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Footsteps of Saint Paul in Greece: Thessaloniki to Athens

11 days  |  15 days with Greek Islands Cruise & Athens extension  |  Estimated monthly payments as low as $242

Group size
15–38 travelers
Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars

43
Activity level

Follow Apostle Paul’s missionary journey through ancient Greek cities.

In the first century A.D., Paul the Apostle journeyed through modern-day Greece on a mission to bring Christianity to the country’s people. On this sweeping tour through the Mediterranean country, you’ll retrace his historic route. Highlights include Thessaloniki’s Vlatadon Monastery, where he preached the divine word, and the Areopagus in Athens, where he delivered one of his most famous sermons.

Your tour package includes

  • 9 nights in handpicked hotels
  • 9 breakfasts
  • 4 dinners with beer or wine
  • 6 sightseeing tours
  • Expert Tour Director & local guides
  • Private deluxe motor coach

Included highlights

  • Vlatadon Monastery
  • Royal Tombs at Vergina
  • Meteora monasteries
  • Temple of Apollo
  • Ancient Corinth
  • Acropolis
  • Parthenon
  • Areopagus

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Day 1: Travel Day

Board your overnight flight to Thessaloniki today.

Thessaloniki

Day 2: Arrival in Thessaloniki

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Welcome to Greece! Get to know your Tour Director and fellow group members at tonight’s welcome dinner.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars

Overall rating based on 43 traveler ratings

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Footsteps of St Paul in Greece

5 out of 5 stars

2nd-time traveler Tim, traveled in May 2025

Thoroughly enjoyed the trip. Itinerary was very good and amount of time at each site was right. Hotels were nice and well-located except that Athens hotel was too far from anything of interest. Rob, our tour guide, was superb: very knowledgeable and informative, provided great...

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Daniel, traveled in May 2025

St Paul Footsteps Tour

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in May 2025

This tour was very informative and it met all of my expectation.

Footsteps of St. Paul

5 out of 5 stars

2nd-time traveler Anonymous, traveled in May 2025

This tour explored diverse regions of Greece, and included both historical and cultural experiences. Each part of the trip was well planned and well organized. The local guides were excellent, and Rob, our tour director was knowledgeable, engaging, and thoroughly committed to...

Footsteps of St. Paul

4 out of 5 stars

3rd-time traveler Mary, traveled in Apr 2025

Overall trip was very nice, a mix of Spiritual and Ancient Greek Culture. Our tour director Pablo and bus driver Tzafeidis were excellent. Tour could have used a little more free time at the sites. City guides were also very good.

Footsteps of Saint Paul in Greece: Thessaloniki to

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler James, traveled in Apr 2025

Awesome fast paced tour which started in Thessaloniki and finished in Athens (including cruise to Mykonos, Patmos, and Santorini). Fair amount of walking but pace was reasonable. Hotels were well placed for the most part and convenient for sightseeing. Excellent cuisine...

EF Go Ahead Tours

Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour from Thessaloniki to Athens, including the beautiful cruise stops....

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Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Thessaloniki - City Hotel Thessaloniki

This stylish hotel is located in the city center of Thessaloniki. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness center, and a restaurant. Nearby, you’ll find Tsimiski Street, Aristotelous Square, and the White Tower of Thessaloniki.

Meteroa Region - Amalia Hotel Kalambaka

This classical hotel is located in Kalambaka. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, balconies, and a restaurant. Nearby, you’ll find Trikala, Megalou Meteorou, and Lake Plastira.

Delphi Region - Amalia Hotel Delphi

This modern hotel is located at the foot of Mount Parnassus in Delphi. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, beautiful views, and manicured gardens. Nearby, you’ll find the Temple of Apollo, the Old Temple of Athena, and the Stadium...

Nafplio - Amalia Hotel Nafplio

This modern hotel is located in the town entrance of Nafplion. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, balconies, and air conditioning. Nearby, you’ll find Árgos, Tiryns, and the Tomb of Agamemnon.

Athens - Crowne Plaza Athens - City Centre

This lavish hotel is located in Athens' business and commercial district. Guests enjoy the fitness center, the outdoor swimming pool, and the sauna. Nearby, you’ll find the War Museum Athens, the National Garden Botanic Museum,...

Greek Islands Cruise - Celestyal Olympia

This ship sails across the Adriatic Sea. As you hop from one Greek isle to the next, enjoy the two pools, fully equipped gym, and restaurants featuring authentic Greek cuisine while aboard the cruise ship.

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Flights

Round-trip flights are one more thing we handle to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our team of travel experts will find the best flight itinerary for you at a competitive rate, thanks to our partnerships with top airlines.

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  • Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
  • Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes

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