St. Paul’s Steps Itinerary : Athens -Corinth-Dlephi-Meteora-Veroia-Thessloniki-Kavala

Day 1: Arrival in Athens
Upon your arrival in Athens, our assistant will meet you at the airport. Your personal driver will then transfer you to your hotel for check-in. After some rest, you will embark on a guided food tour to sample traditional Athenian delicacies, introducing you immediately to the flavors of Greece.

Day 2: Athens & Corinth – Tracing Paul’s Path
After breakfast, begin a full-day guided tour dedicated to both ancient history and the footsteps of St. Paul. First, explore the highlights of Athens: the Acropolis with its Parthenon, Propylaea, and Erechtheion. Next, continue to the ancient Agora, once the center of civic life, where Paul engaged with the Athenians. Then, walk up Mars Hill (Areopagus), the site where Paul delivered his famous sermon about the “unknown God” (Acts 17:16-34).

In the afternoon, your journey takes you westward to Corinth, where Paul lived and ministered for a year and a half (Acts 18:1-18). There, visit the Archaeological Museum, the marketplace, and the Temple ruins. You will also stand at the Bema, where Paul addressed the Corinthians, and reflect on his letters that still inspire today. Finally, return to Athens for overnight.

Day 3: Athens – Delphi – Meteora
This morning, depart for Delphi, once considered the very center of the ancient world. Here you will explore the sanctuary of Apollo, the Treasury of the Athenians, and the impressive theater. Afterwards, continue your journey north toward Meteora. In the evening, arrive and settle into your hotel, surrounded by dramatic rock formations. Overnight in Meteora.

Day 4: Meteora – Berea – Vergina – Thessaloniki
Begin your day by visiting Meteora’s breathtaking monasteries, spiritual havens founded in the 14th century when monks sought refuge in the cliffs. Later, continue your biblical journey with a stop in Berea (Veria), where Paul preached to the local Jewish community in 54 AD (Acts 17:10-15). Here, you will see St. Paul’s Bema, a monument marking the place of his sermons.

Afterwards, travel to Vergina, the site of the royal tombs of Macedonian kings. Finally, drive onward to Thessaloniki, where you will enjoy dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Philippi – Kavala – Thessaloniki
Today your travels take you eastward to Philippi, the first European city where Paul preached the Gospel (Acts 16:11-40). While there, visit the Baptistery of Lydia, named after the first Christian convert in Europe. You will also explore the ruins of the marketplace, the theater, and the traditional site of Paul and Silas’s imprisonment.

Continue to Kavala (ancient Neapolis), the port where Paul first set foot in Europe. After reflecting on the significance of these visits, return to Thessaloniki for dinner and overnight.

Day 6: Thessaloniki – In the Footsteps of Paul
This morning, explore Thessaloniki, another important city visited by the Apostle Paul (Acts 17:1-9). You will begin with the ancient Agora, where Paul reasoned with the Jews, before continuing to the House of Jason, where he stayed during his ministry.

In addition, visit the Basilica of St. Demetrius, dedicated to the city’s patron saint, and admire the Galerius Arch on the Via Egnatia, one of the great Roman roads of antiquity. Finally, conclude your biblical journey with dinner and overnight in Thessaloniki.

Day 7: Thessaloniki – Departure Day 
After breakfast, your private driver will transfer you to Thessaloniki International Airport for your departure. Your 7-day Greek adventure concludes with unforgettable memories of Greece’s most beautiful destinations.

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Optional Extensions

Extension 1: Santorini (2–3 nights)
After completing your biblical journey, unwind on the enchanting island of Santorini. Stroll through the iconic whitewashed villages, enjoy breathtaking caldera sunsets, and relax on unique volcanic beaches. Optional winery tours and catamaran cruises can be added.

Extension 2: Turkey – Seven Churches of Revelation
Continue your journey across the Aegean to Asia Minor, following the footsteps of the early church:

• Day 1: Arrival in Smyrna (Izmir), check-in and overnight.

• Day 2: Visit ancient Smyrna and tour the remarkable ruins of Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus, Theater, and Basilica of St. John.

• Day 3: Explore Laodicea, Hierapolis (Pamukkale), and Philadelphia, all mentioned in Revelation.

• Day 4: Visit Pergamum, Troy, and Canakkale before concluding your extension.

Extension 3: Cruise to the Greek Isles & Turkey
Combine your St. Paul itinerary with a short cruise:

• Day 1: Depart Athens, cruise to Mykonos.

• Day 2: Dock at Ephesus (Turkey) and Patmos (Monastery of St. John).

• Day 3: Rhodes, with an optional tour to Lindos and the port of St. Paul.

• Day 4: Crete and Santorini.

• Day 5: Disembark.

Customization & Extensions

This St. Paul’s Steps itinerary can be tailored to fit your travel preferences. Whether you’d like to extend your stay in Santorini, continue your biblical journey into Turkey’s Seven Churches of Revelation, or combine your pilgrimage with a Greek Island cruise, we can customize every detail according to your schedule and budget. Our expert team will create a meaningful and seamless travel experience that blends history, faith, and cultural exploration.