Join First Tours, led by Danny Bullock, on an inspiring adventure as we trace the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. This unique tour will take you to remarkable sites that bring Scripture to life and deepen your understanding of the Bible.
We warmly invite you to be part of this incredible experience! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to Danny Bullock at danbull0550@gmail.com.
Let’s embark on this meaningful journey together!
March 23 rd , 2025
Arrival Athens Airport – Athens overnight
Arrival in Athens Airport, pick up and depart for city tour. Arrival to our hotel in Athens for check in. Dinner and overnight stay.
March 24 th , 2025
Athens – Ancient Corinth – Athens overnight
After breakfast, we will depart for Peloponnese. Our first stop will be the Isthmus of Corinth. It is a narrow strip of land 6 kilometers in length joining Central Greece with Peloponnese. We will have free time to take photos. Then, we begin with the Acrocorinth and the Ancient Corinth, which was an
important city – state in Ancient Greece and dates back from the Neolithic Period (5.000-3.000). We will visit one of the largest museums in Greece, in terms of the wealth and quality of the findings (Acts 18:1-18, 19:22). We will see the bema of Gallio and the Erastus inscription. Afterwards, we will visit Cenchreae (Acts 18:18). Our next stop for lunch is at a traditional olive oil mill in Corinth area, where we will have the chance to taste the local
products and get familiar with the olive oil production. Departure for Athens for a City Tour starting from the Panathenaic Stadium known as Kallimarmaro.
In Antiquity was used for the celebration of Panathenea in honour of Goddess Athena. You will have free time to take photos. Boarding to the coach and departure to see the Zappeion Hall, the Greek Parliament and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the symbolic monument in the memory of the Soldiers who died for their country. Then, drive along Panepistimiou Street, one of the most central streets of Athens, we will see the triad of neoclassical buildings: The Library, the Academy and the University. We will visit Mars Hill and the Acropolis with magnificent monuments such as the Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, the Propylaea, the Ancient Agora, the theatre of Dionysus and the Odeon of Herodes Atticus (Acts 17:16-34). We will have the chance to walk around the Parthenon Monument, which was built during the 5th century BC by the architects Ictinus and Kallikrates. Free time in the traditional area of Plaka. It is a district in the centre of Athens just beneath the Acropolis.
Return back to our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
March 25 th , 2025
Athens – Meteora – Thessaloniki overnight
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. 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.
March 26 th , 2025
Thessaloniki – Philippi – Kavala – Thessaloniki overnight
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. Then, we return back and we will have a City Tour of Thessaloniki, starting from Saint Dimitrius, where we will pilgrimage the relics of the Saint, admire the mosaics of the Church and also see the spot where the Saint martyred. Following that, we will visit the White Tower and the Upper Town, where we will have a panoramic view of Thessaloniki.
Arrival to our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
March 27 th , 2025
Thessaloniki – Veria – Vergina – Athens overnight
Visit 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). Visit Vergina – the golden treasures of the ancient kings of Macedonia. Departure for Athens.
Dinner and overnight stay.
March 28 th , 2025
Piraeus Port – Cruise Embarkation – Mykonos – Overnight on board
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.
March 29 th , 2025
Santorini – Overnight on board
Early morning the ship arrives at the Port of 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 sail to Rhodes.
March 30 th , 2025
Kusadasi (Turkey) – Ephesus – Patmos – Overnight on board
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 Piraeus.
March 31st, 2025
Athens – Departure Athens Airport
After disembarkation, we will depart for the Athens Airport. Return back with the best memories.
Land Only Package: $2555
Included in the Tour Price:
- A double or triple occupancy room (additional charge for single occupancy).
- All sightseeing, admissions and motor-coach transportation on the tour itinerary.
- A licensed, English-speaking guide.
- Buffet breakfasts and dinners throughout the tour. Lunches are mostly additional, so plan accordingly.