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Apostle Paul Tour in Greece | 12 days

Spiritual and breathtaking journey in the footsteps of Apostle Paul, the man who formed Christianity.

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TOUR ROUTE

Day 1 | Arrival in Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival in Istanbul. Transfer to your hotel for check-in. Afternoon Orientation tour of Istanbul. Visit the Hagia Sophia, an architectural marvel and former Christian basilica.

Day 2 | Istanbul – Antioch (Antakya)

: Flight from Istanbul to Hatay Airport (Antakya). Visit the Church of St. Peter, one of the oldest churches in the world, and the Antakya Archaeological Museum. Overnight in Antakya.

Day 3 | Antioch – Tarsus – Adana

Drive to Tarsus, the birthplace of Apostle Paul. Visit St. Paul's Well, the ancient road, and Cleopatra's Gate. Continue to Adana for a brief city tour. Overnight in Adana.

Day 4 | Adana – Cappadocia

Drive to Cappadocia, famous for its unique rock formations and cave churches. Visit the Goreme Open-Air Museum to see the rock-cut churches and Christian frescoes. Optional hot air balloon ride (early morning the next day). Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 5 | Cappadocia – Konya

Explore the underground city of Derinkuyu, which early Christians used for refuge. Drive to Konya, the city where Paul and Barnabas preached. Visit the Mevlana Museum, dedicated to Rumi. Overnight in Konya.

Day 6 | Konya – Pamukkale

Depart for Pamukkale. En route, visit the ancient city of Colossae, mentioned in Paul’s letters. Arrive in Pamukkale. Visit the travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis. Overnight in Pamukkale.

Day 7 | Pamukkale – Ephesus – Kusadasi

Drive to Ephesus, one of the most important cities of early Christianity. Visit the Ephesus ruins, the Basilica of St. John, and the House of the Virgin Mary. Continue to Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 8 | Kusadasi – Patmos (by ferry)

Free time in Kusadasi. Optional visit to the Temple of Artemis. Take a ferry to Patmos, the island where John wrote the Book of Revelation. Visit the Monastery of St. John and the Cave of the Apocalypse. Overnight in Patmos.

Day 9 | Patmos – Piraeus (by ferry) – Athens

Free time to explore Patmos. Ferry to Piraeus. Transfer to Athens. Check-in to your hotel in Athens. Evening free for leisure.

Day 10 | Athens

Visit the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and Mars Hill (Areopagus) where Paul delivered his famous sermon. Explore the Ancient Agora, where Paul reasoned with the philosophers. Overnight in Athens.

Day 11 | Athens – Corinth – Athens

Day trip to Corinth. Visit the ancient ruins, the Bema where Paul stood trial, and the Corinth Canal. Return to Athens. Farewell dinner and reflection on the journey. Overnight in Athens.