
Drive to the Nafplio.
Accommodation Nafplio (Breakfast – Lunch or Dinner)
DAY 6. NAFPLION – EPIDAVROS – ANCIENT CORINTH -ATHENS
Breakfast then one and a half hours drive north to Argos and Mycenae, to visit the archaeological site and the museum.
The second stopped at Epidaurus to visit the archaeological site and the 2,300-year-old Theatre of Epidaurus, famous for its acoustics. Keep driving in the direction of Athens via Corinth.
Corinth is the city that inspired many of St Paul’s most familiar letters. See the Archaeological Museum, the Market Place, the Bema, and the Temples.
Continue our journey to Athens.
Accommodation Athens (Breakfast – Meal)
DAY 7. ATHENS – LAURION BEGINS 4 DAYS CRUISE MYKONOS
At 13:00 Boarding on Boat and 18:00, we arrived at Mykonos
Accommodation Boat ( Lunch – Dinner)
DAY 8. KUSADASI (07:00-13:00) – EPHESSOS – PATMOS (16:30-21:30)
Accommodation Boat (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)
DAY 9. RHODES (07:00-18:00)
Accommodation Boat (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)
DAY 10 HERAKLION (07:00-12:00) – SANTORINI (16:30-21:30)
Accommodation Boat (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)
DAY 11 ATHENS – AFTERNOON SIGHTSEEING OF ATHENS
Arrived at 06:00 in the morning
Accommodation Athens (Breakfast)
DAY 12 ATHENS- FLIGHT BACK HOME
Breakfast and transportation to the airport for the flight back home.
(Breakfast)
THANK YOU FOR COMING Have a nice flight back home! KALO TAXIDI
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DAY 1. JULY 01, THESSALONIKI – ARRIVAL
Reception at the airport. Transportation to the hotel.
Accommodation Thessaloniki (Dinner)
DAY 2. THESSALONIKI – KAVALA – PHILIPPI
Full-day tour – visit the cities where Apostle Paul taught – previously known as NEAPOLIS and PHILIPPI – now known as KAVALA where St Paul went to prison. Ninety miles from Thessaloniki are the extensive ruins of the city of Philippi, which was one of the leading cities of Macedonia and which St Paul visited in A.D. 50. Among the ruins is a most impressive Roman theatre. Kavala is Greece’s prettiest mainland port with a most elegant harbor. St Paul landed here with his disciples, Timothy and Silas. Luke, the Evangelist, also came here from Troas. This ancient city of Neapolis was later renamed Christoupolis because it was the first European city to convert to Christianity. Imagine walking on the same ground as these men of the Bible! We will see the Roman Aqueduct and the ruins of the Acropolis in this beautifully located city, known since the 5th century as Kavala.
Continue to Philippi where St Paul preached his first evangelical sermon and baptized the first Christians on European soil. We will view the baptismal site where Lydia surrendered her life to Christ and visit a crypt dating from the Roman period that is thought to have served as a prison for St Paul. See the famous Acropolis, the Market Place, the Basilica, and the Theatre. We return to Thessaloniki for the night.
Accommodation Thessaloniki (Breakfast – Lunch or Dinner)
DAY 3. THESSALONIKI – PELA – VERGINA – VERIA
Vergina has the tomb of Philip plus an important museum. Stayed in Beroea (Veria), which had an important early Christian community, and visited the Altar where Apostle Paul taught.
Accommodation Veria (Breakfast – Lunch or Dinner)
DAY 4. VERIA – PANAGIA SOUMELA – METEORA
A visit to the altar of St. Paul at Veria and then on to the monastery of PANAGIA SOUMELA. A visit to the monastery and then drive south to the holy rocks of METEORA. Meteora is a must-see on any trip to Greece.
Here are some of the most ancient, active monasteries in all of Greece, and they are perched miraculously atop the mountains along the Pinios river. Meteora, where we will climb and see the world famous Byzantine monasteries that are perched precariously on summits of grey rock – pinnacles of varied and beautiful shapes. Their history goes back to the 14th century when the monks sought refuge in the Cliffside caves then fled higher to build the original wooden shelters, that was later transformed into monasteries. Monks seeking isolation and spiritual salvation first built these monasteries in the 14th century. They are veritable Byzantine museums exhibiting superb icons, old manuscripts and unique mosaics and frescoes.
Accommodation Kalambaka (Breakfast – Luch or Dinner)
DAY 5. METEORA – NAFPLIO
Visit Meteora with its striking scenery. Perched on the top of huge rocks that seem to be suspended in mid-air, stand ageless Monasteries, where you can see exquisite specimens of Byzantine art.
After we drive to the Nafplio.
Accommodation Nafplio (Breakfast – Lunch or Dinner)
DAY 6. NAFPLION – EPIDAVROS – ANCIENT CORINTH -ATHENS
Breakfast and the first stop at Epidaurus to visit the archaeological site and the 2,300-year-old Theatre of Epidaurus, famous for its acoustics. Keep driving in the direction of Athens via Corinth.
