Athens – Mars Hill – Corinth – Meteora – Berea – Thessalonica – Kavala (Neapolis)
DAY 1 – ARRIVAL IN ATHENS
Arrive at Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos," where a local representative will meet you and assist with your transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a panoramic introductory tour of Athens before checking in.
Overnight: Athens
DAY 2 – ATHENS CITY TOUR & MARS HILL
After breakfast, head to the Acropolis Hill to visit the iconic Parthenon and Erechtheion Temples. From there, walk to Mars Hill (Areopagus) (Acts 17:22), where the Apostle Paul delivered his famous sermon on the "unknown god." Continue with a panoramic city tour to see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Parliament House, Panathenaic Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and other landmarks such as the Academy, University, and National Library. Spend the afternoon exploring the charming Plaka district at your leisure.
Overnight: Athens
DAY 3 – ANCIENT CORINTH TOUR
In the morning, travel to Ancient Corinth, with a stop at the Corinth Canal. Corinth (Acts 18:1-18) was where Paul established a thriving church and sent two epistles now included in the New Testament. Visit significant sites associated with Paul’s ministry, including the Agora, Temple of Apollo, Roman Odeon, Bema, and Gallio's Seat. Don't miss the small but fascinating archaeological museum. On the site, you’ll also find an inscription to Paul's friend Erastus (Romans 16:23). After the tour, return to Athens for an afternoon at leisure.
Overnight: Athens
DAY 4 – ATHENS – DELPHI – KALAMBAKA
Depart Athens and head towards Northern Greece. Arrive in Delphi, once considered the center of the ancient world. Visit the Sanctuary of Apollo, the Treasury of the Athenians, and the archaeological museum housing masterpieces such as the bronze Charioteer and the Aghias athlete statue. After the visit, continue your journey to Kalambaka, located near the breathtaking rock formations of Meteora.
Overnight: Kalambaka
DAY 5 – METEORA – BEREA – THESSALONICA
In the morning, explore the stunning Meteora Monasteries, perched atop massive rocks, which house exceptional Byzantine icons and manuscripts. Continue on to Thessalonica, with a stop in Berea, where Paul preached in the synagogue, discovering that the local Jews were more receptive than those in Thessalonica (Acts 17:10-11). Visit the Byzantine mosaic monument commemorating his preaching. Arrive in Thessalonica in the afternoon.
Overnight: Thessalonica
DAY 6 – PHILIPPI – KAVALA – THESSALONICA
On your way to Philippi, stop to see the Lion of Amphipolis statue. Visit Philippi, where Paul established a strong church and wrote the Philippian letter (Acts 16:9-33). Explore the river where Lydia was baptized, the ruins of the prison where Paul and Silas were held, the Agora, the 5th-6th century basilica, and the Theatre. Afterward, head to Kavala (ancient Neapolis), where Paul arrived in Europe (Acts 16:11). Enjoy a panoramic tour of this port city before returning to Thessalonica.
Overnight: Thessalonica
DAY 7 – THESSALONICA – ATHENS
After breakfast, enjoy a morning city tour of Thessalonica, where Paul spent time in the synagogue explaining the Old Testament prophecies (Acts 17:1-4). Visit the Upper Old City Walls, the Triumphal Arch of Galerius, and the Rotunda, while following the ancient Egnatian Way. Later, travel back to Athens, arriving in the evening.
Overnight: Athens
DAY 8 – ATHENS DEPARTURE
After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to Athens International Airport for your departure flight.
End of tour