Tour Details - FOOTSTEPS OF APOSTLE PAUL - PREMIER PLUS OUTSIDE CABIN XE/XF
FOOTSTEPS OF APOSTLE PAUL - PREMIER PLUS OUTSIDE CABIN XE/XF
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Tour Duration: 10 days Tour Code: TP-XEXF2012 Tour Type: Prices From: A$2299 [Tour Dates]
Tour Itinerary
Day
Description
1
ATHENS, GREECE. After arrival transfer to your hotel. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director, then enjoy this evening's welcome dinner with your travelling companions. (D)
2
ATHENS-THESSALONIKA. Journey north to Thessalonika. Enjoy guided sightseeing of this city, named after Alexander the Great's sister and which figures prominently in the New Testament, at which time this provincial capital was considered a world cultural centre. This community was the centre of Paul's activities in northern Greece. It is where he preached and founded a church and to whom he wrote two epistles (Acts 17:1-9, 1 Thessalonians, and 2 Thessalonians). (B,D)
3
THESSALONIKA. EXCURSION TO PHILIPPI AND KAVALA Full-day excursion along the ancient route of Apostle Paul to Amphipolis (Acts 17:1). Journey to ancient Philippi, which was named after the father of Alexander the Great. This busy Roman colony boasted a great library and theatre. In Philippi, Paul preached, established the first church in Europe, and was to whom he wrote one of his epistles while imprisoned in Rome (Acts 16:11-40; Philippians). It was here that Paul met Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth. She and her household accepted Christ and were baptized in the nearby river (Acts 16:11-15). Next, continue to Kavala, ancient port of Neapolis (Acts 16:9-11). (B,D)
4
THESSALONIKA-VERIA-KALAMBAKA. This morning, stop in Veria (Beroea of the New Testament), where Paul and Silas were sent by friends after being accused of treason in Thessalonika (Acts 17:5-15). Visit the BEMA OF APOSTLE PAUL, where Paul is said to have stood and preached the Gospel to the local community. Continue to Kalambaka. (B,D)
5
KALAMBAKA-METEORA-ATHENS. In Meteora, visit VARLAAM and ST. STEPHEN'S MONASTERIES. Situated atop vast rocks, the 14th-century monasteries compose one of the most breathtaking sites in the world. Inside the monasteries, discover many historical and religious treasures. Return to Athens. (B)
6
ATHENS-PIRAEUS (EMBARKATION)-MYKONOS Head for Piraeus, where you will sail into the deep blue waters of the Aegean Sea at 11 am. Later, dock at the mountainous island of Time to wander at whim through narrow paved streets before returning on board. (B,L,D)
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KUSADASI, TURKEY-PATMOS, GREECE Visit the Turkish port of Kusadasi and enjoy an included excursion to the RUINS OF EPHESUS, whose inhabitants were the recipients of Apostle Paul's famous epistle (Acts 18:19-26; Ephesians) and which was once the capital of the Roman province of Asia. Also visit the House of Mary, where the Virgin Mary is said to have spent her last days. Continue your cruise to Patmos, the "Jerusalem of the Aegean," where you can enjoy an included excursion to the MONASTERY OF ST. JOHN and to the CAVE OF THE APOCALYPSE, where John the Evangelist wrote the Book of the Revelation during his exile (Rev. 1:9-11). (B,L,D)
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SANTORINI. This morning dock at Santorini, the "Black Pearl of the Aegean." An optional shore excursion is available to the cliff-top village of Thera for one of the world's most breathtaking panoramas. (B,L,D)
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PIRAEUS, GREECE (DISEMBARKATION)-ATHENS). Disembark and continue to Corinth for a guided visit of the EXCAVATIONS where Apostle Paul worked for 18 months with tent makers Aquila and Priscilla (Acts 18:1-18). Return to Athens for sightseeing with a Local Guide. Visit the ACROPOLIS with the Parthenon and AREOPAGUS, where Paul delivered his famous sermon about the identity of "the Unknown God" (Acts 17:15-34). Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel. (B,D)
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ATHENS. Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
ATHENS: Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit the Acropolis and Areopagus
THESSALONIKA: Guided sightseeing, excursion to Ancient Philippi and Kavala
VEIRA: Visit the Bema of Apostle Paul
METEORA: Guided visit of Varlaam and St. Stephen's Monasteries
CRUISING: Three-night cruise to Mykonos; Kusadasi (Turkey) with an included excursion to the ruins of Ephesus; Patmos and Santorini.
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
MEALS: Full buffet breakfast (B); 5 three-course dinners (D), including welcome dinner in Athens; plus all meals on board daily featuring full a la carte breakfasts (B), lunches (L), and dinners (D).
Meals Breakfast - 9 Lunch - 3 Dinner - 7
Optional Excursions
To help plan your leisure time, as well as your pre-tour budgeting, here is a list of optional excursions that may be offered on this tour.
Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, group interests, and general feasibility for your tour. Please note prices may be based on the previous year and are subject to change. Full terms and conditions are contained in the important travel documents.
Optional Excursions
