March 30th, 2025 // Athens Airport – Athens overnight 

Upon arrival at Athens Airport, transfer to the hotel for check in. Free evening in the city center. Welcome dinner at a restaurant and overnight stay. (D) 

After breakfast, drive to Mt. Parnassus: visit the Holy Monastery of Jerusalem which architecture is inspired by the New Jerusalem (John 21:13). Short nature walks in the cedars forest to a hermit’s cave, panoramic view of Valley of Boeotia. Drive to Arachova, the famous shepherd’s village and enjoy the panoramic view of the Ionian Sea. Proceed to Delphi: visit the archeological museum: the Gallio inscription, on which the dating of the life of Paul is based (Acts 18:12), the Sphinx of Thebes, Temple of Athena, Goddess of Wisdom (the philosophical background of Paul, the Hellenized Jew). Return to our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay. (B, D)

After breakfast, drive to Meteora, one of Europe’s most beautiful landscapes with its six monasteries. Short nature walk in Agios Athanasios. Panoramic view of the ‘stone mushroom’ of Agia Triada. Visit two monasteries. St. Paul as the first Christian hermit. Evening tour of the illuminated cliffs of Meteora. Dinner and overnight stay. (B, D) 

After breakfast, visit Vergina - the golden treasures of the ancient kings of Macedonia. Veria: walk along the Barbouta river into the old Jewish quarter. Visit the ancient synagogue and see the Step where Paul spoke to the Verians (Acts 17). Drive along the Aegean coast to Thessaloniki. Visit the Jewish quarter: the Synagogue, the Ancient Jewish Bath House and the Modiano market (Acts 17, 1 Thessalonians 1). Dinner and overnight stay. (B, D) 

After breakfast, drive east to Philippi: visit Paul’s Jail (Acts 16), the Christian Basilica, the Greco-Roman round theatre. Visit the Lydia baptismal site at Zigakti river (Acts 16:15). Next, we proceed to Kavala for a panoramic view of Port of Neapolis first place where Paul put his feet in Europe (Acts 16 7-11). A short walk along Via Egnatia, where Paul walked on his way to Thessaloniki. Dinner and overnight stay. (B, D) 

After breakfast, drive across the Macedonian rivers’ delta to Mt Olympus. Visit the panoramic village of Litochoro and proceed to Greece’s biggest nature reserve- Mt Olympus: nature walk near Stavros, enjoy panoramic views of Mytikas, the traditional place of the Palace of the Gods, visit Agios Dionysius - an ancient monastery named after the first Athenian converted by Paul (Acts 17:34). Departure for Larissa. Dinner and overnight stay. (B, D)

After breakfast, visit the Ancient Roman Theatre, the Byzantine Acropolis. Drive up to Mt. Metamorphosis and enjoy the panoramic view of the Gulf of Kamena Vourla. A short walk will bring us to the Monastery commemorating Jesus Transfiguration. Visit the monastic garden and the church with the famous description of Jesus Transfiguration. Departure for Athens. Dinner and overnight stay. (B, D) 

After breakfast, we begin with the Acropolis and Mars hill where Paul talked to the Athenians near the altar to the Unknown God (Acts 17) converting Dionysius and Damaris. We drive along the city sites from the King’s Palace to the first Olympic Stadium and enjoy some free time at the Plaka Market. In the afternoon, we drive along the Saronic gulf to the Corinthian Canal. We will visit ancient Corinth and the Roman sites associated with Paul’s ministry: the Agora, the Bema, Temple of Apollo, Gallio Seat. Dinner and overnight stay. (B, D) 

 After breakfast, we will have free leisure time. Then, we will depart for the Port of Lavrion. Embarkation and a range of activities are available. Relax and soak up the   

glorious Mediterranean sun. Then, the ship will arrive in Mykonos. The evening is ours to enjoy this beautiful iconic Cycladic Island. Evening sunset walk along the fishermen harbor. (B, L, D)  

Early morning the ship arrives at the Port of Kusadasi. Our Ancient Ephesus Guided Bus Tour is a journey through the golden ages which shaped a pivotal center of commerce and spirituality. Built 3,000 years ago, Ephesus shaped the history of Greek, Turkish and Christian civilizations from its privileged location, chosen (according to legend) by the oracle of Delphi. A site of pilgrimage, due to its proximity to the Temple of Artemis (one of the 7 Wonders of the World) and the presence of major Christian figures (the apostles Paul and John and the Virgin Mary) within the city walls, Ephesus is currently one of the largest Roman archaeological sites in the Mediterranean. The splendour of its golden age is visible throughout its streets and exceptionally well-preserved ruins. As we explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, we will have the opportunity to breathe in the centuries of cultural effervescence, visible in the Ephesus Agora, Odeon, the Houses of the Patricians, the beautiful Temple of Hadrian and the astonishing Library of Celsus. We will also have the opportunity to bargain and shop local merchandise such as carpets, leather goods, souvenirs etc. Return to the ship and we will sail for Patmos. We will have a Guided Tour, in order to explore the Monastery of St. John and the Grotto of Revelation. Evening return to the ship and sail for Rhodes. (B, L, D)

 Early morning the ship arrives in Rhodes, where we will participate in an optional tour to explore yet another incomparable island. Centuries of culture and layer upon layer of extraordinary civilizations await to be discovered during the tour by bus through the impressive Lindos and within the awe-inspiring structure of the Acropolis of Lindos. We will follow the footsteps of heroes as we walk along Knight's Street in the heart of historical Rhodes. The seven lodges of the Order, still bearing their original coats of arms, are displayed along the cobblestone street where Rhodes’ history was written for over two centuries. Sitting at the top of Knights Street, the Grand Master’s Palace is well worth its name. You will be awed by the fort’s imposing Gothic architecture and strength displayed throughout its court structures as you glimpse the fascinating era of the Knights. We will end our tour of historical Rhodes with free time so that you may fortify your memories of Rhodes at your own pace. Early evening, return to the ship, and we will sail for Heraklion. (B, L, D) 

Early morning, the ship arrives at the Port of Heraklion. In Heraklion, we will have the opportunity to participate - optionally - in a marvelous excursion to Knossos and see the ruins of the Palace of King Minos. In the afternoon marvel at the captivating views of this magnificent island as we will arrive in Santorini. There is plenty of time at Fira to explore, stroll the marble-paved alleys, visit the adorable shops and capture the moments on camera. Early evening, we will return to the ship, and we will depart and sail back to Lavrion port. (B, L, D) 

After disembarkation, we will depart for Athens Airport. Return back with the best memories. (B)