Route Athens · Corinth · Meteora
from €900
This pilgrimage is not just sightseeing — it’s a sacred journey. Here are some of the spiritual highlights that await you.
Pray at the ruins of Philippi, where St. Paul preached his first European sermon and baptized Lydia, the first Christian convert in Europe. Standing in the very spot where a new faith community was born is a powerful experience of connection to the early Church.
You’ll also visit the quiet chapel near Corinth’s excavations — a chance to pray or attend Mass surrounded by the antiquity of the first-century community that received Paul’s letters to the Corinthians. This is a profound highlight, as you literally “walk where the Apostle walked”.
Be awestruck by the Meteora clifftop monasteries, some over 600 years old. These monasteries, built seemingly “suspended in air,” represent the perseverance of faith through the ages. Light a candle in one of the chapels and absorb the peace found in these heights.
Feel the Bible come alive as you pray and reflect at each holy site. Many pilgrims describe this journey as “life-changing” and renewing their hope and devotion.
We handle all the logistics — from hotels to transportation — so you can focus on the experience. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach with an expert guide and (when available) a Catholic priest as spiritual director.
This itinerary is designed with seniors in mind. Enjoy a moderate pace with plenty of breaks, gentle walking options, and time each day for rest and personal reflection. You’ll stay in quality accommodations with private bathrooms and elevators for easy access.
Journey with fellow faith-driven travelers. Share in group prayers, meals, and uplifting conversations. By tour’s end, you’ll feel like one family — supporting each other in faith.
This pilgrimage is organized by experts in Catholic travel, drawing on years of experience in guided faith tours. Your safety and comfort are our top priorities.
Walk the very paths of Saint Paul and early Christians as Scripture unfolds before your eyes — where every stone has a story and every step draws you closer to God.
Over eight inspiring days, you’ll travel the route of St. Paul across Greece — from northern port cities and ancient Roman ruins to the biblical heart of Athens and Corinth.
Arrive at Athens International Airport, where our friendly team greets you with a warm Greek “Kalimera!” A private coach whisks you to your centrally located hotel. Settle in, relax, and perhaps enjoy a gentle stroll around the neighborhood to soak up the city’s ancient atmosphere. In the evening we gather for a welcome dinner and a short orientation prayer, asking God’s blessing on the days ahead. Overnight in Athens – rest well for tomorrow’s adventure!
After breakfast, explore the Acropolis, Parthenon, and Mars Hill, where St Paul preached to the Athenians (Acts 17). Mid-day we travel along the coast to Ancient Corinth – walk the Agora, Temple of Apollo, and the Bema where Paul was tried (Acts 18). A brief stop in Cenchrea, site of Paul’s departure port, deepens our understanding of his second mission. Evening return to Athens for Mass, fellowship dinner, and overnight stay.
Depart Athens for Delphi, the famed oracle of antiquity. Explore the Sanctuary of Apollo, museum treasures like the Bronze Charioteer, and the inscription naming Gallio; anchoring Paul’s timeline (Acts 18:12-17). Nearby, visit UNESCO-listed Hosios Loukas Monastery, a masterpiece of Byzantine art and mosaics. Continue north through scenic mountains to Kalambaka, gateway to Meteora. Dinner and overnight beneath towering rock spires.
This morning admire the sky-high Meteora monasteries, perched on giant pillars of stone, icons, frescoes, and breathtaking vistas await. Journey on to Veria (Berea), where Paul encountered the “noble” Jews (Acts 17:10-12); pause at the mosaic-adorned preaching monument. Next, tour Vergina’s Royal Tombs, resting place of Philip II, father of Alexander the Great. Arrive in vibrant Thessaloniki for dinner and overnight by the Aegean Sea.
Discover Thessaloniki, city of Paul’s heartfelt epistles. Visit the Basilica of St Demetrius, Church of Hagia Sophia, and the Rotunda of St George. See Panagia Chalkeon, Prophet Elias Church, the White Tower, and Byzantine walls that once guarded the faithful. Conclude at hilltop Vlatadon Monastery for panoramic views and quiet prayer. Afternoon free for seaside promenade or souvenir shopping. Evening Mass at the Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception, dinner, and overnight stay.
Drive east to Philippi, where Paul preached his first European sermon and baptized Lydia beside a tranquil stream (Acts 16). Explore the forum, theater, and ruins of the prison that could not restrain the Gospel. Continue to coastal Kavala (Neapolis), Paul’s landing point in Europe; admire the Roman aqueduct and acropolis remains. Share reflections over dinner and rest overnight in Kavala, lulled by the sound of the sea.
Early flight back to Athens, then a leisurely walking pilgrimage through historic churches. Celebrate Mass at the Cathedral of St Dionysius the Areopagite (subject to schedule). Visit the 11th-century Russian Church, lively Monastiraki Square and Pantanassa, and the iconic Kapnikarea Church set amid bustling Ermou Street. Each stop offers moments of prayer and admiration for Byzantine art and stained glass. Enjoy a festive farewell dinner and final overnight in Athens.
After breakfast, bid “efharisto” to Greece. Our team arranges your smooth transfer to Athens Airport for onward flights. Carry home renewed faith, cherished friendships, and unforgettable memories of walking in Saint Paul’s footsteps. Safe travels and God bless – until we meet again!
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I’ve taken plenty of group tours, and this one was the easiest. Comfortable bus, friendly guides, and no one felt rushed.
We felt safe and relaxed the whole time, and our kids loved climbing huge Meteora rocks. The food was great — lots of tasty Greek dishes.
The trip ran like clockwork and was really impressive. Hearing the guide tell Paul’s story right where it happened was moving.
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Embark on a 14-day pilgrimage through Turkey and Greece, following the footsteps of Saint Paul — the Apostle who spread the Gospel, faced trials, and planted churches across continents.