Corinth is the city that inspired many of St Paul’s most familiar letters. See the Archaeological Museum, the Market Place, the Bema, and the Temples. To stand in the ruins of the church of Corinth and see the pillars, steps,
and public worship place where St Paul preached. This will enhance your understanding and love of I & II Corinthians. The ruins of this important cultural center are fascinating as you walk along the stone path that the Apostle Paul walked.
The engineering skills and intellect of these people are evident in the water systems that still flow from ancient to modern day. Continue our journey to Athens.
Accommodation Athens (Breakfast – Lunch or Dinner)
DAY 7. ATHENS – LAURION BEGINS 4 DAYS CRUISE MYKONOS
Embarkation: Athens (Lavrion), Greece Welcome on board! After boarding this morning, you’ll have a variety of activities to enjoy on the ship: relax by the pool with a cocktail, visit the casino, use the fitness center, or simply bask in the Mediterranean sun. You’ll also be treated to a selection of international and Greek cuisine. At 18:00, the ship will arrive in Mykonos, a famous island known for its beautiful beaches, traditional white houses with blue shutters, charming narrow streets, and vibrant nightlife. You’ll have the evening to explore this stunning Cycladic Island.
Accommodation Boat ( Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)
DAY 8. KUSADASI – EPHESSOS – PATMOS
Apostle Paul arrives to Ephesus in the autumn of 54 A.D, during his third missionary journey, and he lives in the city for more than three years. For three months, Paul spoke boldly in the Synagogue (Acts 19:8). Then he continued spreading the gospel in the school of Tyrannus for two years (Acts 19:9)
“while Apollos was at Corinth, Paul took the road through the interior and arrived at Ephesus “ Acts 19:1
The first Christian community in Ephesus was established by St John and developed by St Paul. Paul came into the city to fulfill the promise that he had given on his brief visit when returning from Corinth and stayed for about three and a half years and also wrote his letters to Ephesians in captivity most probably here in Ephesus. When Paul came to Ephesus, first in the synagogues and then everywhere in the city, he preached the gospel and gained followers. The church of Ephesus which became the head of the Seven Churches in western Asia Minor was established by Paul.
Late afternoon arrive in Patmos and explore the Monastery of St John and the Grotto of Revelations with the optional tour. Early evening return to the ship where dinner await you as you sail for Rhodes.
Accommodation Boat (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)
DAY 9. RHODES
Upon your arrival at the Port of Rhodes in the early morning, a delightful breakfast will be served onboard the cruise ship. Since the ship will be docked in Rhodes all day, you will have the opportunity to participate in one of the many optional tours available. You can choose to visit Lindos and explore its ancient Acropolis, wander through the charming Medieval Town of Rhodes with its cobblestoned pathways, or immerse yourself in the history at the archaeological site of Filerimos. Following the excursions, we will return to the ship to enjoy a delicious lunch. The afternoon can be spent leisurely wandering around the area or taking a refreshing swim at one of the nearby beaches. As the day winds down, we will return to the ship in the late afternoon. You can look forward to a delightful dinner onboard as we set sail for Crete.
Accommodation Athens (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)
DAY 10. HERAKLION – SANTORINI
Early morning breakfast will be served onboard as the ship docks at the port of Heraklion.
In Heraklion passengers have the opportunity to participate in a marvellous excursion Knossos and see the ruins of the Palace of King Minos. Or alternatively, explore the town of Heraklion and take a Food and City Tour Heraklion with the Pastry Museum.
In the afternoon, take in the breathtaking views of the magnificent island of Santorini as our ship arrives and anchors. Passengers joining the optional tour to Oia and Thira will disembark first via tender boats to Athenios Port, where motorcoaches will await. All other passengers will disembark via tender boats to Santorini’s small port, where you can embark on a fantastic journey up the caldera by cable car, donkey, or foot. In the early evening, return to the ship via cable car and tender boat for dinner onboard as we depart Santorini and sail back to Lavrio.
Accommodation Athens (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)
DAY 11. ATHENS – AFTERNOON SIGHTSEEING OF ATHENS – FAREWELL DINNER
In the morning pick up from the port to the hotel.
The striking contrast between the breathtaking monuments of a glorious past and modern elegant structures is what you will enjoy during your tour of Athens. Visit the Acropolis,the crowning beauty and glory of Ancient Athens, with its many monuments atop its rocky base, including the awesome Parthenon, the Propylea, the temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens. Short stop for photos of the Panathinaikon Stadium(site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896), drive at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on Constitution Square. See views of government buildings and elegant structures of the 19th century. Drive along Panepistimiou Avenue and view the Catholic Cathedral, the Academy, the University, the National Library
An early breakfast is served onboard before we disembark our cruise ship.
Accommodation Athens (Breakfast – Dinner)
DAY 12. ATHENS- FLIGHT BACK HOME
Breakfast and transportation to the airport for the flight back home.
(Breakfast)
THANK YOU FOR COMING Have a nice flight back home! KALO TAXIDI
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